1/72 Academy B-17F Memphis Belle

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Stikpusher wrote:Final production blocks of the F introduced the chin turret. A late production F would have the F type longer nose cone and open waist gunner positions. The G would introduce the enclosed waist gunner windows that had the gun mounts, as well as the new shorter nose cone. Midway thru the G production the staggered waist windows were introduced.
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Well with two of the kits ready for paint and weather not cooperating, I decided to get this one back out and work on some stuff. Found this CMK resin bomb bay at the LHS and decided to get it. Going to add PE and continue to mask the clear parts.

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Wow. Masking something that small by hand....props to you! Glad the worst of the weather missed you, but don't get cocky. The year isn't over yet.
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Nice haul with the resin! That stuff will make a great addition. As to the clear parts and masking- admire your discipline! We all know I hate doing that :lol: but it sure won’t do its self. And the place looks bang-on. I know what a pain that is. Nice!
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Thanks guys!

Lyle- Don't remind me about the year. It's already been bad and it's getting worse for me.

Kenny- I don't mind masking especially if it's the pre-cut ones from Eduard.
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Nice!!! :shoutout: :shoutout:
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Stuart wrote:Image

LOL!! I love it!!!
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