Tango 1 Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 (edited) "FIRST LIGHT" Flying Officer Geoffrey Wellum DFC. Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Ia. 92 Squadron, ROYAL AIR FORCE. Summer 1940. This model is my tribute to Geoffrey Wellum and "The Few" The kit is the Revell 1/32 MK.II Spitfire backdated to a Mk.Ia. I used Eduard P/E and Barracuda Resin on the Spitfire's cockpit. The figures are from Wings Cockpit figures. Geoffrey Wellum was the youngest RAF pilot during the Battle of Britain. His book, "First Light" was his memoir of his experiences as a Fighter Pilot in 92 Squadron during WWII and is now recognised as one of the most definitive first hand accounts of the Battle of Britain. Wellum went on to win the DFC and 92 Sqn. went on to be the highest scoring squadron of the Battle of Britain. Geoffrey Wellum (right) and Brian Kingcombe 1940. 92 Squadron RAF, 1940 92 Squadron Spitfire's Edited June 8, 2016 by Mike Removing link to blog under new regulations 63 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Belbin Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 That's a fabulous tribute - really impressive. Congratulations. It looks as though you've dealt with the front screen so I'm just going to pop over to your blog and see! No work in progress though. Have you modified the armour plate section? And if so, how? Nick 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango 1 Posted May 27, 2016 Author Share Posted May 27, 2016 Many thank's Nick! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bombernut Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Simply magnificent. Trying to find fault with your build would be churlish! Really happy to have seen your photos. Cheers, Matt 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 What a brilliant model and fine tribute to a fine man,........ you have done a great job there,.....love it. Cheers Tony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 That is utterly superb. Very well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Modeller Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 A fabulous tribute and a stunning diorama which is simple, yes, but it says a lot. I like your black and white photo with the added colour of the insignia and the pilots' flying equipment, it works very well. Very well done indeed!! Kev 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noelh Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Very nice job although it looks a bit like the pilot is asking the Sergeant about the huge brass plate lying on the ground! I do have one criticism though but I know you'll take it as constructive. Call me a nitpicker but the daisies are all wrong. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince1159 Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Very nice job although it looks a bit like the pilot is asking the Sergeant about the huge brass plate lying on the ground! Another lovely job Tango...noel,i reckon he's saying 'if my bleedin' cards have been moved when i get back there'l be hell to pay'... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cngaero Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 A truly superb tribute, beautifully executed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzz Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Fantastic looking model and a great tribute to the author of one of my favourite books. Muzz 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango 1 Posted May 27, 2016 Author Share Posted May 27, 2016 Very nice job although it looks a bit like the pilot is asking the Sergeant about the huge brass plate lying on the ground! I do have one criticism though but I know you'll take it as constructive. Call me a nitpicker but the daisies are all wrong. Damn and Blast! I knew I should have paid extra for the Eduard daises! Thanks all for your kind words-Much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polo1112 Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 FANTASTIC !!! :wow: :wow: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Epeeman Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 That is a truly beautiful model - and as others have already said, a great tribute. Love your model figures too Regards Dave 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 superb work looks fantastic, great job on the scheme and finish, the figures look great as does the base . very nice build... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Really nice Spitfire and Dio`, love the figures too 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozzy Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Looks fantastic. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Can only agree with the comments so far, fantastic tribute and beautiful diorama. The colours look spot on too 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JosephLalor Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Fine model and presentation. That'll be Bevington leaning against the port side I daresay. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanC Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Absolutely stunning model, and really well presented. But 92 Sqn the highest scoring squadron? Don't tell the Poles...! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miggers Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Very nice indeed Tango. 92 is my favorite B of B fighter squadron. I've read First Light and Fly for Your Life many times. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob85 Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Another very impressive build. Also a great tribute to a man that really deserves it Rob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza l Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Another stunning model and your figure painting is outstanding. gazza l 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango 1 Posted May 27, 2016 Author Share Posted May 27, 2016 That's a fabulous tribute - really impressive. Congratulations. It looks as though you've dealt with the front screen so I'm just going to pop over to your blog and see! No work in progress though. Have you modified the armour plate section? And if so, how? Nick Thanks for your kind words Nick! I found a gap around the bottom of the armour plate section when I attempted to fit it to the windshield. To get around the problem, I glued the armour plate onto the windshield as best I could and then filled the area down the sides and at the bottom of the plate with PVA glue. It takes ages to dry solid, but with a damp cotton bud, one can "shape" it to lie flush to both surfaces. Hope this helped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiger331 Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Superb……the two figures really bring this diorama to life….A GREAT tribute……..I loved the book too !. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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