If Corgi won't build it then i will!

[charley]

Many years ago i used to be a keen modeller! Thankfully Corgi enables most of us to obtain the end result without the 'Blood Sweat and Tears!'

In recent months i have been building several kit models to compliment my AA range, all in 1:72 my kits include

a completed Hawker Typhoon

a completed Piper Cub

a completed DH Chipmunk

in progress are a Blenheim and a Spitfire MK XIV

Am i alone in this or does anyone else out there complement there collection???

[plumstix]

I recently bought the mrs a 1:72 Tiger Moth as she likes biplanes and flew in one a couple of years ago and Corgi are unlikely to produce one. I haven't built a kit for years so I hope it looks good enough at the end to display with my AAs. If it does I may make her a Swordfish and Dragon Rapide. It keeps the mrs sweet.

[Horrido!]

Am I alone in this or does anyone else out there complement there collection???

Ultimately, we are all alone......................

Horrido!

[no4mkit]

hey plumstix, get the mrs the little diecast Showcase Moth in the RAF At War set. My wifey thinks it's real cute :rolleyes: , so you're bound to score some bonus points there! ;)

[no4mkit]

Back to Charley's point, I would agree that this diecast obsession has only fueled the fire for more. I hadn't built a 1/72 WWII fighter kit in years, but was recently compelled to build a P-39 which now sits among the diecast on a spare Corgi stand.

A funny aside - my Brother-in-law, a moderate Corgi collector himself, saw it and went "huh?..." so I had a bit of fun at his expense letting him think he missed out on a limited edition. :D

[Typhoon-MKV]

Well I've been toying with the idea of a 1/48th Hawker Typhoon, but need to clear out the shed a little more, so I can do the model building.

Oh that and having 28 hours in the day, 8 days a week, and 5 weeks a month......

[eismeer]

Hi charley.

No your not alone. Although i hadn't built any plastic kits since my younger days i have recently purchased a Fairey Firefly 1/72 and am just in the process of building an Airfix Ju-88 which i bought years ago. Trouble is the work in progress is taking an age to complete :D . Never seem to be able to find the time.

Makes you realise just how convenient AA's are not to mention the fact that the Airfix Ju-88 was worth a lot more because of its age than it is now i have started it :( .

[BSteinIPMS]

Many years ago i used to be a keen modeller! Thankfully Corgi enables most of us to obtain the end result without the 'Blood Sweat and Tears!'

In recent months i have been building several kit models to compliment my AA range, all in 1:72 my kits include

a completed Hawker Typhoon

a completed Piper Cub

a completed DH Chipmunk

in progress are a Blenheim and a Spitfire MK XIV

Am i alone in this or does anyone else out there complement there collection???

I think you're in very good company, Charley.... :D

[eismeer]

I think you're in very good company, Charley.... :D

Very nice pics BSteinIPMS. Have read in other threads at your handy work with model kits, is this your work too ?. :cool:

[BSteinIPMS]

Very nice pics BSteinIPMS. Have read in other threads at your handy work with model kits, is this your work too ?. :cool:

Well, thanks, e/m, it's nice of you to say so. The Bf is a joint effort of mine and Otaki's.

This is a 1/48 model of:

Messerschmitt Bf 109G-6/R6 Güstav
III Gruppe, 7.staffel Jagdgeschwader 27 "Afrika"
Southern Italy, July, 1943

This aircraft is equipped with Rüstsätze, or Field Conversion sets, for the drop tank and underwing cannon, and represents the Bf 109 restored and on display at the Smithsonian's National Air & Space Museum.

I'd be interested in seeing some photos of Charley's work, wouldn't you?

[eismeer]

BSteinIPMS.

Your welcome, that is a real gift what you have there. The detail in the cockpit is excellent and the finish is terrific :cool: .

And yes i think charley should post some pics too.

[Martin Bull]

Yes - lovely pics of the Bf.

Model kits, and the choice of same, have evolved beyond recognition since my schooldays. As someone else said, it's the time...and for me, the painting, which never looks anywhere near as good as a diecast - just take a look at Dragon's 190D to see what I mean ! :confused:

[minter]

Hey Bstein, how did you paint it was it airbrushed?

[minter]

Was given the Hurricane Mk1 Airfix 1/32 kit a few years ago,have started it,looks like i might have to finish it if corgi aint gonna do one :rolleyes:

[BSteinIPMS]

Hey Bstein, how did you paint it was it airbrushed?

Yes, indeed, it was airbrushed. Paasche VL double-action, compressor-driven.

