EmperorKai Posted January 1, 2019 Share Posted January 1, 2019 F/O Albert Medcalf’s Spitfire Mk.I (L1016 DW-Q), 610 Squadron 610 squadron began operations over the Belgium area in early May 1940, and by the 27th were supporting the Dunkirk evacuations when they encountered an He-111. While the the bomber was dispatched, 610 squadron in turn found themselves in combat with some 40 Me-110’s. Three of the Messerschmitt’s were accounted for, however 610 lost two of their own- Sergeant William Medway and FO Albert Medcalf. By the time operation Dynamo was concluded, half of the original members of 610 squadron would killed, missing or wounded. This is the old-tool Revell kit that was originally released in 1969. To improve some of the details, a donor Hasegawa kit was raided for: cockpit carburator scoop propeller canopy and windshield landing gear doors Aftermarket used includes: Quickboost exhaust Brassin landing gear CMK/Quickboost seat True Details wheels EZ-Line for antenna wires Eagle Edition decals Scratchbuilding and corrections were needed to address many of the kits shortcomings: landing gear bays gun ports radiator and oil cooler minor interior and exterior details fit issues at cowl panels and control surfaces Build time was about 2 months. Colors are generally Vallejo (which went on very nicely) along with some Tamiya and Model Master enamel. Mig Dark wash, oils, pigments and pastels were also used during the finishing process. The work-in-progress build thread can be found here. I enjoyed the build and am pleased with the outcome. Thanks to all those that followed along and for the helpful input and encouragement. I hope you enjoy and Happy New Year! Kai 13 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harv Posted January 1, 2019 Share Posted January 1, 2019 Lovely build my friend! You did a great job on her.....harv 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmperorKai Posted January 1, 2019 Author Share Posted January 1, 2019 Thanks Harv! Thanks a million for watching over my build Kai 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martinnfb Posted January 1, 2019 Share Posted January 1, 2019 Masterpiece , considering the amount of work invested into this build and the related challenges, the final result is absolutely fantastic. Bravo ! Cheers M. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncarina Posted January 1, 2019 Share Posted January 1, 2019 Kai, Amazing work on this kit and a stellar result! Cheers, Tom 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmperorKai Posted January 2, 2019 Author Share Posted January 2, 2019 23 hours ago, Martinnfb said: Masterpiece , considering the amount of work invested into this build and the related challenges, the final result is absolutely fantastic. Bravo ! Cheers M. Thanks Martin! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmperorKai Posted January 2, 2019 Author Share Posted January 2, 2019 9 hours ago, Uncarina said: Kai, Amazing work on this kit and a stellar result! Cheers, Tom Thanks Tom! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzaS Posted January 2, 2019 Share Posted January 2, 2019 Excellent Job, Kai! A very attractive result to be certain! Gaz 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingco57 Posted January 2, 2019 Share Posted January 2, 2019 Another example that proves that the older models are still a viable option to build great models and learn new skills. Well done! Cees 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckeye82 Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 Well done. Love your weathering, especially on the engine exhaust. Mike 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drifter Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 Another classic. Brilliant. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Mikester Posted January 18, 2019 Members Share Posted January 18, 2019 Outstanding! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmperorKai Posted February 4, 2019 Author Share Posted February 4, 2019 Thanks friends for the kind words. I’ve been travelling with little acess to internet lately, so please excuse the blanket reply. Looking forward to returning home in the few weeks and to building some more Kai 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Clunkmeister Posted February 5, 2019 Administrators Share Posted February 5, 2019 Brilliant build, Kai! Outstanding in every respect, and it's nice to see that with the correct skill and updates, that old Revell kit can still show show us how a Spitfire's supposed to look. The early Mk.ls up to the Mk.V are still my favorite Spitfire, by far! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted February 5, 2019 Administrators Share Posted February 5, 2019 Loving this! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocRob Posted February 5, 2019 Share Posted February 5, 2019 Nice build, great painting, love the result with al the stunning details. The big lettering gives her something special. Cheers Rob 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeg Posted February 6, 2019 Share Posted February 6, 2019 Having the old Revell kit in mind, this is a most astonishing and excellent result! Congrats! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolboxx Posted February 13, 2019 Share Posted February 13, 2019 Great neat finish, really looks the part well done. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmperorKai Posted February 16, 2019 Author Share Posted February 16, 2019 Thanks gents and for looking in on my build! Back home now from my travels and just now getting caught up. Cheers! Kai 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Kai Brilliant build, simply;y awesome work. Always a pleasure to follow your builds; even the 'simple ones' Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARU 5137 Posted November 27, 2020 Share Posted November 27, 2020 Kai Your SPITFIRE is STUNNING and GORGEOUS. You have done an OUTSTANDING job on her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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