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I've got an Airfix 109 and the new Airfix Spitfire under way but I can't upload photos for some reason, wibble :damn:
 
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Hmm, still don't work. Funny, never had a problem before

Guess I'll just have to mime it then:poster_kewlpics:
 
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Ahh #### it, I give in

Delete this thread at your convenience please admin
 
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Whats the problem with uploading pics? May be able to help.

Tony..
 
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In the meantime, just describe the kit contents and progress :)

You could get a Photobucket / Flickr account, upload piccies there and link them if you can't upload?
 
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Okay, let's try it with photobucket, hope I remember not to delete the photos
 
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OK, first construction photos

more trials & tribulations later folks
 
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The new Spitfire more or less fell together by itself, barely needed any filler at all. The 109 is a different story, it's probably more filer than plastic now.

Right, canopies masked off with Tamiya tape and I've started sploshing a bit of paint on

Eeeeek, that brown looks far too dark

Hmm, strange looking grey
 
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Yes the Spitfire is a better kit but then it is brand new. Anyhow I didn't like the Vallejo dark earth, much too dark, so I had another go at it

Better? I prefer it I think. The cammo pattern needs a bit of tidying up though
 
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That is a big difference and I too prefer the second paint scheme..

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Cheers

This'll do I reckon. Kleer coat next and then decals
 
That looks really nice. Your second version of dark earth is much better. Compare it to this original 1/1 model and I'd say you are spot on!

Cheers

Steve
 
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Thanks, yes it does look closer

That's a superb photo, is it original WWII? It looks too good for a mock-up
 
Great looking pair you have here. The spit looks great as I'm sure the 109 will. Now, I must make a start on my own 109 !

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Colin M......
 
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Thanks, yes it does look closerThat's a superb photo, is it original WWII? It looks too good for a mock-up
It is original and original colour. It's one of a series shot for Life magazine. I'd say that it,and the others,are posed but no less authentic for that.

Cheers

Steve
 
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Okay, back to the build(s)

109 Cammo done

Small bits mounted & ready for paint

Bits painted & both aeroplanes gloss coated in preparation for decals

That was up to this morning

I've got the Decals on the 109 today and should have the Spitfire done before bed time

I'll let the Microsol dry off overnight and I should be able to get a coat of varnish on them both tomorrow evening

After that I'll mess them both up with a bit of heavy-handed weathering and Bob's your what'sername
 
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