[balbrick]

pro job there bstine,i,m a failed modeler, keep trying though.latest is a revell fw190 f-8. lots of filling req. i,m a brush man myself but would love to do air-brush.---couldent do us one could you ;)

[captain bob]

Hi Charley , like you I've got the modelling bug back after many years. Since I started collecting diecasts I've made F86F,F86D.F84,Mig15,Super Mystere,IL28,Jet Provost 5,Hawk T1,Tucano,Chipmunk,ProvostTI,Harvard,Meteor3 and a Draken all in 1/72 scale.All you guys who used to make kits as kids should have another bash, I think you will be suprised what a good job you can do while your waiting for the next diecast releases

[The Defiant Man]

With you on this one Charley.

Used to be a keen modeller, stopped a couple of years ago and recently re-started to compliment the diecast collection. Only build those I feel are unlikely to be done in diecast in the foreseeable future. Currently building an ME163 Komet (what a little 'un!).

Mr Stein - please stop posting those pics of your handywork. I look at mine and want to cry... :(

[BSteinIPMS]

Currently building an ME163 Komet (what a little 'un!).

Mr Stein - please stop posting those pics of your handywork. I look at mine and want to cry... :(

Okay, T/D/M, won't post any more....... :D

[The Defiant Man]

....sob.... :(

[eismeer]

The Defiant Man.

That is 'salt into wounds' territory don't ya think :D .

Shame on you bob the yank ;) .

[BSteinIPMS]

Sorry, been sniffing too much glue.... :eek:

Just thought TDM might appreciate knowing he's in good company.... ;)

[Agent X20]

Wait til he tells them it's 1/144...!!!

[The Defiant Man]

Sorry, been sniffing too much glue.... :eek:

Just thought TDM might appreciate knowing he's in good company.... ;)

No worries.....<sniff>

[Typhoon-MKV]

Many years ago i used to be a keen modeller! Thankfully Corgi enables most of us to obtain the end result without the 'Blood Sweat and Tears!'

In recent months i have been building several kit models to compliment my AA range, all in 1:72 my kits include

a completed Hawker Typhoon

a completed Piper Cub

a completed DH Chipmunk

in progress are a Blenheim and a Spitfire MK XIV

Am i alone in this or does anyone else out there complement there collection???

Actually having looked at the Bay, I purchased a Typhoon Mk1B and a Douglas Skyraider.

Toying with a Stirling as well.

[charley]

Sad to report that the cub was written off in a 'Taxi' incident :(

Blenheim and Spit still in progress (Ordered an air brush! Thought id give one a go!!! Tips greatly appreciated!! :o )

Typhoon is on display with Hurricane and Hunter!!!!

Most of my time is being spent currently 'restoring' an old WW2 control tower!!! :D

However a Seahawk is on its way to Charley Town!!!! :D

[Typhoon-MKV]

Sad to report that the cub was written off in a 'Taxi' incident :(

Blenheim and Spit still in progress (Ordered an air brush! Thought id give one a go!!! Tips greatly appreciated!! :o )

Typhoon is on display with Hurricane and Hunter!!!!

Most of my time is being spent currently 'restoring' an old WW2 control tower!!! :D

However a Seahawk is on its way to Charley Town!!!! :D


Not an Airfix Control Tower by any chance, as I have one of those winging it's way to Stealth Towers as well.....

Seahawk eh. do not let Lev know!!! He likes his seahawks.....

[The Defiant Man]

Currently doing a Chipmunk...got Javelin, Puma chopper & Tempest lined up.

[charley]

Not an Airfix Control Tower by any chance, as I have one of those winging it's way to Stealth Towers as well.....

Seahawk eh. do not let Lev know!!! He likes his seahawks.....


Yeah, bought the 'detailing kit' for it as well... also picked up the refueling set and emergency set and some 'greenery' to make up my diorama! :)

Its all BSteinIPMS fault... all those piccies from Corgifield got me going... :o

[Albert Ross]

Even I build kits in 1/72nd and 1/144th scales and use some of my models for Corgi to use as references. I belong to the IPMS Aerobatic Teams Special Interest Group, so that's why you've got a lot of Corgi aerobatic team models! Also have a keen interest in airliners of the 1950s-60s, hence I am determined that more of these will appear!

[diecaster]

Even I build kits in 1/72nd and 1/144th scales and use some of my models for Corgi to use as references. I belong to the IPMS Aerobatic Teams Special Interest Group, so that's why you've got a lot of Corgi aerobatic team models! Also have a keen interest in airliners of the 1950s-60s, hence I am determined that more of these will appear!

We are going to be VERY patient :cool: with regard to the last part of that comment Albert, aren't we GB ... :D :D

Diecaster :p

[CFBC]

Ha ha... Thats funny Uncle Albert.... That last part...... :D

[Agent X20]

Just a keen interest in 144 airliners.. :cool:

[spock1]

:rolleyes: Sounds more like a declaration of intended defection from Corgi!!........imho......... :confused: ;)

[Agent X20]

..oooo Dragon VC10's..mmmm...
.... 1/144 with flaps...... gawsh.. gone and made a mess again..!! :D :D :D