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Completed Tamiya 1:32 F4U-1 Corsair Bird Cage

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Posted by Toshi on Thursday, November 19, 2015 6:14 PM

Toshi

To my fellow forum members,

Six months ago, I made this exact model kit.  I ended up falling and dropping the Corsair.  Broken wings with broken landing gears was the outcome.  I hope to build another F4U-1 with some improvements with a total of eight months under my belt.  

Still, I have much more to learn and hone my skills.  My wish is to create a Corsair with little to no errors.  Wish me luck!

Toshi

 

 

Depending on the rate of foreign exchange, 11100 yen equals to approximately $90.00 to $96.00.  I paid a total of $95.00 including S&H.  Most of this kits on eBay are averaging $130.00 to $150.00.  Way too much in my humble opinion.

 

 

 

 

The Japanese Katakana label above says Edobashi Kamera.  Phonetically its (Adoe Bashee Camera).  Edo is the ancient name for the capital of Japan, Tokyo.  Ultimately this translates to "Tokyo Camera".

 

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Posted by infofrog on Thursday, November 19, 2015 6:23 PM

Here is a you tube video series on that plane

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQblGnZBpE8

He does a great job

Enjoy

Rick

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Posted by Toshi on Thursday, November 19, 2015 6:26 PM

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Posted by Toshi on Thursday, November 19, 2015 6:40 PM

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Posted by Toshi on Thursday, November 19, 2015 6:59 PM

infofrog

Here is a you tube video series on that plane

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQblGnZBpE8

He does a great job

Enjoy

Rick

 

Thank you infofrog!  This is the video made by the "International Builders Club".  I used this exact tutorial when I built my first Corsair.  Thank you for reintroducing me to IBC, I will definately follow the step by step build as well as utilizing my first Cosair as a template of what to do and what not to do.  Thank you for the read and reply as well as your fantastic tip for me!

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Posted by Gamera on Thursday, November 19, 2015 7:22 PM

Very cool Toshi, you're going to have your own 1/32nd air force!

BTW: You might want to check HobbyLink Japan for the 1/32nd Tamiya kits, I don't see the Corsair listed but they have the Zero for sixty bucks US which I about the cheapest I've seen it anywhere.

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Posted by Toshi on Thursday, November 19, 2015 8:54 PM

Gamera

Very cool Toshi, you're going to have your own 1/32nd air force!

BTW: You might want to check HobbyLink Japan for the 1/32nd Tamiya kits, I don't see the Corsair listed but they have the Zero for sixty bucks US which I about the cheapest I've seen it anywhere.

 

The only issue I have with that is the tarrif tax needed.  I don't know how much that costs.  I'd hate to pay $60.00 with a $50.00 tariff tax.  Unless you know something I don't?  LMK more about this tax issue.  Thank you in advance.  Thanks for the visit!

Toshi

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Posted by BrandonK on Thursday, November 19, 2015 10:26 PM

It's gonna take a hanger to store all these big kits. The Corsair is my all time Fave bird.

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Posted by 1943Mike on Thursday, November 19, 2015 11:51 PM

Toshi,

My memory is not certain about this but, FWIW, I've purchased a few items from HLJ over the last few years and, even with the shipping costs, their price is generally lower than all the other model retailers that I've tried. Sometimes it just takes a while for the shipping. If you're not in a hurry you might check out their web site .... but, alas, you always seem to be in a hurry LOL! (I wish I could build aircraft models with half the expertise you deliver in your ridiculously quickly completed kits!!)

Mike

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Posted by Toshi on Friday, November 20, 2015 4:40 AM

BrandonK

It's gonna take a hanger to store all these big kits. The Corsair is my all time Fave bird.

BK

 

To BrandonK, I want to personally thank you for being there for my builds and giving me the support I needed.  It's really directed me to move forward.  

With that being said, I've donated a couple of models to my nephew of which whom now is interested in models.  I told him that I'll help him build anything he wants.  I told his mom to get a snaptite kit.  So far, he now owns my Monogram P-47 Thunderbolt and a F6F Hellcat.  

I've also given as a thank you to my psychiatrist, a Monogram P-38 Lightning.  I plan to give my speech, cognitive, memory, therapist at MENTIS my Trumpeter 1:32 Avenger.  Then a few will go to my local VFW.  

The Corsair is also my all time favorite!  The TV Show "Baa Baa Black Sheep" based on Major Greg "Pappy" Boyington and his squadron, VMF-214 was the catalyst that made me a rabid fan of the gullwing bird.  This is my sixth Corsair build.  I've made three Monogram F4U's, one "Baa Baa Black Sheep" Revell Corsair at 8 years old and the Tamiya 1:32 and now this Tamiya 1:32.  Most of these builds have foldable wings.  A few of them broke off and I've had to utilize a popstick wooden stick that looks like a tongue depressor to turn it into a permanatly fixed wing aircraft.  LOL!

