Robert_ Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 Hi all, I’ve been on a bit of a 1/48 ww2 fighter run where I’m trying to complete all my favourites. This one is Tamiya’s Mk.1 Hurricane where I chose to depict P2831 ‘LE.K’ flown by R.J. “Dickie” Cork of 242 Squadron based at RAF Duxford, August 1940. I chose this squadron since it was known as the ‘Canadian’ squadron. Everything is out of box except the Xtra decals. Thanks for looking. 33 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Beema Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 Nice Hurricane, well executed a fine addition to your collection. S/Lt 'Dickie' Cork was Baders wing man in 242 and took valuable air fighting lessons back to the Fleet Air Arm where he went on to become RN's top scorer... Whats your next build going to be? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Pearcy Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 Stunning. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 Very nice indeed, Robert. I really like the paintwork! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire31 Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 Very neat and convincing Hurricane, even though the camo should probably be hard edged. The prop 'weathering' does look a bit out of place, especially since the prop blades are made of (wait for it) – wood. Excellent craftsmanship overall! Kind regards, Joachim BTW, photo #2 and the last one look as if they're blown-up thumbnails… 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve27752 Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 She's a beauty. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polybebber Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 Excellent build and finish - I love the fantastic paintwork the way it is - compliment!!!! Lothar 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keith in the uk Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 Tamiya ? I think you mean Hasagawa 😲 Lovely Hurricane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troy Smith Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 33 minutes ago, keith in the uk said: Tamiya ? I think you mean Hasagawa No, it's Tamiya, more precisely it is a Tamiya rebox of the Italeri Hurricane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Step Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 really greqat finish! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Law Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 Very nice pair. I particularly like the Hurricane 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert_ Posted November 19, 2019 Author Share Posted November 19, 2019 Thanks for the nice comments everyone. 13 hours ago, Grey Beema said: Nice Hurricane, well executed a fine addition to your collection. S/Lt 'Dickie' Cork was Baders wing man in 242 and took valuable air fighting lessons back to the Fleet Air Arm where he went on to become RN's top scorer... Whats your next build going to be? Thanks, yes I've read about these guys- what an interesting bunch and some skilled airmen! Thanks for commenting. 4 hours ago, Spitfire31 said: Very neat and convincing Hurricane, even though the camo should probably be hard edged. The prop 'weathering' does look a bit out of place, especially since the prop blades are made of (wait for it) – wood. Excellent craftsmanship overall! Kind regards, Joachim BTW, photo #2 and the last one look as if they're blown-up thumbnails… Thanks for the input. My understanding is there was a British shortage of duralumin material during World War II which led to the Schwarz process, where special machinery pressed a hard metal mesh coating and cellulose sheet over the entire propeller. I guess I misinterpreted that and it should be a wood finish. That's what I love about this hobby-it's very educational. 3 hours ago, keith in the uk said: Tamiya ? I think you mean Hasagawa 😲 Lovely Hurricane Tamiya/Italeria, at least that's what the box says Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 Lovely Hurricane 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris148 Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 Stunning build 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert_ Posted January 16, 2020 Author Share Posted January 16, 2020 On 11/19/2019 at 2:18 PM, chris148 said: Stunning build On 11/19/2019 at 1:04 PM, woody37 said: Lovely Hurricane Thanks guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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