tomprobert Posted October 25, 2016 Share Posted October 25, 2016 (edited) I finished this quite a number of years ago now (in fact not long after it was issued by Airfix) but don't think I ever got around to posting pictures - with a couple of builds going on the WIP forum they inspired me to get the old girl out and take a few shots. This kit gets a really bad press, but with some careful planning and thought it actually goes together fairly well - far better than the reviewers will have you believe The only tip I would give is to join the fuselage in complete lengths first, (i.e. add the nose and tail sections to the centre section of each side before gluing the fuselage halves together) as this will drastically reduce the step and amount of filling between the nose/tail and centre section, as the latter has a slightly smaller diameter. I used Halfords' White Primer with Appliance White over the top, and after decalling I gave it a few coats of Halfrods' Lacquer. Decals were as originally supplied in the box. I'd say if you've got one in the stash get it out and build it - it'll provide hours of fun All the best, Tom Edited October 25, 2016 by tomprobert 47 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barak1 Posted October 25, 2016 Share Posted October 25, 2016 Superb. great looking model barak Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CedB Posted October 25, 2016 Share Posted October 25, 2016 Nice build Tom - I hope I can get mine close to that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcdonnell Posted October 25, 2016 Share Posted October 25, 2016 Hello,Tom - My full compliments to you on a beautifully built and finished scale tribute to the iconic 'Concorde'. I love it.😉👍All the best,Paul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djos Posted October 25, 2016 Share Posted October 25, 2016 Amazing model of amazing plane. Beautiful finish, sharp and clean Regards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza l Posted October 25, 2016 Share Posted October 25, 2016 A very smart looking model. gazza l Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HP42 Posted October 25, 2016 Share Posted October 25, 2016 1 hour ago, tomprobert said: . This kit gets a really bad press, but with some careful planning and thought it actually goes together fairly well - far better than the reviewers will have you believe I'd say if you've got one in the stash get it out and build it - it'll provide hours of fun What a beautiful model. I hope mine turns out something like that. I'm opting for the same scheme, it looks fabulous. I agree with the comments about buildability, it's no shake'n'bake and it is a challenge, but it is doable so far (might eat own words later on ). I'm enjoying the build though I'm currently sanding the tail step and the many little gaps that need a bit of attention. It's a big beast which takes time aplenty but its coming together nicely. I'm so covered in filler dust that I've just had to step outside and shake off! Tom, how did you get on with mounting the engines? I gather there's a little step from the wing upper surface to the top of the engines on the kit whereas it's flush on the real thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted October 25, 2016 Share Posted October 25, 2016 magnificent beast Tom,superb build and finish! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 Beautiful.....Just beautiful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 WOW Really a nice looking concord....you have there love it rgds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerndM Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 Flawless work, guess thats huge ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave N Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 Superb. Really captured the graceful look of the beautiful Concorde. thanks for posting. -Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romeo Alpha Yankee Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 You always make the impossible to look easy Tom, a beautiful finish, must look quite imposing in the flesh comparing to the 144 scale kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Cornes Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 That looks lovely. I inherited a half built one that needs to be 'de-constructed' because there are some very iffy steps where the wing joins the fuselage and where the nacelles join the wings and I think it needs to be 'zeroed' so that I can re-assemble it properly. One thing though, the big 'canoe' on the upper fuselage - is it really that big? And what's it for anyway? Cheers Simon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael51 Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 That is a fine piece of work. What a beautiful looking machine, Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzby061 Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 Stonking build. I've got one in the stash but it just spits & hisses at me when I look at it. Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R159 Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 Lovely, we were at Duxford on Monday having a good look at no.3 (in the queue to go in the Lancaster) it is such an awesome plane..you've done it proud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meatbox8 Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 A stunning build of this iconic aircraft. The finish is beautifully smooth. An aircraft that looks as futuristic now as it did when it first flew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billydick Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 It was really a great looking plane and you've really done it proud. Beautifully finished ! BillyD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomprobert Posted October 27, 2016 Author Share Posted October 27, 2016 (edited) On 25/10/2016 at 10:53 PM, HP42 said: Tom, how did you get on with mounting the engines? I gather there's a little step from the wing upper surface to the top of the engines on the kit whereas it's flush on the real thing. Many thanks for the kind words everyone. I do recall doing some trimming around the engines, but it was so long ago I can't remember exactly what I did. Most likely I shaved some plastic from the lower wing surface as well as the upper rear of the nacelle - that sounds like the most logical course of action! And in regard to the "canoe" on the fuselage top - I'm afraid I have no idea what it does, and whether it's the correct size and shape or not, your guess is as good as mine. Edited October 27, 2016 by tomprobert 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booty003 Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 A truly magnificent and beautiful build. Well done mate. How big is she? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimme Shelter Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 very nice work there - a superb job of a kit well known for its "issues" - such a beautiful piece of engineering, a very well represented by your good self here - albeit a number of years ago... Bravo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex1978 Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Absolutely amazing build of this beauty. I took notes of your tip for the fuselage assembly and will follow this on my build. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4u Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Superb build Tom we could do with a new tool Concorde in 1/72 I would get one for sure but I doubt we will ! Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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