Toshi

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Posted by Toshi on Friday, November 20, 2015 4:50 AM

1943Mike

Toshi,

My memory is not certain about this but, FWIW, I've purchased a few items from HLJ over the last few years and, even with the shipping costs, their price is generally lower than all the other model retailers that I've tried. Sometimes it just takes a while for the shipping. If you're not in a hurry you might check out their web site .... but, alas, you always seem to be in a hurry LOL! (I wish I could build aircraft models with half the expertise you deliver in your ridiculously quickly completed kits!!)

Mike

 

I will look into HLJ website right now!  I'm excited.  1943Mike, thank you for the tips and visits, especially the praise and kind words.  

Toshi

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Posted by Gamera on Friday, November 20, 2015 6:24 AM

Hey Mike, thanks for the help, I'd already packed up my laptop when Toshi asked the question and didn't want to pull it back out.

Yeah, S&H from HLJ I'd not noticed being any really higher than S&H than most US/Canada based companies. The one exception was ordering a off-brand tank kit in a truely gigantic box, way bigger than a 1/32th aircraft even, we're talking about two and half FEET by two feet in size, dunno why they needed such a large box, but anyway I was charged an arm and a leg S&H. Other than that even fairly large boxes I get reasonable S&H rates.

Only thing to watch for as Mike said is the wait sometimes. If their website states 'In Stock' they'll ship it right away. If it says 'Out of Stock' or 'Backordered' they have to order more from the company and it can take a month or more. They do have a 'private warehouse' now though where you can tell them to save stuff and ship it all at one time rather than paying S&H on a dozen small items.

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Posted by Toshi on Friday, November 20, 2015 6:47 AM

Gamera

Hey Mike, thanks for the help, I'd already packed up my laptop when Toshi asked the question and didn't want to pull it back out.

Yeah, S&H from HLJ I'd not noticed being any really higher than S&H than most US/Canada based companies. The one exception was ordering a off-brand tank kit in a truely gigantic box, way bigger than a 1/32th aircraft even, we're talking about two and half FEET by two feet in size, dunno why they needed such a large box, but anyway I was charged an arm and a leg S&H. Other than that even fairly large boxes I get reasonable S&H rates.

Only thing to watch for as Mike said is the wait sometimes. If their website states 'In Stock' they'll ship it right away. If it says 'Out of Stock' or 'Backordered' they have to order more from the company and it can take a month or more. They do have a 'private warehouse' now though where you can tell them to save stuff and ship it all at one time rather than paying S&H on a dozen small items.

 

Thank you for the information!

Toshi

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Posted by wing_nut on Friday, November 20, 2015 7:31 AM
I built the -1A and it might be the nicest kit I've ever built. You are about to have so much fun. Did you say want shop you bough that from? I may have missed it.

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Posted by crown r n7 on Friday, November 20, 2015 7:51 AM

that is a gorgeous kit I built several tamiya corsairs in 1/48. You got me  interestedGeeked

 

 

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Posted by scottrc on Friday, November 20, 2015 8:09 AM

Another killer build Toshi, and you can never have enough CorsairsBig Smile

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Posted by Toshi on Friday, November 20, 2015 10:29 AM

wing_nut
I built the -1A and it might be the nicest kit I've ever built. You are about to have so much fun. Did you say want shop you bough that from? I may have missed it.
 

Thank you sir.  I will definately have fun, as for your question, I've taken care of that.  Thanks.

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Posted by Toshi on Friday, November 20, 2015 10:30 AM

crown r n7

that is a gorgeous kit I built several tamiya corsairs in 1/48. You got me  interestedGeeked

 

This Corsair model kit in 1:32 has to be IMHO one of the best out there.

Toshi

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Posted by Toshi on Friday, November 20, 2015 10:32 AM

scottrc

Another killer build Toshi, and you can never have enough CorsairsBig Smile

 

I was thinking of getting another Tamiya 1:32 Corsair so that I can display this build in flight and the other one with wings folded.  Thanks for the visit.

Toshi

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Posted by rooster513 on Friday, November 20, 2015 10:44 AM

I'm currently working on this guys "little brother" in 1/48th. Looking forward to the start of this, going to be another good one Toshi!

-Andy

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Posted by Toshi on Friday, November 20, 2015 12:34 PM

rooster513

I'm currently working on this guys "little brother" in 1/48th. Looking forward to the start of this, going to be another good one Toshi!

