PedroPistol Posted October 13, 2021 Share Posted October 13, 2021 (edited) Hi, I am only new here. This is the first model I have ever built in 30 years. I had made a few mistakes (really struggled with the top engine cowling) that I was not happy with, but decided to press on and complete the build. I plan to build another Spitfire in RAAF markings with all the lessons learnt in the future. The second last image is preparing for transportation, using my vertigo aircraft gig (which I thought was a good idea) to my local hobby store, with the last image of the Eduard Spitfire on display in the local hobby store where it will remain. Also first time ever that I have attempted a diorama base. Aftermarket: -Eduard Look IP -Brassin Spitfire Mk.IX Drop Tank -Red Roo Decals -Quickboost Cockpit Door -Extra lead wire and goodies added to cockpit Hope you like it. Pete. Edited October 20, 2021 by PedroPistol Better hobby shop cabinet picture 43 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldy Posted October 13, 2021 Share Posted October 13, 2021 Well it looks pretty darn good from here Pete - a great effort for someone who hasn't built for a long time. Cheers Malcolm 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cngaero Posted October 13, 2021 Share Posted October 13, 2021 That's an excellent build and beautifully finished too. It thoroughly deserves a place in your local model shop's display cabinet. Well done and thank you for sharing it with us. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PedroPistol Posted October 13, 2021 Author Share Posted October 13, 2021 (edited) Thanks Malcolm😀. Edited October 14, 2021 by PedroPistol Mistake in comment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PedroPistol Posted October 13, 2021 Author Share Posted October 13, 2021 Thanks Chris. Love your two Wrights quote! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Dyck Posted October 14, 2021 Share Posted October 14, 2021 Hi Pete, it’s amazing, very subtle weathering and a perfect cockpit. My efforts after a so long time of absence wasn’t not that good . the little table top looks nice too! Cheers Andy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PedroPistol Posted October 14, 2021 Author Share Posted October 14, 2021 Thanks Andy.🍻 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bell209 Posted October 14, 2021 Share Posted October 14, 2021 23 hours ago, Baldy said: Well it looks pretty darn good from here Pete - a great effort for someone who hasn't built for a long time. +1. That's excellent work! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Brantley Posted October 14, 2021 Share Posted October 14, 2021 Strewth Pete! 😃 She's a right beaut mate; congratulations on a great return to this hobby. You are off to a cracking good start! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted October 14, 2021 Share Posted October 14, 2021 Gorgeous Spitfire model, great work after a long absence from the hobby. Looks wonderful on the base. Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff G Posted October 15, 2021 Share Posted October 15, 2021 That's a striking Spitfire, excellent work! What paints did you use? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paramedic Posted October 15, 2021 Share Posted October 15, 2021 Looks great to me, cannot see any wrong with the engine cowling, but having built one, I probably know what you mean.. Very nice work and nice of you to display it at the locla hobby shop! Hope you have fun with the next one! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PedroPistol Posted October 15, 2021 Author Share Posted October 15, 2021 4 hours ago, Jeff G said: That's a striking Spitfire, excellent work! What paints did you use? Hi Jeff, Thanks for that. Just basically Tamiya acrylics (XF RAF Range), just for the simple fact you do not have to lay down a primer. protected by Mr Colour UV cut clear. Pete. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PedroPistol Posted October 15, 2021 Author Share Posted October 15, 2021 4 hours ago, Jeff G said: That's a striking Spitfire, excellent work! What paints did you use? Hi Jeff, Thanks for that. Just basically Tamiya acrylics (XF RAF Range), just for the simple fact you do not have to lay down a primer. protected by Mr Colour UV cut clear. Pete. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted October 15, 2021 Share Posted October 15, 2021 Lovely build and finish Pete - welcome to the forum! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellsprop Posted October 15, 2021 Share Posted October 15, 2021 Absolutely excellent 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bertie McBoatface Posted October 15, 2021 Share Posted October 15, 2021 Coming back to the hobby with a Spitfire is the perfect way. It looks really good. Well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IvanP Posted October 16, 2021 Share Posted October 16, 2021 (edited) 30 years out of the hobby and you build like this? We'd better watch out😀 Well done! And welcome back. Ivan Edited October 16, 2021 by IvanP 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sky Keg Posted October 17, 2021 Share Posted October 17, 2021 Pete……….I`m going to continue the “Echo Chamber”. You made this hobby seem like “riding a bike”. Excellent results and welcome back!!!! Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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