russ c Posted July 27, 2018 Author Share Posted July 27, 2018 2 hours ago, Reini78 said: Another sweet job, how is the SH kit? Any bigger problems? Cheers Reini, warped lower wings took some straightening but that`s about it, went together quite well really. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hewy Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 Very nice model russ, super weathering, and a smashing little backdrop,. Glynn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelling minion Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 Absolutely stunning Russ! There is something about the Albacore and you have done a great job on yours, the weathering is really nice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 Excellent work Russ,a rare beast indeed,beautiful finish. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovely Pig Posted July 28, 2018 Share Posted July 28, 2018 Another stunner there Russ, well done indeed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
426 Posted July 28, 2018 Share Posted July 28, 2018 On 7/27/2018 at 7:04 AM, russ c said: But I am obliged to say it's an ugly thing. Is it one of those that flew following the laws of aerodynamics, or was it just repelled by the ground? Yeah, but its Mother loved it ! 🙂 Cheers John and to everyone for your really positive posts and likes, appreciated There were not too many pretty carrier aircraft - Seafire accepted of course! Great build. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellsprop Posted July 28, 2018 Share Posted July 28, 2018 Very, very impressive - the mini diorama sets the model very well 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcdonnell Posted July 28, 2018 Share Posted July 28, 2018 Hello,Russ - A fine Fairey indeed! A beautifully finished and portrayed subject as always. All The Best,Paul.😉👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardiff guy Posted July 28, 2018 Share Posted July 28, 2018 very, very nice well done. Glenn. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackem01 Posted July 28, 2018 Share Posted July 28, 2018 Sausage fingers and dodgy eyes apart (I have the same probs!), that is one very nicely finished model of an an unusual subject. Thanks for sharing......and well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael51 Posted July 28, 2018 Share Posted July 28, 2018 What a superb build, paintwork and weathering. Michael 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAG058 Posted July 28, 2018 Share Posted July 28, 2018 You've done it again Russ, wow! Very well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted July 28, 2018 Share Posted July 28, 2018 Wow Russ,..... I like that very, very much indeed,...... your rendition looks spot on to me mate, Cheers Tony 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glatisant Posted July 29, 2018 Share Posted July 29, 2018 A stunning build. Perfect weathering. You don't get much better. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted July 29, 2018 Share Posted July 29, 2018 A strange kite but beautifully made and finished Russ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
general melchett Posted July 29, 2018 Share Posted July 29, 2018 Lovely job Russ, as mentioned, a strange looking beast with plenty of visual appeal, bit like the Memsahib, only faster...... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWJ Posted July 30, 2018 Share Posted July 30, 2018 Very nice work Russ - looks great. Well done, Cheers PWJ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sideways Sid Posted July 30, 2018 Share Posted July 30, 2018 Most of our aircraft built around that time do look as aerodynamic as a brick. Not the most beautiful of aircraft but you have done a good job building this one. One of the first things I look at when appreciating the modellers skills are the `window-frames` and how crisp they are. Glazing looks good. Also, nice weathering that looks pretty convincing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion Posted July 30, 2018 Share Posted July 30, 2018 Hello Russ, Splendid job. What a beautiful aircraft (versus F-35). Special Hobby is on the right track with bringing these gems on the market. Regards, Orion. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robgizlu Posted August 8, 2018 Share Posted August 8, 2018 Just caught up with this - another Cracking build and presentation - Wow! Rob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJP Posted August 8, 2018 Share Posted August 8, 2018 I can only echo what everyone else said - great job CJP 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
At Sea Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 Lovely, I must tackle an Albacore as my Great Uncle died in one night bombing in the Western Desert. 23 July 1942. Sub Lt. RNVR Oliver Dixon 815sqn FAA departed from HMS Grebe (Alexandria Airport)in his Albacore and never came back. William Way (Ty/Act/Leading Airman) and Harold Newbold (Ty/Sub Lt) were with him. All posted missing. The plaque to my Great Uncle is in Wilmslow in Cheshire. It's an excellent build and I hope to be able to replicate your talents. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerndM Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 Stunning build and well presented. The Albacore is a somewhat overlooked aircraft as well when it comes to modelling. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickthebrief Posted August 14, 2018 Share Posted August 14, 2018 On 7/26/2018 at 6:01 PM, Viking said: Lovely build again Russ, top notch! But I am obliged to say it's an ugly thing. Is it one of those that flew following the laws of aerodynamics, or was it just repelled by the ground? 😉 Cheers John I'm going to have to beg to differ John, and offer my view that the Albacore isn't that bad looking an aeroplane - no worse than, say, the Swordfish, and no one seems to think they're ugly! I think the Applecore has a certain antiquated charm....no? What is beyond dispute is that you have done an exceptional job with building the kit Russ - a real beauty of a model whatever one thinks of the looks of the real thing. I finished one last year and generally enjoyed it - you see very few built, so it's great to see yours - thanks for sharing. How did you reproduce the "gaiters" around the flying wires where they emerge from the wings - I couldn't think of a way of doing these...? Cheers, Nick. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted August 15, 2018 Author Share Posted August 15, 2018 7 hours ago, Nickthebrief said: I'm going to have to beg to differ John, and offer my view that the Albacore isn't that bad looking an aeroplane - no worse than, say, the Swordfish, and no one seems to think they're ugly! I think the Applecore has a certain antiquated charm....no? What is beyond dispute is that you have done an exceptional job with building the kit Russ - a real beauty of a model whatever one thinks of the looks of the real thing. I finished one last year and generally enjoyed it - you see very few built, so it's great to see yours - thanks for sharing. How did you reproduce the "gaiters" around the flying wires where they emerge from the wings - I couldn't think of a way of doing these...? Cheers, Nick. Thanks Nick, I made them out of kitchen roll soaked in watered down white glue. cheers Russ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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