bigbadbadge Posted July 16, 2021 Author Share Posted July 16, 2021 2 hours ago, Terry1954 said: That really looks the business Chris, well done! Terry Thanks Terry, very kind fella, I am chuffed with it have tidied a few bits tonight and will get some RFI pics tomorrow. Thanks Chris 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted July 16, 2021 Share Posted July 16, 2021 That's an amazing piece of work Chris - well done! It's been a real pleasure to follow this WIP (my money was on the Firefly though!) Cheers, Roger 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted July 17, 2021 Author Share Posted July 17, 2021 7 hours ago, Dunny said: That's an amazing piece of work Chris - well done! It's been a real pleasure to follow this WIP (my money was on the Firefly though!) Cheers, Roger Hi Roger, hope you are well. Thanks for your very kind comments, it was a joy to build and is a cracking little kit. The Firefly is very nearly done, will pop some photos on later. I am also starting to gather bits for the next builds, one of which is an FAA Corsair and another is a Sea Gladiator which I am really looking forward to. I do have another Firefly but think I will leave that for a while. My next non FAA distraction is also near by and your Fulmar build influenced it, with the Camouflage scheme you did, but mine is a Mk1 Tropical Hurricane with the squiggly front end sections Thanks Chris 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted July 17, 2021 Share Posted July 17, 2021 32 minutes ago, bigbadbadge said: Hi Roger, hope you are well. Thanks for your very kind comments, it was a joy to build and is a cracking little kit. The Firefly is very nearly done, will pop some photos on later. I am also starting to gather bits for the next builds, one of which is an FAA Corsair and another is a Sea Gladiator which I am really looking forward to. I do have another Firefly but think I will leave that for a while. My next non FAA distraction is also near by and your Fulmar build influenced it, with the Camouflage scheme you did, but mine is a Mk1 Tropical Hurricane with the squiggly front end sections Thanks Chris Love it - will look forward to seeing that! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted July 17, 2021 Author Share Posted July 17, 2021 Just to show I have been working onbghe FAA models here is the Firefly not too far from the finish line Thanks for looking in Chris 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookenbacher Posted July 17, 2021 Share Posted July 17, 2021 The Firefly is looking grand Chris. Off to see the RFI for the Travelair! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted July 17, 2021 Author Share Posted July 17, 2021 12 minutes ago, Cookenbacher said: The Firefly is looking grand Chris. Off to see the RFI for the Travelair! Thanks Cookie, very kind of you, I am pleased with how the Firefly has turned out so far. Thanks Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted July 17, 2021 Author Share Posted July 17, 2021 A link to the Travelair Mystery Ship RFI Thanks Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry1954 Posted July 17, 2021 Share Posted July 17, 2021 I'm really liking that Firefly Chris. I have a passion (one of many) for FAA aircraft, but I especially like those from the Pacific Fleet. If you have an interest in the Pacific Fleet in WWII, David Hobbs book "The British Pacific Fleet" is a great read! Terry 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichieW Posted July 17, 2021 Share Posted July 17, 2021 The Firefly is looking magnificent Chris! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted July 17, 2021 Author Share Posted July 17, 2021 1 hour ago, Terry1954 said: I'm really liking that Firefly Chris. I have a passion (one of many) for FAA aircraft, but I especially like those from the Pacific Fleet. If you have an interest in the Pacific Fleet in WWII, David Hobbs book "The British Pacific Fleet" is a great read! Terry Thanks Terry Very kind, yes like you, I have a passion for FAA Aicraft, my Dad was on board HMS Centaur and then Ark Royal before moving onto a Frigate, HMS Dido and used to bring me gifts from his trips abroard and lots of posters etc of the Ships and Aircraft, wish I still had them. I have some cracking photos of the Seahawks and Gannets aboard Centaur and built one of Seahawks and have a Gannet to do from Centaur too. Also did a Centaur Sea Vixen . I fo love the BPF machines too and one of my next builds is a BPF Corsair. Thanks for the book info too, I will check it out. Thanks Chris 38 minutes ago, RichieW said: The Firefly is looking magnificent Chris! Thanks Richie, very kind. The Firefly has been worked onto tonight and has only two bits left to attach, some weathering and will be finished. Thanks fella Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted July 17, 2021 Share Posted July 17, 2021 Man that is eye wateringly beautiful. The quality of your paintwork. Cheers, Alistair 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted July 17, 2021 Author Share Posted July 17, 2021 Thanks Alastair, very kind fella, I do enjoy the painting process, although I seem to suffer from dust at times which is a pain . Thanks Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corsaircorp Posted July 17, 2021 Share Posted July 17, 2021 Hello Chris... Phew, catching up with this multi builds thread has been a pleasure... really Great job, congrats !! I like both, with a soft point for the Firebox and the Flycatcher !! And now a Corsair ?? Grrreeeaaat tremendous move my friend !! But still, I envy your brushpainting skills !! Keep carry on !! sincerely. CC 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted July 17, 2021 Author Share Posted July 17, 2021 1 minute ago, corsaircorp said: Hello Chris... Phew, catching up with this multi builds thread has been a pleasure... really Great job, congrats !! I like both, with a soft point for the Firebox and the Flycatcher !! And now a Corsair ?? Grrreeeaaat tremendous move my friend !! But still, I envy your brushpainting skills !! Keep carry on !! sincerely. CC Thanks CC that is very kind love the Firefly too, got a crew more in the stash too. I couldn't resist a Corsair too, it will take a bit of work though I think. I love the painting part very relaxing, I have never airbrushed due to fumes in the house so have to brush paint. Thanks for your kind comments fella and hope you are okay. Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted July 17, 2021 Share Posted July 17, 2021 Firefly's looking cracking Chris! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Beema Posted July 18, 2021 Share Posted July 18, 2021 Great looking Firebox Chris. It’ll look great in the cabinet. The Travelair is a beautiful build. Corsair next, so many to choose from... MDC do a MkII conversion set if interested.. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted July 18, 2021 Author Share Posted July 18, 2021 7 hours ago, Dunny said: Firefly's looking cracking Chris! Thanks Roger, I am pleased with the way it is looking and a couple of days should see it finished now. 16 minutes ago, Grey Beema said: Great looking Firebox Chris. It’ll look great in the cabinet. The Travelair is a beautiful build. Corsair next, so many to choose from... MDC do a MkII conversion set if interested.. Thanks GB very kind, am looking forward to getting the Firebix finished and very pleased with the little Travelair, such a cute little thing. I am the MDC conversion the other day as one was posted in RFI which looked stunning. I will check out their site as mine will be in 32nd scale and going to do he old Revell kit and have a go at converting that one!!! Thanks guys for your kind comments. Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted July 18, 2021 Share Posted July 18, 2021 Somehow managed to miss the Firefly update Chris (probably spending too much time looking at the Travelair! ) - it's looking absolutely brilliant!! Keith 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted July 18, 2021 Author Share Posted July 18, 2021 4 hours ago, keefr22 said: Somehow managed to miss the Firefly update Chris (probably spending too much time looking at the Travelair! ) - it's looking absolutely brilliant!! Keith Thanks Keith, very kind fella. Very pleased with the Firefly don't blame you for looking at the cute Travelair, I keep staring at it on tge shelf too. Thanks fella Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corsaircorp Posted July 18, 2021 Share Posted July 18, 2021 14 hours ago, bigbadbadge said: Thanks Roger, I am pleased with the way it is looking and a couple of days should see it finished now. Thanks GB very kind, am looking forward to getting the Firebix finished and very pleased with the little Travelair, such a cute little thing. I am the MDC conversion the other day as one was posted in RFI which looked stunning. I will check out their site as mine will be in 32nd scale and going to do he old Revell kit and have a go at converting that one!!! Thanks guys for your kind comments. Chris Converting the Old Revell one, That'll be great... A BPF one ?? Sincerely. CC 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted July 18, 2021 Author Share Posted July 18, 2021 2 hours ago, corsaircorp said: Converting the Old Revell one, That'll be great... A BPF one ?? Sincerely. CC Thanks CC I like making work for myself!!! Yes will be a BPF one too Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted July 20, 2021 Author Share Posted July 20, 2021 Firefly finished Pleased with the way this has turned out. Will try and progress the Flycatcher engine then that will be finished and will also crack on with the yellow Anson. Corsair and Sea Gladiator are coming next hopefully. Chris 18 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 Chris that is yet another stunner. Cheers, Alistair 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichieW Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 Another stunner Chris, so much to like about this. Beautiful tonal variations in the camo scheme, subtle and very believable weathering, perfectly painted canopy and the icing on the cake is that the decals look painted on. I think I've enjoyed seeing this come together almost as much as you have clearly enjoyed building it. Very high class mate! Richie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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