 

Thanks rooster513.  I'm also looking forward to this build.  Thank you sir for the read and reply as well as your support in my projects.

Toshi

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Posted by BrandonK on Friday, November 20, 2015 3:16 PM

That's very cool Toshi, you're a stand up guy. Awesome!!

BK

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Posted by lawdog114 on Friday, November 20, 2015 8:07 PM
Sorry about the mishap. I bet this one turns out better.

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Posted by Toshi on Friday, November 20, 2015 10:45 PM

lawdog114
Sorry about the mishap. I bet this one turns out better.
 

Yah, I was dizzy that day and I happened to fall.  Just one of those bad days for me.  Thanks for the read and reply.

Toshi

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Posted by modelcrazy on Friday, November 20, 2015 10:54 PM

I'm here Toshi,

Don't start without me.

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Posted by Bish on Saturday, November 21, 2015 12:50 AM
Nice to see you giving it another go. I do like the Corsair and I know your going to make a great job of these one. But where the hell are you putting all these big kits.

I am a Norfolk man and i glory in being so

 

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, November 21, 2015 4:52 AM

To modelcrazy,

LOL, I'll be waiting.  I think?  LOL!

Toshi

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, November 21, 2015 4:59 AM

Bish
Nice to see you giving it another go. I do like the Corsair and I know your going to make a great job of these one. But where the hell are you putting all these big kits.
 

LOL!  I have a stand that holds up to eight 1:32 aircraft.  I've been giving my nephew a couple of planes (P-47 & F6F) he like it so much, he want's to build one.  I told his mom to by a snaptite.

A few more went to my therapists as a thank you.  I'll be donating a small batch of models to the local VFW.  I'm sure they'll enjoy it.

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Posted by modelcrazy on Saturday, November 21, 2015 8:36 AM

Toshi
 I've been giving my nephew a couple of planes (P-47 & F6F) he like it so much, he want's to build one.  I told his mom to by a snaptite. A few more went to my therapists as a thank you.  I'll be donating a small batch of models to the local VFW.  I'm sure they'll enjoy it.

Good for you!

Steve

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, November 21, 2015 12:24 PM

To my fellow forum members,

The cockpit is slowly taking shape.  This time around, I'm thinking of a possible clean build in-flight on the Tamiya stand, just like my previous build, the P-51 Silver Edition "Silver Surfer".  But we shall see.  Until then I only have a very, very small progress report below.

Toshi

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, November 21, 2015 1:43 PM

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, November 21, 2015 9:41 PM

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Posted by modelcrazy on Saturday, November 21, 2015 9:57 PM

Outstanding IP Toshi.

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Posted by Bish on Sunday, November 22, 2015 1:55 AM
ye, some nice work on the pit, never seen a kit IP go together like that before, really nice.

I am a Norfolk man and i glory in being so

 

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Posted by Jay Jay on Sunday, November 22, 2015 8:30 AM

Wow Toshi, you're knocking this one out of the park.  beautiful, beautiful job on the pit. You're detail painting is excellent.

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted by wing_nut on Sunday, November 22, 2015 11:39 AM
The cockpit is really taking shape. looks great.

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Posted by BrandonK on Sunday, November 22, 2015 12:54 PM

Your skills continue to improve with each build. Really nice work on that pit. This one will be your best yet, I can feel it.

BK

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Posted by patrick206 on Sunday, November 22, 2015 4:14 PM

Mighty nice work Toshi, great job on the IP, your construction and finish abilities are first rate. I still say you'll be ready for an entry at an IPMS convention very soon, great job so far.

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Posted by knox on Sunday, November 22, 2015 6:27 PM

  Toshi,  really nice job on your ip.  I don't comment as much as I should, but I always try to follow your builds.  You just keep getting better.      

  I hope you know that you are pretty much a one man group build.  We may have to ask FSM to create a category just for your workBig Smile        

  I also think it's great what you're doing with some of your models. Just keep building please. It's fun being a " Toshi groupy".                 knox

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Posted by allan on Sunday, November 22, 2015 7:17 PM

I leave the forums for a week and Toshi is on page 2 of yet another build.  Wow.  And your cockpit WIP is pretty impressive to boot! 

 

If I had your quick-build skills I wouldnt be staring at the boxes cluttering my hobby room wondering what to do.

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Posted by Toshi on Sunday, November 22, 2015 9:12 PM

Thank you modelcrazy, my first Tamiya 1:32 Corsair was a challenge.  This build is as well, the only differentiation is that I have the older Corsair build to utilize as a template.  Thank you for the read and reply!

