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Dan214sqn

2nd January 2011, 20:38

My collection has had quite a few additions in the lead up and during the xmas period, so i spent today taking the one's that are moving on out and boxing them up and dusting and re-arranging the rest of them ready for new arrivals of 2011..inc one of those stirlings!!! Thought id post pics of the collection as it stands today, hope you like. :)

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THE 1:48 LANC AND SPIT
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scott

2nd January 2011, 21:23

I like it :)

Lots of nice bomber command

Im thinking of making a few stands for my lightnings :D

Garethster

2nd January 2011, 22:10

Lovely collection Dan, nicely grouped! :)

Davidte2007

2nd January 2011, 23:35

:D Huba-huba. Very Nice Dan. Well Done :cool

Ken

2nd January 2011, 23:39

Great additions ......I really like the Blenheims.

FierytheAngelsFell

2nd January 2011, 23:58

I'll never get tired of looking at other people's collections. Very nice work, mate.

I like the levels you've created with the wooden blocks and the home-made stands. Looks like you've got some seriously heavy metal there too with lots of 1/32 and those big 1/72 Lancasters. I am particularly taken by your display of lightnings. I don't do modern jets myself but they look superb.

tc2324

3rd January 2011, 00:12

Thats a rather nice and well put together collection.:cool

ACES

3rd January 2011, 00:14

What a great collection and thanks for posting :D , the 1/32 scale look great on display but i would have to have the Lewis hurricane facing the opposite way around the painted tail markings in the wrong order really bugs me :( on such a great looking model.

divemikedive

3rd January 2011, 01:02

What a great collection and beautifully displayed. The RAF B17 is a beauty. Is it a Code 3 or a kit build? Whichever, its terrific.

Cheers,

DMD

Sponge Bob

3rd January 2011, 06:58

I agree with the others, a super collection there mate :)

Dan214sqn

3rd January 2011, 09:27

What a great collection and beautifully displayed. The RAF B17 is a beauty. Is it a Code 3 or a kit build? Whichever, its terrific.

Cheers,

DMD

The B-17 is a frank mint armour collection, its a beast and is a ton heavy!! its not the most detailed of models, unlike my 1 48 lanc, but its in there as a memorial to my great uncle.The model carrys the markings of 214sqn BU-U, My uncle flew on this aircraft during the war as a w/o amongst other aircraft on the sqn, sadly he was KIA flying HB815 BU-J on the 3/4 march 1945, hense me buying the model to accompany the research i did on him and his crash.also hense the name on here is DAN 214sqn.

Dan214sqn

3rd January 2011, 09:31

Thanks guys, glad you like them, Im very much prop and piston, than jet, but i purchased one lightning and got bitten, i want them all now.Plenty of heavy stuff and plenty more to come, big models my love, luckily i have the room to display them, as i know so many dont.

Im working in a stand for the lightning that will show it in its finest form, vertical climb into the clouds.

Diamond nine

3rd January 2011, 18:10

Really nice collection Dan,thanks for posting.Always enjoy having a look at other people's collections.Very well displayed mate:D

Gaz Mk1

3rd January 2011, 18:17

I'll never get tired of looking at other people's collections. Very nice work, mate.

I'll second that. Keep posting more pics as your collection grows.

Dan214sqn

6th January 2011, 17:49

this arrived this morning, gr8 addition to my bomber command collection, got 3 wimpeys now, absolutely mint aswell, brilliant.

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:D :D

Dakota

6th January 2011, 18:00

Excellent bit of close formation flying there Dan, looking :cool

Davidte2007

6th January 2011, 18:00

:D Great arn't they :cool Well done Buddy ;)

:LOL: Massive TEMPTATION for S.bob :D :rolleyes:

Craig

6th January 2011, 18:11

Lovely display, very nice indeed! :cool

Dan214sqn

6th January 2011, 18:47

thanks chaps, just want 'R for Robert' and maybe that malta version now

want want want all the time lol:LOL:

Sponge Bob

6th January 2011, 19:06

Oooooooooooo need one, want one :D

Gaz Mk1

6th January 2011, 19:28

I've changed my mind Dan. Stop posting your pics or you might twist my arm into collecting heavies :D ;)

Dan214sqn

6th January 2011, 19:45

they are stunning models, really nice size too, not too big or too small for display.treat yourself sponge Bob

u'll neva have any room gaz with heavies, but thts all part of the fun aint it, juggling the collection to fit it in, getting it past the mrs, plus the heavies are favourites of mine, lancaster, halibag, wimpey, STIRLING, pre ordered today!!

klepto4

6th January 2011, 23:25

Yeah, gorgeous collection, just brilliant, just one tiny critism though:- I see gaps where you can put more in he he

Dan214sqn

7th January 2011, 07:43

, just one tiny critism though:- I see gaps where you can put more in he he

ha ha, thats true, had a small clearance though this week to make some space for this years must haves.sure it wont take long before im head scratching again on where i can fit the next model in :)

klepto4

7th January 2011, 09:42

ha ha, thats true, had a small clearance though this week to make some space for this years must haves.sure it wont take long before im head scratching again on where i can fit the next model in :)

Deffo the bane of many a collectors life (especially mine, still having nightmares :wacko: )

jaliya48

8th January 2011, 08:12

Wow! Those posters are great! I also love the stands you've got for the Lightnings! Did you make them yourself?

Dan214sqn

8th January 2011, 08:19

with ref to the lightning stands i cobbled them together at work in my dinner breaks, they really aint that flash, just a block of wood with silversteel sunk in, looks good with a lightning sitting on top though, im really not fond of the corgi little stand provided.

im doing a stand at the moment that will show the lightning in a vertical climb, in all its glory, will post sum pics when complete.

Dakota

8th January 2011, 11:06

im doing a stand at the moment that will show the lightning in a vertical climb, in all its glory, will post sum pics when complete.

Look forward to seeing that Dan. :D

Without doubt the best angle as per the example displayed at the RAF museum at Cosford...:cool Well worth a visit if you can.

Dan214sqn

8th January 2011, 14:43

Look forward to seeing that Dan. :D

Without doubt the best angle as per the example displayed at the RAF museum at Cosford...:cool Well worth a visit if you can.

here we are, morepics in the 'lightning talk' section

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And with the rest of the lightnings

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Davidte2007

8th January 2011, 14:54

:cool Great work there Dan. ;)

:D Smashing idea :) And gives a new concept to the Display Mode Angle :cool

:D Well done Mate paid off nicely ;)

Dakota

8th January 2011, 15:30

Super :cool work Dan, nice job.

Diamond nine

8th January 2011, 16:22

Looking really good dan:D i like the new stand.However i think you need to straighten out the pitot tubes on your 56sqn + your 92sqn models buddy.:)

Dan214sqn

11th January 2011, 12:04

another lightning finds its way into my collection this morn, 19sqn Xn779/x

will put a pic on later :D

Sponge Bob

11th January 2011, 15:49

another lightning finds its way into my collection this morn, 19sqn Xn779/x

will put a pic on later :D

How many you got now Dan :D

Dan214sqn

11th January 2011, 17:36

here she is, my 10th lightning,oh and i have 2 planecrazy commissions on order aswell, due to another dreadful standard display stand i have had a swap round and put her in the vertical climb postion.lovely model, came dusty though, spent 30 mins cleanin here up, apart from that another minter.

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tsr2

11th January 2011, 18:36

Very nice Dan :) What's next on your diminishing list of Lightnings? Did you managed to get on the list for the T.5?

Craig

11th January 2011, 19:31

Very cool! :cool:

Dan214sqn

11th January 2011, 20:11

Very nice Dan :) What's next on your diminishing list of Lightnings? Did you managed to get on the list for the T.5?

i think the T.5 was a 25 run only if im not mistaken, and sadly missed out :( , but im all over the other 2.like a rash:D

next immediate, is fingercrossed the first of the planecrazy, should be ready soon i hear, cast my eye over XR718, see what funds are like, got 3 lancs coming in soon, SPACE NEEDED! still looking for those elusive 111sqn and 11sqn (over wing tank) lightnings, they would jump up the que if i saw one.

Dakota

11th January 2011, 20:34

Looking good Dan and sounds like u've been well and truely bitten by the lightning bug! :D

Never understood why anyone would sell and post a model without dusting it first...! :wacko:

Glad to hear u've got the 2 PC code 3's on order.

Dan214sqn

11th January 2011, 20:38

[QUOTE=Dakota;374031]Looking good Dan and sounds like u've been well and truely bitten by the lightning bug! :D

yes sir, well and truely infected.its taking over my life

Dakota

11th January 2011, 21:33

yes sir, well and truely infected.its taking over my life

Nothing wrong with that, its one of the BEST and a true BRITISH classic :cool

FierytheAngelsFell

11th January 2011, 23:55

Gotta get me a lightning. Those silver babies look very cool and your custom vertical display is sensational.

Also regretting the sale of my Wimpy after looking at your pics.

Loving this thread. :)

Dan214sqn

15th January 2011, 18:50

I payed a visit to 'the old un' today in blackpool, true gent, and a very interesting chap, he had these in store for me, great great additions and lancs i have been after for ages, G For George, Admiral Prune and Easter egg grand slam.Also thanks to Davidte for putting me in contact with stewart, top men.

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highnoon1966

15th January 2011, 18:54

Very nice selection of Lancs Dan, not within my collection themes but i can certainly see the attraction :cool

ACES

15th January 2011, 19:04

Very nice selection, Gibsons lanc is one of my favs. :cool:

Davidte2007

15th January 2011, 19:31

:D Good Stuff, Mate. ;) :cool

Dan214sqn

15th January 2011, 20:23

cheers, got 10 lancs now, still a couple more to go, daytime grand slam and mr cheshire's

jaliya48

16th January 2011, 16:35

I Love the straight-up Lightning display! Excellent!

Dan214sqn

11th February 2011, 07:32

thought id put this pic up of the big 1:48 fort, 2 engines fired up!

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Dan214sqn

11th February 2011, 07:38

FINALLY GOT THIS BABY

111sqn lightning, and she is a stunner, took pride of place amongst the other lightnings.Also the chap i picked it up from had the 11sqn '718 in stock, i had to ask if he waned 'rid' of that, kind fellow said yes!!! thats coming this week.

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:D :D :D

Craig

11th February 2011, 08:09

Cracking-my first Lightning and still my favourite. It just screams "Lightning" :cool

tsr2

11th February 2011, 08:12

Nice pictures Dan, only a few more to go :)

Diamond nine

11th February 2011, 17:57

Very nice Dan,i did say to you that she is a beauty,worth the wait me thinks hehe.:D

Abbevilleslayer

11th February 2011, 18:48

Very nice collection Dan! I would love to have a couple of those Lancs and Wimpeys!!:D

Dan214sqn

11th February 2011, 19:28

Very nice collection Dan! I would love to have a couple of those Lancs and Wimpeys!!:D

cant beat the heavies !!

Abbevilleslayer

12th February 2011, 20:04

cant beat the heavies !!

You've got that right! I only have 1 Lanc, Mickey the Moocher, from the BoB collection. Hopefully someday I'll get the 1st two Wimps, and Gibson's Prune and Dambuster's.:D

Abbevilleslayer

12th February 2011, 20:10

I wish I could display my collection, but we're redoing an old 1920 farmhouse and even with some rooms done, and a 2 1/2 & 9 month old, there doesn't seem to be room for the display.

All of you who have shown your collections is really awesome! Thank You! :)

Dan214sqn

12th February 2011, 21:10

yeah im greatful for the space, i couldnt collect if i couldnt display it, amd i think il always stand by that,

everything my uncle buys just stays in teh boxes in the loft, not my way of collecting but everyoes different.

Got 11 lancs now, still want 2 more aswell, amongst a long list of others, extension plans needed soon i think!!:D

tsr2

12th February 2011, 21:27

yeah im greatful for the space, i couldnt collect if i couldnt display it, amd i think il always stand by that

Noted :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :)

Dan214sqn

12th February 2011, 21:29

Noted :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :)

aha, for the time being anyway:unsure: :D

Scottuk

12th February 2011, 22:36

Dan214sqn

13th February 2011, 10:01

had another chop and change with the lightnings, making room for the 11sqn coming this week, and whispers of LTF on the horizon, couldnt help taking some pics.:wacko:

firebirds looks stunning on the vertical climb stand, think she has made that her own now. :)

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dilligafocau

13th February 2011, 10:52

Really like the way you display your Lightnings Dan :cool:

That TSR-2 looks quite happy in amongst them too....seem to remember a Lightning was one of the the chase planes used during the TSR-2's trial fights ;)

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC00892.jpg

charley

13th February 2011, 10:59

The stands really enhance the display...fabulous, real simple design but realy effective. Nice One!:cool

Dan214sqn

13th February 2011, 12:42

thanks very much, gota love em.

Craig

13th February 2011, 13:13

Lovely display, and I'm intrigued where that cabinet came from, looks perfect for diecast and nice and deep :)

Dan214sqn

13th February 2011, 13:58

Lovely display, and I'm intrigued where that cabinet came from, looks perfect for diecast and nice and deep :)

its a great cabinet, had it of ebay few years ago, cant tell u anymore than that unfortunatly, i have looked everywhere for another, no luck as to yet.

it takes the '32 mossie no problem and a '48 b-17!!

