Rabbit Leader Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 When choosing a subject for the Classic Airfix Group Build, I wanted something a little unusual and outside my normal fighter/bomber related build themes. Looking over Airfix's extensive back catalogue of kits a couple of 'different' aircraft sprang to mind - the Short Skyvan of 1974 and the DHC Beaver first kitted way back in 1971. The Skyvan proved to be an elusive kit to find (since addressed), however the Beaver happened to fall into my hands at a local swap meet I attended about two weeks before this GB started. So finally, here is my completed and slightly modified Beaver kit. It took me longer than planned and there are some bits that I'm not exactly happy with, however it's another finished kit thanks to BM's fantastic Group Build programme and the many supporting members that take part. Now for those of you that have not participated in a BM GB as yet, I cannot encourage you all enough to just have a go and get involved. I'm one of those procrastinating modellers that really struggled to get any kit finished, however can now boast six completed kits this year and hopefully another two to go before this year is out. Anyway, here is a link to the full WIP thread and a few progress and final photos added for your viewing below. Cheers and thanks.. Dave (p.s - aren't we glad that this ugly 'Standing Roo' roundel was soon replaced with the more familiar hopping Roo!!). .... and the real A95-201. 61 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 What a beauty. It looks much better than in military colours. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazey Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Fantastic work on the Beaver, Dave! I also agree with what you say about he roundels. Regards, David 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roberto Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Nice subject, brilliant work! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Courageous Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Stuart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzby061 Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Looks fantastic, great job with the yellow finish. Got it to agree about the Roo, it looks like it should be wearing boxing gloves. Pete 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HansReggelsen Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 What a great build - and yellow too! Absolute love it! Cheers Hans J 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr T Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Very nice build. The yellow looks really good as not the easiest finish. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedy Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 That is great, I mean really great 👍. Steve. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Turned out a real stunner Dave ,not wishing to take away anything from the superb effort's in and ongoing but to me THE build of the GB! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Wow that looks amazing Dave,...... I love the scheme, especially those `Roo`s'!! Cracking job mate, Cheers Tony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 If you need a great plane in a cold environment then the Beaver’s your best bet excellent build. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Laidlaw Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 That is a gorgeous build! What a brilliant result. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 Beautifully done Beaver there David, great job 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trickydicky210 Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 Ooh that's different very nice, lovely to see Thanks Rich 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Law Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 Beautiful clean build Dave. The effort you put into the yellow paint was worth it in the end. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 Sorry, got to do this.... Even Lt Frank Drebin agrees... https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRZ4TChQz_J3h-39CSQNageMD_r-vZ_FMHWEJ-q6bNEPfcwTzBt 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Sherratt Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 That looks really good, well done. John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger350Pilot Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 This is absolutely one of my favorite builds, Dave! Just LOVE the old classic 1/72 general aviation/small airplane kits, particularly this one. I have one in my stash, waiting for the inspiration to tackle it. really like your attention to the details inside, and appreciate the lesson on cleaning up the clear parts. Very good work on an airplane that has infinite possibilities. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winenut Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 Pristine Beautiful Gorgeous Congrats! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kapam Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 Excellent build and great choice of subject! For an old kit, you sure have achieved a beautiful result. Love the display too - very cool! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme H Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 Bravo on getting this eventually done 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FAAMAN Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 Nice Beaver great colour scheme and thank goodness we got a running Roo and not that static tired one 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horatio Gruntfuttock Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 Now that really is yummy! Lovely clean build, great masking and paint scheme - the colour looks spot on - well done that man! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slywolff Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 Brilliant love the scheme and finish!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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