Troffa Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Hi All, The Hasegawa 1/48 A-7E Corsair is a wonderful example of the state of the art in the late '80's as far as the mainstream injection Molded manufacturers are concerned- it has a level of detail and features, such as detailed avionics bays, separate flaps and detailed cockpit that set Hasegawa at the top of the tree in those heady days, and as a kit it outstrips it's contemporary's such as the Hasegawa 1/48 F-16 and F-15. It also sports the finest injected molded AIM-9's I have encountered in any kit to date, although more modern toolings may have overtaken this aspect of the kit. This is the Revell of Germany boxing of this venerable classic, and I snapped this edition up around 10 years ago, being familiar with the contents and harbouring a soft spot for the good old "SLUF" (Perhaps I feel a certain kinship with it's sobriquet!) I utilised the Superscale VA-97 Corsair decals, to depict the aircraft as it appeared in April 1980, part of the USS Coral Sea's air wing, and sporting the identification stripes applied to the US Navy aircraft as part of Operation Evening Light, which itself was the Airpower component of Operation Eagle Claw, the mission to rescue the Americans held in Tehran who didn't make it to the Canadian embassy. The sheet is still around in various outlets, and I also understand that Hasegawa released the kit with these markings as a special edition some years ago. Many hours of searching the web for the few photographs of the VA-97 aircraft of the period resulted in the identification of the weapons load as a pair of Rockeye II CBU on the middle pylons, two fuel tanks on the inners and a pair of AIM-9's for self defence. I used the kit's AIM-9D as they are superb, although some grainy black and white shots hint that AIM-9L's may have been utilised at the time, although I am unsure as to the Lima's in service date. I added a pair of the Eduard Brassin Rockeyes and Bob's your Uncle: I am very pleased with some aspects of this build, although there is a lot of room for improvement, but overall an enjoyable build. As always, thanks for looking, Cheers, Troffa (edited to correct Photobucket ineptitude) 31 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildWeasel Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 That's a fine Short Little Ugly Fellow. I love the 80's hi viz naval markings, it's a shame everything is so drab these days! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natter Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 To paraphrase an Irish comedian, also from days past, that's a cracker. Lovely work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForestFan Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Excellent, one of my fave aircraft. You've done it proud 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glyn Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 It's a classic.Im going to miss the greek one's. Glyn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcdonnell Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Hello,Troffa - My compliments to you on a beautiful looking build of your 'Corsair'.I love the quality and detail of the paint and finishing work and commend the restrained weathering.I love the colourful 'hi-viz' schemes worn by Navy and Marine types and this 'Corsair' is a resplendent tribute to the aircraft and also the period.All the best,Paul. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 (edited) Great work and choice of scheme. You were quite right to use the AIM-9D supplied in the kit , the AIM-9L was in service at this point but they were predominantly used by the USMC fighter squadrons on board the Coral Sea. Stephen Edited January 31, 2016 by Stephen 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ancient mariner Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Very nice build and finish. Well worth a "like" 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troffa Posted February 1, 2016 Author Share Posted February 1, 2016 Thanks to all for the very kind comments, It's a great kit, and one of my favourites. I am keeping a weather eye out for a "D" model, as a Sluf in USAF camouflage would be a nice addition to my collection. Thanks again, Troffa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lancbuilder219 Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Corsairs are great aircraft and you have built a very nice one. I agree with your thoughts about the quality if Hasegawa kits; worth every penny. My favourites were their F16's. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spookytooth Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Love the SLUF sir. Looks good in any colours, Simon. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goose Posted February 2, 2016 Share Posted February 2, 2016 That's one fine looking sluff, you should be very happy with what you've produced 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted February 2, 2016 Share Posted February 2, 2016 Nice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSTON Posted February 2, 2016 Share Posted February 2, 2016 STUNNING. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Posted February 2, 2016 Share Posted February 2, 2016 Lovely, just absolutely lovely! (Perhaps I feel a certain kinship with it's sobriquet!) You and me both! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janremco Posted February 2, 2016 Share Posted February 2, 2016 Looking very good, right choice for the high vissibility C/S Jan Remco 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lam Posted February 2, 2016 Share Posted February 2, 2016 a splendid job! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Very tasty, always been a big fan of the SLUF 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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