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Posted by Toshi on Sunday, November 22, 2015 9:15 PM

Bish
ye, some nice work on the pit, never seen a kit IP go together like that before, really nice.
 

Yes, it is a unique build as far as the Intsrument Panel is concerned.  Thank you for your support in my builds.

Toshi

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Posted by Toshi on Sunday, November 22, 2015 9:17 PM

Jay Jay

Wow Toshi, you're knocking this one out of the park.  beautiful, beautiful job on the pit. You're detail painting is excellent.

 

Thanks Jay Jay, I use your last build as a reference.  Thanks to your WIP.

Toshi

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Posted by Toshi on Sunday, November 22, 2015 9:19 PM

wing_nut
The cockpit is really taking shape. looks great.
 

Thank you so much wing_nut for the kind words.

Toshi!

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Posted by Toshi on Sunday, November 22, 2015 9:21 PM

BrandonK

Your skills continue to improve with each build. Really nice work on that pit. This one will be your best yet, I can feel it.

BK

 

BrandonK, thank you very very much!  Without your support and from members of FSM, my builds would not have excelled to this point!

Toshi

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Posted by Toshi on Sunday, November 22, 2015 9:22 PM

patrick206

Mighty nice work Toshi, great job on the IP, your construction and finish abilities are first rate. I still say you'll be ready for an entry at an IPMS convention very soon, great job so far.

Patrick

 

Wow, a IPMS convention?  Thank you for the motivation!

Toshi

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Posted by Toshi on Sunday, November 22, 2015 9:26 PM

knox

  Toshi,  really nice job on your ip.  I don't comment as much as I should, but I always try to follow your builds.  You just keep getting better.      

  I hope you know that you are pretty much a one man group build.  We may have to ask FSM to create a category just for your workBig Smile        

  I also think it's great what you're doing with some of your models. Just keep building please. It's fun being a " Toshi groupy".                 knox

 

Just by you following my builds, I am most honored sir!  A one man GB LOL!  Thank you so much for the read, reply, support, and being my first groupy!  

Toshi

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Posted by Toshi on Sunday, November 22, 2015 9:28 PM

allan

I leave the forums for a week and Toshi is on page 2 of yet another build.  Wow.  And your cockpit WIP is pretty impressive to boot! 

 

If I had your quick-build skills I wouldnt be staring at the boxes cluttering my hobby room wondering what to do.

 

allan, you continue to honor me here on the FSM Forums.  I'm speechless.

Toshi

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Posted by Toshi on Sunday, November 22, 2015 9:39 PM

Here is what's been done on this beautiful day in Streetsboro, Ohio.  Although cold, the sun has been shining, Mrs. Toshi, the love of my life, and the three cats get to spend time with me today.  I'm so happy!  What's even greater is the fact that I get to build my model kits surrounded by loved ones.  

Toshi

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Posted by modelcrazy on Sunday, November 22, 2015 9:43 PM
Wow! Wonderful Toshi. You have surpassed my talents (which isn't that hard)

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Posted by Toshi on Monday, November 23, 2015 5:25 AM

To modelcrazy,

No way, you're crazy!  LOL!  Pun intended.  You've been building a lot longer than I have and I am only now feeling confortable with building and assembling model kits as a whole.  

I've been drawing inspiration from your Tamiya 1:32 P-51 Mustang!

Toshi

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Posted by BrandonK on Monday, November 23, 2015 8:57 AM

Top notch pit work Toshi. Just simply stunning work. Excellent.

BK

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Posted by scottrc on Monday, November 23, 2015 10:27 AM
Toshi, your are making that cockpit look easy. In fact, I now want to build one of the Tamiya 1/32 kits. Problem is, I need another 1/32 Corsair like I need a second nose. I have zero place to put one. But it looks so nicely engineered.

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Posted by Toshi on Monday, November 23, 2015 11:07 AM

BrandonK

Top notch pit work Toshi. Just simply stunning work. Excellent.

BK

 

Oh my friend, that is very funny.  You made my day!  Thank you very much!

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Posted by Toshi on Monday, November 23, 2015 11:08 AM

scottrc
Toshi, your are making that cockpit look easy. In fact, I now want to build one of the Tamiya 1/32 kits. Problem is, I need another 1/32 Corsair like I need a second nose. I have zero place to put one. But it looks so nicely engineered.
 

Thank you scottrc, I try to do my best.  You could always hang one on the ceiling.  LOL!

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Posted by Gamera on Monday, November 23, 2015 11:46 AM

Very nice work on the cockpit here too Toshi! Although after the 'Silver Surfer' the Corsair needs a name too- maybe 'Blue Bullet???'