Craig

13th February 2011, 14:22

its a great cabinet, had it of ebay few years ago, cant tell u anymore than that unfortunatly, i have looked everywhere for another, no luck as to yet.

it takes the '32 mossie no problem and a '48 b-17!!
Fair enough, that's a pity. Seems you got a good buy! Sadly a 1:72 Lanc is as big as I can manage in mine so a deeper one would be nice :)

Dan214sqn

16th February 2011, 20:07

lightning No.12 arrives :D :) :D

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And with a friend

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Dutchie

16th February 2011, 21:38

some very nice displays gentlemen:cool: :)

Dan214sqn

22nd February 2011, 17:43

:)
Planecrazy '696 lightning arrived this morning, stunner, really pleased:)

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Dan214sqn

8th March 2011, 17:35

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love the tuck spit, and LTF dont need no intro :D :) :D

scott

8th March 2011, 18:03

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC00920.jpg

A very nice Lightning :cool I see you have got your Census questionnaire :LOL:

BSG-75

8th March 2011, 19:10

A very nice Lightning :cool I see you have got your Census questionnaire :LOL:

religion : "Die-cast aircraft collecting" - it is a "free text" field to enter as you like.....:rolleyes:

Dan214sqn

8th March 2011, 20:47

A very nice Lightning :cool I see you have got your Census questionnaire :LOL:

haha, yes i thought id make use of it

highnoon1966

8th March 2011, 22:04

Where did you get the figures of all the RAF types milling around you Spits Dan?

Dutchie

8th March 2011, 22:21

Very nice pictures DAN:cool :cool :cool :)

Dan214sqn

9th March 2011, 09:41

Where did you get the figures of all the RAF types milling around you Spits Dan?

they are kit form, usually on ebay if you type in '1 48 ground crew' or something like that :)

highnoon1966

9th March 2011, 17:49

they are kit form, usually on ebay if you type in '1 48 ground crew' or something like that :)

Cheers, i'll take a gander :)

scott

9th March 2011, 18:05

Cheers, i'll take a gander :)

Try ebay item number

280640457540

280640461890

280640416653

from tomorrow night :LOL: :D

Dan214sqn

10th March 2011, 18:54

my real piece of lightning came this morning, so i put '696 on it, im quite pleased with the results.:)

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Dan214sqn

10th March 2011, 19:03

i thought id let you chaps know and see what im up2 at the moment, for the last few years i have been researching my great uncle who flew with 214sqn out of RAF Oulton during the war, sadly KIA 3/4th march 1945.

My road had led me to locating his crash site and recovering some parts of the aircraft!!! and now putting a few parts of militaria together in memory of him, i wont drone on about the research as id be here until next week typing, but there is a bit more info on this link about the finding of the crash site and recovery.

http://www.lancaster-archive.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=3555

Here are a fewshots of my militaria bits, still very much a working progress.If your wondering why there is a bald head in there??? thats for the flying helment and mask when it finally arrives.

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apologies for the quality of picture :)

Gaz Mk1

10th March 2011, 19:32

Looking good Dan :cool: Just like a museum exhibit :)

Garethster

10th March 2011, 20:12

Dan, looks like you may have a few of your Great Uncles personal effects in amongst your collection - very poignant. Thanks for posting.

Diamond nine

10th March 2011, 20:44

Very nice dan,well layed out,love those lightnings:D :D

Davidte2007

10th March 2011, 21:28

i thought id let you chaps know and see what im up2 at the moment.

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC00932.jpg

apologies for the quality of picture :)

:cool: :cool: Very Nice Dan. ;) Wounderful Collection comming together there i see. :cool: Like it Mate, Like it. ;)

:D Tempt you with a few Buttons :)

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:)

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:)

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:)

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:)

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:cool: Good Stuff Mate look forward to your update on the Display ;) Very Special. :D Well done.

Dan214sqn

10th March 2011, 21:34

David, my friend, hope you are well,

some nice gear there matey, im trying to just stick to items relevent to my uncle, but im sure il get wavered at some point!!!! bit like diecast colecting.

Im going to pick up some AG brevets 2moro nite and flt/sgt crowns for my jackets, they will be exectaly as he wore then, moving stuff.

cant wait for the flying helmet and mask to come.:D

Craig

10th March 2011, 21:53

Very nice indeed, a superb collection and very well displayed.

Dutchie

10th March 2011, 21:55

eismeer

11th March 2011, 03:09

Dan, that really is a nice display/tribute to your Great Uncle, a very worthy quest:cool:

Also sad that his loss came so close to War's end:(

Dan214sqn

11th March 2011, 06:52

Dan, that really is a nice display/tribute to your Great Uncle, a very worthy quest:cool:

Also sad that his loss came so close to War's end:(

indeed..he was engaged to be married in the july of '45 aswell, such a shame, but there are a million heart breaking stories aint there! so much loss, lest we forget.

Pathfinder

11th March 2011, 16:22

indeed..he was engaged to be married in the july of '45 aswell, such a shame, but there are a million heart breaking stories aint there! so much loss, lest we forget.
I can understand what you mean Dan,my uncle was engaged to my mother in '41 and was M.I.A a few months after (she married his younger brother,years later),i have a small,but somewhat scattered display,dedicated to him but,as he was lost in a Manchester,i've had to use Cg's 97 Sqn Lanc' instead,as it came on strength only a few months later though,i reckon that's acceptable,he's certainly never forgotten in this family as others are'nt in theirs.

Dan214sqn

12th March 2011, 10:59

took a couple of panormic shots on my N8 this morn, thought id share.

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/20110312-085219.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/20110312-085924.jpg

ZS-VAN

12th March 2011, 12:50

Those are really very neat pictures of your collection Dan. ;) :cool

Craig

12th March 2011, 15:23

Very nice indeed, good to see your WW2 1:32 stuff, no Night Reaper Hurricane though?! :eek:

Dutchie

12th March 2011, 15:33

Your display is like a museum...very nice Dan:cool: :cool: :cool: :)

Dan214sqn

12th March 2011, 16:58

Very nice indeed, good to see your WW2 1:32 stuff, no Night Reaper Hurricane though?! :eek:

Relax craig, she resides amongst friends

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/NewImage.jpg

Gaz Mk1

12th March 2011, 17:08

Love the Spitfires :cool: Still kicking myself for not getting The Last when J's had it in their sales section :(

Craig

12th March 2011, 18:10

Relax craig, she resides amongst friends

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/NewImage.jpg
Ah good, I thought it strange! :D

jaliya48

13th March 2011, 13:50

Fantastic display there! Where can I get Spitfire prints like yours? They're gorgeous!

Dan214sqn

13th March 2011, 14:01

Fantastic display there! Where can I get Spitfire prints like yours? They're gorgeous!

they came from the BBMF my friend, about 3 years ago i reckon, maybe try contacting them, may be a dead end tho, who knows.

Ken

13th March 2011, 14:39

Great collection......I like how you have some of them hung up in flying simulation as I can't see the wire..they must be very thin yet strong...what are you using to do this?

Dan214sqn

13th March 2011, 15:05

clear fishing line, high gauge. great stuff

eismeer

13th March 2011, 15:40

Very nice:cool:

Dan214sqn

20th March 2011, 09:49

c type helmet (late) and AG brevet picked up this weekend, G mask coming friday.Starting to take shape

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC00942.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC00941.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC00943.jpg

Dan214sqn

24th March 2011, 18:45

LOOK AT THAT!!!!! :cool:

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC00956.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC00957.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC00958.jpg

prune

24th March 2011, 19:05

Thats in pretty good nick for a G,I've been after one for years but the prices :eek:

jaliya48

25th March 2011, 12:40

they came from the BBMF my friend, about 3 years ago i reckon, maybe try contacting them, may be a dead end tho, who knows.

Thanks! Will try contacting them.

Dan214sqn

30th April 2011, 14:11

CC Halifax and CC wellington

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0009.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0010.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0011.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0012.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0013.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0016.jpg

Dan214sqn

30th April 2011, 16:26

cont'

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01075.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01076.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01078.jpg

Craig

30th April 2011, 16:29

Looks brilliant, only a few more to get now!

Dan214sqn

5th May 2011, 17:41

Phantom in situe!! corker :cool

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01083.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01082.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01081.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01080.jpg

maybe having a few more of these.

Craig

5th May 2011, 17:43

Nice one! That's one cool looking Cold War jets collection! :cool

Diamond nine

5th May 2011, 17:58

Looks great dan:cool my favourite phantom to date.Looks the biz.This was my first gemini phantom and couldnt beleive how heavy it was compared to the hobbymaster phantoms.Ive since added a couple off hobbymaster fast jet pilots to mine.Also added a couple more gemini spooks,great models.:D

Davidte2007

5th May 2011, 20:53

[QUOTE=Dan214sqn;385997]LOOK AT THAT!!!!! :cool:

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC00956.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC00957.jpg

:D Wow :D Thats :cool: Well Done M8ty ;) I'm jeal.

Dan214sqn

5th May 2011, 21:04

cheers Dave, expensive kit that, think il be sticking mainly to diecast from now on :LOL:

Davidte2007

5th May 2011, 23:02

cheers Dave, expensive kit that, think il be sticking mainly to diecast from now on :LOL:

:cool Nice Mate ;) Well worth it! :D

stuart mayle

17th May 2011, 23:22

superb collection

FierytheAngelsFell

18th May 2011, 02:11

Well, have you tried them on yet?

Lovely stuff. :)

FierytheAngelsFell

18th May 2011, 02:17

PS: Have just had a browse back through this thread. It's filled with some lovely pictures of your collection. You have a superb display. I thoroughly enjoyed having a gawk. Thanks.

Dan214sqn

23rd May 2011, 04:06

PS: Have just had a browse back through this thread. It's filled with some lovely pictures of your collection. You have a superb display. I thoroughly enjoyed having a gawk. Thanks.

thanks mate, glad you like

you know i have not tried the headgear on yet, im due a visit on board 'just jane' in the near future and was thinking of taking it with me to see if it still works after all these years.

Dan214sqn

30th May 2011, 09:56

Cheshire Lanc @ £50, bargain dancing banana puchase (copyrite MB)
and lightning number 15

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01107.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01108.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01109.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01110.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01105.jpg

Davidte2007

30th May 2011, 13:58

:eek: £50 BUCKS, Be rude not to! ;)

:D Nice one Dan. :cool:

Dan214sqn

1st June 2011, 21:49

...had another space making session in the cabinets tonight.Commited a cardinal sin that i have moaned at others for in the past.....models boxed up in the loft...im now guilty as charged and apologise to anyone i taunted about doing so.

4 x 1/32 109's are back in there cardboard and in darkness for the future, plus a couple of others.

on the upside i have 2.5 shelves free!!! :D which can only mean one thing...further financial ruin.Thought id put a few pics of the updated arrangement up.

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01118.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01119.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01120.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01121.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01124.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01125.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01126.jpg

david cotton

1st June 2011, 22:16

I like to have a bit of space around my models..... can start to look like a pile of models if they are too close. I tend to have a bit of a cull now and then, to de clutter the display. The culled models end up in the loft, and a few new ones will come down to ensure a bit of crop rotation.

This all sounds logical and controlled...... however, new models enter the collection and soon the shelves are packed again. They say new roads attract new traffic......well making new space attracts new die casts :rolleyes:

Dan214sqn

1st June 2011, 22:20

david cotton

1st June 2011, 22:27

in a nutshell then david my collection looks like a pile of diecast :LOL: :D

An "Expensive" pile of diecast :D

Seriously, I think the models need a bit of space so that they don't blend into each other.

I try and try to do this......but end up buying more models and slowly pushing them all closer together again. I then shift some models to the loft to make some space.....and the whole process starts again.... new models arrive, models get closer :o

Dan214sqn

1st June 2011, 22:30

An "Expensive" pile of diecast :D

Seriously, I think the models need a bit of space so that they don't blend into each other.

I try and try to do this......but end up buying more models and slowly pushing them all closer together again. I then shift some models to the loft to make some space.....and the whole process starts again.... new models arrive, models get closer :o

thats better!! :p

fozzy45

1st June 2011, 23:00

Good stuff Dan. Always resisted the big scale stuff because nice as it is it just takes up so much space! That said I think you need to find space for the new CC Blenheim and then make it a foursome with a nice compact CC Catalina;)

stuart mayle

2nd June 2011, 22:05

i love your collection it stunning

how meny 1;32 mossies??

Max Reheat

2nd June 2011, 22:16

in a nutshell then david my collection looks like a pile of diecast :LOL: :D

Or, did yaww call wor collection a poof?

http://i377.photobucket.com/albums/oo215/daveyblade/Biffa.jpg

Dan214sqn

3rd June 2011, 07:29

i love your collection it stunning

how meny 1;32 mossies??

very kind, i just have the 3, and hopefully will get the new one when its out, no pre order on it ...YET...:wacko:

Dan214sqn

3rd June 2011, 07:33

Or, did yaww call wor collection a poof?

http://i377.photobucket.com/albums/oo215/daveyblade/Biffa.jpg

haha, ruffling of the feathers.

Dan214sqn

4th June 2011, 12:55

corking in the flesh, i dont think ppls pics have done them enough justice, yeah the box is dogga, but my 3 diecast models are superb, even better with the ray-bans on!! im a hapy chap any....

few more to throw on the diecast heap David!!!

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0008-2.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0007-1.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0004-3.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0003-2.jpg

Diamond nine

4th June 2011, 14:39

Dan214sqn

4th June 2011, 14:43

Look good Dan:D Like i said am happy with mine.We all know they have issues with the tails on two off them but i still like them.You just need to carryout the little mods on them now,look even better mate,trust me.Takes two minutes to do.

thanks mate, i liked yours shown on the diorama, and your mod's, i will do that when i get 5 mins spare.

Dan214sqn

12th June 2011, 17:29

went to RAF Cosford today....dont ask!!!!

Picked up Chinhook and Tonka at decent prices though, had to re-arrange the shelf again lol

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0002-1.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0004-4.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0005-1.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0006-1.jpg

Diamond nine

12th June 2011, 18:29

Nice new additions Dan:D

Sponge Bob

13th June 2011, 06:49

Very nice :D

Dan214sqn

17th June 2011, 18:45

another one on the fast pointy shelf :D

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0010-1.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0013-1.jpg

Striker1

10th July 2011, 05:12

Top marks with this collection, superb quality and the types are awesome keep it up. Also do you have any Tornado F.3s?

