CedB Posted June 13, 2021 Posted June 13, 2021 Just a holding post from me for now - I have some other things to finish first. When's the end date? October? Should be plenty of time (famous last words). Here she is: £10 eh? Must have bought it at a show. In the box is a sealed bag: Usually a good sign, but I don't think it's an Airfix bag. Some yellowed transfers, now stuck in the window: I've had a quick search for replacement decals but no luck - hopefully the kit ones will 'sun out'. The instructions: The mandatory shots of the part trees: Rivets, count 'em! Bit sparse? That's because the other parts are loose in the bag: One of the props is damaged but I found the blade: Hopefully the rest is there Quick check of the fit: Par for the course, if not a bit better. See that shiny bit behind my tape? Someone else's tape. Not unopened then. Oh well. There's a space on the ceiling waiting for her next to her, er, Mum? The Valom Bombay build some time ago: I have a few to finish before I start this so please amuse yourselves for a while… 19
Heather Kay Posted June 13, 2021 Posted June 13, 2021 That box art is crying out to replicated as a diorama. There’s lots of lovely 1/76th scale period cars available from Oxford Diecast that would look great. Still, flying in formation with Mother is probably more suitable. 3 1 1
stevej60 Posted June 13, 2021 Posted June 13, 2021 Nice to see this one get an airing Ced,rivet heaven as per most Airfix kits of this vintage! 1
roginoz Posted June 13, 2021 Posted June 13, 2021 Wooohooo !! A @CedB build ! And I'm on page 1 ! What an iconic build for this GB ! Following. in spades ! 1
Muddyf Posted June 13, 2021 Posted June 13, 2021 Ohh! I have one as a long-term build in the stash. A CedB build will definitely be an inspiration! For the decals, mine have been a in the window for an entire summer, no unyellowing (is that a word?!!) and no luck with finding Silver City decals either. 1 1
Heather Kay Posted June 13, 2021 Posted June 13, 2021 24 minutes ago, Muddyf said: mine have been a in the window for an entire summer Is it a double-glazed window, and does it perhaps have that clever glass that stops UV getting through? I fell into that trap trying to save some transfers. 4
Muddyf Posted June 13, 2021 Posted June 13, 2021 5 minutes ago, Heather Kay said: Is it a double-glazed window, and does it perhaps have that clever glass that stops UV getting through? I fell into that trap trying to save some transfers. Damn, modern energy saving tech 😂 May have to stick in the car 😁 2 3
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted June 13, 2021 Posted June 13, 2021 Oddly enough as an American I have a soft spot for these Aircraft. Going to follow along as its a Ced build anyways. 1
stevehnz Posted June 13, 2021 Posted June 13, 2021 Count me in, I'll be keen to see what I'm missing out on since I went 1/144 for postwar war stuff this big. Still got mine to move on when I get around to it. Steve. 1
CedB Posted June 14, 2021 Author Posted June 14, 2021 Thanks Jinxman, Steve, Rog, Muddyf, Dennis and Steve It's going to be a while until I start 'in anger' so please bear with me. 19 hours ago, Heather Kay said: That box art is crying out to replicated as a diorama. There’s lots of lovely 1/76th scale period cars available from Oxford Diecast that would look great. Still, flying in formation with Mother is probably more suitable. I know, so tempting… there's a ramp in the kit too. I don't think I have room though so on the ceiling it'll have to be. 5
rob85 Posted June 14, 2021 Posted June 14, 2021 Fine choice Ced, something a bit different too which is very nice! Rob 1
Tomjw Posted June 14, 2021 Posted June 14, 2021 This brings back memories of when I had this kit as a child. Looking forward to seeing it built to modern standards. Cheers, Tom 1
Terry1954 Posted June 15, 2021 Posted June 15, 2021 Aha, another Ced build and I'm actually on page one. This one looks like a good nostalgic trip. I remember building one of these as a lad and it seemed so big and bulky. Cheers Terry 1
Rabbit Leader Posted June 16, 2021 Posted June 16, 2021 Cant say I’ve ever participated in a GB alongside ‘Sir Ced’, so allow me to introduce my humble self to BM’s esteemed royalty and I look forward to seeing what you can conjure up with this classic of Airfix kits. Heathers suggestion to incorporate some vehicles is rather tempting and something I might even consider should mine ever reach the modelling bench. Cheers and best of luck.. Dave. 1
Back in the Saddle Posted June 16, 2021 Posted June 16, 2021 Great choice of kit - I’ll enjoy watching this one! 1
The Spadgent Posted July 7, 2021 Posted July 7, 2021 For a brief moment I thought I’d found you in a GB. Alas. I shall wait with baited breath Mr B. Looks like a little winner this one. I’m with you when you start. All the best. Johnny. 😃 1
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