Sorry to hear about you dropping your older Corsair, I know how that feels, I dropped a 1/35th Jadgpanzer IV on the basement concrete floor a few years ago when airbrushing her. And nice of you to donate your builds to different people, I hope they have a good home. I figure all mine will end up in a dumpster when I go belly up. 

PS: I went ahead and ordered the Tamiya A6M 51 Zero from HLJ. Of course it was backordered, hopefully it will be here in time for a little Christmas present to myself. 

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Posted by Toshi on Monday, November 23, 2015 5:39 PM

Gamera

Very nice work on the cockpit here too Toshi! Although after the 'Silver Surfer' the Corsair needs a name too- maybe 'Blue Bullet???'

Sorry to hear about you dropping your older Corsair, I know how that feels, I dropped a 1/35th Jadgpanzer IV on the basement concrete floor a few years ago when airbrushing her. And nice of you to donate your builds to different people, I hope they have a good home. I figure all mine will end up in a dumpster when I go belly up. 

PS: I went ahead and ordered the Tamiya A6M 51 Zero from HLJ. Of course it was backordered, hopefully it will be here in time for a little Christmas present to myself. 

 

Blue Bullett it is!  LOL!  Nice cool name.  Yes, I was really dizzy that day and Mrs. Toshi told me to lay down, of course I did not listen to her!  Hence the disaster that I caused.  

You will not be disappointed with the Zero build.  It is exceptional beyond belief.  You will be pleasantly surprised.  

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Posted by Toshi on Monday, November 23, 2015 9:09 PM

Here is some progress for Monday evening.

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Posted by allan on Tuesday, November 24, 2015 8:21 PM

With every kit and with every new post its becoming harder and harder to believe you only started doing this relatively recently.  Keep up the great job Toshi!

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Posted by Bish on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 12:43 AM
Great progress Toshi, she is coming along nicely.

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, November 28, 2015 2:04 AM

allan

With every kit and with every new post its becoming harder and harder to believe you only started doing this relatively recently.  Keep up the great job Toshi!

 

Thanks to members like you, the opportunity to learn on FSM forum is limitless!

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, November 28, 2015 2:05 AM

Bish
Great progress Toshi, she is coming along nicely.
 

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, November 28, 2015 2:17 AM

I hope everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving holiday.  I only have a few pics to show some progress in the Corsair build.

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Posted by BrandonK on Saturday, November 28, 2015 11:18 AM

It's starting to look like a Corsair !!!

 

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A lot !! And I mean A LOT!!

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Posted by Greg on Saturday, November 28, 2015 4:31 PM

Coming along nicely, Toshi.

Nice to see this WIP. I have one in my small stash, gives me some idea what it's all about.

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Posted by Toshi on Sunday, November 29, 2015 5:00 AM

BrandonK

It's starting to look like a Corsair !!!

 

BK

 

It is definately taking shape.  Thank you for the read and reply.

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Posted by Toshi on Sunday, November 29, 2015 5:02 AM

Greg

Coming along nicely, Toshi.

Nice to see this WIP. I have one in my small stash, gives me some idea what it's all about.

 

This kit is well designed, you'll have a great time assembling this build.

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Posted by plasticjunkie on Sunday, November 29, 2015 6:33 AM

These Tamiya kits are just a pleasure to build. The pit and IP are looking outstanding.

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Posted by Toshi on Monday, November 30, 2015 6:16 AM

plasticjunkie

These Tamiya kits are just a pleasure to build. The pit and IP are looking outstanding.

 

Yes, I completely agree with you.  Thank you sir for the visit!

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Posted by Toshi on Monday, November 30, 2015 6:47 AM

This is the extent of the build as of last night.  Thank you for the visits and support.

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Posted by Toshi on Monday, November 30, 2015 6:49 AM

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Posted by Gamera on Monday, November 30, 2015 7:30 AM

Yeap, really starting to look like a Corsair now with those crazy inverted gull wings! 

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Posted by scottrc on Monday, November 30, 2015 9:08 AM

Toshi, looks great, so much like a full size build.  I really like the detail in your kit. I know about those gull wings, they are a buggar, especially building them out of wood.  Attached is my 1/8 scale Corsair.  This explains why I am out of room for another one even in 1/32.  My ceilings are only 5'-10" high.

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Posted by Toshi on Monday, November 30, 2015 11:10 AM

Gamera

Yeap, really starting to look like a Corsair now with those crazy inverted gull wings! 

 

Yes; "Those crazy inverted gull wings" are an intricate aspect of the Corsair build.  If I can't get that right, it will throw the whole build off.  Thanks for the read and reply!

