George Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 26 minutes ago, Dpgsbody55 said: Last I heard, Airfix announced that they would not be retooling their old releases. I read that sometime around the release of the Hellcat. I think that's a great pity. The Spitfire and Messerschmitt in particular are definitely worn out. Detail is crude and badly needs updating. OR, perhaps they'll release later versions of both planes molded to the present standard. I'd be happy with that. Cheers, Michael Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 14 minutes ago, Riddo said: Thankyou for the tip, just ordered one. You are welcome! All the best, George Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 29 minutes ago, Dpgsbody55 said: Last I heard, Airfix announced that they would not be retooling their old releases. I read that sometime around the release of the Hellcat. I think that's a great pity. The Spitfire and Messerschmitt in particular are definitely worn out. Detail is crude and badly needs updating. OR, perhaps they'll release later versions of both planes molded to the present standard. I'd be happy with that. Cheers, Michael I have Airfix's 1/24 Hellcat. It is a beautiful kit-very crisp and finely molded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geedubelyer Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 On 1/4/2021 at 9:50 PM, Panzerwomble said: Hi Riddo , welcome to LSP & congrats on getting stuck in~{SNIP}~ ...........................Does the kit still come with rubber tyres ? Indeed it does. Panzerwomble 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panzerwomble Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 2 hours ago, Dpgsbody55 said: Last I heard, Airfix announced that they would not be retooling their old releases. I read that sometime around the release of the Hellcat. I think that's a great pity. The Spitfire and Messerschmitt in particular are definitely worn out. Detail is crude and badly needs updating. OR, perhaps they'll release later versions of both planes molded to the present standard. I'd be happy with that. Cheers, Michael Financially they are still trying to trade their way back to a profit as far as I know ( Telegraph recently reported lockdown was helping ) . I suspect this will put a brake on any development cash that doesn't grow the business short term . The old 1/24 Spit kit was released in 1970 ....30 years after the real spiifire was flying . The same kit is now 50 years old ...and still being retailed for £50 ,those assets aren't sweaty they are positively drenched an accountant's dream . I also suspect it's quite shrewd from a marketing perspective as well, putting stuff out in the old Roy Cross 1970's livery , direct nostalgic appeal to people in their middle ages who remember them from yesteryear, not because it's a great kit . Airfix don't even pretend to try to jazz them up with PE or other goodies because they know it won'tprobably wont appeal to the target market. Whilst they still sell and it's this or the Trumpy one , no financial impetus to re tool . What is good for me however is that they managed to get out the Hellcat in 2019 , hopefully a sign that they feel it's worth worth putting out new 1/24 , or possibly it was too far advanced a project to cancel . Dpgsbody55 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 8 hours ago, Riddo said: Thankyou for the tip, just ordered one. Hi Riddo: I have some additional suggestions. I save my kit instructions (as well as notes, color prints (copying machine) of aircraft, etc.) in a large binder with dividers by letter (A-Z). I also save my spare parts in a tool box (for nuts and screws) because we never know when we may need them in the future. When I start a new project, I inspect the kit to see if any parts are missing and will either contact the seller or the manufacturer requesting the missing part. I also skim/read the instructions to a feel for the build and wash (in soap and water) and dry the kit before I begin. This may sound like I have OCD, but it pays dividends. I prime the model (piecemeal) with gray primer spray paint (Tamiya, Gunze-Mr. Color, Airfix, etc.) for better paint adhesion. I also brush paint small parts with gray primer. You can use white primer too. If you decide to prime your aircraft and apply enamel hobby paint, I would recommend allowing at 24-36 hours (maybe more) for the enamel paint to fully dry. Also, this is important if you apply a gloss coat for decal application. I apply gloss coat spray (Tamiya, Model Master/Testors) for an even surface to apply decals. Then I apply MicroSet with a brush where I actually the decal to soften and position the decal, and then apply MicroSol by brush over the decal so the decal will conform to the model surface. After applying my decals have been applied, I apply dull coat spray. Some aircraft had a glossy surface (late war Hellcat-early war Japanese Zero A6M2) so I would review the instructions or research to see what the finish was. I don't apply clear parts until after I dull the aircraft but that is a personal choice depending on whether you used canopy masking. Again this is a personal choice. Good luck and all the best, George Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riddo Posted January 6, 2021 Author Share Posted January 6, 2021 (edited) I managed to get a bit done last night, i wont post every single picture as I don't want to bore you all. Having filled the sink marks in the propeller as advised, sanded, primed and first coat of paint