Peterpools

Thanks Harv .. it's back for sure. Keep 'em comin Peter

Hi Guys Did I miss something as there are new features and a new look to the forum .. like it. Keep 'em comin Peter

Harv Pics and update tomorrow - I'm in love. 💘 Keep 'em comin Peter

Harv I weak, just no will power and I started Tamiya's F4B - OMG it's brilliant and the fit: heaven for sure. I've taken a break for dinner and plan on putting in a few more hours tonight. Just lov'in it. Keep 'em comin Peter

Carl Nice buys for sure and the F4EJ has some spectacular scheme - enjoy them, . I have a number of ZM's Phantoms with the F4J under way and just about ready for priming. I've had it on hold while I aggravated myself with the P-39 and wanted to also wait for the Tamiya F4 so I could compare them as I finish the ZM kit and build the Tamiya kit. Just can never have enough Phantoms. Keep 'em comin Peter

YES, I HAVE NO WILLPOWER It's no secret I love Phantoms and Tomcat and have been waiting for this kit since the first rumors hit the web. I've watched all the pre release reviews and now as well as few "what's in the Box" and "test fit" reviews and from what I've watched: this is the Phantom kit in any scale. Prior to the the Tamiya kit, and in my opinion Hasagawa was the early leader at the front, then ZM Phantoms, both of which had the usual fit issues and some unique to themselves. But it seems Tamiya engineering has solved 99% of those issues and with their last few 48th scale releases, the F-14 and the P-38, the bar has been pushed to new heights. No, this is not a review of the kit but is going to be my next build along with finishing the ZM F-4J which is almost ready for priming. I know so many say Tamiya kits are shake and bake and who cares, I love it. For me the enjoyment is the build and painting and not struggling with fixing all the issues some kits have. What's so wrong with actually buying a kit and expecting it to be built and fit without jumping through hoops? Darn if I know. I've build my share of Tamiya 32nd scale kits: Mustangs, Spitfires, Corsair and my all time favorite 32nd scale kit; the Mossie. The Mossie proves my point: Loads of parts and unreal detail - no fit issues and the instructions were easy to follow. I've gone through the box and needed some oxygen to get my breath back. I've read through the instructions and we're not starting with the front office, as I'll be following the build as per the kit's instructions. OMG, the color fold outs are in 48th scale and each side of the two pages are gorgeous four view drawings for each of the three color schemes the kit offers: VF-51 'Screaming Eagles' CAG Bird May 6, 1972 USS Coral Sea VF-111 'Sundowners' Commanders Aircraft 1972 Miramar VF-161 'Chargers' CAG Bird May 1972 USS Midway Full stencil data and markings Just wish there were seat belts included other then decals. I have a pair of Wolfpack MK 5 ejection seats and most likely will use them. In reality I need to finish the P-39 first then move on to the F4's.. I know I'm weak Keep "em comin Peter

Brad Gorgeous P-39 .. well done, so very well done. I've been struggling with the KH kit and if it comes out half as good as your Eduard kit, I'll be a happy camper. Keep 'em comin Peter

Just arrived this morning and no question I'll be taking a break from the P-39 and let the F4 help build up my model mojo again. No question, the KH P-39 has been and is a mojo killer. I have my ZM F-4J ready almost ready for primer and doing both F4's would be a treat for sure. Keep 'em comin Peter

Very nice work on the Mig .. Keep 'em comin Peter

Kev Very nice work Keep 'em comin Peter

Rich Unreal scratch building, even tire tread. Sitting in the front row along with all the guys Keep 'em comin Peter

No problem - ready and waiting fr your next update Keep 'em comin Peter

Kev Nice progress and glad you found those pesky, lurking seams. Close or open canopy - how about half way? Keep 'em comin Peter

Frank Awesome work on doing the slats the right way - they look awesome Keep 'em comin Peter

Mark Precision work and looking so good. Keep 'em comin Peter

Nick Weathering and chipping on the wing walks look spot on the money Keep 'em comin Peter

Kai I can only imagine the time needed to makes out the triangles but they do look mighty good Keep 'em comin Peter

Mike Right with Harv - killer work Keep 'em comin Peter

Gaz Nice work on the front office, looks so good and the fit seems flawless. It is a shame that for what kits cost, so much AM is needed to either correct errors or bring up the level of detail. Even buying Quinta Sets adds a cool $25 to the front office on the average. Keep 'em comin Peter

Rob Absolute;y and incredible finish .. gorgeous work. I suspect you're right concerning the thickness of the decal stripes and in the pics, they look superb as well. Keep 'em comin Peter

Hubert thank you for posting the info. Interesting release for sure. maybe it's the beginning of a new line of kits. Keep 'em comin Peter

Phil Glad to help Keep 'em photogrtaphing Peter

Phil Have no fears - just tell me what settings you were using and we'll correct the exposure problems. If it's low light, we need to increase the ISO and decrease the shutter speed. Are you using a tripod or hand holding - makes a difference. Keep 'em photographing Peter

Nick Chipping looks so realistic - way to go Keep ‘em comin Peter

Ron Terrific work on the plumbing - looking mighty good Keep ‘em coming Peter