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Posted by Toshi on Monday, November 30, 2015 11:13 AM

scottrc

Toshi, looks great, so much like a full size build.  I really like the detail in your kit. I know about those gull wings, they are a buggar, especially building them out of wood.  Attached is my 1/8 scale Corsair.  This explains why I am out of room for another one even in 1/32.  My ceilings are only 5'-10" high.

 

Thank you sir!  Man that's one monstrocity of a Corsair.  Is that a RC?

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Posted by scottrc on Monday, November 30, 2015 1:09 PM

Yes, its RC, and its a baby compared to the 1/4 scale and 1/3 scale monsters most guys build. I am limited with space, so 1/8 is the largest I go. It looks like your Tamiya model is a scale detailers dream kit.  Can't wait to see more.Geeked

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Posted by Bish on Monday, November 30, 2015 1:17 PM
She is coming along really nicely Toshi.

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Posted by infofrog on Monday, November 30, 2015 6:09 PM
Looking very good . Hows the manual . What I seen , they look awesome Rick

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Posted by allan on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 1:29 AM

And the wings come on.  I dont think its crazy.  I think the inverted gull is sexy!

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Posted by Toshi on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 5:06 AM

scottrc

Yes, its RC, and its a baby compared to the 1/4 scale and 1/3 scale monsters most guys build. I am limited with space, so 1/8 is the largest I go. It looks like your Tamiya model is a scale detailers dream kit.  Can't wait to see more.Geeked

 

Yes, there's lots of detail on these 1:32 Tamiya kits.  I'm at the stage of where the first coat will be sprayed on either later today or this evening.  Photos to folllow!  Thanks for the read and reply.

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Posted by Toshi on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 5:07 AM

Bish
She is coming along really nicely Toshi.
 

Thanks Bish, my wish is just not to drop it.  LOL!  So far there are no issues or concerns.  Thanks for the visit.

 

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Posted by Toshi on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 5:12 AM

infofrog
Looking very good . Hows the manual . What I seen , they look awesome Rick
 

Thank you sir!  The manual is extremely well detatailed and planned out.  You must choose prior to assembly one of the three types of Corsairs you plan on building as there are small differentiations on each Corsair.  Thank you for the read and reply.

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Posted by Toshi on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 5:13 AM

allan

And the wings come on.  I dont think its crazy.  I think the inverted gull is sexy!

 

You know allan, she does have some nice curves!   LOL!  Thanks for the visit.

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Posted by Toshi on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 5:23 AM

This process is very tedious.  These canopy maskings on all of the 1:32 series Tamiya aircraft are not precut.  You must cut these out yourselves.  This took most of my day, I just don't have steady hands anymore.

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Posted by wing_nut on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 7:40 AM
I agree, that was tedious. The good news was though that once cut they fit great. Do a cracker jack job here Toshi.

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Posted by scottrc on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 10:55 AM

At least the masks have lines you can follow. And yout did fine.  Beats the old method of putting Frisket or masking tape over the canopy and trying to cut out the frames.  I have done that for too many years and am now willing to pay for the die cut masks.  

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Posted by Toshi on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 5:59 PM

wing_nut
I agree, that was tedious. The good news was though that once cut they fit great. Do a cracker jack job here Toshi.
 

I agree, they come together just like a puzzle.  I try my best sir!

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Posted by Toshi on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 6:01 PM

scottrc

At least the masks have lines you can follow. And yout did fine.  Beats the old method of putting Frisket or masking tape over the canopy and trying to cut out the frames.  I have done that for too many years and am now willing to pay for the die cut masks.  

 

LOL!  So do I.  I've noticed that Trumpeters 1:32 kits has the same non-diecut masks as well.

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Posted by Gamera on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 6:53 PM

Toshi

 

 
allan

And the wings come on.  I dont think its crazy.  I think the inverted gull is sexy!

 

 

 

You know allan, she does have some nice curves!   LOL!  Thanks for the visit.

 

Toshi

 

Lol, I meant crazy as in far-out, awesome instead of insane! Wink

 

And yeah, those pre-cut masks are expensive but they're worth every penny!

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Posted by allan on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 7:33 PM

Gamera

 

 

Lol, I meant crazy as in far-out, awesome instead of insane! Wink

 

And yeah, those pre-cut masks are expensive but they're worth every penny!

 

 

Well, yeah, its quite far out.  Check this out, they put the gull wings upside down:

http://gadzetomania.pl/4612,najciekawsze-wynalazki-projekty-i-prototypy-ii-rzeczypospolitej-cz-1

Well, I guess its the right way up.

