RidgeRunner Posted August 31, 2018 Share Posted August 31, 2018 As of today, I now have two on the way!!! Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted August 31, 2018 Share Posted August 31, 2018 Me too! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wez Posted September 1, 2018 Author Share Posted September 1, 2018 And me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 Can you give those that have not bought it yet your opinion when it does arrive please. Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gene K Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 (edited) 18 hours ago, RidgeRunner said: As of today, I now have two on the way!!! From whom??? Hannants appears to have them. Gene K Edited September 1, 2018 by Gene K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Procopius Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 1 hour ago, Gene K said: From whom??? Hannants appears to have them. Gene K Looks like they just arrived: https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/SW72116 https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/SW72117 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidgeRunner Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 18 hours ago, Gene K said: From whom??? Hannants appears to have them. Gene K Yes, Gene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gene K Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 On 9/1/2018 at 8:43 AM, Procopius said: Looks like they just arrived [at Hannants] Thanks - also to RidgeRunner. Orders placed for both kits and decals. Always a treat to get the latest Sword and Special Hobby Fifties. Gene K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis_C Posted September 4, 2018 Share Posted September 4, 2018 Need to run until stock is not gone! I wonder if Italy ever operated camouflaged rf-84? Seems to stay in natural metal through full service period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giorgio N Posted September 4, 2018 Share Posted September 4, 2018 (edited) 2 hours ago, Dennis_C said: Need to run until stock is not gone! I wonder if Italy ever operated camouflaged rf-84? Seems to stay in natural metal through full service period. Italian RF-84Fs only ever carried the natural metal scheme and as the type was operated by a single wing there was not much variation in markings, only the ones relative to the various squadrons within the wing and some small changes over time. Don't know why they were never camouflaged, afterall the F-104s had already been camouflaged a few years before the Thunderflash was withdrawn from service. Edited September 4, 2018 by Giorgio N 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidgeRunner Posted September 4, 2018 Share Posted September 4, 2018 Hi Giorgio! @Giorgio N. I tried a PM but would not transmit! Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidgeRunner Posted September 6, 2018 Share Posted September 6, 2018 On 1 September 2018 at 9:00 AM, Robert said: Can you give those that have not bought it yet your opinion when it does arrive please. Robert They landed yesterday but I was home late. I'll get them open today and post my view/thoughts. Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidgeRunner Posted September 6, 2018 Share Posted September 6, 2018 (edited) On 4 September 2018 at 6:22 AM, Dennis_C said: Need to run until stock is not gone! I wonder if Italy ever operated camouflaged rf-84? Seems to stay in natural metal through full service period. I'd to build an Italian but if you want camo then a French machine would be the way to go. They were very attractive in an unusual style. http://www.frenchwings.net/combat/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=595&fullsize=1 Martin Edited September 6, 2018 by RidgeRunner 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidgeRunner Posted September 6, 2018 Share Posted September 6, 2018 (edited) As promised.... I haven't had chance to compare to the Italeri as it is in my loft and I can't get there now. On first look it is typical Sword and therefore will build in to a good model. The jury is still out on the width of the cockpit. I need to check drawings. Crisp and subtle panel lining and details. Two options for seats. Am I l pleased with my purchase? Very! My plan - when I get to them in the schedule - is a NMF Norwegian and a Camouflaged Greek (37682) courtesy of Vingtor and Icarus decals and some home printing ;). Martin Edited September 6, 2018 by RidgeRunner added text 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidgeRunner Posted September 6, 2018 Share Posted September 6, 2018 I've checked my built Italeri now and I can say that it bears no resemblance to the Sword kit. Martin 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEMPESTMK5 Posted September 6, 2018 Share Posted September 6, 2018 Good afternoon Martin Thank you for this first review Cheers Patrice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted September 6, 2018 Share Posted September 6, 2018 My two arrived this morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wez Posted September 6, 2018 Author Share Posted September 6, 2018 2 hours ago, Enzo Matrix said: My two arrived this morning. Mine arrived yesterday but couldn't take a look until now, very pleased. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Posted September 6, 2018 Share Posted September 6, 2018 Its going on the shopping list, only need one for a USAFE machine. Thanks for the photos Martin. Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 I seem to have totally lost my mind. I have 22 builds on the go, but I will be adding this one tomorrow as an entry in the 60s NATO v Warpac GB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry1954 Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 Looks great, and thanks for the comparison to the old Italeri @RidgeRunner ! Will have to get myself onesome ! Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sofiane1718 Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 Only resin seats? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidgeRunner Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 49 minutes ago, sofiane1718 said: Only resin seats? Thanks! Well, I guess we will have to cope somehow ;). Tough, eh? Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sofiane1718 Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 Nothing tough, just asking, take a chill pill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shalako Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 Looking at the sprues' photos there seems to be something odd with the shape of the fuselage and the vertical fin. Did anyone else noticed it? Perhaps its only the specific photos that give me a certain notion that something is not right. Any thoughts? Perhaps someone could do a comparison with some 1/72 drawings of the actual aircraft? Just my two cents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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