Administrators JeroenPeters Posted November 11, 2014 Administrators Posted November 11, 2014 Hi Guys, Soooo.... the first pics of the Lancaster in progress have been posted after its unveiling at Telford. We certainly couldn't believe our eyes and would have been happy with just the fuse or an engine.... Following this some discussions have started left and right by people who think things are off. Well... here's what's what. This is only a machined mock up. Not even injection moulded so not a test shot. This mock up was given to LSM. Not to check, but as a gift. But... of course we will check, post as many pics as we can (taken with a proper camera) and share all our AND YOUR findings with HK Models. This is a golden time for modeler. How often do you get this opportunity??? Neil from HK Models told us that the Lancaster will only be released when they're certain it's correct. You'll always have minor flaws or inaccuracies, but we think this might become their most accurate kit to date. Here are some iphone pics from the show. Watch this topic for more material... (yes the guns and some aerials did not survive the trip from Hong Kong Cheers Jeroen 1
Administrators James H Posted November 11, 2014 Administrators Posted November 11, 2014 Did Cees carry that on his knee on the way home? We had a great weekend and it was a proper honour to deal with HK Models. 1
Wingco57 Posted November 11, 2014 Posted November 11, 2014 Jimbo, Nope, it came with custom made suitcase. We managed to squeeze it into Jeroen's van hehe. At home I managed to find the gunbarrels so it will be complete. Have been checking the model comparing with photographs this evening. So far It's looking great. Some issues but nothing Major. If anyone has questions or observations please share them. No hunches or feelings but proper input backed With pics or drawings. We now have a chance to supply input To the manufacturer. Cees 1
GUY5Y Posted November 11, 2014 Posted November 11, 2014 Jeroen asked me to add the above,taken by me at The Canadian Heritage Warplane Museum last year. Hope they are helpful. Cheers Guy. 1
Administrators James H Posted November 11, 2014 Administrators Posted November 11, 2014 Bloody superb! Thanks for posting!
Administrators Fran Posted November 11, 2014 Administrators Posted November 11, 2014 Wow!! Very nice pics Guy5Y! I will check my books and looking forward to give my contribution! give my contribution ... give my contribution ...my give my contribution ...
GUY5Y Posted November 11, 2014 Posted November 11, 2014 An immediate difference from the kit to the photos,is the doral turret........this is not a mistake in the kit,rather the fact the Mynarski Lanc is late war Canadian production......The Canuks changed from the Baker-Finch turret to the Martin,and owing to it's heavier weight,had to move it forwards to maintain the Cof G. 2
Wingco57 Posted November 12, 2014 Posted November 12, 2014 Baker-Finch? Must be an aftermarket issue. Honestly you cannot expect a manufacturer to include this version without expensive mould doctoring. Would be great for the aftermarket guys though. They have to earn a living too. Cees 1
GUY5Y Posted November 12, 2014 Posted November 12, 2014 Cees....I was trying to point out the kit is right,the Canuk Lanc is simply a later model turret,just different. Love the look of that kit!! 2
Wingco57 Posted November 12, 2014 Posted November 12, 2014 Woef, and it isn't even a Halifax! I wonder if it is possible to convert the Lanc into a Halifax.....hmmmmmm Cees 2
Wingco57 Posted November 12, 2014 Posted November 12, 2014 Any pics showing the front and rear of the engine nacelles? Difficult to find good shots in books. Cees
One-Oh-Four Posted November 12, 2014 Posted November 12, 2014 NOW you ask? We've been running around a Lanc at Duxford last weekend! I could've made 1000 pics for you! 1
GUY5Y Posted November 13, 2014 Posted November 13, 2014 And one more........Does the Lanc have an aerial? Hmmmmmmmm 1
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted November 15, 2014 Author Administrators Posted November 15, 2014 Hi Erik, I think this is the perfect moment to post your walk around of the Lanc!! What do you think? 1
Wingco57 Posted November 15, 2014 Posted November 15, 2014 My thoughts exactly. I was looking for it the other day can't find it (and I hid earlier this year). Stupid me. cees
RalphSarc Posted November 15, 2014 Posted November 15, 2014 Wonderful pictures Guy. Thanks for posting them as I'm sure they will be a great reference to whoever builds this new Lanc!
Miracle Paint Masks Posted December 4, 2014 Posted December 4, 2014 What do you guys think about a mask set for this huge beast? It will be huge! the markings aren't so much of a problem, although the upper wing roundels will be around 4"!! I'm thinking more about the camo, would you want to see that in a set, or maybe in this case, separately ?
Wingco57 Posted December 5, 2014 Posted December 5, 2014 I am all for it, it's so large. And an ideal candidate for masks. Cees
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