Madmax Posted October 1, 2019 Author Share Posted October 1, 2019 Thanks very much Lothar, Gerhard, Brian, Karl, Mel and Torben! David, I trust that Nick and Greg have more than amply answered your question. Its hard to hold back on genuine enthusiasm! John, the SAAF also thought that night flying wasn't one of the Soviet strong points, but new evidence suggests otherwise. In 1985 I think it was done on instruments and mark one eyeball. Yefim Gordon suggests that the NVG development in Mi-24's was only completed in late 2000. Greg, Nick is actually our operational Puma pioneer, and it is going to be great! A Hunter will happen one day when my stash actually starts to diminish . There is a darn Facebook "model sellers" thing doing the rounds over here, and like a true addict I have been befriended by a dealer. "My friend" he said, "do you need a Hip?" I'm not even on Facebook, but the Mi-17 is on its way! Nick, you know too much... An interesting aside - the 1:32 Puma Nick is working on has raised rivets. I understand that sanding fuselage and other joins really plays havoc with these, but man does it ever improve the surface of the model. I would have loved raised detail on the Hind, and maybe our defunct postal service will eventually deliver my positive rivets in time for the Mi-17 build. Gerhard, one day someone will realise just how pretty the Alouette III really is, and make us a decent kit... Not holding my breath however. My next model, Greg, is actually an A6M2. I'm keen to see what IJN colour wars are like. Sean Cheetah11 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerhard Posted October 1, 2019 Share Posted October 1, 2019 (edited) Where are you based? I have a set of Archer raised rivets in 1/32 that I will gift to you. If you going to wait on SAPO, you will retire before it get's to you. PM me. Edit. mixed scale. Edited October 1, 2019 by Gerhard John1 and Madmax 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dany Boy Posted October 1, 2019 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Beautiful model! Madmax 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MigMan Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 What a magnificent Mil Madmax! For me, the look of those rotors and hubs are a highlight. Madmax 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazzas Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 This build rocks! Madmax 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crobinsonh Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 Fantastic build and a great reference. Madmax 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcel111 Posted October 4, 2019 Share Posted October 4, 2019 Sean, congrats on finishing your Hind! An absolutely stunning build! Enjoyed the narration also, added something very special to this WIP. Looking forward to your next one! Marcel Madmax 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madmax Posted October 8, 2019 Author Share Posted October 8, 2019 Thanks Gents! There are some more photo's over on RFI should you be interested... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lrmf777 Posted November 7, 2019 Share Posted November 7, 2019 (edited) Amazing job Sean Adding the story of the imps really gave “follower” value to an incredible model. Looking forward to your next build. 1/32 Arthur Piercy Mirage F1? Edited November 7, 2019 by lrmf777 Spelling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troy Molitor Posted November 7, 2019 Share Posted November 7, 2019 I recall seeing the Mi24 flying around Fort Rucker in the late 80’s while I was getting my Army Aviator wings. We were told not to talk about this particular aircraft. (Yes helicopters are aircraft)! So a cool beast. There was Hip flying around the Fort too. I always wonder where these helos came from? Great looking model Sean. Love the Hind. Troy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madmax Posted November 9, 2019 Author Share Posted November 9, 2019 On 11/7/2019 at 10:47 AM, lrmf777 said: Amazing job Sean Adding the story of the imps really gave “follower” value to an incredible model. Looking forward to your next build. 1/32 Arthur Piercy Mirage F1? Hello lrmf777, Is it an Emirates 777? Long range? May be well off the mark here but thought I'd try. I saw Arthur recently, and had a good chat. Unfortunately the 1:32 F1 is just a product of my imagination. Thanks for digging up this thread! On 11/7/2019 at 1:19 PM, Troy Molitor said: I recall seeing the Mi24 flying around Fort Rucker in the late 80’s while I was getting my Army Aviator wings. We were told not to talk about this particular aircraft. (Yes helicopters are aircraft)! Hey Troy, Thanks. My Dad was a helicopter pilot, and we are still at variance about the aircraft thing... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lrmf777 Posted November 13, 2019 Share Posted November 13, 2019 (edited) On 11/9/2019 at 10:34 PM, Madmax said: Hello lrmf777, Is it an Emirates 777? Long range? May be well off the mark here but thought I'd try. I saw Arthur recently, and had a good chat. Unfortunately the 1:32 F1 is just a product of my imagination. Thanks for digging up this thread! Hey Troy, Thanks. My Dad was a helicopter pilot, and we are still at variance about the aircraft thing... Hi Sean A bit further east of DXB “flying rubber dog .....” and indeed the 777. I’m hoping that the more a 1/32 F1 is mentioned, the better the chances are that someone in the know might make a kit. Here’s to hoping. Still am looking forward to the next build though, whatever master piece you make. Cheers Neil Edited November 13, 2019 by lrmf777 Content Madmax 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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