maltadefender Posted April 29, 2012 Share Posted April 29, 2012 Once you've got your models made and photography how you want it, please place your builds with relevant details, history and link to the build thread. No comments here - all on the build threads please! Congratulations on getting your builds to this stage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Marshall Posted April 29, 2012 Share Posted April 29, 2012 Finished yesterday, this is the Special Hobby Kit built as an early Maryland as used by Adrian Warburton. This was originally a French Martin 167, delivered in Natural Metal, the French camoflage was then painted directly over the top with no primer. It was then flown to Gibraltar by a pilot defecting to the Free French, had RAF roundels applied, and was then flown to Malta by Adrian where it had a very short but intersting career. It was heavily used and abused, patched and generally thrashed, and looked like this. So 'Warby' has landed Build thread is available here Peter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaykay Posted April 29, 2012 Share Posted April 29, 2012 Brill and well done. Looks great on the paving slabs too, jk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Killingholme Posted April 29, 2012 Share Posted April 29, 2012 That is a superb build. Bravo. Spending one's day staring down the nose at that cross-hair must have been very tempting for Warburton. He shouldn't have been blamed for having a crack at 'em should he? I wish I'd asked before, but I remember reading somewhere that Warburton's crew jury rigged a twin Lewis mount for the turret. Anyone know either way? Will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Lloyd Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 (edited) This is the Fiat G-50 bis of Tentente Furio Niclot Doglio, 352 Squadriglia, 20 Gruppo, as it appeared when based at Gambut, North Africa, in August 1941. Previously, 352 had been part of the Italian expeditionary force moved to Belgium to take part in the Battle of Britain. As well as being engaged in the front-line fighting in Egypt and Libya, the Fiats played an air defence role against raiders attacking nearby ports, including Malta-based Blenheims and Wellingtons. In early 1942 20 Gruppo, as part of a re-organisation of the famous 51 Stormo, was part of a restructure to prepare for the arrival of the Macchi MC-202 and for operations specifically directed against Malta. His score reaching 7 kills, Lt Doglio was given command of 151 Squadriglia within 20 Gruppo. He was eventually shot down over Malta on July 27th by famous Canadian ace Buzz Beurling, while flying an MC-202. He apparently misinterpreted his wingman's warning signal as he dived on a group of fighters, oblivious to their 'top cover' swooping in from above in classic Malta fashion. About the Italian pilots Beurling said: "The Jerries are probably better overall pilots than the Italians, but they certainly let the Eyeties do their fighting for them when the going got tough. When we get around to adding the final score for this show I hope somebody thinks of that". Doglio also held nine world records for altitude and speed-over-distance during the 1930s, mostly set in a Breda BA-88. Build thread HERE Edited May 9, 2012 by Peter Lloyd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fifer54 Posted May 21, 2012 Share Posted May 21, 2012 Here's my Messerschmitt Bf110C Nachtjaeger of I/NJG.3 based at Catania, Sicily in late 1941/early 1942. Build thread is here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Marshall Posted June 3, 2012 Share Posted June 3, 2012 Savoia Marchetti 79, 193a Squadriglia, 87 Groupo, Sicily 1941 Built OOB apart from the Sky Models decals, Painted with the Lifecolour Italian paint set. A Fun build all around, and definately different Build thread is available here Peter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted June 3, 2012 Share Posted June 3, 2012 1/72 Italaerei (now Italeri!), Heinkel He111 H-6. II/KG 26, 1943. Straight from the box - mostly Tamiya paints (with a bit of Vallejo and Alclad for good measure). The build thread is here. Thank you for all your support Cliff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robw_uk Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 some great builds so far... looking forward to more (and adding mine) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulR Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 Well, for what it's worth my 1/72 Sword Sea Gladiator in Malta Fighter Flight marks. Really enjoyed this build, and would recommend it to anyone. Had a few problems fitting the top wng, but considering it's the first biplane I've made for 20 years that's to be expected! Anyway, here she is . . . Thanks to the hosts for, well, hosting it! Paul 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbuna Posted June 6, 2012 Share Posted June 6, 2012 She looks good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usetherudders Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 Airfix Junkers Ju87 R2 of 239 Squadriglia 97 Gruppo. Painted in Vallejo Modelair and Humbrol. Build link here Junkers JU87R-2 Thanks for looking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robw_uk Posted June 13, 2012 Share Posted June 