Just going to place this here for now, my contribution to the 90th anniversary of the Supermarine Spitfire.
Joe's Airfix 1/48 Spitfire Mk1
- Thread starter flyjoe180
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Kit contents:
First task will be to correct a few details on the lower wing:
Following along. I built this one for the BoB group build last year, it's a really nice kit.
Nick
Nick
I have removed the detail that was not needed from the lower wing. I built the interior of the lower wing up seeing as I had it out already. I found that the small landing gear hinges are very fiddly to get in place. Removed the fuselage halves from the sprue trees and cleaned them up. I painted Tamiya clear orange over the clear lens insert.
I prepped the cockpit parts, made up as many sub assemblies as I could, and everything got a dose of Mr Surfacer. I will be using the pilot to busy the cockpit up, and to disguise the seat which isn't the best shape.
I have spent most of my model life in 1/72, this 1/48 scale is great for my eyes!
I have spent most of my model life in 1/72, this 1/48 scale is great for my eyes!
Great start Joe 
I’ve recently switched to 1/48 from 1/72 and know exactly what you mean regarding your eyes
Geoff.
I’ve recently switched to 1/48 from 1/72 and know exactly what you mean regarding your eyes
Geoff.
A great start Joe. My favourite Spitfre camo' scheme.
A great choice Joe and coming along nicely.
Yep, like you and Geoff I'm in the process of moving over to larger scales - much easier on my terrible eyesight.
You're making a great start Joe!
You're making a great start Joe!
Yeah, I need new glasses soon...Great start Joe
I’ve recently switched to 1/48 from 1/72 and know exactly what you mean regarding your eyes
Geoff.
Thanks Colin. Mine too!
Cheers Steve, hoping to meet the deadline
Cheers Portman. I only have a few 1/48 scale aeroplanes and a couple in 1/32. I love my 72nd kits, but this is certainly easier to handle... and see!
Looks like a nicely detailed kit Joe, and a cracking start.
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