tomprobert Posted January 20, 2019 Share Posted January 20, 2019 Just added the finishing touches to Airfix's 1/24th Hawker Typhoon MkIb this week: a project I've had on the bench for the last 6 months or so. Admittedly I've picked it up and put it down as and when I've felt like it, but regardless this kit is most definitely a long-term investment in regard to time and effort. I found it an absolute joy to build and thoroughly enjoyed every minute. Fit was exceptional but you must follow the instructions to the letter, especially where the engine and its piping is concerned, as tolerances are very tight. The only after-market was a set of Eduard seat belts - everything else was OOB. PIC 9 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 8 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 7 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 6 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 5 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 4 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 3 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 2 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 1 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr PIC 10 by Thomas Probert, on Flickr I opted for the post-war scheme so other than some tonal variation to the paint, I kept the weathering restrained. Paints were Xtracolour enamels with Humbrol flat as a top coat. Decals were from the kit and were excellent, bedding down well over the recessed/raised details without any problems. All in all, a fantastic kit - roll on the big Hellcat! Best regards, Tom coogrfan, mywifehatesmodels, Trak-Tor and 22 others 25 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dennismcc Posted January 20, 2019 Share Posted January 20, 2019 Now that's a cracker, nice one. Cheers Dennis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted January 20, 2019 Share Posted January 20, 2019 Wow, that is stunning!! Perfect finish and weathering for how you depicted her. Very inspiring indeed Cheers Anthony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeMaben Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 Lovely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robthepom Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 very cool, i really like the camo edges, very realistic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevepd Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 4 hours ago, Robthepom said: very cool, i really like the camo edges, very realistic That’s the first thing I noticed as well. Most of the ones I have seen are very weathered, so this is different. Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 Superb work, Tom! Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheetah11 Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 Very nice Tom. I like the more realistic and restrained weathering, something which seems to be out of fashion lately. Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durangokid Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 Wow! Fabulous work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 Wow, that is super nice Tom! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Ray Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 Beautiful, Tom! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolf Buddee Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 Beautiful Tiffie Thomas! Cheers, Wolf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Cross Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 Really well-done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 Gorgeous paint scheme and a really clean build. I love it, thanks for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiggTim Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 Wow, that is really nice!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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