 

Toshi,

Nice work on the masks. Im never going to build my Corsair into the birdcage type. lol

 

 

 

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Posted by Toshi on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 3:31 AM

Here is what I worked on after dinner.

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Posted by roger_wilco on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 5:19 AM

It's looking really good Toshi.Looks like a very complex kit overall.

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Posted by Gamera on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 7:26 AM

Allan: That is cool, thanks for the link!

Toshi: Yay! I think masking maybe my most hated part of aircraft modeling, good to see you're though that! 

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Posted by Toshi on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 12:24 PM

roger_wilco

It's looking really good Toshi.Looks like a very complex kit overall.

 

Yes it is complex as well as interesting.  I'm glad that I had made this same aircraft 6 months ago.  I use that as a template.  Thanks for the visit!

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Posted by Toshi on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 12:28 PM

Gamera

Allan: That is cool, thanks for the link!

Toshi: Yay! I think masking maybe my most hated part of aircraft modeling, good to see you're though that! 

 

LOL!  Masking is tedious work.  I just keep calm telling myself, "There's no Place Like Home"

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Posted by infofrog on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 5:50 PM
I'm so jealous . I want that model .. You are doing A super dooper good job Rick

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Posted by Toshi on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 6:09 PM

infofrog
I'm so jealous . I want that model .. You are doing A super dooper good job Rick
 

LOL!  Thank you infofrog.

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Posted by Toshi on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 6:13 PM

To my fellow forum members,

I have here the main fueselage of the Corsair.  I still need to touch it up, clean it up, and do some type of wash.  Thank you all for the support.

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Posted by allan on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 10:17 PM

I am loving this.  Did I mention this happens to be my favorite WW2 plane?

 

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Posted by Newtothis on Thursday, December 3, 2015 2:11 AM

Great work so far!  I have just started this kit myself.  I'll put pics up soon too :)

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Posted by Toshi on Thursday, December 3, 2015 5:35 AM

allan

I am loving this.  Did I mention this happens to be my favorite WW2 plane?

 

 

No allan, this is the first time you've mentioned this.  I too am a huge rabid fan of this aircraft.  I became enthralled when I saw the TV show, "The Black Sheep Squadron" or Baa Baa Black Sheep.  It was a show based on VMF-214.  Robert Conrad played the part of "Pappy".  Matter of fact, "Pappy" did a few cameos as well as being a consultant for the show.

Thanks for always being there for me on my threads.  I really appreciate it!

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Posted by Toshi on Thursday, December 3, 2015 5:37 AM

Newtothis

Great work so far!  I have just started this kit myself.  I'll put pics up soon too :)

 

Thanks Newtothis!  I look forward in seeing your WIP!  Thanks for the visit.

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Posted by Toshi on Thursday, December 3, 2015 5:52 AM

Just a couple of pics from last night.

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Posted by Gamera on Thursday, December 3, 2015 7:45 AM

Woohoo, with the beautiful blue she's really really starting to look like a Corsair! 

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Posted by Jay Jay on Thursday, December 3, 2015 9:05 AM

I second the "WOO HOO "  This is your best yet and I'm excited to be watching your WIP, Toshi.  TY for posting all this.

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted by allan on Thursday, December 3, 2015 10:12 PM
Toshi, The reason you are a fan of the Corsair is the same reason its my favorite WW2 plane - the TV show. Hahaha. It made such an indelible mark on me.

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Posted by Toshi on Friday, December 4, 2015 4:31 AM

Gamera

Woohoo, with the beautiful blue she's really really starting to look like a Corsair! 

 

Yes, at least the Corsair is headed in the right direction not like my first Corsair.  Thanks for the visit!

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Posted by Toshi on Friday, December 4, 2015 4:33 AM

Jay Jay

I second the "WOO HOO "  This is your best yet and I'm excited to be watching your WIP, Toshi.  TY for posting all this.

 

Thanks Jay Jay, it's my pleasure to post the WIP to you as well as fellow forum members.

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Posted by Toshi on Friday, December 4, 2015 4:37 AM

allan
Toshi, The reason you are a fan of the Corsair is the same reason its my favorite WW2 plane - the TV show. Hahaha. It made such an indelible mark on me.
 

I think that show brought the biggest inspiration and recognition to the venerable F4U Corsair!  Thanks for the read and reply.

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Posted by scottrc on Friday, December 4, 2015 8:18 AM

Toshi, the more I watch you progress, the more I hope the cat jumps up and squashes my current 1/32 Corsair I have on the shelf so that I will have room and an excuse to build this kit.  You really are doing a great, detailed review of it.