Craig

10th July 2011, 12:52

Looknig good Dan! :cool

Dan214sqn

10th July 2011, 19:33

Top marks with this collection, superb quality and the types are awesome keep it up. Also do you have any Tornado F.3s?

thanks for the comments, much appreciated, no f.3's...yet!!

Looknig good Dan! :cool

cheers craig

sniperUK

10th July 2011, 19:55

Also do you have any Tornado F.3s?

There are no models of the F.3 available, unless you count the thing from Witty:D

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Range1b.jpg

Dan214sqn

10th July 2011, 20:07

im not counting anything tornado from witty sniper im afraid, nice pic tho!!:D

ZS-VAN

10th July 2011, 20:41

Some really cool pics of your collection there matey, very nice indeed. ;)

Dan214sqn

12th July 2011, 17:45

few more up to date....

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0009-2.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0002-3.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0005-4.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0006-4.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0007-3.jpg

Dan214sqn

12th July 2011, 20:33

From duxford on sat...

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC01241.jpg

Davidte2007

12th July 2011, 21:56

[QUOTE=Dan214sqn;401793]few more up to date....

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0009-2.jpg

:cool Very Nice would be saying the very least Mate ;)

:) Well done You a Fantastic Tribute done yourself proud there Dannyboy! :cool: top marks Bud i'm jeal :D ;)

Craig

12th July 2011, 22:33

Another superb museum quality display. Excellent :cool

Dan214sqn

12th July 2011, 22:37

too kind chaps, thanks very much for your comments

Dan214sqn

21st July 2011, 18:15

...the great thing about bieng a member here is seeing other peoples displays and the way they display them, im always taking inspiration from various members and seeing how i can improve my own display, which i hope your all ok about.This particular set was inspired by finally seeing SB's collection.He is very clever in that he uses perspex stands to help space, and view better the aircraft, so..i thought id give it a go,

many thanks SB, hope u don't mind me using your ideas.Dan

Taking a look back through this thread i can really tell a big difference since becoming a member, in the way things are displayed and grouped, but mainly the aircraft in the collection, i only collected prop before i came here!!!

i hope you all approve.enjoy

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0023-2.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0022-1.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0020-1.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0021-1.jpg

corgi956

21st July 2011, 18:32

Isn't S for Sugar absolutely stunning? :)

Don't argue anyone - just agree. :D

Gaz Mk1

21st July 2011, 18:34

Lancaster shelf looking good. :) Got to get myself one. :D

Sponge Bob

21st July 2011, 18:40

Stunning display of bombers there Dan, :cool: or what :D

Dakota

21st July 2011, 18:45

Super stuff Dan, really nice. :cool :D ;)

S for Sugar is without doubt one of my all time fav's... :)

Dan214sqn

21st July 2011, 20:35

have to agree chaps, s suger is a cracking bird, one of the all time great 1st issues of anything:LOL:

Love the way they look, will be emulating this style through the other shelves, so will update if you chaps fancy a look.

charley

21st July 2011, 21:00

Isn't S for Sugar absolutely stunning? :)

Don't argue anyone - just agree. :D

Spot on....

This is so so so just a stunning aeroplane! Must be nearly ten years old now? (The model not the real thing!:o )

Diamond nine

21st July 2011, 21:12

Dan214sqn

21st July 2011, 21:23

Shelf looking great dan:D Like you i always enjoy looking at other members collections for ideas and how they do it.I am moving home right now so all mine are in there boxes,all 400+ off them:LOL: nightmare.I have also just bought some off those clear display stands,like them alot.Look forward to more pics from you in the future:D

thanks mate, yeah i ordered some more earlier, they are a must i think for me now,thanks to SB,

400+ lol, u nutter, hope you are displayin some in your new pad, i take it you have purchased a large house!!!

Davidte2007

21st July 2011, 23:03

:cool Mate :cool ;) :D Love it!

eismeer

22nd July 2011, 02:18

Real nice bomber display Dan:cool:

dilligafocau

22nd July 2011, 05:23

...the great thing about bieng a member here is seeing other peoples displays and the way they display them, im always taking inspiration from various members and seeing how i can improve my own display, which i hope your all ok about.This particular set was inspired by finally seeing SB's collection.He is very clever in that he uses perspex stands to help space, and view better the aircraft, so..i thought id give it a go,

many thanks SB, hope u don't mind me using your ideas.Dan

Taking a look back through this thread i can really tell a big difference since becoming a member, in the way things are displayed and grouped, but mainly the aircraft in the collection, i only collected prop before i came here!!!

i hope you all approve.enjoy
http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0023-2.jpg

Wonderfully displayed Dan :cool:

Problem is.....where are you going to put the Stirling? :D

chris1966m

22nd July 2011, 06:55

Fantastic display Dan, :cool :cool :cool :) thanks for sharing

Dan214sqn

22nd July 2011, 07:33

Wonderfully displayed Dan :cool:

Problem is.....where are you going to put the Stirling? :D

ah ha...all under control mate ;)

Dan214sqn

22nd July 2011, 19:52

few more pics of the ''under maintenance'' cabinet displays

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0027-1.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0025-1.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0029-1.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0030.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0033-2.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0035-3.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0036-1.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0037-1.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0038-1.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0040-1.jpg

highnoon1966

22nd July 2011, 20:04

I do envy you those large display cabinets Dan, were they expensive? Looking for something that deep to get my 1:32's in.

Dan214sqn

22nd July 2011, 20:20

well they aint cheap, silver one was £200, wooden was a fortune, but i worked for the company for a while so got it a cost + VAT, and just bought another one today lol, exactly same as the wooden version for £80, BARGAIN dancing banana purchase.

but depth is quite important in this game :p

Davidte2007

22nd July 2011, 20:27

:D Now your talkin :D Glass big enough for a Mossie Hmmmm! :cool ;)

:) Collection's looking Nice M8ty ;) putting a bit of weight on with them Heavys i see! :D :) ;)

highnoon1966

22nd July 2011, 20:33

Dan214sqn

22nd July 2011, 20:38

:D Now your talkin :D Glass big enough for a Mossie Hmmmm! :cool ;)

:) Collection's looking Nice M8ty ;) putting a bit of weight on with them Heavys i see! :D :) ;)

bomber command bomber command bomber command bomber command
:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

Davidte2007

22nd July 2011, 20:41

bomber command bomber command bomber command bomber command
:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

:LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :rolleyes: :cool ;)

Dan214sqn

25th July 2011, 19:59

3 new arrivals this morning, and im over the moon with all 3, had to get the swordfish after seeing it at legends, been after this wessex for yonks, and my 1st bucc, which as predicted i wants more off now i have this, def one of corgi's top 10 models.

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0050.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0056.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0051-1.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0053.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0055.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0060.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0057.jpg

Sponge Bob

25th July 2011, 20:04

That's a cool Bucc you have there ;) must get the RN one's now :D

Dan214sqn

25th July 2011, 20:56

That's a cool Bucc you have there ;) must get the RN one's now :D

and so it begins

Craig

25th July 2011, 21:42

and so it begins
You know it makes sense! ;) :D

"Northern Express" winter one is still pretty easy to get and very nice... ;)

Dan214sqn

25th July 2011, 21:53

You know it makes sense! ;) :D

"Northern Express" winter one is still pretty easy to get and very nice... ;)

its a lovely model the bucc, il def be havin somemore :rolleyes:

highnoon1966

25th July 2011, 21:59

its a lovely model the bucc, il def be havin somemore :rolleyes:

You know it makes sense :) ;)

Diamond nine

25th July 2011, 22:47

New additions look great dan:D I knew you would love the buccy,one down,i suspect a few more to follow:LOL: I also have this one as you know and love it,one off the best.I also thought i would let you see this pic.It was taken a few weeks ago at the buccaneer petrol station in elgin.I was at the amred forces day at lossiemouth.It is indeed XW530:D
http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/cmc007vxr/P6250319.jpg

Craig

25th July 2011, 22:53

All this time I never realised the Elgin Bucc was the Corgi 12 Sqn one! :cool:

Diamond nine

25th July 2011, 23:09

All this time I never realised the Elgin Bucc was the Corgi 12 Sqn one! :cool:

It sure is craig,the very one:)

highnoon1966

26th July 2011, 06:11

This is a very fine website dedicated to the Buccaneer, a lot of info about all the individual airframes. A lot more schemes for Corgi to get there teeth into yet :)

http://www.blackburn-buccaneer.co.uk/

highnoon1966

26th July 2011, 06:17

All this time I never realised the Elgin Bucc was the Corgi 12 Sqn one! :cool:

That area of Scotland is well represented amoung the Corgi releases, two were based at Lossie (AA34101/AA34105) and one has ended up just down the road at Elgin (AA34102) If you ever get a chance to go into the Buccaneer filling station they have an amazing array if Whisky's for sale :)

Craig

26th July 2011, 10:53

That area of Scotland is well represented amoung the Corgi releases, two were based at Lossie (AA34101/AA34105) and one has ended up just down the road at Elgin (AA34102) If you ever get a chance to go into the Buccaneer filling station they have an amazing array if Whisky's for sale :)
I'm not a Whiskey man I'm afraid, but I did get the chance to stop and grab a photograph or two off the Bucc in passing... :cool:

eismeer

26th July 2011, 14:56

Very nice to see that that Elgin Bucc', which seem's to be easily accessible to the public, ie no fences etc, looks pretty much vandal free:cool:

Nice pic:cool:

parsig9

26th July 2011, 15:03

eismeer

26th July 2011, 15:09

What is it?

Think Craig posted it was or was formerly a 12Sqn Bucc':D

parsig9

26th July 2011, 15:25

Explains the retirement of the airframe I suppose. :p

highnoon1966

26th July 2011, 17:47

I'm not a Whiskey man I'm afraid, but I did get the chance to stop and grab a photograph or two off the Bucc in passing... :cool:

Me neither, just amazed me at the variety and price :eek: of some they had for sale.

Diamond nine

26th July 2011, 18:36

You guys have such great hatchbacks there. Not sure why you'd post a picture of it just as we were getting onto a good Bucc discussion. ;) Do like it.
What is it?[/QUOTE]

Thanks,the car is a Vauxhall Astra VXR Nurburgring Edition,No 118 of only 835.I took the pic for the vxr owners fourm,i just couldnt find the ones i took of the XW530 on her own.The aircraft is in good condition,she just needs a new coat off paint:D

Craig

26th July 2011, 18:44

You mean like this? ;)

http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n9/avrovulcan558/Aircraft/IMG_2790.jpg

highnoon1966

26th July 2011, 18:49

You mean like this? ;)

http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n9/avrovulcan558/Aircraft/IMG_2790.jpg

They certainly built the Bucc to last, fresh coat of paint and she'd look as good as new :)

Dan214sqn

26th July 2011, 20:03

great shots of the bucc, and the VXR, im a astra owner, love mine to bits.Not as flash as that vxr tho:(

parsig9

26th July 2011, 20:33

Thanks,the car is a Vauxhall Astra VXR Nurburgring Edition,No 118 of only 835.I took the pic for the vxr owners fourm,i just couldnt find the ones i took of the XW530 on her own.The aircraft is in good condition,she just needs a new coat off paint:D

I knew it was something special edition. We don't have Vauxhall here but the guys on Top Gear are always talking about them. Google search....

Hey!!! We have one here only we call it... Buick!:eek:

Buick Regal, Opel Insignia and Vauxhall same car? GM own all of the them must be???
Huh.

Back to Buccs. Sorry

Craig

26th July 2011, 20:47

I knew it was something special edition. We don't have Vauxhall here but the guys on Top Gear are always talking about them. Google search....

Hey!!! We have one here only we call it... Buick!:eek:

Buick Regal, Opel Insignia and Vauxhall same car? GM own all of the them must be???
Huh.

Back to Buccs. Sorry
There's a Vauxall Insignia over here, so suggest it's not the same...? :unsure:

COASTIE75

26th July 2011, 23:38

Aren't vauxhall and opel one and the same? Ie, both are General Motors, but Opels are German/European and Vauxhalls are UK? Opel insigina and vauxhall insignia are the same car, just as the opel kadett was the vauxhall astra - now both known as astras - I think! Where are all the petrol heads?? :LOL:

Oh and to stay on thread, lovely bucc, a pic similar to that has graced my pc desktop for many months now. Its in such good condition i think because the vast majority of the nearby residents are RAF and presumably the kids respect that!

Craig

26th July 2011, 23:42

Aren't vauxhall and opel one and the same? Ie, both are General Motors, but Opels are German/European and Vauxhalls are UK? Opel insigina and vauxhall insignia are the same car, just as the opel kadett was the vauxhall astra - now both known as astras - I think! Where are all the petrol heads?? :LOL:
Yep you're right, which is why an Opel Insignia can't be a Vauxhall Astra! ;) :)

COASTIE75

26th July 2011, 23:50

Yep you're right, which is why an Opel Insignia can't be a Vauxhall Astra! ;) :)

Sorry Craig, just reread the posts more closely and realised i got the wrong end of what you meant...my mistook, must try harder......:o

parsig9

27th July 2011, 03:47

Yep you're right, which is why an Opel Insignia can't be a Vauxhall Astra! ;) :)

That's what I meant. ;)

Dan214sqn

7th August 2011, 09:26

few pics of the recent incomings

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC_01690001.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC_01700001.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC_01710001.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC_01730001.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC_01750001.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC_01740001.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC_01760001.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC_01780001.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC_01790001.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC_01810001.jpg

Diamond nine

7th August 2011, 18:45

Very nice Dan:D Swordfish is a stunning model:D ,i have three myself:) The Royal Navy Historic Flight one is a beauty,well worth looking out for that example.

