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I hope so Peter.

Thanks Dave. I'll check those out.

Guys I need a set of guns for this build. Quick Boost, CMK or any other manufacturer. Can someone recommend a source, preferably in the US? Thanks!!!!!!

The Whirlwind has always been one of my favorites too Dennis. I hope it turns out nice!

Thanks Carl. I'll make a note of it. The fewer headaches the better!

I may be sorry but this kit has been on the shelf too long so now I think it's time to build it. I know it has some problems but I'll try to work around them as it should make a really nice model. This is the one I have in mind. (I saw a post on FB where a group is rebuilding a REAL Whirlwind using parts from one that crashed. I think that is great and hope we will see a full size Whirlwind at some point.)

After resuming work on this kit I've AGAIN decided to put it on the SOD. At least for a while until I feel like having a high cuss factor build. LOL NOW I remember why I put it away in the first place. Not only the very poor fit but also the lack of details and accuracy. If I go on and finish it it just wouldn't be a really satisfactory model. Just too many uh oh's to contend with. I'm not saying it's never going to get built, just not any time soon. 🤪 (I MIGHT do a little on it from time to time but not as a full time build.)

I'm calling this a salvage build because I've had two partially built William's Bros. 1/72 C-46's in my closet for ages. I plan to make one model by salvaging parts from both so I hope to be able to get one fairly decent model built. I have some Caracal decals ordered so should be able to find a subject on there that is satisfactory. Stay tuned sports fans and athletic supporters!

I'm pleased that you like it Mike! Thank you.

Thank you Peter!

Thank you Peter. I'm pleased with the model since it's such a "unusual" looking a/c, etc.

Thank you Paul.

Sounds like a good mojo rejuvinator Peter. It'll be a beauty!

Thanks Scott. Unusual bird for sure. I've always liked it's looks and finally decided it was time to build the kit I'd had for YEARS. LOL

Thanks Kevin! I'm glad you like it.

Thank you Gaz. Very much appreciate the nice words.

Done with this build. https://forum.largescalemodeller.com/topic/19485-anagrand-172-martin-xb-51gilbert-xf-120-finished/

Calling this one completed. A fairly simple build with the only problem being some warpage of the forward fuselage halves. I decided to depict the Gilbert XF-120 as seen in "Toward the Unknown". I think it was a very cool looking airplane and it's too bad both prototypes were lost. Since the a/c depicted in the movie had the tail cone mod, which the kit didn't have, I had to scratch that using a couple of rocket bodies, putty and a lot of sanding/shaping. Nearly all the decals except for the "Gilbert XF-120" were from my decal stash. The "Gilbert XF-120" I made using my computer and laser printer. I used Alclad for most of the painting and some Mr. Color for the gray wing areas. I hope y'all like the results of my efforts! Let me recommend again to click on the 1st photo for best resolution and to view as a slide show.

Thanks Gaz. I agree about the warp. Now that the wings and engines are attached it's hardly noticeable. I'll be posting some RFI pics shortly.

Right now all it needs is a correct pitot tube which I will attach shortly.

Thanks!!! I've now got everything done except painting the canopy frame and attaching the gear doors. Should have it completed some time today.

Coming along well. Decaling nearly completed but still several more to apply.

Thanks Peter.

Me too Hubert. I've always liked the looks of it and watching it fly in the movie shows how maneuverable it really was. It's a shame they completely lost out to the Canberra. Sure would have been nice if they had bought a couple dozen or so.