woody37 Posted November 4, 2018 Author Share Posted November 4, 2018 After a mad day, the black is on and so are most of the decals. I've used the Colorado roundels for their faded look which once weathered will look quite natural. The grey serials are Xtradecal. There's a variety of code formats ont internet for this aircraft, red, grey, large and small but from the 149Sqn photo's I've comer across, they all have the larger grey letters so that's what I've gone for. The bomb bay is quite sparse, but when I come to do the undercarriage, I'll add a bit more detail and some bombs in. It's looking like a Stirling now 33 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Animal Posted November 4, 2018 Share Posted November 4, 2018 Oh my word yes! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Massimo Posted November 4, 2018 Share Posted November 4, 2018 That's what I call "Progress"!!! She looks great!!! The black paint on the belly make you se how neat all surface detail is!!! Standing ovation!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted November 4, 2018 Share Posted November 4, 2018 Oh my word Neil,..... that looks great and the paintwork is amazing,.... as is the surface detail that you`ve added! Is it just a trick of the angles,..... or is the rear fuselage a bit short? Cheers Tony. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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woody37 Posted November 4, 2018 Author Share Posted November 4, 2018 5 minutes ago, tonyot said: Oh my word Neil,..... that looks great and the paintwork is amazing,.... as is the surface detail that you`ve added! Is it just a trick of the angles,..... or is the rear fuselage a bit short? Cheers Tony. I think it's the photo mate, proportions look pretty good. Just the 8" serials to go on then it's weathering and matting down. Just hope the clear parts look OK once the masks are removed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted November 4, 2018 Share Posted November 4, 2018 I've been following along with your build Neil, but haven't commented before because I've been pretty much lost for words to describe such excellent modelling - but I really wanted to say that wih the decals going on she looks absolutely stupendous! Keith 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnT Posted November 4, 2018 Share Posted November 4, 2018 Watched this from afar as heard that many good things as regards what you are supplied to work with. Having said that I still have two in the stash to mess up. Meantime I have really enjoyed the masterclass in how to make a silk purse. Bravo If Airfix announce a 1/48 Stirling at Telford we will all buy you a very large drink each. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbofan Posted November 4, 2018 Share Posted November 4, 2018 Hi Neil, You missed a bit! I reckon you've still got time for a Blenheim before Telford. Seriously though, this is really looking good now, looking forward to seeing it on Saturday! One quick question, do you spray or brush your Kleer coat? Cheers, Ian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stringbag Posted November 4, 2018 Share Posted November 4, 2018 Well Neil, I can't believe it's the same crappy kit you started with. That's one hell of a result considering the problems you've had. Well done Matey. If this weekend's progress is anything to go by then she will be up on the undercarriage by Wednesday. 👍 Chris. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timmas Posted November 4, 2018 Share Posted November 4, 2018 37 minutes ago, keefr22 said: I've been following along with your build Neil, but haven't commented before because I've been pretty much lost for words to describe such excellent modelling - but I really wanted to say that wih the decals going on she looks absolutely stupendous! Keith Me too 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cngaero Posted November 4, 2018 Share Posted November 4, 2018 Neil, my gob is well and truly smacked. It's absolutely stunning. As has been said, your surface detail is amazing. This truly is a work of art. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdrianMF Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 Very nice. Quick progress through the black to decals! Looking forward to seeing it at Telford! Regards, Adrian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacificmustang Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 This is just brilliant. fantastic job Bruce 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Learstang Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 Beautiful job on the old girl, Neil! I wish I could be at to Telford to see it in the flesh (or polystyrene/filler), but that's a bit far from Texas for me to make it. Regards, Jason 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted November 5, 2018 Author Share Posted November 5, 2018 8 hours ago, JohnT said: Watched this from afar as heard that many good things as regards what you are supplied to work with. Having said that I still have two in the stash to mess up. Meantime I have really enjoyed the masterclass in how to make a silk purse. Bravo If Airfix announce a 1/48 Stirling at Telford we will all buy you a very large drink each. Ha ha, if they do, I wonder if they have any undercarriage sets already made up 😂 7 hours ago, Turbofan said: Hi Neil, You missed a bit! I reckon you've still got time for a Blenheim before Telford. Seriously though, this is really looking good now, looking forward to seeing it on Saturday! One quick question, do you spray or brush your Kleer coat? Cheers, Ian I was supposed to get a Blenheim done but Paul our Sig leaders has stepped in to bail me out! i spray the Kleer on for speed but it doesn’t give as smooth a finish as brushing. 7 hours ago, stringbag said: Well Neil, I can't believe it's the same crappy kit you started with. That's one hell of a result considering the problems you've had. Well done Matey. If this weekend's progress is anything to go by then she will be up on the undercarriage by Wednesday. 👍 Chris. I had a go with the new butane torch matey and I was just as incompetent with that so I’ll be calling for that lesson! No matter what I did, the solder just beads and runs off so I’m at a loss at the moment. 6 hours ago, Learstang said: Beautiful job on the old girl, Neil! I wish I could be at to Telford to see it in the flesh (or polystyrene/filler), but that's a bit far from Texas for me to make it. Regards, Jason Texas isn’t far! Be good if you could get over some time though. thanks for all the kind comments, at least there will be something with colour on for Telford now! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Headroom Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 Even more awesome! Trevor 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deve Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 That really is something special. Excellent work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heloman1 Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 Wow, Neil, great progress with the painting, I do like the finish, she's starting to look the dogs... Colin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJJunis Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 Simply magnificent. I am so impressed by the surface detail and overall execution. What a treat this is. Thank you for sharing. All the Best! Don 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spitfire Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 Fabulous, I am like you, once the decals or painted markings are on I am really happy, it really brings the project to life Cheers Dennis 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stringbag Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 4 hours ago, woody37 said: I had a go with the new butane torch matey and I was just as incompetent with that so I’ll be calling for that lesson! No matter what I did, the solder just beads and runs off so I’m at a loss at the moment. Sounds like too much heat there Neil. I'll give you a call this evening. Chris. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
general melchett Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 Nearly there mate, one last 'push' and she'll be over the top. Lovely job......thanks to your efforts we now know what Airfix's big announcement is bound to be. Quote but that's a bit far from Texas for me to make it. Slacker! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cees Broere Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 Fantastico grosso! Getting there Neil but don't rush it👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianthemodeller Posted November 6, 2018 Share Posted November 6, 2018 By ‘eck petal - she’s looking goooooood! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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