Dan214sqn

7th August 2011, 19:38

Very nice Dan:D Swordfish is a stunning model:D ,i have three myself:) The Royal Navy Historic Flight one is a beauty,well worth looking out for that example.

funny you should mention that one, had it in my hand in wales last week , Craig was saying its one of the best but i plumped for the other one

Sponge Bob

7th August 2011, 19:50

funny you should mention that one, had it in my hand in wales last week

I hope you left the poor sheep alone :LOL:

24590613

7th August 2011, 19:58

Aren't vauxhall and opel one and the same? Ie, both are General Motors, but Opels are German/European and Vauxhalls are UK? Opel insigina and vauxhall insignia are the same car, just as the opel kadett was the vauxhall astra - now both known as astras - I think! Where are all the petrol heads?? :LOL:
!

Used to be Opel Kaddett / Vauxhall Astra - now just Astra
Used to be Opel Vectra / Vauxhall Cavalier - both became Vectra but now discontinued
Vauxhall / Opel Insignia is the new one
Used to be Vauxhall Nova / Opel Corsa - now just Corsa

Dan214sqn

7th August 2011, 20:00

Used to be Opel Kaddett / Vauxhall Astra - now just Astra
Used to be Opel Vectra / Vauxhall Cavalier - both became Vectra but now discontinued
Vauxhall / Opel Insignia is the new one
Used to be Vauxhall Nova / Opel Corsa - now just Corsa

maybe one for the vauxhall thread???? :p

Dan214sqn

7th August 2011, 20:07

I hope you left the poor sheep alone :LOL:

i wondered how long it was going to be before the sheep were mentioned....well done SB....ur the 1st

Davidte2007

7th August 2011, 20:15

:D Great Additions Mate :cool :cool Well done

Dan214sqn

9th August 2011, 21:39

few pics of the latest arrivals inc them in position on display

got my second bucc today, gulf war version
http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC_00020001.jpg

and with her friend
http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC_00030001.jpg

Droped the mrs of at meadow hall tonight, on collecting her i thought id have a quick look in modelzone, i dragged her in kicking and screaming, whildt i was looking through the cabinet glass she came over to me with this in her hand....big smile and said 'its on sale, think of your penny's' so...i had it @ £19.99, nice result i though...good owd mrs 214.
http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC_00040001.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC_00080001.jpg

got my pride and joy doe spit in place aswell :D :D :D
http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC_00090001.jpg

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FierytheAngelsFell

9th August 2011, 22:11

That 12 Squadron Buccaneer is an absolute beauty. I don't do post war and jets but I could make an exception for that one. I still remember the RAF recruitment film that was shown while I was at still at school (over thirty years ago!) called '12 Squadron Buccaneers' which had a soundtrack by Vangelis (his album 'Spiral'). I recall they had some lovely flying shots accompanied by the track 'To the Unknown Man' (the same music used for the World Championship snooker on the BBC a while back). It was magic. Love the Buccaneer.

Oh, and, of course, the Doe Spitfire is rather superb too.

Lovely pictures. Thanks for sharing.

NOTE to self: Get a 12 Squadron Buccaneer.

REPLY to self: You've already bought and sold that model twice. Make your mind up.

REPLY to self: I'm a die-cast collector. I change my mind about my collecting priorities make stupid decisions all the time.

REPLY to self: But if you buy the Buccaneer AGAIN you'll start buying jets and where will that lead?

Dan214sqn

10th August 2011, 07:36

Diamond nine

10th August 2011, 17:44

Very nice Dan:D Glad you got the 12sqn buccy,she is a beauty,well done on picking up that one.

And a red arrow aswell:cool just the one though:LOL: :LOL: :LOL:

Collection coming along well Dan:D

Dan214sqn

10th August 2011, 21:28

Very nice Dan:D Glad you got the 12sqn buccy,she is a beauty,well done on picking up that one.

And a red arrow aswell:cool just the one though:LOL: :LOL: :LOL:

Collection coming along well Dan:D

mate...they had 6 red arrows in stock on sale....guess who i thought of!!!!!! then when i told the mrs.....she looked back at me very seriously, she didnt have to say it...lol...i just left it at one!

collection is in fine feckle at the moment

Dan214sqn

10th August 2011, 21:58

lancer3397

10th August 2011, 23:17

a) what make are the huge glass cabinets you are using to be able to get a 1/32 mosquito in

b) on page 1 you refer to a 1/48 lancaster which seems to have exhaust streaks on, who made that? (unless it's a plastic kit you made?)

Dan214sqn

11th August 2011, 12:36

Craig

12th August 2011, 00:30

funny you should mention that one, had it in my hand in wales last week , Craig was saying its one of the best but i plumped for the other one

<shakes head>

You're not getting this at all Dan! You were supposed to get BOTH! :D ;)

Honestly, these newcomers... :rolleyes: :D ;)

Craig

12th August 2011, 00:31

Nice find on the Bucc by the way, one of the few I'm still to get :cool

Dan214sqn

12th August 2011, 07:49

<shakes head>

You're not getting this at all Dan! You were supposed to get BOTH! :D ;)

Honestly, these newcomers... :rolleyes: :D ;)

one day il learn....one day....

Nice find on the Bucc by the way, one of the few I'm still to get :cool

navy one next ...or red flag ...OR BOTH!!!!!!!!:D :LOL: :LOL: :rolleyes:

Dan214sqn

24th August 2011, 19:22

two new arrivals today, courtesy of the wing commander flap, as my interest in the RAF cold war era grows, so does my diecast collection on the topic.Very pleased with these two indeed.

Anti flash white does its job also, they were a pig to photograph in hurry :rolleyes:

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0085.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0087-1.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0088-1.jpg

Wingcomanderflap

24th August 2011, 19:51

Looking good there Dano.....thanks for giving them a good home :)

Dan214sqn

24th August 2011, 20:16

Looking good there Dano.....thanks for giving them a good home :)
book em dano..
my pleasure chris, nice to of dealt with with yet another great forumite.Top members on here

highnoon1966

24th August 2011, 20:58

Very nice Dan :cool , like the blue steel in flight on the Victor stand. You getting the Valiant to complete the trio?

Dan214sqn

24th August 2011, 21:16

Very nice Dan :cool , like the blue steel in flight on the Victor stand. You getting the Valiant to complete the trio?

you betya!!!!

just tryin to locate a cheapie!!! bien the tight git i am,

i have got the airfix '72 scale Valiant to do aswell :D :D :D

Dan214sqn

7th September 2011, 13:09

...after seeing Thunders thread and the superb job he has made on his dio, also with Foz starting his dio build i thought id have a go at one myself.

Got my board 1150 x 568 mm, so its a nice size

Ordered my verlinden tarmac for runways and track

Just going to nip into Derby modelzone for some grass, wont need much as most will be tarmac.

Got a skaledale contol tower, but also purchased a made airfix one with refueling wagons of the bay this morning for a tenner....BARGAIN, ready made and painted.Take a bow son :D

so, how have you chaps attacthed the grass and tarmac to your boards? glue? clearly dont want to bubble the tarmac sheets or grassd areas?

your help would be much appreciated.:)

Foz

7th September 2011, 14:19

I just used the pva glue and placed it on the mat and the wooden board then stuck it down, then used a rollin pin to press out any bubbles haha. Worked a treat for me.

Looking forward to seeing the outcome. Don't forget the scenic background haha. I've also got the same control tower but not yet used it. Don't seem to have room. Think I need a bigger board.

Quite enjoyed watching it come together piece by piece. Thunder. Gave. Good hint, that was not to glue down the foliage etc so that you can place it anywhere anytime If you fancy a change :)

Dan214sqn

7th September 2011, 15:18

Foz

7th September 2011, 15:39

PVA, bonus, we flog that at work ;)

will put a few pics as i go along.

Not going to glue anything into postion for the same reasons suggested.

Backdrops will be the final addition, going to concentrate on lay out for the time bieng, as my board will be about 75% tarmac.

Also thinking of doing a flypast dio of the BBMF, as skalesale so a church thats very similar to church in my village, how cool what that look lol...nutter:wacko:

A BBMF flypast eh?

This i have to see :) just make sure its the Hurri in the foreground haha. Its much better looking than the Spit..... :D

I've been working all the hours god sends this week so not had much time to play around. Maybe tonight....... and maybe some pics with the camera if we've got it back.

I noticed you have a few jets in your collection, so tarmac would be good for you :) i have no jets and nothing but WW2 planes so i can get away with nothing but grass haha. Get in their my son.

Though i did try tarmac.... and it went disasterously wrong :(

Get them pics up!!

Dan214sqn

7th September 2011, 16:02

Foz

7th September 2011, 16:44

yeah few SELECT jets in the collection, im not a mad jet person, but a couple of examples float my boat.Mainly cold war stuff, the odd modern one has crept in here and there, as expected with these lot on ere :unsure: :rolleyes::LOL: so using mainly tarmac to cater for jets and WW2.

picking my grass up tonight, quite excited, need to get out more!!!

putting a large runway in as i have a 1/72 valiant to build soon, and when she is complete i think the dio would look great with her in taxi.:D

Sounds like you've got a great idea of what you want to do :D

I need to get myself some more grass after demolishing the last one quite badly haha.

Its great fun watching it all come together. Its taking the right shot i found to be annoying.

Recieved the "gentleman jim" P51 today so may try a photo op with that and a couple of other P51 legends... (im not a huge 51 fan haha).

The Defiant Man

7th September 2011, 17:44

picking my grass up tonight, quite excited,

http://smileys.on-my-web.com/repository/Smoking/smoking-dope-019.gif

Don't play with the models whilst under the influence.....:D :D :D

Dan214sqn

7th September 2011, 18:44

time to start building, will put some pics up later if get chance :D

Dan214sqn

7th September 2011, 19:54

prob more chance of coming under attack from the locals rather than jerry or the ruskys....but a pill box will act as a good deterrant :D

put the lawn down tonight, the white paper is going to be tarmac when it arrives.

Backdrops are clearly a must, and really finish off, but it will be the last thing i do, have a great idea part of the runway....all will be revealed shortly.;)

your thoughts are most welcome guys.chin chin :)

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0019-1.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0018.jpg

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Diamond nine

7th September 2011, 21:00

Coming along well Dan,look forward to seeing the finished results.:D Love the shelters by the way,were did you get them from??

Christian

7th September 2011, 21:06

Looks very cool Dan. :cool

Dan214sqn

7th September 2011, 21:12

thanks, yeah im looking forward to the next steps now,

the huts are from modelzone, i chose them over the skaledale version as they were longer, with the dio bien quite big i feared the hornby versions looking dwarfed.

COASTIE75

7th September 2011, 21:13

I love these dioramas, I'm working on one myself. Just about everything you need is available in 1/72, in some form or another - except for a hanger, or a HAS. There must be a market for that type of thing, shirley?

I've got the old Corgi/Metcalfe 1/144 one, which would just need scaling up (or is it down?). I've thought about copying it electronically and scaling it myself but printing it out will be next to impossible - presumably there will be copyright issues in getting that done commercially?

Anyway, looks good Dan, looking forward to the updates!

Dan214sqn

7th September 2011, 21:19

Davidte2007

7th September 2011, 22:17

:LOL: What what what! :D :cool

:D catchin up! been struggling with the forum past 24hr+ :( down load speed :eek:

:D Any way looks like i'm back :D

:D A BBMF Fly Past eh! ;) :cool :D

Dan214sqn

8th September 2011, 07:35

:LOL: What what what! :D :cool

:D catchin up! been struggling with the forum past 24hr+ :( down load speed :eek:

:D Any way looks like i'm back :D

:D A BBMF Fly Past eh! ;) :cool :D

yeah, could be a pipe dream, but when i have finished this dio, im sure il fancy doing somethin else, BBMF flypast over the church at the dedication to a memorial??? sounds good....but a challenge

Foz

8th September 2011, 07:59

Looking good so far mate, once you start though you can't stop :( keep the pics coming. Next on my want list is 1:72 fuel drums etc.

Dan214sqn

8th September 2011, 12:54

waiting game now for the postman, itching to get some more work done :rolleyes:

highnoon1966

8th September 2011, 19:47

waiting game now for the postman, itching to get some more work done :rolleyes:

That's probably some loose bits of grass got somewhere they shouldn't :LOL: Loving the Dio Dan, looking forward to seeing the finished project :)

Dan214sqn

8th September 2011, 20:52

That's probably some loose bits of grass got somewhere they shouldn't :LOL: Loving the Dio Dan, looking forward to seeing the finished project :)

:LOL: it is a bit like that the grass, sounds like you speak from experience matey.

glad you think its lookin ok, hard at the moment, think the tarmac will make a big difference when in place, will it come tommorrow???? hope so:(

Dan214sqn

9th September 2011, 13:00

backscene and refuel lorrys arrived today :D

guess what im doing tonight

highnoon1966

9th September 2011, 14:49

backscene and refuel lorrys arrived today :D

guess what im doing tonight

What Lorrys did you get, HM Bedfords?

Dan214sqn

9th September 2011, 19:44

HM bedfords :LOL: :LOL: @ £15 a pop..:eek: :eek:

more like airfix!!!!

