I came across a link to this build over at iModeler, and it was too good not to share. My, but this looks like a helluva Hellcat to me!
Airfix 1/24 scale FGF-5 Hellcat:
https://www.scottmurphyphotography.org/ ... 6f-hellcat
Amazing large scale work!
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Re: Amazing large scale work!
...and I just lost a wing for the FM-2. Yes, a whole wing side. It was there this morning.
This guy is pretty good!
This guy is pretty good!
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Re: Amazing large scale work!
Wow....
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That's it. I quit!
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Re: Amazing large scale work!
Well, let’s think now… those fabulous cars you guys do are usually in 1/24 scale. In that scale you have plenty of room to upgrade and find various materials to use that will work for super detailing.
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That's a good point Carlos! I've been eyeing that old Monogram Type 35 Bugatti lately, for something a bit different to build. There should be plenty doodads on that one for some detailing fun!
But yes, that guy is dang good at scale modeling!
But yes, that guy is dang good at scale modeling!
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Re: Amazing large scale work!
Don't feel bad Lyle; I had a friend who lost both wing top parts fro a 1/48 scale Tamiya P-47 Thunderbolt. Tore his room and house apart to find them but never did until a year and a half later when they moved out! By that time he'd long ago given that kit away.
Yeah, the guy is fantastic. This is why I stick to my own favorite 1/72 scale....
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Re: Amazing large scale work!
Lyle, if that missing wing is off of the 1/48 Monogram F4F/FM kit, I have you covered...
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Re: Amazing large scale work!
Tha no you, but it is the Hobbyboss kit. I have another ordered, with the hope of finding it. So far, no loud crunches, etc.
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Re: Amazing large scale work!
Knowing you, it probably fell into one of your sandwiches!
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