vppelt68 Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 The first build thread, probably the last to finish! For one that's used to the size of 1:72 kits... ...this is huge, 3.375 times larger! This will be my subject for the build. More about it later! Edit: A few more things: I have the Eduard mask set and must now go shopping for some Kits-World decal sets. The model will most likely be painted with Tamiya kili-kalis (spray cans) like I did the Matchbox B-17G. V-P 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toryu Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 Nice choice. I do remember that kit - great fit. I built A bit o‘ lace from it in 1985. Would need some upgrade now. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOCKNEY Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 Blimey V-P, "go large or go home !" Brilliant choice mate, best of luck with this one. Cheers Pat 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vppelt68 Posted June 19, 2022 Author Share Posted June 19, 2022 Well, my son asked me where am I going to store and display when it's finished. I told him I'd do that in his apartment as he'll get it from me as a present - and he said "no thanks"! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mjwomack Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 4 minutes ago, vppelt68 said: Well, my son asked me where am I going to store and display when it's finished. At least he's confident that you'll finish it! As indeed, we all are! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 Yes,hoped one of these big beasts would make an appearance VP,good luck! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 Welcome to the build V-P, I expected a B-17 and happy to see it. Ive built 3 of these in my time ( looking for a fourth). So if you have questions please ask. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nickhenfrey Posted June 20, 2022 Share Posted June 20, 2022 Hey, looking forward to seeing this move forward! Seriously hoping to get some pointers - although I think the Revell 17f has less detail... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snafu35 Posted June 21, 2022 Share Posted June 21, 2022 Hello V-P, I was expecting you to appear on this construction group! I'm reluctant to join you, as my workbench is overflowing with ongoing topics. Good start, I will follow your tribulations with great interest. Regards, Eric-Snafu35 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vppelt68 Posted June 22, 2022 Author Share Posted June 22, 2022 I just spent 22 GBP + s&h + eventual customs fee in two sets of 1:48 decal sheets and 3D printed seat cushions, just to get proper fuselage and tail codes on this 30€ kit Edit: Add the cost of the previously bought Eduard canopy mask set and the cost of building this kit is just doubled 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyW Posted June 22, 2022 Share Posted June 22, 2022 Been there. Done that. Likely to do it again as well. 🙄 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vppelt68 Posted June 27, 2022 Author Share Posted June 27, 2022 I'm not allowing myself to *start building her* yet, but of course I can do some preparations! The last look at those sealed parts bags. Still can't understand how big this kit is. Bags opened, sprues washed with Fairy ™️ and rinsed well; now drying. *I must resist* . V-P 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted June 29, 2022 Share Posted June 29, 2022 Very nice indeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vppelt68 Posted July 7, 2022 Author Share Posted July 7, 2022 Oh look what the post office had today for me to pick up: Two sheets are for 1:72 subjects. V-P 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Ballman Posted July 9, 2022 Share Posted July 9, 2022 (edited) This kit builds up pretty straight forward. Don't have to mess with a bomb bay because it doesn't have one. I really don't worry about details inside kits like this where most of your efforts are never seen. My advice is to skip some of the obvious internal items that won't be seen and focus on just what you can. Respectfully, JB3 Edited July 10, 2022 by John Ballman grammar 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bertie McBoatface Posted July 13, 2022 Share Posted July 13, 2022 I loved this kit and look forward to watching another one built. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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