Dunny Posted December 27, 2021 Share Posted December 27, 2021 Hi All, My latest completion (possibly the last of the year? ) is Airfix' lovely 1:48 Hurricane Mk.I Tropical. I have built two previous versions of this kit (of which more later), and I know that it is a lovely kit, viceless to build. I've chosen to complete as P2638 of 274 Sqn RAF, flown by Sgt F H Dean from Sidi Barrani, Egypt, 1941. I'm currently reading 'The Desert Air War' by Richard Townsend Bickers, and it's been an eye-opener to the imbalance and shifting nature of that conflict, as well as the pivotal role played by the Hurricanes of 274: Here's a photo of the aircraft (and Sgt Dean): The model was completed mostly OOB, apart from the addition of a Yahu instrument panel, and Eduard harness and canopy masks. Inspired by the photo I've chosen to open up the wing gun ports to add a little interest - I've also tried to replicate the level of wear apparent on the airframe, as well as the locally applied 'spaghetti' camouflage. Anyway, on with the photos: Here's a shot with a Desert Air Force compatriot - a P40 from 112 Sqn: Finally, I couldn't resist a group shot with Dickie Cork's Sea Hurricane from Operation Torch, along with a BoB example: I've very much enjoyed this build, and I'll add it to my 2021 yearbook, which is here if anyone is interested: Thanks for looking, Roger 49 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMc Posted December 27, 2021 Share Posted December 27, 2021 A very nice finish Roger. It looks good with the P40 and the other Hurricanes. I built the Sea Hurricane a couple of years ago. It's a lovely kit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted December 27, 2021 Author Share Posted December 27, 2021 10 minutes ago, SteveMc said: A very nice finish Roger. It looks good with the P40 and the other Hurricanes. I built the Sea Hurricane a couple of years ago. It's a lovely kit. Thanks for the kind words Steve - much appreciated! It does build up nicely and there's plenty of variety, even within the kit schemes, Cheers, Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted December 27, 2021 Share Posted December 27, 2021 A fantastic Hurricane Roger, it looks absolutely stunning and looks great with the other Hurricanes and P40. This is a cracking scheme with the spaghetti camouflage too and you have done a superb job on this one. A great addition to your display and yearbook. Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted December 27, 2021 Author Share Posted December 27, 2021 4 minutes ago, bigbadbadge said: A fantastic Hurricane Roger, it looks absolutely stunning and looks great with the other Hurricanes and P40. This is a cracking scheme with the spaghetti camouflage too and you have done a superb job on this one. A great addition to your display and yearbook. Chris Thanks for the kind words Chris - it was your build that inspired me! I'm back on the Skua now after an easy win... Cheers, Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForestFan Posted December 27, 2021 Share Posted December 27, 2021 Very nice, as are all the others! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc the Builder Posted December 27, 2021 Share Posted December 27, 2021 I like it a lot, I have it in the stash but haven't decided on the c/s yet. This looks great! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gatesy64 Posted December 27, 2021 Share Posted December 27, 2021 I also love the Airfix Hurricane. You have a lovely touch with the weathering and paint. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire31 Posted December 27, 2021 Share Posted December 27, 2021 A convincing Hurricane with a particularly interesting finish! A 'character build'! Did something happen to the stbd side? You only show it from port… 😉 Kind regards, Joachim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted December 27, 2021 Author Share Posted December 27, 2021 8 hours ago, ForestFan said: Very nice, as are all the others! 7 hours ago, Marc the Builder said: I like it a lot, I have it in the stash but haven't decided on the c/s yet. This looks great! 4 hours ago, Gatesy64 said: I also love the Airfix Hurricane. You have a lovely touch with the weathering and paint. Thanks for the kind words gents - much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted December 27, 2021 Author Share Posted December 27, 2021 3 hours ago, Spitfire31 said: A convincing Hurricane with a particularly interesting finish! A 'character build'! Did something happen to the stbd side? You only show it from port… 😉 Kind regards, Joachim Joachim, Thanks for the kind words - I can confirm that the starboard side is in good order! Cheers, Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Lyttle Posted December 27, 2021 Share Posted December 27, 2021 That doesn't half look good!! You've got a really nice "used" look on the plane, and the scorched exhaust trail is very convincing. Those north African guys certainly had some action Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted December 27, 2021 Author Share Posted December 27, 2021 26 minutes ago, rob Lyttle said: That doesn't half look good!! You've got a really nice "used" look on the plane, and the scorched exhaust trail is very convincing. Those north African guys certainly had some action Thanks for the kind words Rob - much appreciated! Yes, these squadrons were fighting in very harsh, unforgiving conditions... Cheers, Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted December 27, 2021 Share Posted December 27, 2021 Fantastic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted December 28, 2021 Share Posted December 28, 2021 Superb Roger,...... as are the others too,..... lovely paintwork mate. Cheers Tony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted December 28, 2021 Author Share Posted December 28, 2021 20 minutes ago, tonyot said: Superb Roger,...... as are the others too,..... lovely paintwork mate. Cheers Tony Thanks for the kind words Tony - much appreciated! Cheers, Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackem01 Posted December 28, 2021 Share Posted December 28, 2021 Great job and a great finish. Makes me want to move mine up the build pile. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted December 28, 2021 Author Share Posted December 28, 2021 11 minutes ago, mackem01 said: Great job and a great finish. Makes me want to move mine up the build pile. Thanks for the kind words Mackem - much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Dyck Posted December 28, 2021 Share Posted December 28, 2021 That’s spot on ! Never saw this camouflage before! Looks amazing! Andy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted December 28, 2021 Author Share Posted December 28, 2021 27 minutes ago, Andy Dyck said: That’s spot on ! Never saw this camouflage before! Looks amazing! Andy Thanks for the kind words Andy - much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roberto Posted December 28, 2021 Share Posted December 28, 2021 Lovely works! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted December 28, 2021 Share Posted December 28, 2021 Super job on all three! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
72modeler Posted December 28, 2021 Share Posted December 28, 2021 Looks just like the period photos I have seen! Can't top or add to what thew others have said, except to say I am in total agreement! The Tomahawk is pretty darned nice, too! Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted December 28, 2021 Share Posted December 28, 2021 Super job on all three! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellsprop Posted December 28, 2021 Share Posted December 28, 2021 Superb build and what a collection of Hurricanes 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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