Tango 1 Posted April 11, 2016 Share Posted April 11, 2016 (edited) Hello all, this is my latest completion, Accurate Miniatures 1/48 Grumman Avenger. This kit is no shake and bake model, but with some effort it can be built without too many drama's. I chose to build a subject close to my heart: This Avenger is JZ670 "AHBX" of 707 Squadron Fleet Air Arm. She was an Avenger Mk.III and she can be seen in the photograph below during her time at HMS Ringtail in West Lancashire, England. In an attempt to bring my Avenger up to Fleet Air Arm Spec, I scratch built an observers position behind the pilots seat. This involved installing a seat, fold out table and instruments. I did the best I could, but I have no idea how accurate my efforts have been. On that note I would like to say thanks to the forum members here who went out of their way to give advice and share references. I used the Freightdog Models decal sheet "Brits at Sea-Part 1" for the 707 sqn markings and I mixed my own shade of Gloss Sea Blue from Tamiya acrylics. I like the colour, again it may not be "spot on" Here are some photo's of the finished model, I hope you like it! You can see more pics of this build and it's W.I.P. on my blog. http://thescalemodelhangar.blogspot.co.uk Edited April 11, 2016 by Tango 1 48 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birchy1964 Posted April 11, 2016 Share Posted April 11, 2016 Great finish , I've done a couple of these over the years , a great kit , nice one , Birchy UK 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango 1 Posted April 11, 2016 Author Share Posted April 11, 2016 Thanks Birchy! Much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossiant Oliver Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 That's really good! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Very nice work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimHead23 Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Very nice indeed. One of my favourite kits from days gone by. Thanks for sharing. Regards Jim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knaupel Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 very nice! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForestFan Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Looks great! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Wow that looks fabulous,.......you`ve really hit the nail on the head with this one, which is also one that I intend to do myself `one day'. Cheers Tony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango 1 Posted April 12, 2016 Author Share Posted April 12, 2016 Many thanks for your kind words guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 very nice work and great job on the scheme and finish...looks great 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango 1 Posted April 12, 2016 Author Share Posted April 12, 2016 Thanks! I had a bit of fun trying to mix a shade that "looked right" Glad you like how it turned out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cellarfrog Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 very nice work! Well done. Would you recommend the kit? I have not built anything from Accurate Miniatures... CF 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango 1 Posted April 12, 2016 Author Share Posted April 12, 2016 Thank you! The kit is excellent for detail and engineering but its construction notes, in my opinion could be better. It really is the one time you need to read every note! The interior is superb but there is so much of it you really have to be sure you are happy when you put the fuselage halves together or you will find fit problems. Once you are over that hurdle the rest of the kit fits beautifully and its plain sailing from there! So yes I recommend the kit, but would urge caution in regard to the assembly and instructions. Hope that helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Really nice Avenger there T`1, nice work on the Observers seat and great scheme 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango 1 Posted April 12, 2016 Author Share Posted April 12, 2016 Thank you Russ! Much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob85 Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Very nice bit of work there. Love a good FAA aircraft, but the avenger is one I have never build, that may change! Rob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango 1 Posted April 12, 2016 Author Share Posted April 12, 2016 Cheers Rob! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Superb looking Avenger! Very well done! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robvulcan Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Very nice indeed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Superb 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spud Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 That looks great! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Beema Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Great to see another FAA build on here and such a good one as well. Great addition to the display cabinet... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 A fine build of the Avenger in FAA colours,love the scheme very different,subtle weathering add's to the package. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango 1 Posted April 13, 2016 Author Share Posted April 13, 2016 Thanks everyone for your kind words! I appreciate it very much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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