JohnB

That's a beauty Peter just as I knew it would be. Well done!

There is a nice article in Fine Scale Modeler magazine on this a/c. He did a outstanding job on the build but I'm not real sure about a couple of things he did such as standard wing tips and the earlier Rotol prop. Maybe right, maybe wrong. https://cs.finescale.com/fsm/modeling_subjects/f/2/p/191787/2210745.aspx

Thanks Dennis for the info. It seems to be one of those situations where we can't be sure what's correct and what isn't. I've seen some of the photos you mentioned and the a/c all looked to have a dark color over all. However, the serial number isn't visible so we can't be sure about the scheme and whether or not it's the N*T Lynch flew. I think what I'll do, unless additional info comes along to the contrary, is I'll stick with the Extra Dark Sea Grey/Dark Slate and either Sky or Azure Blue undersides. No sand filter. I'm pretty sure the "Malta's 1,000" etc was just chalked on for a photo op and didn't stay there after that. Just my estimation. Again, thanks for the info! It IS a big help. John

I'm thinking this might be my next build but have questions about the camo scheme. I have a Xtradecal sheet that shows a dark blue/brown scheme which I like. I also have two Osprey books that show this a/c. One book shows the blue/brown scheme, the other shows it as overall blue. It's also shown with and without the sand filter installed. I'm leaning toward the blue/brown scheme with the sand filter on the Xtradecal sheet. What do y'all think? Blue/brown or overall blue? Thanks. 🙄

Thank you Phil. I like it too.

The smaller scale takes a lot of getting used to but I don't plan to make it my "main" scale although that was the case some years back. I look forward to your Sea Fury update.

Thank you Carl.

I've been working on the framework that holds the oil tank and other items. VERY fiddly and has a fairly high cuss-factor (at least for me.) CA cement and Zip Kicker helps keep things where they are supposed to be. But it's going to need some cleanup. 🤪

I've been tinkering with this one off and on for three or four weeks. My old eyes have a difficult time with those smaller parts but I still plan to keep on it from time to time until I get it finished. I've always liked the FM-2's and feel that a good kit was long overdue. (Would be nice to have one in 1/32.) This is the one I plan to do.

Thanks Dennis. I'm pleased you like it.

Thanks again Peter!

Thank you Peter. I'm glad you like it.

All done: https://forum.largescalemodeller.com/topic/19631-spitfire-mk-viii-rfi/

Ready for inspection. The Tamiya 1/32 Spitfires, Corsairs, etc are all a pleasure to build. This one was no exception. It went together very well and needed very little filler. I used the Quinta cockpit set and Barracuda wheels. Painted mostly with Xtracolor. Decals are a combination of one's that come with the Kagero Topcolors book on the Mk VIII, kit decals, and some from my stash. I hope y'all like it. As always please click on the first photo for best resolution and to view as a slide show. THANKS!

Thanks Dennis. Xtracolor is good modeling paint for sure. Too bad it's not available here in the US.

Finished painting the Xtracolor (GREAT paint!) so next I'll get started with the decals.

Wow! Looks interesting!

Thanks Peter.

Today's progress so far. I'll attach the engine assembly and cowlings next.

Tamiya Phil. You can't go wrong with theirs. The Revell is okay but I'm not familiar with the others.

Sounds like it's about time for another Spitfire build Phil.

A unbeatable combination!

Thank you!

Thanks!

Here's where I am today on this build. Now I'm just waiting for the Quinta cockpit set from SB to get here which should be Friday or Saturday. Get the lead out USPO.