Mark Joyce Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Hi all, This is the first build that I've posted on these forums. It took nearly two years to complete; I only know this because of the dates I posted questions here regarding the Stirling generally and this kit specifically, all of which were very patiently and completely answered. I obtained much of my inspiration in completing this model from the others that were posted here, specifically general merchett's who utilized the same markings. Just don't compare his outstanding build to mine! That being said, although there are a number of things that I wish in hindsight I had done differently or improved upon, all-in-all I'm happy with how mine turned out, especially that it's actually finished! Thanks for looking, and any comments or constructive criticism is much appreciated. Cheers, Mark 53 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire31 Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Magnificent Stirling! The subtle weathering looks just right, to my eyes, to give a sense of life to the machine. Incidentally, the first photo also shows the Stirling's Achilles heel. The lack of a ventral gun turret made it a sitting duck for a night fighter equipped with 'schräge Musik'… Great modelling! Kind regards, Joachim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeaton01 Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Very nice! Does Photobucket include the watermark for free? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tempestwulf Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Anyone who manages to build a Stirling deserves recognition. She's a great rendition, fantastic result. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oberleutnant Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Fresh out the factory. Very nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrlx Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Excellent achievement! The weathering is very convincing. Congratulations Cheers Jaime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Very nice, lovely paint work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franky boy Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Love that! Great build, well done. James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzby061 Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Looks great, I'd be well chuffed with that. Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Russell Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 You have done a nice job with it. It's not perfect but actually quite a nice kit. i had a lot of fun with mine https://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234977042-italeri-stirling/ and i think you have done just as good work on o\yours. well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gorby Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Excellent model, just a shame about the prominent Photobucket mark spoiling the photos. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Sherratt Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 That looks excellent. Well done. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan_RAFBC Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Extremely nice Mark! You're giving me the motivation to start mine! Did you use the decals from the Xtradecal Bomber Command set? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unfinished project Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Beautiful Stirling superbly finished 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Learstang Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Brilliant job on that Stirling! I'm definitely going to buy this kit sooner or later, and looking at your beautiful build, it may just be sooner. Regards, Jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Fantastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 I really really love this specifically the noseart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpha Delta 210 Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Great to see such a well-built Stirling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael51 Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Excellent model of a Stirling. The weathering is particularly admirable, Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil.C Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Cracking job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairtrigger Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Supurbly crafted... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Superb, Mark. Great paintwork, but I have to agree with @Gorby the rather large Photobucket emblem is a distraction. Does that happen as a matter of course with PB now? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogsbody Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 1 hour ago, Vinnie said: Superb, Mark. Great paintwork, but I have to agree with @Gorby the rather large Photobucket emblem is a distraction. Does that happen as a matter of course with PB now? We were discussing this over on The Flying Boat forum ( http://theflyingboatforum.forumlaunch.net/index.php ). It seems that not everyone using PB is so effected. None of my PB images have the logo on them. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agent K Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 That looks fabulous, well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Joyce Posted November 20, 2018 Author Share Posted November 20, 2018 16 hours ago, Ed Russell said: You have done a nice job with it. It's not perfect but actually quite a nice kit. i had a lot of fun with mine https://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234977042-italeri-stirling/ and i think you have done just as good work on o\yours. well done. Thank you, Ed. Your build was one that I had looked at while researching mine. A fabulous job on yours, and it's obvious you put much more effort into your work than I did on mine. I agree; it's a nice kit and most of its imperfections that I learned about on these forums I ultimately chose not to correct or deal with, either due to time constraints or, more likely, my inability to deal with them. Cheers, Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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