upon it. I also managed to start to pimp up the engine block, having done all the filling and a base coat. A long long long way to go me thinks! Despite the UK being in a full lock down, I'm really busy with work so by the time I finish I'm struggling to get onto the build. I guess that's something you all have to struggle with for one reason or another. I finally settled on the website Postimage in the end to host the photos. Really enjoying it though and appreciate all of the friendly advice, great community here I think. The sequence of painting parts and building is also a head scratcher as well, but, I guess that comes with experience, as a kid you wasn't so fussed! Edited January 6, 2021 by Riddo MikeMaben, Greg W, Chris Wimmer and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riddo Posted January 6, 2021 Author Share Posted January 6, 2021 31 minutes ago, George said: Hi Riddo: I have some additional suggestions. I save my kit instructions (as well as notes, color prints (copying machine) of aircraft, etc.) in a large binder with dividers by letter (A-Z). I also save my spare parts in a tool box (for nuts and screws) because we never know when we may need them in the future. When I start a new project, I inspect the kit to see if any parts are missing and will either contact the seller or the manufacturer requesting the missing part. I also skim/read the instructions to a feel for the build and wash (in soap and water) and dry the kit before I begin. This may sound like I have OCD, but it pays dividends. I prime the model (piecemeal) with gray primer spray paint (Tamiya, Gunze-Mr. Color, Airfix, etc.) for better paint adhesion. I also brush paint small parts with gray primer. You can use white primer too. If you decide to prime your aircraft and apply enamel hobby paint, I would recommend allowing at 24-36 hours (maybe more) for the enamel paint to fully dry. Also, this is important if you apply a gloss coat for decal application. I apply gloss coat spray (Tamiya, Model Master/Testors) for an even surface to apply decals. Then I apply MicroSet with a brush where I actually the decal to soften and position the decal, and then apply MicroSol by brush over the decal so the decal will conform to the model surface. After applying my decals have been applied, I apply dull coat spray. Some aircraft had a glossy surface (late war Hellcat-early war Japanese Zero A6M2) so I would review the instructions or research to see what the finish was. I don't apply clear parts until after I dull the aircraft but that is a personal choice depending on whether you used canopy masking. Again this is a personal choice. Good luck and all the best, George Hi George, many thanks for that, very helpful and is appreciated. I hadn't thought of washing the parts first, but will do so before I go any further. I will also take your advice of the other areas. Take care and keep safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 5 hours ago, Riddo said: Hi George, many thanks for that, very helpful and is appreciated. I hadn't thought of washing the parts first, but will do so before I go any further. I will also take your advice of the other areas. Take care and keep safe. Hi Reddo. You are welcome! Best, George Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riddo Posted January 7, 2021 Author Share Posted January 7, 2021 22 hours ago, MARU5137 said: In MY favorites. all you want to know. https://boxartden.com/reference/gallery/index.php/Camouflage-Markings/Supermarine-Spitfire Many thanks Maru Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 On 1/5/2021 at 9:57 PM, George said: I have Airfix's 1/24 Hellcat. It is a beautiful kit-very crisp and finely molded. According to Hornby customer service, the 1/24 Spitfire Mk1a will NOT be retooled. In fact, none of the old tool 1/24 aircraft will be retooled. :-( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riddo Posted January 10, 2021 Author Share Posted January 10, 2021 (edited) I've decided on this build not to purchase the motor and engine sound upgrade, I just think that I've got so much to concentrate on and build my skill level up on, that I should leave it for my next build. I've managed to do a bit more work on the engine, filling, sanding, and refining were the kits doesn't fit well. the time I've spent so far I've really enjoyed. Washed, and undercoated. Edited January 10, 2021 by Riddo Chris Wimmer, Landrotten Highlander and Greg W 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riddo Posted January 10, 2021 Author Share Posted January 10, 2021 A little more work on the rotor Next task is to start to top coat and detail the engine. I have just put an order in with Airscale for cockpit upgrades and also a greaymatterfigures for a better seat and and control stick. MikeMaben, Landrotten Highlander and Greg W 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riddo Posted January 10, 2021 Author Share Posted January 10, 2021 Just a quick ponder....is it usual to be planning your next build and the one after that before you have even done 1/10th of your existing build? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeMaben Posted January 11, 2021 Share Posted January 11, 2021 18 hours ago, Riddo said: ...is it usual to be planning your next build and the one after that before you have even done 1/10th of your existing build? Planning for the future , always a good idea George and Riddo 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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