geedubelyer Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 (edited) Hello all, I've just been reading a thread on Britmodeller suggesting that the Revell Hawk is available at Argos for £18.99. Thought there might be one or two who'd like to know. Cheers, Edited January 29, 2011 by geedubelyer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 Thanks for the update GD. I wonder when it'll hit our southern shores, and for how much? Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kagemusha Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 Cheers for the heads up, just got the only one locally, with another on it's way to pick up sometime Monday to Wednesday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollieholmes Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Ive just reserved one and orderd two of the Xtradecal sheets. Wingnut Wings goodies on hold, Hawk on the bench. And yes i promise a WIP thead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilB Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Twenty quid a pop eh! I have 2 on pre-order from my LHS. For that price I could buy around 7 for the price of a Tamiya big jet with some am goodies. Best I get some decals, already got lots of nice black paint! Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotsman Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 I can fonfirm that Argos here in the Uk are stocking the Hawk kits , I picked one up yesterday afternoon , Like the Arado 196 I piccked up this week , its a perfect example of what Revell does best , and acccurate well moulded basic kit for a price that makes Trumpter prices look very silly.. If you get a chance to pick one up get it , there will be a wealth of extras for this one , i'm certain .. nice one Revell .. Seriously .. a beautiful kit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geedubelyer Posted January 29, 2011 Author Share Posted January 29, 2011 Here are a few sprue shots. They are a trifle "sudden" so appropriate eye wear is recommended Notice that there is no interior structure shown in the cockpit area of the fuselage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geedubelyer Posted January 29, 2011 Author Share Posted January 29, 2011 (edited) Revell must be commended for the delicacy and finesse of their moldings on this kit. I applaud the restrained use of rivets on the airframe these being used only on opening panels rather than along every panel line. The outer surface of each part has a silky sheen to it rather than a polished shine which ought to help any paint key to the surface. There is a tiny amount of flash present here and there but it will be easy to remove. There are also one or two ejector pin marks inside wheel bays or gear doors etc. Irritating but easy to overcome with patience. They are all in difficult to see places when the jet is on it's wheels anyway. I've noticed a couple of very small sink marks which will probably require a dab of filler but nothing to write home about. First impressions are hugely favourable. This kit has brought a big smile to my face and I can't wait to get stuck in (although I will force myself to be patient!) The following shots show things in a little more detail. Evidence that other versions are on the cards.... Subtle raised rivet detail inside the airbrake well and gear doors. The seats look to be nicely worked with plenty of detail. All in all this is a neat kit. Congrats Revell, you should be on to a winner Edited January 29, 2011 by geedubelyer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_K2 Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Me want one,... UGH. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Ron Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Yikes! red on pink and it's not even Valentine's Day yet! Looks like a nice kit though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royboy Posted January 30, 2011 Share Posted January 30, 2011 My tongue truly hangeth out!! Well done Revell, and thanks for tooling such a wonderful subject in our scale. Revell truly rocks!!! Roy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perry Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 Reserved mine on Friday, picked it up on Saturday morning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kagemusha Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 Postie just delivered Xtradecals sheets for the early Hawks and stencils, both superb, and have got notification from Argos that my second Hawk is ready to pick up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilB Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 Postie just delivered Xtradecals sheets for the early Hawks and stencils, both superb, and have got notification from Argos that my second Hawk is ready to pick up. Shweet! Anybody have any idea when the sensibly (grey) coloured version is going to be available? Gotta save money on primer! I see Graham at relish models will be doing the red one for £17.49. Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kagemusha Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 Anybody have any idea when the sensibly (grey) coloured version is going to be available? I heard it was going to be at least five years... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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