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Thanks Phil, the canopy is made up of five parts, the two side pieces have a slight curve on them for some reason when they should be straight. Other modellers have cut the canopy to remedy this, but that is outside of my skillset atm. Also when building the cockpit the instructions tell you to glue the top frame in place. This is where the wings fix onto, so it would be better not to glue until the cockpit side pieces are in place. There is a lot of aligning to do. This was the Eduard limited edition, hence the PE. All in all an enjoyable kit. Thanks everyone for comments. Cheers Kev

I have just completed this as part of a Battle of Britain 80 years group build. It depicts an aircraft from 26 Sqn based at Gatwick in 1940. I have chose to portray it in the SAR role. They patrolled the English channel looking for downed pilots, then dropped a life raft and smoke to mark their position. I found the kit very challenging especially the canopy. There is a lot of PE included in the kit as standard and that was a whole new experience, especially a snot much is in evidence on the finished build. I remind myself it is a process, my airbrushing is improving, still a bit worried about weathering so left it alone apart from the two carriers. I need to work out how and when to use varnishes as well. But overall I thoroughly enjoyed the build and to me thats what its all about. Cheers Kev

My boys just bought me these for my recent birthday, for my 1/24 Mosquito. Will still be a while before I start it but can't harm collecting bits for it eh? Cheers Kev

Looks very nice Phil, cracking job! Cheers Kev

What a fantastic setup Hubert! What's going to be the first model to hit the mat? Cheers Kev

Fantastic work, very realistic dioramas and excellent choice of subject matter and presentation! Awestruck!!

Thanks James, I did not recognise your name, apologies. Donation made. Cheers Kev

Hi Guys, I have been away and just logged in for the first time in a while today. I noticed a box asking for donations to help run the forum on the right hand side of my screen, but can find no chat about it on the site, is it legit? Am happy to make a donation. Cheers Kev

Well after what seems a very long wait, this kit looks like it will be in stores soon. £125 is a lot of money though, into 1/24 Hellcat territory there. https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/IT2513?result-token=6YM6j&fbclid=IwAR36gCrQ8NJnOr_sLp1x2G4_MjFpwozn9UfQY6dhnT3ANLDLOjI5g0yTU-M Cheers Kev

I have been cracking on with the SAS vehicles, both Tamiya. Very enjoyable builds. Still quite a bit to do before I can get on with the weathering though. Cheers Kev

Fantastic job!!

Hi Alan, this is a great forum with lots of inspiring builds and a really chilled atmosphere. Cheers Kev

My Revell Lynx has stalled for now, to reignite my mojo I am going to build these I have got everything washed and primed so good to go. I also have a few after market goodies on the way. Debating with the jeep as to Africa or European theatre. Cheers Kev

This is just a whole new level of detail! Fantastic efforts! Cheers Kev

I was going to say A6, good choice :-) cheers Kev

This is my next attempt. Revell 1/32 Westland Lynx Mk.8 The soundproof blanket detail on the kit was very one dimensional so I made my own from some lightwieght air dry clay used vechicle repair mesh to get the pattern and tamyia tape. I am well pleased with the result and it should look well, painted. The interior floor of the rear cabin is plywood with none slip effect. here I have used a very fine grain sand on PVA and painted. Again as it comes together hopefully will look the part. Cheers Kev

Wow fantastic finish! Very impressive! Cheers Kev

Looking forward to this build Ernie!

Hope this helps https://www.scalemates.com/search.php?fkSECTION%5B%5D=All&q=airbus+a330* Cheers Kev

Look after yourself Dale, look forward to your return, when you are ready. Cheers Kev

Fantastic work area Harv. that system looks the business! Cheers Kev

In this video flow retarder and flow improver are mixed with Alcohol and water for a homebrew thinner. I have got the ingredients, hope to try this weekend. Cheers Kev

Very nice work! Cheers Kev

Can't believe i've just seen this Phil, fantastic weathering mate, love the chipping, very well done and very realistic. Cheers Kev

I could be tempted by a Devon! Cheers Kev