Dan214sqn

11th September 2011, 15:03

ok, backdrop arrived, plans to fix then the way i wanted have been delayed, tarmac still not arrived and fence on order, so still loads to do, but heres a set that shows just how much difference a back drop makes, when you decide to photgraph it correctly!!! :o

desert blenheim is the only one i have gear down, so no moaning!!!! :D ;)

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0044.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0043-1.jpg

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highnoon1966

11th September 2011, 15:07

Great progress Dan, gives a real feel of how the finished article will look :cool :)

Blenheim has good cammo match with the MDF your using for a base board, could almost be sand :)

These like the tarmac your waiting for? ;)

http://i637.photobucket.com/albums/uu97/highnoon1966/20100216-195727-511.jpg

http://i637.photobucket.com/albums/uu97/highnoon1966/20100216-195727-511-1.jpg

Dan214sqn

11th September 2011, 15:11

thanks, haha yes that the stuff, if only i had a colour printer :LOL: :rolleyes:

Diamond nine

11th September 2011, 15:12

Well done Dan:D Your Dio is coming along very well.Like the back drop,your right about it making a huge difference.With all this talk about dio's lately i think its time i got mine finished.Bought some fencing of evil-bay this morning.Going shopping tomorrow to Edinburgh with the good lady tomorrow,see if i can find some barracks/shelters and then all i need after that is a good back drop then put it all togther.Look forward to seeing more pics later as it come together.:D

highnoon1966

11th September 2011, 15:16

thanks, haha yes that the stuff, if only i had a colour printer :LOL: :rolleyes:

Pity, that was my thought ;) although i guess it would have used up a fair bit of ink printing all the ones you need.

Dan214sqn

11th September 2011, 15:18

Pity, that was my thought ;) although i guess it would have used up a fair bit of ink printing all the ones you need.

still cheaper though, il bare it in mind. thanks for that mate :)

Gaz Mk1

11th September 2011, 15:30

Dan214sqn

11th September 2011, 15:35

Looking great up to now Dan. But what's happened to the collecting will have stop for a while after buying a house. :D Didn't think you could go too long without buying something aircraft related. :LOL:

ha, about that !!! :LOL:

we have been given an exchange contracts date of the 26th, so getting as much in before that date as poss Gaz, payed for 4 models this week, it been rather expensive :wacko: :rolleyes: :D

Gaz Mk1

11th September 2011, 15:45

ha, about that !!! :LOL:

we have been given an exchange contracts date of the 26th, so getting as much in before that date as poss Gaz, payed for 4 models this week, it been rather expensive :wacko: :rolleyes: :D

Get some pre-orders in before the 26th. Then when they turn up the excuse you will be able to use for your better half is, I ordered them before I knew we were going to move. :D

Dan214sqn

11th September 2011, 15:50

Get some pre-orders in before the 26th. Then when they turn up the excuse you will be able to use for your better half is, I ordered them before I knew we were going to move. :D

stirling and mozzie 1/32 bagged this week mate...;)

The Defiant Man

11th September 2011, 16:10

.With all this talk about dio's lately i think its time i got mine finished.

I think it's about time I got mine started.....only been meaning to do it for about 5 years.....:rolleyes: :o :LOL:

Good progress Dan......the Blenheim obviously passing through to its deployment......:D

Davidte2007

11th September 2011, 17:42

Dan214sqn

11th September 2011, 17:51

:D Great progress Mate looking well ;)

:D Hmmmmm! even tempting me to get me finger back out! :D

:( Just that where on earth will i find a 2mtr lenth back drop with out having to go to a studio and pay through the nose :eek: Or i'll have to paint the cardboard :eek: :eek: by hand Not !

:D Look forward to end result :cool

that backdrop comes in a 3 pack mate, im going to join mine together eventually and that cant be far of 2M when joined shirley. maybe look at getting 2 packs and putting them as one.

gaugemaster makes them

Dan214sqn

11th September 2011, 20:32

at RAF Alfreton, the aussies prepare for another night of terror

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ZS-VAN

11th September 2011, 20:56

Been bust these last few days have you? ;) Good stuff!!! :cool

Dan214sqn

11th September 2011, 21:04

Been bust these last few days have you? ;) Good stuff!!! :cool

can you tell..:LOL:

Davidte2007

11th September 2011, 21:23

:LOL: :LOL: Very Good ;) :cool :cool :D

Dan214sqn

17th September 2011, 08:51

nearly there, few shots of progress

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Dakota

17th September 2011, 09:53

Looking :cool Dan, bet you're pleased with how it's coming together.

How many lightnings do you think you can fit on that hard standing?

scuttle69

17th September 2011, 11:12

looks real nice i need to get a diroma like that for my cabinets when they are done may need your advice on a few things dan seeing your the diroma king .

where did you get those nissen huts ?

eismeer

17th September 2011, 12:18

Thats a neat little set up Dan:cool:

dilligafocau

17th September 2011, 12:32

nearly there, few shots of progress

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Well displayed and photographed :cool:

Dan214sqn

17th September 2011, 12:42

Looking :cool Dan, bet you're pleased with how it's coming together.

How many lightnings do you think you can fit on that hard standing?

thanks Dak, maybe 6 lightnings without looking to crowded. Will photograph a lot more when i have moved, alot of stock is boxed up waiting for its new home.

looks real nice i need to get a diroma like that for my cabinets when they are done may need your advice on a few things dan seeing your the diroma king .

where did you get those nissen huts ?

All my ideas were taken from thunder and foz mate
the huts are from modelzone

the_old_un

17th September 2011, 19:44

Great stuff Dan :cool

I am working on a 1:48 Diorama which will take ages to put together :wacko:

Diamond nine

17th September 2011, 19:44

Looking great Dan:cool :D The Diorama is coming along very well:D You have done a great job.Lots of hours off fun with what you have created:D

Ive been buying a few things for mine so am going to get it finished soon.

Look forward to more pics:D keep them coming:D

Davidte2007

17th September 2011, 21:03

:cool Getting there Mate ;)

Wingcomanderflap

17th September 2011, 22:05

Looking good Dan...excellent shots :)

Thunder64

17th September 2011, 22:37

Dan214sqn

18th September 2011, 10:02

Looking good there Dan, that's a nice size dio your creating.:cool:

How did you make your fence, looks like you have used aluminium mesh?

Really like your Nissen huts as well, you mentioned you got them from Modelzone but could you advise on the make?

Keep up the good work Dan, looking forward to seeing more photo's.

thanks for the comments guys

fence was:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/290608015155?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_714wt_1185

nissen huts are scenecraft by bachman, expensive but i preferred them to the shorter hornby versions

scuttle69

18th September 2011, 11:35

thanks for the comments guys

fence was:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/290608015155?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_714wt_1185

nissen huts are scenecraft by bachman, expensive but i preferred them to the shorter hornby versions

yup i see those huts they look pretty good compared to the hornby skaldale ones in theory your not loosing out much as those ones you have retail at about 15-17 pounds skaledale ones are about 7-8 pounds and half the size so your kinda breaking even really but for a better looking hut .

i dont like the colour sheme on the skaledale huts but still a good little model

highnoon1966

19th September 2011, 14:21

Looking good Dan, some very nicely composed frightning shots :cool

Dan214sqn

19th September 2011, 18:56

Looking good Dan, some very nicely composed frightning shots :cool

thanks, glad you guys like it

looking forward to finishing it off, got a photography spot for the future then

Dan214sqn

20th September 2011, 17:52

latest arrivals

wellington R Robert - cracking model, i completely love it, love the corgi casting of the wimpey, will go pride of place in the cabinet once i have moved house.

Fri 13th halibag - again a stunning model and stunning casting, up to my 4th halifax now and love them all, this could pip top spot though

I LOVE CORGI HEAVIES DOT COM

look quite good on the nearly finished dio

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one more of the evening shots before the big raid
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Diamond nine

20th September 2011, 18:13

Very nice Dan:D Your getting good with the photos now buddy,like the Halifax starting up and the last shot in the dark light,very nice.Dio is looking great to,what else do you have planned for it or are you keeping your cards close to your chest:LOL: :D

Dan214sqn

20th September 2011, 18:19

thanks, glad you like them

some general tidy up bits D9 to do, and i have got the length of 3mm clear perspex which i plan to sink into one end of the runway so i can display the first moment of 'wheels up',

got a bush to trim and poke into shape aswell :unsure: :D :LOL: :rolleyes:

Dan214sqn

23rd October 2011, 17:16

following the house move, and as promised, a rather extensive look at my new layout in the man cave.Still got the prints to move over but thought id better get the diecast sorted 1st.Hope you like the pics.enjoy.:)

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LIGHTNING ESCORT
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SQUADRON WINGS 1:48
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highnoon1966

23rd October 2011, 17:24

Cracking collection display as ever Dan :) :cool

The Defiant Man

23rd October 2011, 17:38

Cracking display.....:cool

Vulcan & Victor pic quite atmospheric in its own way.....:cool

Poor old FM B-17 missed the cut......:D

eismeer

23rd October 2011, 17:49

Looks real neat Dan:cool:

Diamond nine

23rd October 2011, 18:02

Very nice Dan:D Well done.Very well laid out,not all jammed together and all round its a cracking collection to be proud off.Thanks for posting and will always look forward to your pics.

Ive still not finished my Dio yet,you know what its like when you move home.Just finished some nice Italier barracks for it though,getting there.Thanks again.:D

Craig

23rd October 2011, 18:16

very nice indeed matey! you're lucky to have cabinets big enuogh for t6he Mossies. Presume that was an eBay purchase? :(

Gaz Mk1

23rd October 2011, 18:33

Great display Dan. :cool: Love the Para.

scott

23rd October 2011, 18:46

Dan214sqn

23rd October 2011, 19:11

Cracking display.....:cool

Vulcan & Victor pic quite atmospheric in its own way.....:cool

Poor old FM B-17 missed the cut......:D

she will be mate, she resides atop of my militaria cabinet, hense 214sqn

very nice indeed matey! you're lucky to have cabinets big enuogh for t6he Mossies. Presume that was an eBay purchase? :(

yes mate silver cab was a ebay purchase, wooden was is a bentley tokyo and hugely expensive, however i got it through the trade cheaper.:rolleyes:

Love it :):cool :cool :cool :cool :cool
Whats the story on the Lanc ?

Tamiya 1 48 kit...piccadilly princess livery. super cool model :cool

the_old_un

23rd October 2011, 20:01

A credit to you Dan. Great stuff :)

bh2

23rd October 2011, 20:03

The paratrooper looks interesting... tell me about him.

Great collection and display!

The Defiant Man

23rd October 2011, 20:19

she will be mate, she resides atop of my militaria cabinet, hense 214sqn

Ah, right.... I should've realised:o at 1/48 it was perhaps a tad too big to go inside.....

Sponge Bob

23rd October 2011, 20:20

Just stunning :eek:

the_old_un

23rd October 2011, 20:22

Bob, it's probably this or something very similar.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Figure-Home-1-6-WWII-12-US-101st-Airborne-Paratrooper-/350490006414?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item519ad5138e

Ken

23rd October 2011, 20:24

I love those Wellingtons especially the ASW versions. A 1/48 kit is on my wish list. Great to have your own space isn't it? Get the prints , books and a small fridge, hotplate and porta potty and you never have to leave :LOL:

Dan214sqn

23rd October 2011, 20:30

The paratrooper looks interesting... tell me about him.

Great collection and display!

He is a Dragon 1/6th para, 1st figure of the limited range labelled ''SOLDAT''
had it years following the Band of Brothers mini series.

I love those Wellingtons especially the ASW versions. A 1/48 kit is on my wish list. Great to have your own space isn't it? Get the prints , books and a small fridge, hotplate and porta potty and you never have to leave :LOL:

:LOL: :LOL: think the mrs may have something to say about that :cool

Thanks for all the kind words guys.Glad you like the display

Davidte2007

23rd October 2011, 20:31

:D Oh Yeh..... Beautiful Line Up :cool :cool ;)

:D Mate Well done them cabinets are bang on. ;)

:D Yep! Stunning ;) I'll be back for another drool ;) :D :cool

tsr2

23rd October 2011, 20:36

Very nice Dan :cool

Dan214sqn

23rd October 2011, 20:43

:D Oh Yeh..... Beautiful Line Up :cool :cool ;)

:D Mate Well done them cabinets are bang on. ;)

:D Yep! Stunning ;) I'll be back for another drool ;) :D :cool

come back anytime mate :LOL: :D
hope your well Dave

Foz

23rd October 2011, 20:57

wow mate,

superb, absolutely superb. Love the RAF uniform on display.

10/10 mate.

Dan214sqn

24th October 2011, 12:19

thanks foz, glad you enjoyed the pics

Merlin G.C.

24th October 2011, 19:50

Excellent collection Dan :cool ; looks like you've got strong shelving there... ;)

Dan214sqn

24th October 2011, 20:02

Excellent collection Dan :cool ; looks like you've got strong shelving there... ;)

haha, yeah, good jib n'all !!!

love my heavies.....more more more more :D :D :D :D

Davidte2007

24th October 2011, 20:24

:D I'm Back! :D

:) Need to see that 1/48 Fortress M8ty ;)

:cool You got me there Dan :D Let me see. let me see. :D

:D off for another butchers.!!!!! :D

Dan214sqn

24th October 2011, 20:30

:D I'm Back! :D

:) Need to see that 1/48 Fortress M8ty ;)

:cool You got me there Dan :D Let me see. let me see. :D

:D off for another butchers.!!!!! :D

top man

there are some pics i took in a thread about the '48 fortress,
if im honest im no fan of the franklin mint stuff, the b-17 is not far of trash, but it carries certain markings!!!! :D and at £20 as you can imagine, i had to buy it.

Davidte2007

24th October 2011, 20:41

Dan214sqn

24th October 2011, 20:58

:eek: 20 bucks what more can you ask for ;) :cool

:D Well young man you have excelled yourself corker of a Display you've put together there Dan :) ;)

;) The Tribute Cabinet is a Pearl :cool: :cool: (Very Special)

yeah vry close to my heart that

Still go to get round to telling you guys the story behind that, including digging his crash site in Norfolk, maybe a read for when the nights draw in a bit more, will be quite a big thread id imagine.:unsure:

Dan214sqn

29th October 2011, 08:37

got my prints up in the man cave, can only get 5 up due to wall space, so a rotation procedure will be introduced.

