LorenSharp Posted November 15, 2022 Author Share Posted November 15, 2022 This has the making of on epic GB methinks. I do believe I shall have to begin designing a fetching log image for everyone. Which reminds me, mark your Calendars everyone, July 22,2023 the party commences Be there, Aloha! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Procopius Posted November 15, 2022 Share Posted November 15, 2022 I'd like to participate in this one, hopefully my wretched children will make it possible. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LorenSharp Posted November 15, 2022 Author Share Posted November 15, 2022 3 minutes ago, Procopius said: I'd like to participate in this one, hopefully my wretched children will make it possible. You are more than Welcome @Procopius. and so added. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewbacca Posted November 15, 2022 Share Posted November 15, 2022 5 hours ago, LorenSharp said: This has the making of on epic GB methinks. I do believe I shall have to begin designing a fetching log image for everyone. Which reminds me, mark your Calendars everyone, July 22,2023 the party commences Be there, Aloha! I'm so glad this doesn't clash with the Salty Sea Dog. I'm thinking possibly the Lynx in my avatar, XZ733 BRAVE Flight, Feb 1991 Either in 1/32 from the Revell kit or converting the 1/48 Lynx HMA 8. Anyone know if you can still get the HMA 8 to HAS 3 resin conversion kit? I remember seeing it at a show a few years back and wishing that I'd bought it. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LorenSharp Posted November 15, 2022 Author Share Posted November 15, 2022 14 minutes ago, Chewbacca said: I'm so glad this doesn't clash with the Salty Sea Dog. I'm thinking possibly the Lynx in my avatar, XZ733 BRAVE Flight, Feb 1991 Either in 1/32 from the Revell kit or converting the 1/48 Lynx HMA 8. Anyone know if you can still get the HMA 8 to HAS 3 resin conversion kit? I remember seeing it at a show a few years back and wishing that I'd bought it. Definitely a very "Brave" build.(Sorry I couldn't resist the very bad pun) Can't wait to see it's completion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveJL Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 Looking forward to this one! I've a load of options but at the minute a 1/48 BPF Avenger is looking the most likely! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr T Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 I originally did not sign up for this GB on the basis that I was already committed to other GBs, two of which fell by the wayside. It would make sense that one of my intended builds was the Sea Fury, which would fit quite well in this GB and I haven't built one since the Frog kit in about 1967. The other kit that is tempting me is the CMR Firebrand TF5. It looks nice, complete with one piece wing with fully detailed wheel wells cast into the wing. Having said that, might still be a pig to build. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyOD Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 I haven't managed to turn up an actual photograph of the airframe yet, but this is my likely pick for the FAA build, an OOB scheme from the Airfix 1/48 Seafire XVII kit. If it goes well I might do a Special Hobby XV too. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul J Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 Wasn't planning to volunteer to do any more GBs but you can pencil me in. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick b Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 Pencil me in too please. Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LorenSharp Posted November 16, 2022 Author Share Posted November 16, 2022 5 hours ago, Mr T said: I originally did not sign up for this GB on the basis that I was already committed to other GBs, two of which fell by the wayside. It would make sense that one of my intended builds was the Sea Fury, which would fit quite well in this GB and I haven't built one since the Frog kit in about 1967. The other kit that is tempting me is the CMR Firebrand TF5. It looks nice, complete with one piece wing with fully detailed wheel wells cast into the wing. Having said that, might still be a pig to build. Both are excellent choices. 1 hour ago, TonyOD said: I haven't managed to turn up an actual photograph of the airframe yet, but this is my likely pick for the FAA build, an OOB scheme from the Airfix 1/48 Seafire XVII kit. If it goes well I might do a Special Hobby XV too. Looks like it will be an absolute beauty. 1 hour ago, Paul J said: Wasn't planning to volunteer to do any more GBs but you can pencil me in. Done 1 hour ago, mick b said: Pencil me in too please. Mike And Done. Welcome aboard Chaps 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LorenSharp Posted November 16, 2022 Author Share Posted November 16, 2022 I think I'm going to do Dynavector's Fairey Gannet with the wings folded. I always liked the "Karate Kid" look to the wings in the folded position. After that, we'll see what else I can come up with. I have 3 other candidates in the stash, Airfix's Sea Fury, Trumpeter's Supermarine Seafang, 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyOD Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 I’d be interested to see what you make of that Seafang, @LorenSharp! