Clunkmeister

Carl, one of the things that’ll help people decide is that the Wingnut kit IS a WW2 era Lanc kit, whereas the HKM kit is more a Mk.X with postwar upgrades. A closer look at the Wingnut kit is needed. Someone here really needs to build one.

Just a quick look at the LHS showed me a type of ZM style wing construction as well. I didn’t have long to look, as it was for sale and I wasn’t buying that one, but assuming it’s WNW quality, it should assemble well. But on the other hand, never ever discount the ChiComs ability to screw up a perfectly promising model kit. HobbyBoss B-24 and A-26, anyone? That A-26 is a disgrace

Yeah, I’m not knocking the kit whatsoever. From what I saw, it’s probably the finest model aircraft ever offered for sale. And yes, many Lancs really had that stressed skin look to them (not oilcanning). But not all did, or at least, it was minimal. If I had posted this opinion elsewhere, I may have received much hate, but my opinion is an honest one from my point of view. If you have the funds to acquire one and will only build one in your entire life, this is most likely your kit. But if your funds are limited, or you will be building multiples of the Lanc, the HKM kit takes a backseat to nobody. It’s a VERY good kit as well. Plus, if you want to build a postwar Mk.X, the HKM kit will need minimal changes.

Yes it looks truly trashy and beat up. Truly a beautiful work. Let’s wrap them up, and onward and upward. 😎

I just had a chance to look this kit over, and what a kit! It’s amazing in every way and nay very well be the ultimate model of all time. HOWEVER Being that it’s easily twice the twice the model of the HK Lanc, is it twice the model? In my estimation, NO, it is NOT. It is a much more detailed model with the Wingnut bunch having done their homework, and it has a staggering amount of amazing detail, including the patchwork effect sometimes seen on stressed skin aircraft, (NOT oilcanning) but to me, the HKM Lanc is every bit as worthy a model. Yes,the HKM kit has a couple issues, mostly cockpit related, of which fixes are easily obtained or scratched, and yes, the HKM kit is modeled on a Canadian Mk.X that saw postwar service, (metal elevators and different chin scoops), but dollar for dollar I’d say the HKM Kit more than holds its own here. YMMV, but I’ve built the HKM kit and throughly enjoyed it, and I’ll build the new offering as well. But all that amazing detail will be hidden inside a fuselage, and that negates much of the attraction. Think about it: 300-350 dollars plus, say an extra 100 for seat, Airscale panel and Barracuda wheels, compared to the best part of $700 USD to your door. And I’m POSITIVE the Border kit will need some AM here and there. To me, that’s an easy decision. PS: one other thing. Border has included all types of options for this kit. Including a couple very well documented Aircraft: “Phantom of The Ruhr”, a Lanc B Mk. lll of 500 Sqn, circa 1944 ”Victorious Virgin” a late war Mk. X of 424 Sqn RCAF, and G for George, a Mk. lll in 1944. All well known Lancs with TONS of reference material available everywhere. Victorious Virgin, for example, used H2S radar. The cross section shows mo such radar on her. Matter of fact, no cross sectionals sho H2S installed, although it would have been easy enough to do. My question is, Is this a sign of us once again being forced to accept poor Chinese research into markings and equipment? I’m not going to say as much yet, but for 700 dollars, I’d sure appreciate a bit better research on markings. I have no doubt Border had to do plenty of work to finish the molds, but that’s life.

John’s model factory, no doubt.. does awesome work, too.

This is easily the most amazing build I have ever seen. Anywhere. Anyplace. Period. This Ukrainian gentleman has been working on this model since 2018, and the build thread is worth a complete read through, without missing a bit. I am truly flabbergasted https://modelshipworld.com/topic/19333-cruiser-varyag-1901-by-valeriy-v-scale-175/

Woah!

I’m non tech. I just texted Jeroen. I tried on my Apple ipad tablet. Hit add files and selected from my picture library. Posted no problem. As for drag and drop, I’ve never done that, do I dunno. Just for kicks, if you have a tablet or iPhone, try doing it in your area from your picture library.