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got these dirt cheap, makes for great signature collecting, 2 more on the way:D
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Dan214sqn

3rd November 2011, 18:04

....picked up the first corgi 202sqn seaking today from a fellow member of the forum flock...£45.....:eek: :D :D ;) ....result.Fits in lovely with my other stuff :) also have the wessex but no whirlwind yet, that new valley seaking will be here one day aswell!!!! enjoy

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Craig

3rd November 2011, 18:15

Jammy sod been after one of those for some years! Nice find :)

the_old_un

3rd November 2011, 18:57

schwinehund. This isn't fair! He has me hooked :D

highnoon1966

3rd November 2011, 19:04

That's a cracking line-up Dan, well composed with the prints and badge :cool :) .

Dan214sqn

3rd November 2011, 20:09

Jammy sod been after one of those for some years! Nice find :)

:D :D not one to gloat but....£45

thanks for the comments guys...Stew i want a word with you, expect a PM soon...nothing to worry about old chap:)

Davidte2007

3rd November 2011, 20:35

:) Magic :cool :cool ;)

scott

3rd November 2011, 20:38

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0041-4.jpg

Looks good and i dont do Yellow things :)

Dan214sqn

3rd November 2011, 20:48

yellow stuff is held very highly with me.wrote to the guys at valley last week, hoping to get some snaps of them in action soon ;)

dilligafocau

3rd November 2011, 21:17

Nice pick up Dan :cool ......though I can't believe ya did'nt haggle.....it's 2nd hand fer gawd's sake :eek: :D

Dan214sqn

3rd November 2011, 22:09

Nice pick up Dan :cool ......though I can't believe ya did'nt haggle.....it's 2nd hand fer gawd's sake :eek: :D

didnt want to push my luck, i never thought id get one that cheap, was that maybe RRP on its release??????????

how stupid do ya think i feel leaving the culdrose navy sea king for £60 @ duxford, shoulda filled by boots there aswell :rolleyes: ....the times i have found myself saying those words

Diamond nine

3rd November 2011, 22:51

Very nice dan,like it with the squadron prints:cool: :D :D

Danbuoy

3rd November 2011, 23:12

Very nice little ensemble! And a welcome splash of yellow on the forum!

jimbuna

4th November 2011, 11:32

Very nice indeed Dan http://imgcash2.imageshack.us/img524/4295/rockry4.gif

Striker1

6th November 2011, 03:01

Any sign of a Tornado F.3 yet? Hear Corgi have a quite good one. Also you should try and get a line up - like a flightline - of your RAF Fast Jets - in time line formation - on your amazing Airfield set up, well done on that looks fantastic.

Dan214sqn

25th November 2011, 20:11

with moving house my mum has done some stella tidying up at ''home'', and she rang me earlier to say id forgotton a plane!!! :eek: :eek: this is what she meant...forgot i even owned it!!!

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1:18 stuka...wow...chuffed to bits its seen the light of day agan...then this from the old days when i was a nipper..

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:LOL: :LOL: :LOL: brill

the_old_un

25th November 2011, 20:28

' Dan the Thunderbirds Man '

Nice pics of the akuts mate

highnoon1966

25th November 2011, 20:32

' Dan the Thunderbirds Man '

Nice pics of the akuts mate

F.A.B. :)

the_old_un

25th November 2011, 20:35

Just hope he aint got a yeller rug and a pink roller........:D :LOL: :LOL: :LOL:

Dan214sqn

25th November 2011, 20:57

Just hope he aint got a yeller rug and a pink roller........:D :LOL: :LOL: :LOL:

shockin :LOL:

the_old_un

25th November 2011, 21:23

Twasnt me me lady must have been Scott, Virgil, Alan, Gordon or John. :D

Danbuoy

25th November 2011, 23:14

How do you miss a 1:18 Stuka??? :eek: Nice to be reunited with it though!!! Love the Thunderbird 2! Used to have a t shirt with that on the front when I was 12!!:LOL:

Davidte2007

26th November 2011, 05:01

:) Stuka is Lovely Mate would be perfect dangling from little Ed's bedroom ceiling :D So His 1/18 Spit (Lambeth) :cool :cool Could Bag One.! :D ;)

:) As for the T2 (F.A.B) Well that is Awesome memories :D ;) :cool

Dan214sqn

26th November 2011, 08:21

How do you miss a 1:18 Stuka??? :eek: Nice to be reunited with it though!!! Love the Thunderbird 2! Used to have a t shirt with that on the front when I was 12!!:LOL:

mums loft for...must be 10 years...but i hear your point

Dan214sqn

28th November 2011, 17:10

firstly, if sniper see's this, thankyou for pointing these out in a thread a few weeks ago!!!

Secondly, and most importantly....Thankyou Stew !!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;) :D ''THE MAN''

hope you like ...

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need another set now doe the Prince William scheme !!

the_old_un

28th November 2011, 18:43

Great pics Danno :D

Straight out of the paint shop! She needs a bit of muck on her :LOL:

highnoon1966

28th November 2011, 18:55

Great pics Danno :D

Straight out of the paint shop! She needs a bit of muck on her :LOL:

The figures look superb S, very nice work as usual :cool how do you fit all you do into a day :unsure:

Davidte2007

28th November 2011, 19:16

:) Like it :) Like it :) Like it :) like:) like:) like:) like:) like:) Like it.....:D

the_old_un

28th November 2011, 19:22

Just warming up G :D

Need to do more on the diorama ;)

More on the aircraft carrier :)

More on the `what if` USN F15 :p

Refurbing an F16 :wacko:

Skyhawk nearly finished :)

Housework done and to make a start on painting the bedroom :mad:

Oh and the Lancaster :D

Think thats it for the mo :LOL:

Sponge Bob

28th November 2011, 20:14

I must get myself a yellow Sea King :rolleyes:

the_old_un

28th November 2011, 20:46

3 on the bay at this moment Bob. Bit pricey but they look good.

Dan214sqn

28th November 2011, 21:27

they do fetch good money the sea kings, not overly sure as to why????

I adore them :cool

figures make them10 times better also IMPO.

202sqn for £45 tho recently, has to be one of my al time best buys.!

the_old_un

28th November 2011, 21:30

Hi Danno, Jumblies £150 :unsure: Another £115 The other was bids starting at? Cant remember mate :LOL:

Dan214sqn

28th November 2011, 22:04

£150...ouch...wouldnt pay that, I had the RNAS Culdose sea king in my hands at duxford this year at £60 and left it :wacko: :wacko:

a fool and his money are easily parted as my old man says....i brought a lightning instead :LOL: :LOL:

highnoon1966

28th November 2011, 22:06

the_old_un

28th November 2011, 22:18

Oh and I do eat eat and sleep now and again :LOL:

Booked another week in Jersey for the air show. If theres no fog and rain :mad:

Nah it cant be cancelled two years in a row - Can it?

fozzy45

28th November 2011, 22:38

Just going through your pictures again Dan and I must say you have a great collection:) I particularly like the RAF "Heavy" contingent, although the Sea Kings looks special. I don't have any myself, but just might now take the plunge. As you say - a fool and his money:wacko:

eismeer

29th November 2011, 15:02

So long as yer not fussy about which yellow SAR Seaking you have in yer collection best option for those looking to add one has to be to go for the pre-order Corgi Training Flight one.

45squid or 150..........mmmmmm, know which one i would go for:)

Dan214sqn

6th December 2011, 18:23

latest arrival.......and i have no idea why i purchased it.....crazy....quite like it though. its the only lufty on display, wheather it stays that way i aint decided yet, but will prob be loft bound with the 109's....

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0006-11.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0004-12.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0005-9.jpg

highnoon1966

6th December 2011, 18:45

It might feel happier with the 109's, bet it's bricking it in amoung all the RAF birds :D

Craig

6th December 2011, 19:08

Agent X20

6th December 2011, 20:06

The Snaufer model is a cracker if you can get it...

It the one thats currently being 'dumped'...:eek:

prune

6th December 2011, 20:49

It the one thats currently being 'dumped'...:eek:

Js has them at £30, a 2,000 run model of a famous German ace and a great model,and they couldn't get em all away.750 too many?:unsure:

Dan214sqn

6th December 2011, 20:53

this was from j's @ £30 :unsure:

Diamond nine

6th December 2011, 21:03

Nice new arrival dan:D

Craig

6th December 2011, 23:18

this was from j's @ £30 :unsure:
Well get the Schnaufer as well while you still can! an absolute cracker. I think the problem you have is for the Me110 most people reckon £30 ish is not far under what they SHOULD have cost to start with... :unsure:

eismeer

7th December 2011, 15:19

Js has them at £30, a 2,000 run model of a famous German ace and a great model,and they couldn't get em all away.750 too many?:unsure:

Some guy sold about 5 of these on the 'bay last week for £29.99 with free p&p.

I never took advantage but really wish i had, looks a great piece of diecast:cool:

Looks good in the collection Dan:)

Agent X20

7th December 2011, 17:02

@ Eis.....

...according to TDM Corgi have em at 30 notes post free..... bish bosh done deal....

.. as I posted on the Corgi thread....

Gotta wonder just how many of those Schnaufers they sold at retail as mine came from diecast door to door man as a dumped unit....

.. and its a crackin bit of diecast if you can ever get it in or outta the box...:mad:

http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h61/AgentX20/Corgi%20172/110001.jpg

Dan214sqn

7th December 2011, 18:11

what scheme is it?

highnoon1966

7th December 2011, 18:38

what scheme is it?

This one :) Got four coat stands stuck on the front for some reason :D

http://www.corgi.co.uk/_images/assets/product-directory/product-large/AA38502-1.jpg

eismeer

8th December 2011, 02:00

@ Eis.....

...according to TDM Corgi have em at 30 notes post free..... bish bosh done deal....

http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h61/AgentX20/Corgi%20172/110001.jpg

Thanks for the heads Agent but i already have the Schnaufer one, it was the Charleville 110 in Dan's pic i was referring to:)

Your right about it being a cracking model though:cool:

Thats a class pic of this model as well Agent:cool:

eismeer

8th December 2011, 02:17

Appologies Agent, just checked the Corgi site and the Charleville 110 is also included in the same offer TDM posted:o :D

Thanks:)

The Defiant Man

8th December 2011, 12:18

Appologies Agent, just checked the Corgi site and the Charleville 110 is also included in the same offer TDM posted:o :D

Thanks:)

The list I made was from the monthly Corgi Direct catalogue that drops through the door.....the Charleville 110 wasn't in it so the website obviously has further discounted models.....

Apologies for thread drift.....

eismeer

8th December 2011, 13:20

The list I made was from the monthly Corgi Direct catalogue that drops through the door.....the Charleville 110 wasn't in it so the website obviously has further discounted models.....

Apologies for thread drift.....

Sorry mate that :o face wasn't ained at you , more my mis-leading Agent:D

The Defiant Man

8th December 2011, 14:23

:o face wasn't ained at you ,

Never thought it was.....:)

Was just clarifying my list on t'other thread.....

tc2324

9th December 2011, 13:44

So how many bits of metal does that make now Dan...??

Dan214sqn

9th December 2011, 19:02

So how many bits of metal does that make now Dan...??

you know what TC ive no idea, some stuff is in the loft aswell, got the 2 74sqn spooks to photo tonight, they are lovely models which arrived today!!

Dan214sqn

9th December 2011, 19:54

well here's 2 more anyway, fantastic service from cornwall models, delivered within 24 hours!!!

Nice pair these, crying shame the centre pod can be displayed in flight tho due to the stands!!

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0018-4.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0017-4.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0015-3.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0014-3.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0013-5.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0012-5.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0020-6.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0019-5.jpg

Craig

10th December 2011, 01:10

Nice pair mate! Kept saying I'd get the second one but never got round to it

Dan214sqn

10th December 2011, 11:36

well worth it mate, lovely set, tight lines for me between the HM and gemani raf spooks, cant decide which i prefer

redflyer1

18th December 2011, 00:32

Cracking display and collection you have there Dan :cool real joy to see all those Lancasters you have, makes me wish I hadn't sold half of mine now. I see you have a big Lightning collection, could you recommend one to add to my cold war era collection but some thing pre 1970...does such one exist? :)

Dan214sqn

18th December 2011, 09:06

thanks mate, glad you liked it.

Fine place to start would be the first 74sqn tigers F Mk1a AA32301

74sqn were the first to get the lightning at coltishall in 1960, they got 1a's in 61 i think?? so this should fit into your era, there is a 92sqn F2 but im not sure of the year of that, i should imagine its pre-70's though.

or...the 111sqn version,F1A, lovely scheme, one of corgi's finest 1964 era

highnoon1966

18th December 2011, 09:33

Diamond nine

18th December 2011, 11:21

Nice new additions Dan:D I do like my 74sqn Phantom too:D Looks the biz,didnt go for the tiger scheme one but i have to say they do look good together.

One big difference with the gemini spook and the hobbymaster spook is the weight.Gemini one is really heavy and as you say it hard to call between them.I have 25+ hobbymaster spooks now so they must be doing something right:LOL:Thanks for posting Dan:D

Sponge Bob

18th December 2011, 12:00

Fine place to start would be the first 74sqn tigers F Mk1a AA32301

And then AA***02, AA***03, AA***04 ( see when this is going ;) ) :D

redflyer1

18th December 2011, 20:32

You're very much right about those Lightnings Dan, managed to pick up this one on ebay this evening...Corgi Aviation Archive 1/72 BAC Lightning F6 (AA32312) Tengah Singapore 1969, for a reasonable price :D

Maybe one more just to add to the collection...

