keithjs Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 (edited) Well, I enjoyed that. Been waiting for these for what seems like ages now and pleased to say I wasn't dissapointed. Typical Airfix plastic which is rather soft but nicely engraved. The construction is very tight with regards to parts tolerance so make sure you clean off any paint from the edges of parts' particularly the engines and cowlings. Cockpit and fuselage detail is adequate for the scale and the clear parts will show it off nicely. I did invest in the 2 Eduard sets but only really used the seat ( the kit one is very thick and chunky and is easily seen) and some side placards. On my next one I'll try to use the weapons bay set and the instrument panel. The one item I will recommend tho' is the Eduard canopy masking set. It was a godsend and makes all the difference. Oh, and I used some Eduard wheels too. Only one thing concerns me and its too late to do anything about it now and that is the camouflage pattern. Bear with me on this. I had originally intended to build one of the aircraft from the Xtradecal sheet simply because it was based at Thorney Island. Same squadron just earlier. When I went to apply the decals I noticed the markings were on the wrong colours (ie the green and brown). I used the kit pattern assuming it was standard. However looking at the Xtradecal sheet and the caption of that aircraft (and the kit one) in the Warpaint they say it's the B scheme. You can tell the difference from photos as there is brown on the front port fuselage and the colours slope in the opposite direction.. Unfortunately I can't find a photo of the kit subject to prove it? Anyway, its too late now I'm not repainting it even if it is wrong! I just hope Airfix have got it right? So other than that, a most enjoyable build and I look forward to building my next one. Thanks for looking. B2 B1 B3 B4 B5 Edited March 31, 2021 by keithjs 68 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
72modeler Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 Yessss! Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulaero Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 That's a very nice clean build. Have to admit am waiting to get an Eduard masking set for all that glass, getting lazy in my old age !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stever219 Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 We won’t tell anyone about the reversed camouflage colours if you don’t. That notwithstanding that’s a lovely rendition, beautifully said moly presented. I’ve opted for the 217 Squadron option from the kit for my first Beaufort but having seen yours the urge to build the 22 Squadron option is now stronger. When you build your next one leave the wingtip navigation and position light covers clear; only the bulbs were coloured. You can replay cate this by drilling no a shallow depression into the inboard face of the navigation light (leading edge) covers and filling them with appropriately coloured paint. The position lights (trailing edge) were white (clear bulbs and lenses). 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 I like that, great job, it looks lovely. Got the Eduard detail set for mine but won't bother with the masks as use a hairy stick. cracking work. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithjs Posted March 31, 2021 Author Share Posted March 31, 2021 Thank you Steve. Wingtip lights now corrected.👌 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 Very nice indeed,..... you`ve done a beautiful job and nice decal option selection too,...... you have set a high bar for us all to follow now! Cheers Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booty003 Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 That does look fab, a nice and clean build. I know what you mean about using masks, an absolute must with complex canopies. Yes, it can be done without, but why...?? Lovely model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 That is a lovely job on that Keith, you've got the sort of finish I hope to aspire to. Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabbit Leader Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 Congratulations, that’s turned about beautifully and you’ve done a fantastic job of what is an excellent new kit. Would you mind telling me what topside colours you used. I’m struggling to find an adequate replacement for the old formula Dark Earth Gunze H72 as the new bottles look more like Taniya’s XF-52 these days. Cheers and very well modelled.. Dave 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanC Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 Very nice indeed Keith. The canopy work is impressively neat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Mc Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 Very nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellsprop Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 Lovely build! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mig88 Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 Very nicely done! Miguel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithjs Posted April 1, 2021 Author Share Posted April 1, 2021 7 hours ago, Rabbit Leader said: Congratulations, that’s turned about beautifully and you’ve done a fantastic job of what is an excellent new kit. Would you mind telling me what topside colours you used. I’m struggling to find an adequate replacement for the old formula Dark Earth Gunze H72 as the new bottles look more like Taniya’s XF-52 these days. Cheers and very well modelled.. Dave Thank you. The green and brown are from AK Real Colors (RC286 & RC287) The sky is normal Tamiya XF21. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabbit Leader Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 5 minutes ago, keithjs said: Thank you. The green and brown are from AK Real Colors (RC286 & RC287) The sky is normal Tamiya XF21. That’s a brand I’ve not tried out as yet, however do have their FAA set. They look good, what do you thin them with? Cheers, Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edge Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 Lovely job! Edge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 Never mind worrying about the colour scheme, you have turned out one beautiful piece of work well done sir 👏 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keith in the uk Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 lovely , thats a cracking job . i have one but am holding out for the 1.48th ICM kit . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zigomar Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 29 minutes ago, keith in the uk said: lovely , thats a cracking job . i have one but am holding out for the 1.48th ICM kit . +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheyJammedKenny! Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 Beautifully done--and so quickly! This is really sharp. Do you receive a prize for first out of the gate? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithjs Posted April 1, 2021 Author Share Posted April 1, 2021 12 hours ago, Rabbit Leader said: That’s a brand I’ve not tried out as yet, however do have their FAA set. They look good, what do you thin them with? Cheers, Dave You're welcome. I thin mine with their own bespoke thinners but Tamiya works OK as does normal alcohol. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithjs Posted April 1, 2021 Author Share Posted April 1, 2021 (edited) 35 minutes ago, TheyJammedKenny! said: Beautifully done--and so quickly! This is really sharp. Do you receive a prize for first out of the gate? Thank you. No not really, I always get told I build too quickly anyway.. Not always to as high a standard as other builders on here, but I do my best and as its a hobby for my own benefit I'm happy enough. In fact I got so inspired by this one, I've started the second one now. Edited April 1, 2021 by keithjs 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanC Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 1 hour ago, TheyJammedKenny! said: Do you receive a prize for first out of the gate? You've beaten @tonyot and his modelling elves, so that must be worth an Easter egg or two... 😄 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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