Col Walter E Kurtz Posted November 22, 2022 Share Posted November 22, 2022 (edited) Fellow modellers here's my latest offering the rather good value for money Spitfire from Revell in 1:32 scale. Built pretty much OOB. I elected to do the box art example from 416 Squadron based at Tangmere in 1944 with the early Tail option A few bits broke off and had to be repaired during the build.. and a near total disaster with the Port Wing Upper roundel ... Lesson learnt Andy! thank god for Sharpie pens! lol I'm not too bothered with the historical accuracy of this build. I elected to not put any bomb tackle on this one. If anyone wants the bomb bits on the sprue PM me i'm happy to send them! Here is the WIP thread for those interested... Thanks to the many that made suggestions and provided reference pics as inspiration. Here's a few more pics on my 'Spectacle Loop' dispersal base board i made this year. A few 1:35 fuel drums and Jerry cans from Tamiya added for a bit of interest. Paints for the model were Tamiya with a light Floor Coat over the top. Weathering is a mix of washes and Black Panel line with some real cigarette ash ground up and used for the exhaust stains! Underside view. It's leaking all over the place! Birds Eye View - On the Dispersal The Business End! My attempt at chipping where the pilot gets up on the wing! A handy bucket used as a step-up! I hope you like it? I enjoyed making it and despite the issues I had, detailed in the short WIP, it's made me feel like getting back into the modelling groove again! Thanks especially to @Winded Penguin @spitfire @bigbadbadge for joining me on this journey and not forgetting the others who looked in! Not decided yet what my next build is going to be.. maybe a USAAF warbird or the Aifix Beaufort i bought a while back.. Kind Regards, Andy Edited March 22, 2023 by Col Walter E Kurtz More pics added 37 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spitfire Posted November 22, 2022 Share Posted November 22, 2022 Nice build, looks just right to me, used hard and put away wet but still doing the job. And the kit is certainly value for money, I have two in the stash. Cheers Dennis 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col Walter E Kurtz Posted November 22, 2022 Author Share Posted November 22, 2022 36 minutes ago, spitfire said: Nice build, looks just right to me, used hard and put away wet but still doing the job. And the kit is certainly value for money, I have two in the stash. Thank you Dennis for your positive comments . Glad you like it! Cheers, Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thom216 Posted November 22, 2022 Share Posted November 22, 2022 That mode looks soo gooood! Well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col Walter E Kurtz Posted November 22, 2022 Author Share Posted November 22, 2022 35 minutes ago, Thom216 said: That mode looks soo gooood! Well done. Thom. Thank you so much! Nice to have my humble work appreciated! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick Posted November 22, 2022 Share Posted November 22, 2022 great work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted November 22, 2022 Share Posted November 22, 2022 Great following along Andy, cracking job despite the trials you had with a few bits it looks wonderful. Great work Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col Walter E Kurtz Posted November 22, 2022 Author Share Posted November 22, 2022 Thanks Chris! I Guess "It's turned out nice again hasn't it?" To use a George Formby catchphrase lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeusa Posted November 22, 2022 Share Posted November 22, 2022 Wonderful looking Spitfire. Although somewhat slighted by some, Revell does give you substantial bang for the buck. I have always like their kits. You did this one great justice. Thanks for sharing. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col Walter E Kurtz Posted November 22, 2022 Author Share Posted November 22, 2022 1 hour ago, georgeusa said: Wonderful looking Spitfire. Although somewhat slighted by some, Revell does give you substantial bang for the buck. I have always like their kits. You did this one great justice. Thanks for sharing Why thank you Sir! Maybe one day I'll treat myself to the Tamiya version. Though the Airfix 1:24 new release looks nice too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col Walter E Kurtz Posted November 22, 2022 Author Share Posted November 22, 2022 5 hours ago, mick said: great work Thank you very much Mick! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted November 22, 2022 Share Posted November 22, 2022 She's a beauty. Looks wonderful. Cheers, Alistair 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby Posted November 23, 2022 Share Posted November 23, 2022 Nice stuff! I served in 416 (Hornets) so clearly any kit in my squadrons markings is a fave of mine. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col Walter E Kurtz Posted November 23, 2022 Author Share Posted November 23, 2022 9 hours ago, AliGauld said: She's a beauty. Looks wonderful. Cheers, Alistair Thank you Alistair! Glad you enjoyed it.cheers , Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col Walter E Kurtz Posted November 23, 2022 Author Share Posted November 23, 2022 3 hours ago, Scooby said: Nice stuff! I served in 416 (Hornets) so clearly any kit in my squadrons markings is a fave of mine. Cheers Scooby. I didn't look up any of the history of your Squadron, but I will do now. I always rather partial to 56 Squadron myself, my uncle served with them. Its unusual that the Squadron markings were painted over the aircraft registration number , in this example at least. Do you have any snapshots of your time with the Squadron? Regards, Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted November 23, 2022 Share Posted November 23, 2022 Looks great Andy - nice to see it over the line! I can definitely recommend the Airfix Beaufort - I've just finished one and it's a cracker! Cheers, Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col Walter E Kurtz Posted November 23, 2022 Author Share Posted November 23, 2022 1 hour ago, Dunny said: Looks great Andy - nice to see it over the line! I can definitely recommend the Airfix Beaufort - I've just finished one and it's a cracker! Cheers, Roger Thanks Roger. I'm glad to finish it too. It's hard making the time being back at work now but it's anice relaxation m aking models lol. I quite fancy doing a What if? For the Beaufort in Raf Desert colours.. had a poke around in my stash last night , trying to decide which kit to start next.. maybe I'll pick out the Beaufort. Though I do have a Revell B26 that might also be a contender ! Regards, Andy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted November 23, 2022 Share Posted November 23, 2022 32 minutes ago, Col Walter E Kurtz said: Thanks Roger. I'm glad to finish it too. It's hard making the time being back at work now but it's anice relaxation m aking models lol. I quite fancy doing a What if? For the Beaufort in Raf Desert colours.. had a poke around in my stash last night , trying to decide which kit to start next.. maybe I'll pick out the Beaufort. Though I do have a Revell B26 that might also be a contender ! Regards, Andy Desert colours - nice! The kit does include Vokes filters so you are covered there, so a Malta scheme or North Africa?? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col Walter E Kurtz Posted November 23, 2022 Author Share Posted November 23, 2022 10 minutes ago, Dunny said: Desert colours - nice! The kit does include Vokes filters so you are covered there, so a Malta scheme or North Africa?? North Africa I think! Vokes Filters? I'll have to look this up cheers! Cheers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winded Penguin Posted November 23, 2022 Share Posted November 23, 2022 The chocks are a nice touch. Nice to be able to tag along for the build and see this one reach fruition. It's a lovely kit for the money, and great to see you've done it full justice 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col Walter E Kurtz Posted November 23, 2022 Author Share Posted November 23, 2022 1 minute ago, Winded Penguin said: The chocks are a nice touch. Nice to be able to tag along for the build and see this one reach fruition. It's a lovely kit for the money, and great to see you've done it full justice 👍 Thanks WP. You are too kind I'm pleased to note you liked my scratch built chocks! Made from some scrap wood and the cables were from a clothing tag.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col Walter E Kurtz Posted November 23, 2022 Author Share Posted November 23, 2022 9 hours ago, Dunny said: Airfix Beaufort I started it at lunchtime today lol 😂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kapam Posted November 24, 2022 Share Posted November 24, 2022 An excellent Spitfire! Looks fantastic on that diorama base! Well done! 👏👏 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col Walter E Kurtz Posted November 24, 2022 Author Share Posted November 24, 2022 4 hours ago, kapam said: An excellent Spitfire! Looks fantastic on that diorama base! Well done! 👏👏 Thanks Kapam. Glad you enjoyed my work and your compliments are gratefully received! Kind Regards, Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmitry Posted November 24, 2022 Share Posted November 24, 2022 Great work! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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