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Battle of Britain 75th Anniversary GB

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    December 2012
Posted by flyerduke on Monday, April 27, 2015 10:41 PM

I'm very interested in this GB.  I have a 1/48 Eduard Bf 110D I'd love to start.  I'm just not sure it qualifies.  None of the markings that come with the kit are for any A/C that operated during the BoB.  Would this kit qualify for this GB?  Thanks.

Craig

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    September 2003
  • From: AandF in the Badger State
Posted by checkmateking02 on Monday, April 27, 2015 4:15 PM

Andy:

I've also read "Fighter Boys" a couple of times.  What an absorbing book!  It really draws you in.

"Finding the Few" and "Finding the Foe" are also pretty fascinating.  They are about the recovery and identification of missing planes and pilots, years after the close of the BoB and the War itself.

 

 

 

 

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    September 2014
Posted by rooster513 on Monday, April 27, 2015 11:36 AM

I'd love to get in this one. I've been itching to do a spitfire since I got back into the hobby. I actually happened to grab "Fighter Boys" by Patrick Bishop off the bookshelf to reread a little while ago. Should serve as some good inspiration!

-Andy

-Andy

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    September 2013
Posted by Raven728 on Monday, April 27, 2015 10:50 AM

CMK, that is a spectacular badge, I love it.

I'd like to be in this as well, but I'm not ready to fully commit at this point. I have kind of an emotional connection to the BoB, and I'd love to commemorate it as well.

- Steve

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    September 2003
  • From: AandF in the Badger State
Posted by checkmateking02 on Sunday, April 26, 2015 10:36 PM

Great to hear this is a going ahead, lewbud!  Looking very much forward to it!

I will contribute a 1/72 Airfix Hurricane.

I was thinking of hosting a BoB GB, if no one else announced one--so I'm glad you did.  It's a far too important event to let pass without a commemoration.

In fact, I created a badge a while ago.  You are welcome to use it--or not.  I certainly don't mean to intrude or give offense.  Consider it a contribution to the cause.

I can re-size it smaller if necessary.

 

 

 

 

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    June 2008
Posted by lewbud on Sunday, April 26, 2015 9:28 PM

I know it's still a few months out, but we're a go gentlemen.  Tallyho!

Buddy- Those who say there are no stupid questions have never worked in customer service.

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Posted by scottrc on Thursday, April 16, 2015 4:37 PM

I was wondering the same myself just the other night, so I am interested.  Just need to pick me up an ol Spit and maybe a Hurricane.  

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  • From: AandF in the Badger State
Posted by checkmateking02 on Thursday, April 16, 2015 2:00 PM

I would be glad to join up.

 

 

 

 

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    November 2003
  • From: Nashville, TN area
Posted by bobbaily on Thursday, April 16, 2015 6:59 AM

Yes-I will sign up if it's a go.

Bob

 

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    June 2008
Posted by lewbud on Thursday, April 16, 2015 12:02 AM

lewbud-1/72 Airfix bf-110, Me 109e-4, Spitfire Mk.Ia, and Hurricane.

Scottrc- is back!Propeller Airfix 1/72 Hurricane.

Bobbaily

Checkmateking02: Airfix 1/72 Hurricane

rooster513

BrandonD: 1/48 Airfix Hurricane Mk.I-FIRST ONE DONE!Propeller

                    1/48 Tamiya Stuka

flyerduke: 1/72 Airfix Spitfire Mk.Ia

lawdog114

Raven728: 1/48 Tamiya Spitfire Mk.I

modelcrazy: 1/144 Minicraft He-111

Plastic Junkie: RoG 1/32 Spitfire Mk.IIa

Dantheman55: 1/72 Airfix Battle of Britain Memorial Flight

Morrison: 1/72 Special Hobby Avro Anson

Moose421: 1/48 Eduard Bf-109E-4

CallsignOwl: 1/72 Airfix Me-109

Rob S: 1/72 Airfix Boulton Paul Defiant

Buddy- Those who say there are no stupid questions have never worked in customer service.

  • Member since
    June 2008
Battle of Britain 75th Anniversary GB
Posted by lewbud on Thursday, April 16, 2015 12:02 AM

This year is the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain.  In honor of the Few, I was wondering if anyone would be interested in a group build.  Start date will be 10 July and end on 18 December 2015, when Hitler issued the directive abandoning the invasion of Britain.  All scales are welcome.  Crossovers are welcome.  As much or as little aftermarket detail as you see fit.  Started builds less than 10% complete.  The badge is available in Checkmateking02's post below.

Buddy- Those who say there are no stupid questions have never worked in customer service.

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