BAC Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 I don't know if these pictures are of any use to anyone but here's a comparrison between the orginal Airfix Prototype (light grey), the later Airfix (dark grey) and the Revell (white) Concordes. I used FDcal's sheet when I built the old Airfix one as G-BSST I think somewhere I still have another FDcal sheet for the French Prototype. I don't know if I'll ever use them as I will need another Airfix Proto kit. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cuprar Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 Very nice Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev1n Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 ............. Watch this space Kevin, you and your doors have nothing on me LMAO ok I'm watching....dont forget the cockpit interior and the cabin details....galley, seats etc..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard E Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 Would this beastie be eligible.......? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pin Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 Would this beastie be eligible.......? I would say "No" unless GB is renamed to SST STGB. It's like putting Bf-109 into Spitfire competition simple based on plane purpose, single engine-ness and historical period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin W Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 I reckon I could be in here with the 1/72 kit. There are some interesting improvement comments on here and I hope they can get carried forwards to the GB thread once we're underway. Interesting note on the windows. The obvious solution to having the windows moulded too big would be to glue and flair them in, mask the centre to the correct shape and size, then apply overall paint. Any reason why this won't work? Colin W Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pin Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 (edited) Interesting note on the windows. The obvious solution to having the windows moulded too big would be to glue and flair them in, mask the centre to the correct shape and size, then apply overall paint. Any reason why this won't work? Filling the windows with clear epoxy or a piece of transparent plastic with further sanding and polishing will work, but it is too labour intensive to get it right - simply not worth it as the windows are somewhat 1.4x1.8 mm (can't remember exactly) - smaller than in most of 1:144 airliners that are OK with decals. What will not work - filling the windows with PVA and masking them afterwards Edited October 24, 2011 by Pin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xffw45343tg Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 (edited) How about filling with translucent resin, sanding back the flat area then re-drilling the windows? Edited October 24, 2011 by Kirk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pin Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 How about filling with translucent resin, sanding back the flat area then re-drilling the windows? Windows are not round, I found it too hard to drill and then to mill ~50 holes of the same shape/size. I'm not saying this is not feasible but beyond capabilities of my main pair of hands Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev1n Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 I'm not sure if any decal makers do concorde windows....but the obvious solution would be to just fill them, sand smooth and use decals Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xffw45343tg Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 I'm not sure if any decal makers do concorde windows....but the obvious solution would be to just fill them, sand smooth and use decals But, but... but how will you be able to see the illuminated cabin through them if you do that, Kevin? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev1n Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 then you have to make corrections etc and have real windows....:):) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidders Posted December 17, 2011 Share Posted December 17, 2011 Hi Rich, Is it possible to include myself in this group build? Just ordered a Revell 1/144 Concorde off Ebay and some door/cabin windows from Draw Decals. 100% certain I'll be using the "Landor" livery for this build (best one, in my opinion!). Cheers, Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micha Posted December 17, 2011 Share Posted December 17, 2011 may I be part of it? I'd like to build a golden Concorde dedicated to the "Golden Age of Concorde" =) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richellis Posted December 18, 2011 Share Posted December 18, 2011 Yep, you can join us Micha. How have you been, not seen you about for a bit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micha Posted December 18, 2011 Share Posted December 18, 2011 Yep, you can join us Micha. How have you been, not seen you about for a bit? built a couple of airliners but didn't show them on BM and not even on my own gallery ... only on Facebook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richellis Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 Well, its time you got some shots on here, pop a thread in the 2011 year book section. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richellis Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 A quick bump for the final count down to this GB! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cuprar Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 A quick bump for the final count down to this GB! Can't wait for it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Posted January 4, 2012 Share Posted January 4, 2012 Hi All, as the Mossie GB has been put back a tad, and as i've a 72nd Concorde in the Stash i'd like to have a bash at this GB. I have a twisted What-If idea, which i'll keep schtuhm! about for the moment, as it depends on finding accurate plans for Skybolt missiles...... Regards Rob.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speckled Jim Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 Looking forward to kickoff, just completing the pre-working checklist and we'll get started. However mind if I build a TSR.2 or 2 as they are going to be part of a diorama with Concorde? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousDFB1 Posted January 14, 2012 Author Share Posted January 14, 2012 The GB is now open HERE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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