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Bruce Huxtable
added a new photoalbum.
Tentative steps into the world of 1:48...
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1:48
Final pieces added, so now she is 'finished'.
1:48 Spitfire Mk.IX (ICM 48061)
28 27 July 2021, 16:22
Bruce Huxtable
Many thanks for your 'like', Alberto. I have to decide if I should order PE for the cockpit, and if so, which set. All advice welcome, everyone ?
27 July 2021, 16:57
Robert Podkoński
Go for that (I mean PE), Bruce! 😉
27 July 2021, 17:01
Bruce Huxtable
Better get that, and some paints, on order then ?
27 July 2021, 17:26
Bruce Huxtable
Collected PE order and visited RAF Museum yesterday, so a little paint added whilst everything is fresh in the mind's eye ?
1 August 2021, 11:45
Bruce Huxtable
Should have left the mould seam marks on the outside of the exhausts, or at least have just reduced them...
1 August 2021, 11:47
Guy Rump
Looking good 👍
1 August 2021, 15:42
Bruce Huxtable
Thanks, Guy, I don't want to mess it up, but know it will never be as good as some fine work I see from others. Inspiration has to be translated into practice!
1 August 2021, 15:44
Guy Rump
I know what you mean Bruce 🙂 Many of the builds on SM are awesome. My view is as long as I seem to be making some progress with differing techniques etc then I'm happy. So many SMs are also very helpful and inspiring too 🙂
1 August 2021, 15:56
Bruce Huxtable
Totally agree, Guy. But I will be holding my breath until this iconic plane is successfully completed.
1 August 2021, 17:01
Bruce Huxtable
Many thanks for your 'likes', everyone. Suggestions for improvements always welcome too ?
1 August 2021, 17:14
Bruce Huxtable
Houston, I think I have a problem....
7 August 2021, 14:35
Erik Leijdens
A serous gap there Bruce! Don't think you dit something wrong, the designer of the kit is the one to blameI guess! But, great work so far ??
7 August 2021, 15:25
Bruce Huxtable
I'm learning to look four steps ahead, instead of just one or two, Erik. Thanks for your encouragement ?
7 August 2021, 16:18
Robert Podkoński
Good work, Bruce! Keep it up!
8 August 2021, 19:15
Bruce Huxtable
Many thanks for your kind words and encouragement, Robert.
8 August 2021, 19:24
David R. Meizoso
Brave surgery on that engine, and the gaps will turn you into a Sand Master, which is good. I admire your determination, way to go.
9 August 2021, 21:11
Bruce Huxtable
Each step has its challenges, so I'm not rushing... Your encouragement and kind words are appreciated, David.
9 August 2021, 21:18
Bruce Huxtable
So, some more painting done, but have to decide if D-day stripes will be added, or keep her as she now is. Canopy next.....
15 August 2021, 09:18
Bruce Huxtable
Opted for pre-D-day insignia of Johnny Johnson. Decals started....
17 August 2021, 17:17
Robin (WhiteGlint)
This looks really nice so far. 👍
18 August 2021, 08:54
Bruce Huxtable
Many thanks, WhiteGlint - I can see a few things that could be better, but I am going to finish the decals first, then repair the cannon and add the final fragile items. My modelling skills have certainly benefitted from advice and tips 🙂
18 August 2021, 10:54
Bruce Huxtable
Many thanks for all your 'likes', mates, and comments too. I enjoyed taking my time with this one, and learned lots in the process. I'm wondering which kit should be worked on next, before I get around to my Eduard Weekend Airacobra in 1:48 🙂
22 August 2021, 17:02
Guy Rump
Really like it Bruce, a great build, congrats 👍
22 August 2021, 17:16
Bruce Huxtable
Many thanks, Guy, much appreciated.
22 August 2021, 17:55
Robert Podkoński
Fantastic effect, especially considering the vices of the kit itself. I really like it, Bruce, congrats!
22 August 2021, 19:02
Bruce Huxtable
Robert you are too kind! Thank you for your encouragement at the start and all through. Still plenty of skills to be improved on....
22 August 2021, 19:20
Robin (WhiteGlint)
Really nice result, Bruce. 👍
She is so clean and shiny.
22 August 2021, 19:36
Bruce Huxtable
Many thanks WhiteGlint. A Squadron Leader's ground crew would surely keep his machine extra polished.... 😉👍
22 August 2021, 19:42
Robert Podkoński
Come on, Bruce. You simply deserve every praise given here... and your skills are surely better than mine 😉
23 August 2021, 05:24
Bruce Huxtable
Just have to keep up the standards, in the next projects, Robert 🙂 I'm eagerly waiting for your project's next steps, so I'm hoping you had a busy weekend 😉
23 August 2021, 08:33
Robert Podkoński
I am on vacations now, so no updates for few next days, Bruce...
23 August 2021, 09:05
Neuling
Top result! 👍 Really deserves presentation off the kitchen kleenex!
23 August 2021, 09:17
Bruce Huxtable
Have a great break, Robert. Neuling, thank you for your 👍 too. I'm delighted with everyone's comments and 'likes'. I was thinking of a simple base with grass and tyre tracks, chocked wheels, etc 🙂
23 August 2021, 10:05
Augie
Bruce, lovely looking spit, you've done yourself proud 🙂
23 August 2021, 10:23
Bruce Huxtable
Thank you so much, Augie. But there is still lots of room for improvement, so I need to sharpen up my (limited) skills 🙂
23 August 2021, 12:05
Neuling
👍
24 August 2021, 06:04

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