rob Posted December 11, 2009 Share Posted December 11, 2009 Well is it as good as the Tamiya Spitfire? Well after the momentous phone call from Dave @ Halifax Modellers World, I managed to get an early finish from work and dashed up the M62, then I had to go to Knutsford to sort out a problem BluRay player! I eventually got home after a 115 mile round trip during which I had to pickup the family tea. After finishing a huge bagful of Ronald McDonalds finest I broke the seals and lifted the the enormous box lid and gazed down at the treasure within, so is it any good............................ Yes in my opinion, i've not had the sprues out of the bags yet, but first impessions are that it's a stunningly well thought out kit many people will consider the Spitfire kit the better of the two primarily because of the stunning surface detail, but remember that the Mossie actually has very little surface detail because the way it's constructed. If you look closely you can see the odd touch of flash but by and large it's beautifully moulded, the instrument faces are pre painted which was a (pleasant) surprise, the decals are a Cartograf sheet which seems in register and very complete. I can't wait to get cracking on this, but i'm working flat out at the moment so it'll get started in the New Year. When i've a little more time i'll post some more thoughts if anyone is interested...... One more thing my congratulations and thanks to Airfix for producing such a fantastic kit. Regards To All Rob........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Ogilvie Posted December 11, 2009 Share Posted December 11, 2009 Not my scale - but sooooo tempted!!! Iain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry McGrady Posted December 11, 2009 Share Posted December 11, 2009 Well is it as good as the Tamiya Spitfire?Well after the momentous phone call from Dave @ Halifax Modellers World, I managed to get an early finish from work and dashed up the M62, then I had to go to Knutsford to sort out a problem BluRay player! I eventually got home after a 115 mile round trip during which I had to pickup the family tea. After finishing a huge bagful of Ronald McDonalds finest I broke the seals and lifted the the enormous box lid and gazed down at the treasure within, so is it any good............................ Yes in my opinion, i've not had the sprues out of the bags yet, but first impessions are that it's a stunningly well thought out kit many people will consider the Spitfire kit the better of the two primarily because of the stunning surface detail, but remember that the Mossie actually has very little surface detail because the way it's constructed. If you look closely you can see the odd touch of flash but by and large it's beautifully moulded, the instrument faces are pre painted which was a (pleasant) surprise, the decals are a Cartograf sheet which seems in register and very complete. I can't wait to get cracking on this, but i'm working flat out at the moment so it'll get started in the New Year. When i've a little more time i'll post some more thoughts if anyone is interested...... One more thing my congratulations and thanks to Airfix for producing such a fantastic kit. Regards To All Rob........... Well Great news for you Rob . Hope you enjoy it . I'll stick to 48th since I have limited display space . However from what I've seen of it, it certainly seems to have brought back Airfix to the fore Cheers Terry McGrady Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T Posted December 12, 2009 Share Posted December 12, 2009 Interesting. How much did it cost you ? Can't help wondering if it's worth waiting for a vendor price war. Looking at eBay, some people are clicking BiN and saving twenty quid in the process. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Posted December 12, 2009 Author Share Posted December 12, 2009 Interesting. How much did it cost you ?Can't help wondering if it's worth waiting for a vendor price war. Looking at eBay, some people are clicking BiN and saving twenty quid in the process. . Dave, I paid list as I think it's worth it, I work in retail and if people buy on price only all that'll happen is the proper model shops will be driven out of business. I actually bought three Mossies and two Tamiya Spitfires because I had a little rainy day kit money stashed away Regards Rob..... NB the Kit's magnificent!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ant Posted December 12, 2009 Share Posted December 12, 2009 I had a little rainy day kit money stashed away That must be nearly £600 of kits!!! Now that's a splurge of hobby cash!! I'm v. jealous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry McGrady Posted December 12, 2009 Share Posted December 12, 2009 That must be nearly £600 of kits!!! Now that's a splurge of hobby cash!! I'm v. jealous. Well not a lot if averaged out over the year.........but thats only if you refrain from buying any other Model related items !!!! :) Cheers Terry McGrady Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Posted December 12, 2009 Author Share Posted December 12, 2009 (edited) Well not a lot if averaged out over the year.........but thats only if you refrain from buying any other Model related items !!!! :) Cheers Terry McGrady It seems a lot but remember i've been waiting for a 1/24th Mossie since the rumours started 30 years ago! I don't buy many kits, but when I do I tend to go mad. I also bought a new compressor and an Iwata Airbrush so my spend is near 4 figures but I see those parts as an investment But my wife thinks i'm puddled!!! Regards Rob........ Edited December 12, 2009 by rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry McGrady Posted December 12, 2009 Share Posted December 12, 2009 It seems a lot but remember i've been waiting for a 1/24th Mossie since the rumours started 30 years ago! I don't buy many kits, but when I doI tend to go mad. I also bought a new compressor and an Iwata Airbrush so my spend is near 4 figures but I see those parts as an investment But my wife thinks i'm puddled!!! Regards Rob........ Well Rob , As long as she can spend spend the same amount on clothes and shoes , you can maintain the higher moral ground ....... works for me anyway !!! :) Regards Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thx6667 Posted December 12, 2009 Share Posted December 12, 2009 Thought for the day - since the project was first mooted over 30 years ago, the kit that everyone thought could never be done... has now been done. A 1/24 Mossie. Say it back to yourself. Doesn't sound real does it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fifer54 Posted December 12, 2009 Share Posted December 12, 2009 Next on the wish list: a 1/24 Avro Lancaster!???