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Post by robbo on May 17, 2023 15:01:48 GMT -5
Thanks Andrew
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Post by buddho on May 17, 2023 21:31:25 GMT -5
Awesome progress!🤓
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Post by robbo on May 18, 2023 8:14:53 GMT -5
Thanks mate
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Post by robbo on May 19, 2023 10:01:31 GMT -5
The Spit has got it's tail fin end done and started on the wings, there are a lot of pages of the wing construction so you'll have to bear with me  |
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Post by robbo on May 19, 2023 10:03:42 GMT -5
Someone asked me what the wing span was on this. As you can see one cutting mat it is measuring nearly 17 inches and it's still got to have the wing tip added
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Post by stikpusher on May 19, 2023 10:47:09 GMT -5
Someone asked me what the wing span was on this. As you can see one cutting mat it is measuring nearly 17 inches and it's still got to have the wing tip added Well, 1/24 is twice the size of 1/48.🤔 So, in theory, take two 1/48 Spitfires wingtip to wingtip to get span, and nose to tail to get length… easy enough 😉 |
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Post by tcoat on May 19, 2023 10:49:25 GMT -5
Someone asked me what the wing span was on this. As you can see one cutting mat it is measuring nearly 17 inches and it's still got to have the wing tip added Well, 1/24 is twice the size of 1/48.🤔 So, in theory, take two 1/48 Spitfires wingtip to wingtip to get span, and nose to tail to get length… easy enough 😉 What happens if I put 24 of them in a line? |
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Post by stikpusher on May 19, 2023 11:35:59 GMT -5
Well, 1/24 is twice the size of 1/48.🤔 So, in theory, take two 1/48 Spitfires wingtip to wingtip to get span, and nose to tail to get length… easy enough 😉 What happens if I put 24 of them in a line? You need to go shopping for a different aircraft model type...  |
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Post by 406 Silverado on May 19, 2023 11:55:09 GMT -5
Man....this is going to be intense.
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Post by ogrejohn on May 20, 2023 11:05:30 GMT -5
Lotta nice work Ian, keep going!
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Post by robbo on May 21, 2023 5:11:10 GMT -5
Glad you like it so far, there is tonnes of work to go into these wings
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Post by robbo on May 22, 2023 9:48:43 GMT -5
Right hopefully that is the weird bit over with, now walk away until dry There is tonnes to go in the wings and then it's all got to be painted as a lot of it will be on show  |
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Post by adt70hk on May 22, 2023 11:55:47 GMT -5
Coming on very nicely!
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Post by garydavis-Rest In Peace on May 22, 2023 12:33:32 GMT -5
That's really looking good.
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Post by robbo on May 23, 2023 9:01:17 GMT -5
Cheers fellas Right inside the wings is complete the top has been placed just so you can see where it needs painting Got camera problems, my flash wont work  I'll try it tonight when it is dark   |
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Post by robbo on May 27, 2023 5:53:45 GMT -5
OK fellas that took a bit longer than expected as it was, paint a bit leave it to dry, paint a bit leave it to dry and so on Anyway got the weapons in place and added the wing to the fuselage, now you get an idea of the size of this build, still got the engine to go on the front end  |
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Post by Steve Zuleski on May 27, 2023 7:07:08 GMT -5
You run a very meticulously clean operation, Robbo, very professional. Spot on, Sir!
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Post by robbo on May 27, 2023 7:50:04 GMT -5
Much appreciate Steve
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Post by 406 Silverado on May 27, 2023 8:06:19 GMT -5
This is looking GREAT Ian!! There's a TON of sparing and details in those wings. A LOT more than what was in my 1/24 Trumpeter 109. WOW!!
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Post by robbo on May 27, 2023 9:26:52 GMT -5
It is a lovely kit isn't it
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Post by 406 Silverado on May 27, 2023 9:30:53 GMT -5
It is a lovely kit isn't it It really is Ian. |
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Post by adt70hk on May 27, 2023 10:14:25 GMT -5
Coming on beautifully. Very well done indeed so far.
The thought of attempting something this big would scare the *&%&*%)£" out of me!
Well done.
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Post by moparmadness on May 29, 2023 9:43:38 GMT -5
Overall fit and finish looks good. I’ve heard this kit is pretty well engineered. Much like their Typhoon. Any major issues stand out thus far? I’m crossing my fingers and toes in hopes they will release a 1/24 Fw190!
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Post by dupes on May 29, 2023 9:54:18 GMT -5
That's some great work, Robbo! I'm at the point in my build where I'm trying to figure out how many of the bits you'll actually see...and if I have to include them all if you don't.
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Post by robbo on May 29, 2023 10:46:49 GMT -5
Thanks fellas
No major issues in fact, no minor issues either, this is going together really well
Dupes, are you building one too? If it has a chance of being seen I'm going to show it off as best as I can
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Post by handiabled on May 30, 2023 7:02:47 GMT -5
Looks great so far. It must be hard to decide the point of which to stop adding detail in a kit this scale. My head would explode.....
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Post by Mence on May 30, 2023 11:45:56 GMT -5
What a beauty.
Looks like a total pleasure to build, sorely tempted.
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Post by Medicman71 on May 30, 2023 14:34:59 GMT -5
It's an awesome looking kit and you're doing a great job with it.
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Post by deafpanzer on May 30, 2023 19:11:44 GMT -5
Hey Robbo! I am so glad I didn't miss your 'BIG' party! I really love those Spitfires now because I built a 1/48 Spitfire recently as part of my local club group build recently and it made me realize how sexy those Spits can be! LOL I look forward to see more of this... you definitely have my attention!
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Post by robbo on May 31, 2023 7:25:51 GMT -5
Hey thank you very much for following, you are all such great modellers
This Airfix 1/24 kit is the best Airfix have done so far but the Kotare 1/32 is supposed to be the holy grail of spitfires for about the same price
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I'll try it tonight when it is dark
