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Re: Heller 1/48 Mirage 2000C
Posted: Mon Feb 03, 2020 10:21 am
by Stikpusher
Airfix and Heller often share molds and release kits under each other’s labels. They have released different versions of the Jaguar, Tornado, and Mirage 2000 under each other labels.
Re: Heller 1/48 Mirage 2000C
Posted: Thu Feb 06, 2020 8:33 am
by Stuart
That is very true Carlos.
Well I'm slowly progressing this - the cockpit is done (apologies - I've forgotten to take a picture of the IP). I was pretty happy with the seat. I added the Ejection handle and the belts from lead wire and wine bottle foil. The decals on the head box are from a Mike Grant placard decal set.
The lid is supplied by Pringles..
Re: Heller 1/48 Mirage 2000C
Posted: Thu Feb 06, 2020 9:10 am
by LyleW
Nice camo on the lid! Seat looks great, too! Great work.
Re: Heller 1/48 Mirage 2000C
Posted: Thu Feb 06, 2020 10:20 am
by jkim
Nice work on the pit! Very colorful seat!
I remember Heller being a fairly big player back in the day when I first started/stopped modeling. In the 80's.
Re: Heller 1/48 Mirage 2000C
Posted: Thu Feb 06, 2020 5:37 pm
by Stuart
Thanks Gents!
Re: Heller 1/48 Mirage 2000C
Posted: Thu Feb 06, 2020 6:21 pm
by speedgraflex
Stuart! Exquisite work, mate! Wow!
Re: Heller 1/48 Mirage 2000C
Posted: Fri Feb 07, 2020 4:11 am
by Stuart
Thanks Bruce! I am quite pleased with it.
I have to say the green isn't as bright in the flesh as it is in the photo!
Re: Heller 1/48 Mirage 2000C
Posted: Sat Feb 08, 2020 1:40 pm
by Stuart
Well I've managed to get a bit further along with this build - the cockpit is fitted, nose weight in, Fuselage together and inner intake parts fitted and painted.
So far it's going together well - I even have the right paints for it.
My favourite brushes need replacing though - I'll have to order some more before I paint it.
Cheers!
Re: Heller 1/48 Mirage 2000C
Posted: Sat Feb 08, 2020 2:24 pm
by Stikpusher
Looking good Stuart.
Re: Heller 1/48 Mirage 2000C
Posted: Sat Feb 08, 2020 7:06 pm
by speedgraflex
Hey would you describe your favorite brushes and why you choose ‘em? I’m usually at mercy of my wallet when it comes to buying brushes.