13, 2012 my build and finally just playing.... build thread: http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.p...topic=234915512 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackG Posted June 16, 2012 Share Posted June 16, 2012 Malta Spitfire Beurling (249 Sqn) BR128 was a VcTrop Spitfire and was likely part of the Operation Bowery delivery of May 9, 1942. The ferry codes 3-W were retained (normal practice was to remove the number with the lone letter remaining). During those hectic days, many aircraft were placed in a pool from which a scrambling squadron would pick their mounts from those that were still flyable. Canadian ace George Beurling was flying this Spitfire on July 8th 1942, scoring one Bf109 plus one damaged along with a Ju88 damaged. Of further interest, on July 22nd, friend and fellow French-Canadian Jean Paradis would be flying this same mount. He was bounced and shot down while intercepting a morning raid. On to the model: kit: Tamiya 1/48 Spitfire VbTrop AM: Airwaves resin c-wing Ultracast prop and exhausts Master machined brass cannon Finish: acrylic paints, weathering powders Build Thread regards, Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar2 Posted June 16, 2012 Share Posted June 16, 2012 HMS Kimberley Malta convoys 1941-42 and diversionary sorties. White Ensign Models 1:350 with scratchbuilt, 3D printed 20mm gun tubs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardtarget Posted June 17, 2012 Share Posted June 17, 2012 Kit: Sword Spitfire PR.IV Scale:1/72 Scheme: BP885 Flt Adrian Warburton, 69Sqd, Malta 1942. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pabbi Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 Messerschmitt Bf 110D, 3U LT, 9./Zestörergeschwader 26, Trapany 1941. In the summer of 1941 Luftwaffe had 3 units of BF 110 near Malta. I/Nagtjagdgeschwader 27, in south Italy, strength 7 BF110E-3. III/Zestörergeschwader 26, in Libya, strength 33 BF110D-3. 9./ Zestörergeschwader 26, in south Italy, strength 15 BF110D-3. Total of 55 Bf110‘s. Eduard 1/48 BF110D Eduard Wooden Airfield Tamiya German Aircraft Power Supply Unit and Luftwaffe Crew EZ Line Charcoal .003 Link to build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardtarget Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 Kit: Special Hobby 72083 Scale: 1/72 Scheme: Beaufort Mk.Ia DD959 (Q) 217Sqd, RAF Luka, Malta 1942, She was shot down by a Ju88 on the 20th June 1942. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Misterfriend Posted June 29, 2012 Share Posted June 29, 2012 (edited) So here she is. 1/72 Macchi MC.202, 378 Squadriglia based in Sicily. Italeri kit with a Small Parts resin interior, decals are a mix of the kit ones and Tauro decals. The kit is an absolute dream and would be great without any extra work. I really, really enjoyed this build and as my first GB here I had a blast. Here's to many more. Linky to the build log http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.p...topic=234920009 Edited June 30, 2012 by Misterfriend 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Lloyd Posted June 30, 2012 Share Posted June 30, 2012 (edited) Matchbox (Revell boxing) Gloster Gladiator, 'R'. Build thread here Edited June 30, 2012 by Peter Lloyd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maltadefender Posted June 30, 2012 Author Share Posted June 30, 2012 Airfix 1/48 Spitfire Mk.Vb 249 Squadron, Takali, March 1942 No extra parts added. Markings a combination of basic kit (stencils) and Xtradecal (markings). Paint Xtracolor. Mistakes my own! Build thread here 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maltadefender Posted June 30, 2012 Author Share Posted June 30, 2012 Airfix 1/48 Hurricane Mk.I - converted to PR Mk.I Wing Commander John Dowland, GC - 69 Squadron, November 1941 Standard kit. Xtracolor paint. Decals from kit with home-made serial number. EZ Line radio aerial Build thread here 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted June 30, 2012 Share Posted June 30, 2012 Spitfire Vb AB264, GN-H of 249 Sqn, Takali, March 1942 Spitfire Vc BR301, UF-S of 249 Sqn, Takali, July 1942 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadaMoe Posted June 30, 2012 Share Posted June 30, 2012 (edited) I hope I'm not late... Here's my contribution to the MALTA GB. BF109F-4 "Black 1", flown by Hauptmann Kurt Brandle, Staffelkapitan 5./JG53, Comiso/Sicily, Feb. 1942. (Ref. Osprey Bf 109 Aces of North Africa and the Mediterranean Pg.47, colour plate 42) I'd like to thank for MODs for host this GB, I had a lot of fun. It's the second model I've completed since the arrival of my two young kids - almost three years ago.) Enjoy... Thank You Moe from Canada. Edited June 30, 2012 by CanadaMoe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maltadefender Posted June 30, 2012 Author Share Posted June 30, 2012 Airfix 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf109 F2/Trop Geschwaderkommodore Günther Freiherr von Maltzhan, Stab/JG53, December 1941 Standard kit, Aeromaster decals, Xtracolor paints. Additional: Italeri Opel 'Blitz' fuel truck and Tamiya Kübelwagen with pilot figures (home-made map of Malta and Gozo) Build thread here 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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