Dan214sqn

19th December 2011, 10:28

one of my favourite lightnings that.....and my first one also :)

Dan214sqn

22nd December 2011, 19:23

So my stirling arrived today, i absolutely love it, heres a few..

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0006-12.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0005-10.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0003-13.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0002-9.jpg

highnoon1966

22nd December 2011, 19:59

That's a damn fine shelf full of models you have there Dan :) :cool

Christian

22nd December 2011, 20:03

That's a damn fine shelf full of models you have there Dan :) :cool

Lovely Bomber Command Display Mate.....very speccy indeed. :cool:

the_old_un

22nd December 2011, 20:12

I sold every heavy I had 18months or so ago. I can't go down that road again! But i've got a couple of these Stirlings and the brain cells are at war with each other again :LOL: Nah I couldn't could I :eek:

the_old_un

22nd December 2011, 20:13

Very nice indeed Dan. Your the man man :D

Love the crews of the yeller uns mate :cool

Dan214sqn

22nd December 2011, 20:19

the_old_un

22nd December 2011, 20:26

Waves back at the lads :D

I can still remember 17 Lancs, all the wellies, some forts and loads of twins. Gawd the room they took up was incredible. :LOL:

highnoon1966

22nd December 2011, 20:27

4 lancs in the loft :eek: That's just cruel :)

Dan214sqn

22nd December 2011, 20:30

Waves back at the lads :D

I can still remember 17 Lancs, all the wellies, some forts and loads of twins. Gawd the room they took up was incredible. :LOL:

prune is one of your former emporium stock!!

4 lancs in the loft :eek: That's just cruel :)

not for long though gary....plans my friend for another cabinet:wacko: :rolleyes:

highnoon1966

22nd December 2011, 20:31

Waves back at the lads :D

I can still remember 17 Lancs, all the wellies, some forts and loads of twins. Gawd the room they took up was incredible. :LOL:

Says the man with a 1:32 lanc :LOL:

the_old_un

22nd December 2011, 20:34

That's why they all had to go to finance the lanc, carrier and other projects. Do miss em tho. Still after a PO-S but no luck yet :rolleyes:

highnoon1966

22nd December 2011, 20:40

Lot of strong money spent on lancs on the bay in the lead up to Christmas, glad I've got a PO-S under the tree which didn't cost an arm and leg from my better half.

the_old_un

22nd December 2011, 20:42

That does it! NOON at the not so OK korall :D :LOL:

highnoon1966

22nd December 2011, 20:49

Sorry mate but it's Dan the man's pictures I blame for much of what i buy lately, he's a bad influence :D

the_old_un

22nd December 2011, 20:53

Know what ya mean matey :D

Dan214sqn

22nd December 2011, 21:02

Sorry mate but it's Dan the man's pictures I blame for much of what i buy lately, he's a bad influence :D

Know what ya mean matey :D

ah ha, very good, nice i could be bad influence:LOL:

we are all guilty of that on ere!!!!!!

Dont mention prints stew!!!

the_old_un

22nd December 2011, 21:16

Mmmm I have never seen a Lightning close up in real life!

All this deformation and character assassination could be avoided if.................:LOL: :LOL: :cool

Diamond nine

22nd December 2011, 21:17

Very nice Dan:D Cracking pics and cracking model,the Stirling!!!!awesome:D :D

ACES

22nd December 2011, 21:36

Great collection Dan and the Stirling looks superb.:D

Dan214sqn

22nd December 2011, 22:10

Great collection Dan and the Stirling looks superb.:D

Very nice Dan:D Cracking pics and cracking model,the Stirling!!!!awesome:D :D

Thanks chaps, saw you had recieved yours D9, hope your well mate

highnoon1966

22nd December 2011, 22:25

Mmmm I have never seen a Lightning close up in real life!

All this deformation and character assassination could be avoided if.................:LOL: :LOL: :cool

Never?! :eek:

the_old_un

22nd December 2011, 22:27

True Gary. Never seen a real one ever. :mad:

highnoon1966

22nd December 2011, 22:32

True Gary. Never seen a real one ever. :mad:

A trip to Brunty would soon square that one away :) Next Cold war fast taxi runs next May i believe.

Dan214sqn

22nd December 2011, 22:34

A trip to Brunty would soon square that one away :) Next Cold war fast taxi runs next May i believe.

here here, sumet special is cracking off next year aswell i gather on the grapevine, fingers crossed

the_old_un

22nd December 2011, 22:36

I await offers from at least you two :LOL: No freebees just help.

highnoon1966

22nd December 2011, 22:37

here here, sumet special is cracking off next year aswell i gather on the grapevine, fingers crossed

I haven't been to Brunty since the Victor flight in 2009, planning to go again in May though.

highnoon1966

22nd December 2011, 22:38

I await offers from at least you two :LOL: No freebees just help.

Can you get a train to Peterborough from your neck of the woods?

Christian

22nd December 2011, 22:39

thanks guys, think im nearly there bomber command wise now, just another belnhiem, 3 lancs maybe and thats about it.Far too many....if there is such a thing...:LOL: got 4 lancs in the loft.

Glad you like the yellow stuff mate, crew sends there compliments of the season:D

:LOL: :LOL: :LOL:

Good Lord, I thought that was my post then.

I too are looking for more Bomber Command aircarft types, along with another Lanc or two and maybe one more Hally and Welly. :eek:

I am even now thinking of a Whitley :eek: , that would never have happened a while ago. :wacko:

Bomber Command is such an addictive theme. I think, one of the other lads will confirm there is also a Bomber Command Mossie.

I dont know if any of the Blehiems are Bomber Command though??

Dan214sqn

22nd December 2011, 22:45

I await offers from at least you two :LOL: No freebees just help.

I haven't been to Brunty since the Victor flight in 2010, planning to go again in May though.

il be there chaps, thats a fact!!!!

if you could get to Derby or Chesterfield stew id gladly collect you from the station.

:LOL: :LOL: :LOL:

Good Lord, I thought that was my post then.

I too are looking for more Bomber Command aircarft types, along with another Lanc or two and maybe one more Hally and Welly. :eek:

I am even now thinking of a Whitley :eek: , that would never have happened a while ago. :wacko:

Bomber Command is such an addictive theme. I think, one of the other lads will confirm there is also a Bomber Command Mossie.

I dont know if any of the Blehiems are Bomber Command though??

even more so when it becomes personel as my great uncle flew in bomber command, still waitin for corgi to do me a 214sqn flying fort in 1/72!!!

blenheims were all bomber command as far as im aware, just the early days of!
apart from that Coastal version ofcourse

Christian

22nd December 2011, 22:53

even more so when it becomes personel as my great uncle flew in bomber command, still waitin for corgi to do me a 214sqn flying fort in 1/72!!!

blenheims were all bomber command as far as im aware, just the early days of!
apart from that Coastal version ofcourse

Ahh, hence the wish for "Give it to Uncle".

Have ya given the FM version a go mate? True its a monster :eek: :cool: , but a superb centrepiece for ya Bomber Command Theme mate. :cool: :)

Dan214sqn

22nd December 2011, 22:56

Ahh, hence the wish for "Give it to Uncle".

Have ya given the FM version a go mate? True its a monster :eek: :cool: , but a superb centrepiece for ya Bomber Command Theme mate. :cool: :)

yes mate i own one, your rite it a monster! but a catologue of faults :LOL:

come on corgi, do my uncle's kite - HB815 BU-J

tsr2

22nd December 2011, 22:57

blenheims were all bomber command as far as im aware, just the early days of!
apart from that Coastal version ofcourse

You sure Dan? I thought that some Mk I bombers were modified into Mk IF long-range fighters for fighter command :confused:

Dan214sqn

22nd December 2011, 22:59

You sure Dan? I thought that some Mk I bombers were modified into Mk IF long-range fighters for fighter command :confused:

im not 100%, but blenhiems must of been classed as bomber command surely, apart from the small amount modified?

Christian

22nd December 2011, 23:06

im not 100%, but blenhiems must of been classed as bomber command surely, apart from the small amount modified?

Yeah, I dont know Dan, I am not quite sure Blenheim SQNs were part Bomber Command groups.

I could be wrong, they certainly conducted some early Bombing. I thought Early Bomber Command types were the Wellington, Whitley and Hampden.

I only say this as I went through this a while ago trying to find a Corgi Blenheim for my Bomber Command theme.

tsr2

22nd December 2011, 23:24

Here you go: http://www.battleofbritain1940.net/0012.html (http://www.battleofbritain1940.net/0012.html)

Looking at my shelves Corgi's second Blenheim (AA38402) was a Fighter Command 1F Night Fighter

scott

23rd December 2011, 00:52

redflyer1

24th December 2011, 15:05

Love that collection Dan and with that new addition of the Stirling it looks like a great Bomber Command collection you have.....NOT jealous at all :LOL:

Dan214sqn

17th January 2012, 19:44

few shots of my CC Blenheim which has finally found the cabinet.

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0003-14.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0004-14.jpg

the other side of the shelf whilst i was there...

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0005-11.jpg

and my frightnings, including my recent 92sqn build in 1:48...currently a area under construction.....loads of work to do in this part of the cab re-arranging

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0006-13.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0007-11.jpg

the_old_un

17th January 2012, 20:02

Very nice Danno. I wish they would do more CCs. Seven aint enough.

redflyer1

17th January 2012, 20:03

Dan214sqn

17th January 2012, 20:11

As always, great collection Dan. I've just purchased a 5 squadron Lightning F3 - XR716 from evilbay this evening as it will fit in with my 70's to 90's RAF collection. Out of all of your lightnings in your display do you have a picture of this one so I can get a better idea of what it looks like prior to receiving it :)

Cheers...

i aint got many of that one mate, but scanning through my fotobucket i have found a couple, hope this helps

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC00897.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/Diecst/DSC00671.jpg

jimbuna

17th January 2012, 20:14

They look great Dan.

Diamond nine

17th January 2012, 20:25

Like the new pics Dan:D The Lightning shelf looks awesome:cool :D Thanks for posting:D

redflyer1

17th January 2012, 20:29

Cheers mate, I promised myself that I wouldn't do fast and pointy winged things but after my first lightning I have been hooked and I must say your collection is the mutt's nuts :LOL:

I've truly been lead on the path of temptation by your pictures...

dilligafocau

17th January 2012, 20:34

few shots of my CC Blenheim which has finally found the cabinet.

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0003-14.jpg

Looks great Dan :cool:

the_old_un

17th January 2012, 20:37

This gang of five, erm no it's four really, are told to tempt the unsuspecting collectors to buy things they never wanted!

So it's all thier fault that your wallets are screaming out aloud for help :D :LOL: :LOL:

Dan214sqn

17th January 2012, 20:54

Looks great Dan :cool:

thanks matey, i must admit i had no CC before the halibag, but it is a very nice genre. Fancy the LIB rather than the B-17, but will have to be bargain prices for me to purchase :wacko:

Im flattered i can be of influence.....:D ......id better stop taking piccies before i have forum WAGS tracking me down :LOL:

highnoon1966

17th January 2012, 21:18

thanks matey, i must admit i had no CC before the halibag, but it is a very nice genre. Fancy the LIB rather than the B-17, but will have to be bargain prices for me to purchase :wacko:

Im flattered i can be of influence.....:D ......id better stop taking piccies before i have forum WAGS tracking me down :LOL:

You and me both, after i my post about the £85 Stirlings i was sure i could see red laser dots dancing around on my t-shirt :eek: :LOL:

the_old_un

17th January 2012, 21:23

You and me both, after i my post about the £85 Stirlings i was sure i could see red laser dots dancing around on my t-shirt :eek: :LOL:

The Lib and 17 are great imo

Looks like the gang are all here!

Danbuoy

17th January 2012, 21:54

Looking very nice that collection, and that 1:48 Lightning looks very impressive!!

Davidte2007

17th January 2012, 23:01

Dan214sqn

18th January 2012, 07:34

:cool Mate :cool

:) L@@K into my eye's, L@@K into my eye's. Not around the eye's. L@@K into my eye's 3-2-1 Your Under.!

:D You Need A Coastal Command Catalina :D

:) Click.! Your back in the room..........;)

:LOL: ...the thing thats hurts most now is i had one, with the diorama base....sold it about 2 years ago i think after buying from the modelzone dumping shop...:rolleyes: ..if only id of been thinking into the future,

Wingcomanderflap

18th January 2012, 08:56

Great photo's Dan ! I did a "double take" with your centre piece Lightning....nice model.
I've just received a CC Blenheim from the RIAT sale to go with my Liberator and Hobbymaster Beaufighter (Davidstow) already on the shelf. I've only just started my CC collection, thought it was about time I did, as I live in an area forever linked with Coastal Command. Your photo's have inspired me further ;)

Craig

18th January 2012, 18:51

Very nice indeed mate looks great! That Airfix job really does look right at home there... :cool

Dakota

18th January 2012, 20:22

Excellent stuff Dan, especially like your Lightnings and the new edition looks really :cool especially on that Corgi stand.

How long did that take you to build?

Dan214sqn

19th January 2012, 07:41

Excellent stuff Dan, especially like your Lightnings and the new edition looks really :cool especially on that Corgi stand.

How long did that take you to build?

about 2 and a bit weeks i think all in all, maybe 3...there is a build review in the airfiz section of the site dakota.

Dan214sqn

22nd January 2012, 14:59

purchased from Donnington this morning, all the spiel from the event is under the Donnington thread.

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0018-7.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0019-7.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0020-8.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0021-6.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0022-8.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0023-7.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0024-8.jpg

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0025-6.jpg

jimbuna

22nd January 2012, 15:43

Three excellent purchases :cool:

tsr2

22nd January 2012, 15:49

I thought you weren't allowed to by diecast models anymore Dan :unsure: :LOL: Three really good models, great find / buy :cool It looks like there's still life in toy fairs.

