Tail of Two Kittys

Watching and waiting. :)

I've always wanted to build one of these especially the F4F-4.  Will be following!

Toshi

Will get started Tuesday or so.  Veterans appts today and tonight.  Working on an AO claim.

You two are just some that set the standards I hope to build to one day.  Don't be afraid to jump in any time with comments, good or bad.

Well now, this is cool. I still haven't added one of these to the stash. I'll be watching this one to see which one to get.

BK

BK - Trumpter actually makes three versions of the 'Cat, early and late of the -3 and the -4.  Except for the wings, guns and gun bays the late -3 and the -4, looks like the rest of the parts are the same, including a clear cowl. 

Was surprised that in this scale, and as well detailed as the rest of it is, no seat belts included or molded in. The Eduard cockpit set has belts in it, so would be something to look at adding.  

The control surfaces are hinged with PE hinges and metal pins glued to the control surfaces. Looks like a slick way to make them moveable.

I may have to add one of those to the stash with the PE parts. I'll be watching this for sure.

BK

Got a few progress pics.  The engine for the -4 is done, not ging with the PE ignition wiring, it would frustrate me beyound recognition.

Got a start on the seat for the -4 as well, still have the belts and seat mounts to do.

The main gear bay has 6 pieces glued to the rear bulkhead.  Ready for paint.  Same for both versions.

The office for the -3 was done OOB, with tape for the belts.  Still have to do some paint for buckles.  Otherwise it's done.

Interior of both fuselages have been painted, -3 shown.  Interior Green. 

MM and Tamiya paints will be used throughout.

Pit is -3, other pieces are -4.

Great start, I will be following this build.

Thanks, appreciate it.  Hope not to disappoint anyone.

Great looking pit!

Wow, that is all impressive work. Very nice.

Bk

YES!  Wildcats!  
The engines and pits are looking great.  

High quality work sir, just superb.  Colors are spot on!

Toshi

Thank you gentlemen, much appreciated.