An Airfix 1/72 Stirling build extraordinaire

[Garethster]

After looking at the following article I have decided that it is utterly futile to attempt a build of a 1/72 Airfix Stirling. What this Italian modeler has done is nothing short of astounding. Unfortunately the article is in Italian but a quick translate in Google will give you some idea of what went into this particular build:

Here's a taste:

http://www.drivefly.it./images/soci/Vignocchi%20Andrea/Stirling%20Mk%20I_big/Stirling%2040.JPG

http://www.drivefly.it./images/soci/Vignocchi%20Andrea/Stirling%20Mk%20I_big/Stirling%2046.jpg

http://www.drivefly.it./images/soci/Vignocchi%20Andrea/Stirling%20Mk%20I_big/Stirling%2072.JPG

and here (http://www.drivefly.it./schede_soci/Vignocchi%20Andrea/schede_modelli/Stirling%20Mk%20I.php) is the full article.

I am completely blown away by the skill of this gentleman. What a gorgeous build :cool :cool :cool

[Angels one-five]

Wow. That really is amazing work.

[Wolster]

Unbelievable! If only I had the time, patience and most importantly skill!!

[Martin Bull]

There's not a lot you can say, is there ? It looks absolutely superb - maybe a 1/72 diecast Stirling isn't such a loony idea after all :D

[dilligafocau]

Looks great http://forums.diecast-aviation.eu/images/icons/icon14.gif

I would like Corgi to have a little less weathering on their upcoming Stirling*

*Jedi mind-trick in progress

[tc2324]

A fantastic build.:cool: The model speaks for itself but look at the detail in the base and the grass/mud mix.:eek: :cool: Most modellers would just use a standard grass matt and be done with it.:D

[The Defiant Man]

A work of art......:cool

Unfortunately, for us modellers without the same skills:o , some of the modelling web sites can make depressing viewing.....:(

[Upkeep]

A work of art......:cool

Unfortunately, for us modellers without the same skills:o , some of the modelling web sites can make depressing viewing.....:(

True enough, TDM! :unsure:

I can't wait for Corgi's Stirling. I'm sure after they see this thread they'll get all that juicy detail in theirs too!!

(So I'm a little optimistic -- it's almost the weekend here.;))

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[Graham]

Stunning, a superb job:cool :cool .

[minter]

with that much detail it must be able to fly :eek:

[Davidte2007]

:D Huba, Huba.! what a beaut. :cool :cool ;)

[no4mkit]

Beyond superb! I especially love the turret detail. :cool

[wingroot]

wow it doesnt get much better than that

[blue steel]

Unbelievable build/paint skills :cool Terrific job :D

[KO-B]

Is there a 'pick your jaw up off the floor' smiley? Superb.

KO-B

[DCRanger]

Fantastic model but is a three gun rear turret (http://www.drivefly.it./images/soci/Vignocchi%20Andrea/Stirling%20Mk%20I_big/Stirling%2075.JPG) correct?

and in this shot the missing gun (http://www.drivefly.it./images/soci/Vignocchi%20Andrea/Stirling%20Mk%20I_big/Stirling%2076.JPG) is from the other side????????????

[Agent X20]

..tis the angle of the guns.. they are all there..:)

[Nimrod48]

I would like to see how he follows that! what a talent.:cool

[Wolster]

Fantastic model but is a three gun rear turret (http://www.drivefly.it./images/soci/Vignocchi%20Andrea/Stirling%20Mk%20I_big/Stirling%2075.JPG) correct?

and in this shot the missing gun (http://www.drivefly.it./images/soci/Vignocchi%20Andrea/Stirling%20Mk%20I_big/Stirling%2076.JPG) is from the other side????????????

Optical illusion, it is because the guns are not verticly alighned on each side. Look closely and you can see the extra muzzle.

[IWM2]

Amazing what someone with a Talent (with a capital T deliberately) I could never dream of can bring out of a 'simple airfix kit'.

Much Kudos.

If I could do that I'd spend a lifetime building models in my every waking moment. Instead, I'll just buy my diecast, and hope the manufacturing errors aren't too obvious........:o

[Upkeep]

Amazing what someone with a Talent (with a capital T deliberately) I could never dream of can bring out of a 'simple airfix kit'.

Much Kudos.

If I could do that I'd spend a lifetime building models in my every waking moment. Instead, I'll just buy my diecast, and hope the manufacturing errors aren't too obvious........:o

My sentiments exactly. I'm completely humbled by what I see.

Apparently for many, that kit can be a 'royal P-I-A' to build.

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[sniperUK]

This build is covered in great detail in this monts Air Modeller magazine , well worth picking up ,also a 1/48th Halifax build which again is stunning.

[Garethster]

This build is covered in great detail in this monts Air Modeller magazine , well worth picking up ,also a 1/48th Halifax build which again is stunning.

Thanks for the heads up Sniper :)

[minter]

I would like to see how he follows that! what a talent.:cool

hopefully he will now do a Manchester ,Hampden halifax, Whitley...no hurry though

[Upkeep]

Again, I'll be more than happy with a nice early war example from Corgi. :D;) (Hopefully I can mod some interior bits)

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[Wingcomanderflap]

Absolutely incredible...........