Spitfire F Mk.21
Finalized!
Progressing!
Test fitting the prop
Cowling and engine panels decently restored after a very bad experience with hu metalcote…
Decals in progress, before the disaster…
Some initial weathering applied
First paint layers down
Ready for paint!
Test fitting and prep for some putty
Commenti
46 15 July 2023, 15:13
J35J
Thanks Gordon, I have used Tamiya spray paint AS-12 bare-metal silver and some light initial weathering with Flory's dark grey wash for panels and rivets
Thanks Gordon, I have used Tamiya spray paint AS-12 bare-metal silver and some light initial weathering with Flory's dark grey wash for panels and rivets
20 July 2023, 13:46
J35J
Thanks Oleg! It's a good kit. Had some issues with the metal paint work on some parts, otherwise a pretty straightforward build.
Thanks Oleg! It's a good kit. Had some issues with the metal paint work on some parts, otherwise a pretty straightforward build.
5 August 2023, 14:15
Vincent
I thought all Spitfire had the bubble canopy by that time. The counter rotating spinner looks very nice on this. Great result!!!
I thought all Spitfire had the bubble canopy by that time. The counter rotating spinner looks very nice on this. Great result!!!
10 August 2023, 21:09
J35J
Thank Mr James & Vincent!
To my knowledge there were a number of experimental contra-prop Spitfires in WWII, both Merlin and Griffon installations.
After WWII a number of Mk 21's were converted to contra-prop and issued singly for service evaluation to various squadrons. They seem to have gravitated to the 'C.O.'s personal kite' status.
Thank Mr James & Vincent!
To my knowledge there were a number of experimental contra-prop Spitfires in WWII, both Merlin and Griffon installations.
After WWII a number of Mk 21's were converted to contra-prop and issued singly for service evaluation to various squadrons. They seem to have gravitated to the 'C.O.'s personal kite' status.
11 August 2023, 06:49