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ngantek Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 35 minutes ago, LorenSharp said: the "Karate Kid" look to the wings in the folded position I'm never going to be able to unsee that now everytime I pass a gannet!😂 Would love to see the dynavector Gannet built up for sure. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray S Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 After the delightful friendliness and the show of getting your vote right first time and sticking with your choice during the annual Bunfight, I am very glad to see that this GB has got through, but I was mortified just now when I looked at the first post and found that my name was not on the list! Oh shucks, please forgive me and I will join in when the time comes. I have a couple of kits in the stash I could do (probably one only!) - the Airfix Fairey Swordfish (newer tooling) or the 1/72 Esoteric Fairey IIID vacform. I do have intentions of doing a Double Gotha build in the 'Not My Comfort Zone' GB, and as one of those will be a vacform, I will see if I still have the stamina for another. I am looking forward to this, half-and-a-bit of a year will go quickly! Ray 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LorenSharp Posted November 17, 2022 Author Share Posted November 17, 2022 Never fear... Smith is Here. The oversight has been corrected and you are indeed now, so added. Welcome aboard and I can't wait to see what you come up with. This should be an exciting GB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2996 Victor Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Hi, I'd like to be included in this GB as well, please. I've got a couple of FAA subjects in my stash (Airfix Swordfish and Arma Wildcat - the usual suspects!) and a Tamiya F4U-1 Corsair and a KP Seafire Mk.Ib on the way. All the best, Mark 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LorenSharp Posted November 17, 2022 Author Share Posted November 17, 2022 1 hour ago, 2996 Victor said: Hi, I'd like to be included in this GB as well, please. I've got a couple of FAA subjects in my stash (Airfix Swordfish and Arma Wildcat - the usual suspects!) and a Tamiya F4U-1 Corsair and a KP Seafire Mk.Ib on the way. All the best, Mark Permission to come aboard Granted. Welcome Aboard! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2996 Victor Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 42 minutes ago, LorenSharp said: Permission to come aboard Granted. Welcome Aboard! Excellent, thanks! Stay safe, Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Masters Posted November 18, 2022 Share Posted November 18, 2022 Might have to build a helicopter for this one... 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LorenSharp Posted November 20, 2022 Author Share Posted November 20, 2022 Only one? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted November 20, 2022 Share Posted November 20, 2022 Me too.... but I'm a bit early as I've just about finished two 1/72 Seafires this month.... ah but next year there are going to be some Arma Hobby Sea Hurricanes sitting in the stash. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LorenSharp Posted November 20, 2022 Author Share Posted November 20, 2022 8 hours ago, Louise said: Me too.... but I'm a bit early as I've just about finished two 1/72 Seafires this month.... ah but next year there are going to be some Arma Hobby Sea Hurricanes sitting in the stash. You can never be too early. A Sea Hurricane will be an excellent addition. Welcome aboard! And by the way, you are added to the list.😁 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Masters Posted November 20, 2022 Share Posted November 20, 2022 13 hours ago, LorenSharp said: Only one? I'll have to find a suitable kit. All of my current boxes contain Russian whirlybirds. Any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LorenSharp Posted November 20, 2022 Author Share Posted November 20, 2022 8 minutes ago, John Masters said: I'll have to find a suitable kit. All of my current boxes contain Russian whirlybirds. Any suggestions? I suppose it depends on your scale, but lets see... in 1/48 for modern there's the Airfix Augusta Merlin convert to either a Mk2 or Mk4 or even better a Commando version, I don't know if the WIldcat is out as a model yet, but might be in 1/72. Others here in the forum might know better than I. But going back a little bit there's the Airfix Westland Lynx,, If you can find it a Westland Wasp,, Sea King SAR, or HAS, that old standby, the Wessex SAR the Gazelle,, Westland Whirlwind,, or go back.... waaay back to the Dragonfly,, or if you can find one, Sikorsky Gadfly(R-4) with floats. In 1/72 there's probably even more. I hope this helps with a few ideas. I know it triggered more than a few for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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