Booty003 Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 1/72 Dragon / Cyber Hobby Sea Vixen FAW.2, XP922, 899 Sqn, HMS Eagle 1971 I had this one sitting on the Shelf of Doom for quite some time so decided to show it some TLC. Replacement resin nose and seats as the kit ones were awful. I also extended the front gear a few mm to raise the nose and improve the sit to replicate the nose high look. I have heard a few grumblings about this kit but I had a pleasant build overall and for me it looks every bit like the Vixen. Airbrushed using Tamiya XF-24 for the EDSG and Tamiya white. Flory wash used to highlight the panel lines and add some general grubbiness to the belly. Cartograph decals went on a treat. I plan on building the new Airfix Buccaneer in the HMS Eagle scheme as I think that they will make a great looking pair. Phil 34 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColinChipmunkfan Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 I have never built a Dragon/Cyber hobby model but your Sea Vixen is a cracker, well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 Superb job on her! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vultures1 Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 Really nice work on your Sea Vixen - well done! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sky Keg Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 Well done Phil. You have inspired me to build this kit now. I like it. Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billn53 Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 The Sea Vixen has never appealed to me, but seeing yours I now have the urge to add one to my stash! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallBlondJohn Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 Looks lovely - just needs that Eagle Bucc to keep it company. Was the kit nose the wrong shape or just a bad fit ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 Cracking job on this, it looks absolutely stunning. Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfman Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 Absolutely fabulous , a superb build ! Wulfman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry_the_Spider Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 Very nice. I've got one in the stash complete with Pavla Nose Cone and a new set of seats. Hope it looks as good as yours. Out of interest, how much weight did you have to put in the nose? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binbrook87 Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 Really great job 👍👍 I've resisted getting this kit because of the reported faults....but having seen yours i think i need to build one! Does it definitely need the replacement nose to look the part? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mig88 Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 Brilliant! Superbly finished. Miguel 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booty003 Posted August 16, 2020 Author Share Posted August 16, 2020 Cheers all. The kit nose is too rounded at the tip - almost looks blunt compared to the sharp look of the real thing. I would say that a resin replacement is a must have for this. Both bang seats are way too small but you can easily get away with just replacing the pilots one if you wanted to build with canopies closed up. I can't recall how much weight I added up front as this had been sitting built for many months before I pulled my finger out and finished it. Good to hear that it has inspired a few of you to give one a build. A very unique looking aircraft that would look great with other RN jets from that bygone era. Phil 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Dyck Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 Very very inspiring ! One of my favorite British jets in perfection! Cheers Andy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolphin38 Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 A fine looking Sea Vixen, well worth reviving from the Shelf of Doom 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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