Hotter than a 2 dollar pistol, but yep, turned out well. I did have the Meteor boil over right at the end of the parade. I only keep an 8lb pressure cap on the radiator because I’d rather have it release than overpressure the old engine. We got us a rather impressive cloud of steam out both sides of the hood.🤣. An unplanned stop, but these old cars don’t do well idling around for half an hour in 107 degree heat. They like to run and have air moving through the radiator. My 4yr old niece screamed when the release valve went. 🤣

That Mack fire truck was pretty cool, although I can’t fathom driving and staring up a bulldog’s arse all day long.

We took part in the Treason Day parade this year and here are a few pics from us and some friends. Just an old time small town deep in the Heart of Texas. Actual real family values on display, was like going back in time

Saw this today. OooooohIm in Looooooove! I once had a 47 Chief just like that, but more of a beater than a real show bike it ran well, but was missing a few key components, one being the chrome shield over the rear cylinder spark plug. This bike has it. Mine didn’t. You haven’t experienced surprise/shock/pain/agony until you’re all loose, enjoying a relaxing ride, and you right inner thigh comes in contact with an unshielded spark plug lead. Trust me when I say that it’s sudden, unexpected white hot agony about a foot south of your junk, in one of the most tender areas of the human body.

Got the old Meteor out for the first time this year. Was a nice ride, got her detailed up and she’s all ready for the 4th of July parade.

Agreed Carl. When I’m ready for a modeling challenge like none before, I’m gonna try Iain’s trick. But I’ll also understand that I may lose the build over it if I fubar the thing.

Carl, I’ve been following this here and there and I like it, a lot. I can’t get past that wing/fuselage joint, and like Hubert said, the Atlantic pattern camo sure accentuates it. But, if ya want an RCAF North Atlantic patrol bomber, this is the only scheme they came in, so onward and upward. I’ve been watching Iain’s fix on his, and I may attempt something similar, sort of following his lead. This is the #1 reason I haven’t built one yet, since I’ve been paying close attention to his struggles. But yours is looking oh so flawless so far, and what a recovery from that extra interior space problem you gave the bomb aimer… 🤣

Please do. You’re here all the time, and pretty much anything goes, so BUILD ON!

I REALLY gotta get out more. 🤣

Mark, I JUST stumbled on to this thread and I’m in the process of picking my jaw up off the floor. This is easily one of the most superb builds I’ve ever seen. I’m decidedly NOT a model car builder, so I don’t appreciate what goes into these, but ai will admit to being glued to this thread now. Un-bloody-believable! Ill also say that I’ve looked at the Model Factory Hiro website and have been looking very closely at their Brough Superior motorcycle kit. But it’s I sanely expensive! Yikes! But, save for the Vincent Black Shadow/Lightning, it’s easily my favorite motorcycle of all time. Looks like they’ve got a nice 48 PANHEAD as well, but by the time it arrives here, it’d be knocking on a THOUSAND dollars! Still cheaper than a real one, I guess…🤣

I must be blind, because I can’t find your build thread. 😵‍💫

Kevin, MiniArt IS a Ukrainian Company so you’re welcome to have it in the GB if you wish. If so I can move it over for you.

I’m sure I have by FAR the worst photos on all of LSM. Mine are always cluttered and just simple snapshots. Unlike Peter, I have less than absolute ZERO interest in photography. As in a big, black hole. I will wait for a cloudy day for outside photos. The LSM direct upload for pictures really, really helps me. I play a bit on my phone with the crop function and the various light balances, and often can make them a bit better. Then just load them on the post and poof! Done The good thing about living in Texas or Biloxi is that helicopter rotors will droop much more realistically here. 😃

You’re down in the right part of the Country to have a bunch of Canadian French relatives. They’re all around down that way. Looking forward to this build, Kevin. Is this a Cierva design autogiro?

Lots and lots of internal structure can be left off of this build. Gonna be interesting. I fought the wingfold join a bit, but not horribly.

Awesomeness! John, can I put this on our LSM FB Page?