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Posted December 12, 2009 Author Share Posted December 12, 2009 Well Rob , As long as she can spend spend the same amount on clothes and shoes , you can maintain the higher moral ground ....... works for me anyway !!! :) Regards Terry you're not wrong there mate Regards Rob.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avro683 Posted December 12, 2009 Share Posted December 12, 2009 Mine was ordered yesterday, I'm very excited. Rob, do you think that the engine would fit inside the 1/24 Spitfire? Just a thought. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ptcruiser Posted December 12, 2009 Share Posted December 12, 2009 (edited) I agree with Rob's intial inspection results. LUURRRVLY. Enjoy: Box - you may make out the 18" rule along the bottom of the main pic (the tiles are 450mm!)... Open the box!.... Why is it so big (oo-er madam)? Biggest disappointment? Slight creasing of the decal sheet in the bottom of the box, possily caused during transit? The only parts that may or not be affected at the very edges of the tressel markings The tyres : Yes rubber BUT flattened and bulged. Not beyond redemption imho. Instruction sheet - yes that's the same 18" rule! just one part of the engine section - it just opened on that page, honest Decals - here are most of the stencils Sorry for the poor pics, the kitchen wasn't designed with photography in mind...On the subject of cost: My LMS (don't they all need support?)£129.99, 30 mile round trip, 10% off with Airfix Club Members card (the discout went towards one each of the two 1:72 Hawks!). Rich Edited December 12, 2009 by ptcruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The wooksta V2.0 Posted December 12, 2009 Share Posted December 12, 2009 Looks nice. Almost but not quite tempted. Too big - was put off big scales for life by the Matchbox Venom - and too expensive. Then again, if and when the lottery win comes up... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lufbramatt Posted December 12, 2009 Share Posted December 12, 2009 if you look closely at the tread on the tyres you'll see that they have to be rubber as they would be impossible to mould with that tread pattern on in styrene- youd never get them out of the mould due to the undercuts in the tread. only other option is resin (which uses a flexible mould) but that isnt suitable for a mass production kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby Posted December 13, 2009 Share Posted December 13, 2009 Can you post images of the 418 decals? I know that was a late addition to the kit but i can't find any details on what markings are provided. Being that I am a former 418 member and I have met many of the aces who flew with 418 I really have a keen interest in that option. As well, I worked with Cutting Edge on the two 418 decal sheets that they produced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Av8fan Posted December 13, 2009 Share Posted December 13, 2009 Thanks for posting the pics. I am looking forward to receiving my mosquito. at my LHS a book was mentioned that I ordered today. Terror in the starboard seat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Posted December 13, 2009 Author Share Posted December 13, 2009 Can you post images of the 418 decals? I know that was a late addition to the kit but i can't find any details on what markings are provided. Being that I am a former 418 member and I have met many of the aces who flew with 418 I really have a keen interest in that option. As well, I worked with Cutting Edge on the two 418 decal sheets that they produced. There are no 418 Squadron decals in the kit, originally they where listed but I think they where dropped in favour of Pickards 487sqn Operation Jericho mount.... Regards Rob.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ptcruiser Posted December 13, 2009 Share Posted December 13, 2009 (edited) Can you post images of the 418 decals? There are no 418 Squadron decals in the kit, originally they where listed but I think they where dropped in favour of Pickards 487sqn Operation Jericho mount.... Decals options in the box: 487 Sqn F*EG HX922, Op Jerico 18th Feb 1944 143 Sqn NE*A HR405, Banff 1945 1 Sqn RAAF, Y*NA A52-518, 1945 1 Sqn RAAF, A*NA A52 500, 1945 157 Sqn RS*B M4087, 1941 Rich Edited December 13, 2009 by ptcruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjames68 Posted December 13, 2009 Share Posted December 13, 2009 It's a truly magnificent kit and having just completed the tamiya 32nd spit , I recon this beats it and haven't started it yet!! The only nuicance I think is the sink mark line that runs the span of the main wing molding due to the thickness of the flap shrouds, simply fixable and the only critisism really, I think not only have they made kit of the year, they have made the kit of the decade , dare I say even the best plastic kit ever? Possibly what do u guys think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby Posted December 13, 2009 Share Posted December 13, 2009 There are no 418 Squadron decals in the kit, originally they where listed but I think they where dropped in favour of Pickards 487sqn Operation Jericho mount....Regards Rob.... That totally sucks. But Aviology has 418 decals in this scale planned too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thx6667 Posted December 17, 2009 Share Posted December 17, 2009 Hannants are still listing the kit as having No 418 Sqn, "City of Edmonton", RCAF and No 23 Sqn, Luqa, Malta scheme which were dropped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lufbramatt Posted December 17, 2009 Share Posted December 17, 2009 That totally sucks. But Aviology has 418 decals in this scale planned too. the mossie will be in the airfix range for years- they've got to leave themselves some options for future re-boxings with new decals! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gunpowder17 Posted December 17, 2009 Share Posted December 17, 2009 That totally sucks. But Aviology has 418 decals in this scale planned too. Hopefully they will be scaling up their decals for "Black Rufe" too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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