PWJ Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 I had started this build some time ago and it is a combination of the Special Hobby best bits from a PP Aeroparts multi media kit that I have burried away. As I wanted to do the Target Tug Mk6 version I have also stolen the tug winch and various other relevant bits which are included in the very comprehensive PP kit. One of the first things that I noticed was that the Special Hobby prop blades and spinner, I don’t believe they are the correct shape. Those in the PP kit are cast resin and white metal blades and in my opinion a much better representation of the real aircraft. Anyway after way too long in the cupboard of doom I have resurrected and completed the build. Special thanks to Steve Long for some invaluble detail shots of their aircraft, certainly is a bonus to be able to connect with such knowledgable resource, – much appreciated sir. 43 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 (edited) Very nice. One day 827 might go into these colours. Edited February 13, 2017 by Brad 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 That looks right on the money! Martian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greggles.w Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 Great finish, you can be proud of that one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vh-bob Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 A great job on the Firefly. Target tugs are among my favourite interests. I know that "Weathering " is almost compulsory on any model nowadays but from my memory ( what remains of it } the RAN kept even these work horses fairly tidy. I love the detail in the Malcom towing winch. How these things worked is a subject in it self. The book The Long Drag is a great read for anyone interested in British Target towing methods. Well Done, what's next ? Trev. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robgizlu Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 What a super job - very nicely finished Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpha Delta 210 Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 Great model of an interesting subject. Well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 Top build, really nice work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAG058 Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 Lovely work, a superb build. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacificmustang Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Peter, fantastic to see you displaying your lovely work again. Glad you got her finished. She looks magnificent. Good job Bruce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWJ Posted February 14, 2017 Author Share Posted February 14, 2017 19 hours ago, vh-bob said: A great job on the Firefly. Target tugs are among my favourite interests. I know that "Weathering " is almost compulsory on any model nowadays but from my memory ( what remains of it } the RAN kept even these work horses fairly tidy. I love the detail in the Malcom towing winch. How these things worked is a subject in it self. The book The Long Drag is a great read for anyone interested in British Target towing methods. Well Done, what's next ? Trev. Hi Trev, thanks for the kind words. Re the dirty look, my references and the images from Steve's Camden aircraft appeared well used so that was how I wanted the Firefly. Cheers and kind regards,PJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWJ Posted February 14, 2017 Author Share Posted February 14, 2017 1 hour ago, pacificmustang said: Peter, fantastic to see you displaying your lovely work again. Glad you got her finished. She looks magnificent. Good job Bruce Thanks Bruce, yes it is nice to get back into finishing a few. Work commitments have kept very busy over the last twelve months or so. Cheers and kind regards, PJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airbus320 Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Oh that's a corker! Great finish and weathering! I've got the SH kit in the stash, if it turns out half as good as yours I'll be a happy man! Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vh-bob Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 PJ, I shouldn't have remarked on how you finished your Firefly as the current popularity of weathering everything is a bit of a hobby horse of mine and your example is in no way overdone. Although I admit that I have seen some pretty scruffy full sized aircraft in my time, I sometimes wonder if Art is replacing reality in some people's minds with many WWII combat aircraft having a life span that was only a few days. Rant over, Trev. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBaron Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 That meets the eye beautifully. Smashing work. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickR Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 What a great build, scheme and finish. Love the weathering, just right in my eyes. Can I ask what paint and varnish you used? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie @ Sovereign Hobbies Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Nice build! I love Fireflys. It's great to see one finished. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJP Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Great to see a RAN Firefly modelled and what a neat job you have done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 You`ve done a beautiful job on a wonderful subject,.....love it. Cheers Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWJ Posted February 15, 2017 Author Share Posted February 15, 2017 20 hours ago, vh-bob said: PJ, I shouldn't have remarked on how you finished your Firefly as the current popularity of weathering everything is a bit of a hobby horse of mine and your example is in no way overdone. Although I admit that I have seen some pretty scruffy full sized aircraft in my time, I sometimes wonder if Art is replacing reality in some people's minds with many WWII combat aircraft having a life span that was only a few days. Rant over, Trev. Hi Trev, comments are always welcome. As for your statement that "art is replacing reality", I agree and believe modelling is becoming more like 3 dimensional art and really comes down to the builders interpretation. cheers PJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Really nice Firefly there, great job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2wheels Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Oh yes. really like that and the colour scheme makes a change Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devo Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 A Pusser's Firefly, nicely done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 very nice, looks great nice job on the scheme Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAVY870 Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 Happy to be of assistance for an excellent build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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