Angell328 Posted January 2, 2021 Share Posted January 2, 2021 Hello All, Latest one off the bench is Airfix's lovely 1:24 Hellcat. Painless build with only issue I encountered being the engine core being to large for the rings to slide onto. Luckily I found this out during prebuild research and manage to locate an aftermarket resin version. I hate to think the amount of sanding, shaving and swearing that would have happened otherwise! As I started the build a friend of mine mentioned that his Grandad was on HMS Ruler and worked on the Hellcats and other FAA aircraft stored on board. HMS Ruler was the fleets resupply carrier, holding the spare aircraft to replace those damaged or lost in combat. Knowing this I couldn't resist finishing her as a FAA Hellcat, but one that was being prepped to move to another frontline carrier. This is why she is carrying a Sqn number but not a Sqn tail letter and also lightly weathered. Hoping to surprise him with the finished aircraft, as I would rather she goes to someone to whom it would mean something personal. Onwards to the finished article then. Painted with Tamiya, AK and Mr Color paints. Only after market items are the Master gun barrels and Top Notch Insignia paint masks. Hope you enjoy the pictures as much as I enjoyed the build. Cheers Matt 68 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted January 2, 2021 Share Posted January 2, 2021 Beautiful build and finish - congratulations! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMK Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Lovely work! Understated, yet beautiful. Well done 🙂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binbrook87 Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Outstanding work! From every angle the work you've put into it really shows. One to be proud of 👍👍👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
112 Squadron Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 (edited) A true masterpiece! The high level of detail is amazing and you did an excellent paint job. I also love the idea of how you choose to personalize the markings of this Hellcat. 👏 Edited January 3, 2021 by 112 Squadron 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldy Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Very nicely done Matt - excellent detailing and finish. For reference - what parts did you replace on the engine and where did you get them from? cheers Malcolm 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAT69 Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 You've done some tremendous work there! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 That is outstanding work, Matt. Superb detailing.👏 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natter Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 As noted Matt, a work of art. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmerboy Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Quality, marvellous build and finish, and l love your very classy workbench! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swralph Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Stunning build Matt.😀 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan P Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Beautifully done and thoughtfully weathered. Glad you enjoyed the build and also that it'll find a suitable home 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedyGonzales Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 That is absolutely beautiful. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMc Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 That is a stunning finish. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 What a stunning model,...... congratulations....... what a great tribute. I`ll hopefully start mine this year. Cheers Tony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Superb! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 That's extremely impressive work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angell328 Posted January 3, 2021 Author Share Posted January 3, 2021 Wow, many thanks to you all, I really wasn't expecting this response! 15 hours ago, Baldy said: Very nicely done Matt - excellent detailing and finish. For reference - what parts did you replace on the engine and where did you get them from? cheers Malcolm Malcome, I found out about the issue from Nigel's Modelling bench channel on Youtube, he does a very detailed build and analysis of the good and bad points. He started producing the resin cores and I found mine on eBay. The video will explain more than I could on here. 9 hours ago, Farmerboy said: Quality, marvellous build and finish, and l love your very classy workbench! Many Thanks, the modelling desk is an old roll top bureau as it allows me to roll the top down when I am away or we have guests and my clutter just disappears. Keeps the long haired Wing Commander Happy!! 6 hours ago, tonyot said: What a stunning model,...... congratulations....... what a great tribute. I`ll hopefully start mine this year. Cheers Tony Cheers Tony, as I mentioned to Malcome above, if you haven't already seen about the engine core issue have a look at Nigel's Modelling Bench on YouTube, save a few pitfalls. Again, Thanks for your comments. Must say I am quite chuffed with how this one has turned out. Matt 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Fantastic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellsprop Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Absolutely stunning, what a fantastic build! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abat Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Wow! just fantastic work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ViggenXC Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Wow outstanding 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColinChipmunkfan Posted January 4, 2021 Share Posted January 4, 2021 Very high quality build and a generous gesture. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted January 4, 2021 Share Posted January 4, 2021 Magnificent beast,excellent work on all that detailing too! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted January 4, 2021 Share Posted January 4, 2021 Congratulations on a fantastic piece of modelling, well done 👏 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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