Dan214sqn

22nd January 2012, 15:57

I thought you weren't allowed to by diecast models anymore Dan :unsure: :LOL: Three really good models, great find / buy :cool It looks like there's still life in toy fairs.

oooops!!! :rolleyes:

Wingcomanderflap

22nd January 2012, 16:00

Not jealous....much! ;) I'd love a BOL.

Danbuoy

22nd January 2012, 16:53

Not jealous....much! ;) I'd love a BOL.

Ditto!! Shows they are still out there to find!

Davidte2007

22nd January 2012, 16:57

:D Top Man Dan. ;)

:D Never mind restricted collecting habits at prices like that it would be rude not to walk away with it....:cool

Dan214sqn

22nd January 2012, 17:30

:D Top Man Dan. ;)

:D Never mind restricted collecting habits at prices like that it would be rude not to walk away with it....:cool

thanks David, this is a major rule breaker for me as i aint got anything american other than a jumpin jacques p-51 which i dont display.Im strictly RAF but like you state....a must buy at that price

god knows where i display it, may even remain boxed yet...:rolleyes:

highnoon1966

22nd January 2012, 17:49

thanks David, this is a major rule breaker for me as i aint got anything american other than a jumpin jacques p-51 which i dont display.Im strictly RAF but like you state....a must buy at that price

god knows where i display it, may even remain boxed yet...:rolleyes:

Pop it on eBay for £350, you might get a taker :unsure: profit will pay for the next Lanc ;)

Ducktape Corkfeet

22nd January 2012, 18:09

About time we had another CC Catalina, maybe Castle Archdale based. Would fit in nicely with the other NI based CC aircraft I have.

Craig

22nd January 2012, 18:12

About time we had another CC Catalina, maybe Castle Archdale based. Would fit in nicely with the other NI based CC aircraft I have.
Still maintain John Cruikshank VC is a major ommission. Unbelievable his aircraft still hasn't been done.

Ducktape Corkfeet

22nd January 2012, 18:21

Same could be said for a number of subjects. It's the only model that I want, that I don't have now, from the available castings. I would just like a NI one for some continuity. That still leaves quite a few to be done.

sniperUK

22nd January 2012, 18:31

I would just like a NI one for some continuity. That still leaves quite a few to be done.

Now why do I feel the same:rolleyes: need a 502 Hind,Anson, Whitley, Mossie ,Spit and Vampire, 231 Lysander and P-40 ,Shackleton and 72 Wessex to finish the line-up:D

Diamond nine

22nd January 2012, 19:06

Nice new additions Dan:DLove the navy phantom,i have the 004 version,very:cool Well done with the B-17,great find and price:D

Dan214sqn

22nd January 2012, 19:25

Nice new additions Dan:DLove the navy phantom,i have the 004 version,very:cool Well done with the B-17,great find and price:D

on its way :LOL: :LOL: :LOL:

SB can relax now as im not stalkin the one he is watchin on the bay, i have sourced one:p ;)

so will have the pair displayed soon, love GA spooks, very :cool

redflyer1

22nd January 2012, 19:39

A good morning very well spent Dan, I doth my hat to thee very nice finds! :LOL:

Ducktape Corkfeet

22nd January 2012, 19:50

Now why do I feel the same:rolleyes: need a 502 Hind,Anson, Whitley, Mossie ,Spit and Vampire, 231 Lysander and P-40 ,Shackleton and 72 Wessex to finish the line-up:D

The CC Blenheim is for me the best Corgi so far, looks fantastic in that livery. I wouldn't want one of their Vampires out of the existing mould though, it's just wrong. An Anson would be a good one no doubt and sure to be on their to-do list. I love the Liberator, which appearance wise is not too far from the Shack, so if they can keep that style, it'll be a peach.

Danbuoy

24th January 2012, 21:34

god knows where i display it, may even remain boxed yet... :eek: :eek:

Sacrilege!! :D Everyone should have a bit of Mighty Eighth!!:cool

Dan214sqn

24th January 2012, 21:39

:eek: :eek:

Sacrilege!! :D Everyone should have a bit of Mighty Eighth!!:cool

not on my watch Danbouy, its a gorgeous model, but gonna move it i think, :wacko:

will fund other stuff im after atm

the_old_un

24th January 2012, 21:46

Yep 8th army was fabulous :D

Dan214sqn

26th January 2012, 18:59

had another cabinet :rolleyes: ...but i have got rid of one aswell, r getting rd should i say.

All the frightnings in one place.Which has made space in the big cab for MORE planes ...YEY.....seems il be hanging around on here for a bit longer :D

stew before you start...
http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/new-1.jpg

god knows where that valiant is gonna go:wacko:

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0019-8.jpg

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back in the big cab...ROOOOOOM

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highnoon1966

26th January 2012, 19:06

Getting rid of cabinets :eek: heresy that is :D Like them new stands you have, very minimal intrusion on the profile of the model:cool As for where to put the Valiant, send it over here, it'll feel better being somewhere nearer it's home base ;) :D

Craig

26th January 2012, 19:34

Superb mate! Absolutely top drawer! Shame you're having to ditch cabinets though, mine are full! :eek: :wacko:

The Defiant Man

26th January 2012, 20:25

Impressive display.....:cool

Davidte2007

26th January 2012, 20:34

:) Very impressive :cool

:D I Like the shiny One.! :D :D :D :cool

Dan214sqn

26th January 2012, 21:02

thanks chaps, glad ya liked em

Diamond nine

26th January 2012, 23:34

Very nice Dan,the lightings looks awesome:D Loving the new cabinet and your displays looks great.Thanks for posting:D

minter

27th January 2012, 08:49

dont do choppers but that a nice display of them

jimbuna

27th January 2012, 16:14

Stunning display Dan and by far the best collection of Lightnings I've yet seen....currently after AA32311 myself.

highnoon1966

27th January 2012, 16:18

Pop it on eBay for £350, you might get a taker :unsure: profit will pay for the next Lanc ;)

mmm, now where have i seen those pictures before :unsure: :D ;)

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/260942070197?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

redflyer1

27th January 2012, 16:50

£350 smackers!!! now I thought Dick Turpin wore a mask! :LOL:

As ever Dan a great collection of lightnings you have there...I have nearly matched your collection, only another 101 to go ;)

Nice shelf, where did you purchase that from may I ask?

eismeer

27th January 2012, 17:04

Cracking display of your Lightning collection but those SAR helo's look equally as neat:cool:

Dan214sqn

28th January 2012, 08:27

mmm, now where have i seen those pictures before :unsure: :D ;)

:LOL: wondered how long it would take before a forumite spotted this...well done gary your the 1st

£350 smackers!!! now I thought Dick Turpin wore a mask! :LOL:

As ever Dan a great collection of lightnings you have there...I have nearly matched your collection, only another 101 to go ;)

Nice shelf, where did you purchase that from may I ask?

do you a deal redflyer if ya like:p

i have had the cab years, ebay purchase my friend

Cracking display of your Lightning collection but those SAR helo's look equally as neat:cool:

thanks Eismeer, love my SAR kit, just wanting to photograph them in the flesh now

Dan214sqn

30th January 2012, 20:35

just gave these a clean up and fancied a few pics

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the_old_un

30th January 2012, 20:38

2nd :LOL: Very nice Danno :)

jimbuna

30th January 2012, 21:53

Very nice!!

Dan214sqn

31st January 2012, 18:04

then back to Aviation, seeing as thats what the forum is all about and nothin else;) :LOL:

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the_old_un

31st January 2012, 18:30

My Ausf G is bigger than yours :LOL:

http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp221/jodanestew/Lancaster%20bomber%20build%202012/DSCN0995.jpg

http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp221/jodanestew/Lancaster%20bomber%20build%202012/DSCN0994.jpg

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Dan214sqn

31st January 2012, 18:33

:LOL: :LOL:

thats awesome

the_old_un

31st January 2012, 18:40

The new Airfix 1:1 model :D

This one skidded down a steep ice covered road and into a river ending up on it's roof. Several months after the battle of the bulge it was dragged up and is a memorial to the defeat of the axis. It was never secured so many collectors robbed it rotten and eventually it was welded shut but it's neglected these days.

Danbuoy

31st January 2012, 18:55

Wow, Dan, that Panther looks huge!!

Must get to the Ardennes someday, always wanted to go. Think that Panther is in Houffalize.

the_old_un

31st January 2012, 19:00

Correct ID matey :D

the_old_un

31st January 2012, 19:25

Better get back to things that fly then.

http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp221/jodanestew/Lancaster%20bomber%20build%202012/DSCN0752.jpg

Erm............

http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp221/jodanestew/Lancaster%20bomber%20build%202012/DSCN2574.jpg

Betterer :D

triumph

31st January 2012, 20:43

Funny, I have no problem with my aircraft to look factory fresh, but when it comes to my big tanks, they have to look a bit 'used'
http://i855.photobucket.com/albums/ab118/1050triumph/Tanks/DSCF0032.jpg
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Sponge Bob

31st January 2012, 20:48

http://i855.photobucket.com/albums/ab118/1050triumph/Tanks/DSCF0029.jpg

Nice pussy cat :)

the_old_un

31st January 2012, 20:56

They are toys :D

http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp221/jodanestew/Lancaster%20bomber%20build%202012/DSCN0980.jpg

http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp221/jodanestew/Lancaster%20bomber%20build%202012/DSCN0977.jpg

THIS IS A TANK :LOL:

http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp221/jodanestew/Lancaster%20bomber%20build%202012/DSCN0988.jpg

jimbuna

31st January 2012, 22:16

Reminds me of Bovington ;)

minter

1st February 2012, 09:47

those model sherman, tigers and panzer IVs what company made them ?

triumph

1st February 2012, 10:38

Minter, my three tanks are 1/16 R/c tanks

minter

1st February 2012, 11:15

i see, no wonder they look so good

Dan214sqn

1st February 2012, 12:27

21st century toys made mine, also in the guise of BBI, JSM, Dragon etc

Dan214sqn

7th February 2012, 19:12

you can imagine my face when i walked in his kitchen to collect this beast, i still aint stopped smiling :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

1/32 scale version of BAC (EE) Lightning F6 XS923 - LTF 1986 RAF BINBROOK (where else:cool )

After getting airborne for the 1st time on 13th December 1966, this airframe joined 5sqn as 'M' in early-1967. By feb it had been recoded 'C'. It was overhauled by 60 MU in march 1970 and returned to its initial user codeed 'A'in july of that year. After further spells in maintenance and after reviving the tail code 'C', XS923 passed to 11sqn in aug 1978.It began as 'J' and later became 'BG' before 5sqn reclaimed it as their CO's mount, coded 'AA' fron jan '85. When it joined the LTF in feb '86 it wore the tactical scheme seen here.It remained the personel airframe of the unit CO and so the wing commanders pennant was displayed below the canopy.The jet ended its career with 11sqn but was out of action for a while as a result of a starter explosion. Upon withdrawal XS923 was one of 6 lightnings purchased br arnold glass and on 30th june 1988 sqn ldr john aldington (OC 11sqn) flew her last ever RAF lightning sortie into cranfield airfield.She was later dismantled on 2 dec 1994 and the nose cone section survives today in welshpool, with Dan Foster owning the port side serial.:D :D :D :D

Hope you like her chaps, you can really appreciate the scale when flying in formation with the 1/32 hurri/spit on each wing.Top top stuff.

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the_old_un

7th February 2012, 19:24

Superb build Danno :)

Sponge Bob

7th February 2012, 19:47

The pic with the pilot looks real, quite stunning :D

BSG-75

7th February 2012, 19:48

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc420/Dan214sqn/DSC_0009-8.jpg

hello Corgi... are you watching !

in real life, that would give the USAF heritage flight a run for their money wouldn't they !!! ??

quality display there Dan, top notch.

Dan214sqn

7th February 2012, 19:56

thanks guys, and i agree with you all, its awesome

It would be crazy in diecast, you would need some strong undercart, the pics dont really do it justice, its sumet else in your hands.

can you imagine seeing one flying over with the BBMF hurri and spit, reach for ya hanky time

highnoon1966

7th February 2012, 19:59

Looks magnificent Dan :D :cool begs the question as to where you go from here though, 1:72 to 1:48 to 1:32 to........ 1:1 :unsure: :D ;)

Dan214sqn

7th February 2012, 20:04

Looks magnificent Dan :D :cool begs the question as to where you go from here though, 1:72 to 1:48 to 1:32 to........ 1:1 :unsure: :D ;)

mate....dont...just dont tempt me

Wingcomanderflap

7th February 2012, 20:09

That Dan is a beauty ! :D

jimbuna

7th February 2012, 20:26

Very nice indeed.

dilligafocau

7th February 2012, 20:41

Wonderful model :cool:

eismeer

7th February 2012, 20:44

Dan, that is truly spectacular :cool: and though not diecast is probably one of the most awesome models i have seen added to anyones collection in all the years i have been on this forum :cool: .

Diamond nine

7th February 2012, 23:01

Thanks for the pics Dan:D Really looks the biz!!!Fantastic build,an awesome model of an awesome plane!:D :D

Danbuoy

7th February 2012, 23:04

That is a mighty impressive looking model! What make is the kit??

Dan214sqn

8th February 2012, 07:46

That is a mighty impressive looking model! What make is the kit??

Trumpeter make the kit Dan, ask Zed about it, he'll inform you of its woes.

Dan214sqn

9th February 2012, 17:33

...because i can :p :D

I have altered one of my stands for the lightning (at work) today in my lunch break, so just because of this small event taking place it felt a must to take some more pics...im in love all over again:wacko:

Surely 2 of Britain's most iconic fighters......ironically the older of the two still flies today...:) :(

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