GREG DESTEC Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 Hi Folks, Here's another of my recent oldie builds from the bottom of the stash. It is a starter pack reissue from a few years back that was the retooling of the original airfix kit from nineteen canteen! Very easy assembled kit with an overall pleasing outline that caputuresvthe look of the real thing (i think). I have mounted it on a Matchbox stand as its wheels up and allows for more dinamic poses rather than the single position stand Airfix provides. Here's the pics... There y'go another Airfix classic from the vaults, thanks for looking, comments welcome, Cheers Greg 40 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tentacles Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 Nice Whirlwind, I like the effect on the spinners. Recently built this myself. It's basic but a fun build. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 That's a cracking build of the old Airfix Whirlwind Greg,another kit long overdue a re-tool I've mulled over Trumpeter's 1/48 offering as It's one of my favourite aircraft but it's pricey by my standard's. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREG DESTEC Posted May 27, 2017 Author Share Posted May 27, 2017 3 hours ago, Tentacles said: Nice Whirlwind, I like the effect on the spinners. Recently built this myself. It's basic but a fun build. Thanks Tentacles! I pinched the idea for the spinners from another BMer, and I think it's quite effective. The Whirlwind is a good looking aircraft but to me is best presented wheels up. Cheers Greg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREG DESTEC Posted May 27, 2017 Author Share Posted May 27, 2017 3 hours ago, stevej60 said: That's a cracking build of the old Airfix Whirlwind Greg,another kit long overdue a re-tool I've mulled over Trumpeter's 1/48 offering as It's one of my favourite aircraft but it's pricey by my standard's. Hi Steve, I totally agree, the Special Hobby and Trumpeter kits are too rich for my blood. Mr Airfix needs to do a new one for us Cheers Greg 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessica Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 Hi Greg, If you can bear to snap the tailplanes off, they shouldn't have any dihedral. I like how you achieved the illusion of spinning props. It's very effective. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREG DESTEC Posted May 27, 2017 Author Share Posted May 27, 2017 21 minutes ago, Jessica said: Hi Greg, If you can bear to snap the tailplanes off, they shouldn't have any dihedral. I like how you achieved the illusion of spinning props. It's very effective. Hi Jessica, Hmm, now you mention it they do look a bit odd l'll see about altering them later. All my builds have a few flaws in them its like my trademark 😉 Cheers Greg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 Very nice, I have one of these packed away in the stash somewhere for a similar build although the CA 48 scale one is in the wardrobe and close at hand, may have to start on that one. Great work All the best Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREG DESTEC Posted May 29, 2017 Author Share Posted May 29, 2017 7 hours ago, bigbadbadge said: Very nice, I have one of these packed away in the stash somewhere for a similar build although the CA 48 scale one is in the wardrobe and close at hand, may have to start on that one. Great work All the best Chris Hi Chris, Thanks for the kind comments. The Whirlwind is a great subject to model, and not one you see too often. Good luck with your build. Cheers Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 That's a really great model Greg and I'm really impressed with your 'in flight' presentation! Brilliantly executed! Very well done. Kind regards, Stix 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 Really nice Greg. I sold my one of these when I came by a Special Hobby one, seeing this build of yours, that may have been a mistake. I do like the prop effect, it looks great. Steve. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREG DESTEC Posted May 29, 2017 Author Share Posted May 29, 2017 1 hour ago, PlaStix said: That's a really great model Greg and I'm really impressed with your 'in flight' presentation! Brilliantly executed! Very well done. Kind regards, Stix Hi Stix, The Matchbox stands are great for in flight models as you can play around with different views of the aircraft when taking pictures, hence the reason I included more photos of this build. I took the photos outside on Saturday morning and the great sunlight really make the Whirlwind stand out against the blue background. Cheers Greg 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREG DESTEC Posted May 29, 2017 Author Share Posted May 29, 2017 Just now, stevehnz said: Really nice Greg. I sold my one of these when I came by a Special Hobby one, seeing this build of yours, that may have been a mistake. I do like the prop effect, it looks great. Steve. Thanks Steve, I'm sure your Special Hobby kit will build up nicely, and have a lot more detail OOTB. The Airfix kit is one of their classic minimal parts models and was very straightforward, especially since I chose not to lower the undercart. The prop blur is very easy to do, and was "borrowed" from a fellow BMer . Cheers Greg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 Nice 'action' display Greg. Always good to see these oldies make an apearance, Cheers John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREG DESTEC Posted May 29, 2017 Author Share Posted May 29, 2017 Just now, Viking said: Nice 'action' display Greg. Always good to see these oldies make an apearance, Cheers John Thanks John, glad you like it. The old Matchbox stands are great for "action" poses. Frog had something similar with the ball n socket thing, but theirs came with an option to mount it on the wall too (great for saving shelf space). The old kits are still worth building not just for nostalgia's sake but because they are very relaxing to do. Cheers Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pheonix Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 I remember making one of these more years ago than I will mention....... A super representation and a very good build. BTW I too always seem to get something wrong in my builds - but others either do not notice or are too polite to point them out! P 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREG DESTEC Posted May 29, 2017 Author Share Posted May 29, 2017 14 minutes ago, pheonix said: I remember making one of these more years ago than I will mention....... A super representation and a very good build. BTW I too always seem to get something wrong in my builds - but others either do not notice or are too polite to point them out! P Hi Phoenix, Thank you for the kind words. To err is human ...that's my excuse anyway! I usually spot the mistakes after I have taken the photos , the camera never lies! I don't mind people pointing them out as long as its just being helpful, and I expect many are being very polite when viewing my builds in that respect, bless 'em. All the best Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrzeM Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 I love this airplane! Very well done model! I've got Special Hobby kit, I'll build it someday! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerndM Posted May 30, 2017 Share Posted May 30, 2017 Another fine old scool Airfix build. The idea to pose it on a stand from Matchbox ( good old stuff as well ) came out superb, something the Whirlwind needs. Guess the name of the aircraft was no surprise. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREG DESTEC Posted May 30, 2017 Author Share Posted May 30, 2017 12 hours ago, GrzeM said: I love this airplane! Very well done model! I've got Special Hobby kit, I'll build it someday! Thank you GrzeM, I love the Whirlwind too, its one of those aircraft that look great in its element. Good luck with your Special Hobby kit, Cheers Greg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREG DESTEC Posted May 30, 2017 Author Share Posted May 30, 2017 4 hours ago, BerndM said: Another fine old scool Airfix build. The idea to pose it on a stand from Matchbox ( good old stuff as well ) came out superb, something the Whirlwind needs. Guess the name of the aircraft was no surprise. Cheers mate, The oldies are great for a quick build and with a bit of effort still come out looking good. all the best, Greg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winenut Posted May 30, 2017 Share Posted May 30, 2017 I'm hopelessly obsessed with the Whirlwind ......the right engine who knows what she may have been top version and love it in 1/72 cheers! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark4700 Posted May 30, 2017 Share Posted May 30, 2017 You've made a fantastic job of this. I like seeing the old kits made. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREG DESTEC Posted May 30, 2017 Author Share Posted May 30, 2017 3 hours ago, Winenut said: I'm hopelessly obsessed with the Whirlwind ......the right engine who knows what she may have been top version and love it in 1/72 cheers! Thanks Winenut! Yes, it's a pity the type had such a short service life. Great looking aircraft. Cheers Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREG DESTEC Posted May 30, 2017 Author Share Posted May 30, 2017 13 minutes ago, Mark4700 said: You've made a fantastic job of this. I like seeing the old kits made. Thanks very much Mark, It's a great old kit to add to the collection. Cheers Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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