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Vought F4U “Corsair” Volume 1 Monograph #52 Tomasz Szlagor / Leszek A. Wieliczko Kagero Books (3052) Available from Kagero for €19,07 This is volume 1 so one or more volumes are on the cards, which is a good thing. The Corsair had a very long service life and was constantly being improved. Although there are only 96 pages, they are filled to the brim with information. There are three chapters with a Bibliography section and appendices. The whole book is very well researched without getting too deep into details. Timing is very good with the recent availability of the early Tamiya Corsair. What's in the book? The origin and development Obviously this deals with the design and development of the Corsair. The text deals with the conception and subsequent testing for service. Although the technical side is very well written it is not too technical. Good photographs showing the various versions and experimental types. The various users of the Corsair do get a mention as well as the difficulties with the Brewster license production. The reviewer never heard the name "Brewster Battler" but that is what Brewster apparently suggested. A two-seat version suggested by Vought is also included. The text also mentions that the Corsair was tested against contemporary US fighters but no reports are given unfortunately. Camouflage and markings Very useful section but dealing only with US Navy service during the period 1942-1945. good text reference to FS-numbers and heights mentioned of lettering and numbers. Also is mentioned whether a color was glossy or matt from the factory. Frontline service The majority of the book is reserved for frontline information in the Solomons and Rabaul theatre of operations from February 1943 to March 1944. The text reads nicely and you get a good idea about what it was like in the Corsair Squadrons. Combat reports give a good feel about the day to day operations. The famous “Black Sheep” Squadron led by Gregory Boyington is very well represented including a combat report of him being shot down in combat. Appendices Here is a summary of technical details about the Corsair such as performance, production statistics and engine specifications. Art work The last 8 pages are reserved for some great artwork of US Navy Corsairs. Pity that the British FAA and RNZAF Corsairs aren’t included. Pros Very readable text Good quality black & white photographs Federal Standard paint numbers Cons No FAA or RNZAF artwork No scale drawings Conclusion A very useful reference book for modellers and those interested in this great aircraft. This volume 1 gives a very good insight into the conception and development of the early Corsair version and the service history. The lack of scale drawings is a bit of a disappointment as these series usually have them included. Maybe we'll see them in Volume 2! Recommended Our sincere thanks to Kagero Publishing for the review sample. To purchase directly, click HERE. Cees Broere and Jeroen Peters

Hi Benjamin, I has a description of the materials and locations and it is also shown in photographs. I does not feature the materials in special drawings however. Regards, Jeroen

Insane!!! Ouch! You just crossed the line from amazing to 'out of this world'.... A whole new level... Respect.

Adding the control linkages. Also included in the Eduard set. I drilled the side walls through an through and added copper rods. Also included in the Eduard set is the open/close lock mechanism. Not added this yet, but I can't believe how complete this set it. You can see the linkage arms next to the seat in this pic: This pic shows the effect on the fuel tanks I'm after. Rough texture and a little bit brownish.

Thnx Grant! And since an empty shackle is just an empty shackle in the end:

Wow! I've seen and held the Halifax fuse at Cees' place a few times. Amazing stuff. Can't believe the speed you maintain though! And quality. wow...

That's it? That's the reason you were 'unavailable' ALL day? Geeez...

Sure! I love to snip the parts from the frames even before I have the kit in.

Wise choice James! So.... anyone else trying to choose a scheme I have dibs on? Hm?? Now start swirling on that cowling! Swiiiiirl! Swiiiiiiiirrll!

James... I'm afraid your Komet will be too little, too late.... Sorry.

Oh wow. Quite amazing. Best Pfalz I've seen in our glorious scale....

Thnx Mike! Here's what i did with the pit today. Not finished yet. Needs some wiring (yellow) and trim wheels, etc.. But I'm liking the sheen on it.

Thnx guys! Following in Jim's foot steps as I go along. Using MDC's Duralumin stams: http://www.modeldesignconstruction.co.uk/mall/productpage.cfm/ModelDesignConstruction/_D32009/52182

Wow! Impressive set of wheels you've got there!! Nice weathering too. Not overdone. Just right. I love that peek inside the cabin. Thnx for posting this. Cheers, Jeroen

Nice work! That's a cool subject. Looks menacing!

Ok! I'll give it a go. The IMDB reviews weren't that good, but if you say so!

Thnx guys! @ George: I'm not always a fan of Eduard's pre colored stuff, but for IP's I think it can work. I give them a matt finish and use Micro clear for the dials. Presto. I am opening more hatches in the hull. Pretty fun work. Making the hole to exactly match the PE flange. And I'm prepping the pit for painting. Adding liquid mask to the windows. Today the MK108 shackles I ordered came in. One for James, one for me. Should look great on the wooden base. Cheers!

oh yeah... your's is nice too..

Wow Erik! Great start! Love the work you've done so far! (I like to be ahead of things)

6 weeks??!!! Damn.... it takes me 6 weeks just to open the box... This should be good! Great start by the way.

That profile is already taken! I'm doing that one!

Way to go Harv!!! We will all make a toast with a Chateau Migraine when you're finished!! Lookin good.

Too late! I saw it! Now I want it... Super review with crisp photo's. Nice one..

Why thank you! It's great to hear you feel at home over here, since that's exactly what we aim for! Enjoy, and again: Thank you!

Welcome everyone! We're all a bit 'nuts' here!