Popular Post tomprobert Posted January 20, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted January 20, 2019 Just added the finishing touches to Airfix's 1/24th Hawker Typhoon MkIb this week: a project I've had on the bench for the last 6 months or so. Admittedly I've picked it up and put it down as and when I've felt like it, but regardless this kit is most definitely a long-term investment in regard to time and effort. I found it an absolute joy to build and thoroughly enjoyed every minute. Fit was exceptional but you must follow the instructions to the letter, especially where the engine and its piping is concerned, as tolerances are very tight. The only after-market was a set of Eduard seat belts - everything else was OOB. PIC 9 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 8 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 7 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 6 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 5 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 4 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 3 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 2 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 1 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 10 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr I opted for the post-war scheme so other than some tonal variation to the paint, I kept the weathering restrained. Paints were Xtracolour enamels with Humbrol flat as a top coat. Decals were from the kit and were excellent, bedding down well over the recessed/raised details without any problems. All in all, a fantastic kit - roll on the big Hellcat! Best regards, Tom 76 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jean Posted January 20, 2019 Share Posted January 20, 2019 Hi Tom, what a tremendously detailed kit! And what a beautifully finished model! Six months seem a very short time for such an enterprise. Congratulations!!! JR 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpha Delta 210 Posted January 20, 2019 Share Posted January 20, 2019 Absolutely stunning result. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan_RAFBC Posted January 20, 2019 Share Posted January 20, 2019 Just wow 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don149 Posted January 20, 2019 Share Posted January 20, 2019 nice , NICE ! . A really professional job . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadKarma75 Posted January 20, 2019 Share Posted January 20, 2019 Lovely looking build 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmerboy Posted January 20, 2019 Share Posted January 20, 2019 Gorgeous, lovely build of a great kit, once in a lifetime experience glad you enjoyed it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted January 20, 2019 Share Posted January 20, 2019 Great job 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJJunis Posted January 20, 2019 Share Posted January 20, 2019 Great job Tom....nice break from your other projects I bet. All the Best! Don 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 Big and beautiful,excellent finish. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikolay Polyakov Posted January 23, 2019 Share Posted January 23, 2019 Hello Thomas, I must say that's a perfect work! Stunning level of accuracy and attention to the details 👍 Cheers! 🙂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TokenTaff Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Exemplary work Tom. Bravo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clive_t Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Nicely done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanC Posted March 13, 2019 Share Posted March 13, 2019 What a beast! You've done a great job on it. The paintwork is very restrained and realistic. Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Getting Old Posted March 14, 2019 Share Posted March 14, 2019 lovely with lots of detail, well done Sir Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey-1980 Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 Outstanding!! the Hell Cat will look resplendant next to her... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles87 Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 Just WOW! John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzby061 Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 Absolutely fantastic. Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rogue. Posted March 16, 2019 Share Posted March 16, 2019 Absolutely fantastic build. Love it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted March 16, 2019 Share Posted March 16, 2019 I missed this first time around. What a superb build, Thomas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ravinmac Posted March 16, 2019 Share Posted March 16, 2019 That is a good build and paint effort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christer A Posted March 18, 2019 Share Posted March 18, 2019 Great job on the big beast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev The Modeller Posted March 18, 2019 Share Posted March 18, 2019 Stunning build mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabbit Leader Posted March 18, 2019 Share Posted March 18, 2019 That’s one big and beautiful master build and I’m sure t looks even better in the flesh. Well done Tom, now what will it take to get you to make my one?? Cheers and very well modelled.. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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