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Posted by Toshi on Friday, December 4, 2015 11:24 AM

scottrc

Toshi, the more I watch you progress, the more I hope the cat jumps up and squashes my current 1/32 Corsair I have on the shelf so that I will have room and an excuse to build this kit.  You really are doing a great, detailed review of it.

 

LOL!  LOL!  You're words are too kind scottrc.  I try to do my best, I'm speechless.  Thank you for the read and reply as well as your support!

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Posted by Toshi on Friday, December 4, 2015 9:47 PM

To my fellow forum members,

I've finally completed the Chance/Vought F4U-1 Corsair.  As with the majority of Tamiya model kits, this one supersedes most of the 1:32 products.  I'm up for the challenge in not only purchasing but building in it's proper context.  At the very near future, I have been given the; "Go ahead" from Mrs. Toshi, I will purchase and build the 1:32 Tamiya  "Mossie"!

As for this kit, the spruce were nicely placed individually in a stapled plastic bag.  Even her massive amount of instructions followed by the biggest question all modelers have is; "Where in the world do I put this?

My sister in law purchased a stand for me to display my models.  Even Mrs. Toshi said that she will move out of the den to give room to all my model kits.  Currently, I'm ecstatic!

Mrs. Toshi and I went on an excursion to where else?  Hobby Lobby!  Upon our arrival, Mrs. Toshi asked if I wanted the Iwata Eclipse, to which I've declined on several occasions.  Personally, I need to hone my skill in the airbrushing technique.  Once I feel comfortable, I told Mrs. I will then take it to the next level.  For your viewing, I have taken several shots, I hope and wish every one a wonderful Christmas.  

Toshi

 

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Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

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Posted by Toshi on Friday, December 4, 2015 10:09 PM

In memory of December 7 Mrs. Toshi recommended the Revell 1:426 USS Arizona.  Especially so since we were both born in Honolulu, Hawaii.  I also received as a gift from Mrs. Toshi a Tamiya 1:35 M41 US Tank Walker Bulldog.  I hope everyone enjoys my next set of builds.  Thank you very much and have a nice Christmas! 

Toshi

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Posted by BrandonK on Friday, December 4, 2015 10:51 PM

Nice one Toshi. Love them Corsairs!!! Another rapid build too. Man, you do good, fast work.

BK

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A lot !! And I mean A LOT!!

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Posted by Bish on Saturday, December 5, 2015 1:08 AM

Thats another cracking build Toshi, really nice job on this.

And looks like the Mrs is keeping you busy.

I am a Norfolk man and i glory in being so

 

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Posted by wing_nut on Saturday, December 5, 2015 6:35 AM
No one can accuse you having grass growing under your feet. Nicely done.

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, December 5, 2015 8:42 AM

BrandonK

Nice one Toshi. Love them Corsairs!!! Another rapid build too. Man, you do good, fast work.

BK

 

Thank you very much BrandonK.  

Toshi

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, December 5, 2015 8:44 AM

Bish

Thats another cracking build Toshi, really nice job on this.

And looks like the Mrs is keeping you busy.

 

Thanks Bish.  Yes, she sure is.  Thanks for the read and reply.

Toshi

 

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, December 5, 2015 8:46 AM

wing_nut
No one can accuse you having grass growing under your feet. Nicely done.
 

Thank you wing_nut.  Thank you for following my threads/builds.

Toshi

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Posted by patrick206 on Saturday, December 5, 2015 2:07 PM

Toshi - A great job you did, building this kit of such a fine old war bird as the Corsair. Super nice paint application, you have really advanced your airbrushing skills. 

Enjoy the tank and Arizona builds, we'll all watch to see them on the "assembly line." Thanks for all the posts and photos.

A very Merry Christmas and the best of New Years to you and your family.

Patrick

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Posted by infofrog on Saturday, December 5, 2015 2:57 PM
Nice job look forward to the tank build . Rick

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, December 5, 2015 3:03 PM

patrick206

Toshi - A great job you did, building this kit of such a fine old war bird as the Corsair. Super nice paint application, you have really advanced your airbrushing skills. 

Enjoy the tank and Arizona builds, we'll all watch to see them on the "assembly line." Thanks for all the posts and photos.

A very Merry Christmas and the best of New Years to you and your family.

Patrick

 

Thank you sir.  I really appreciated your continued vigilance on all of my blogs.  I hope these words can continue to serv this forum otthrvt mpo

 

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, December 5, 2015 3:21 PM

infofrog
Nice job look forward to the tank build . Rick
 

Thank you sir.  I'll do my best with the M41.

Toshi

 

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Posted by plasticjunkie on Saturday, December 5, 2015 4:01 PM

Your builds are getting better as you go. I thought the chrome Mustang was good but this Corsair rocks. Great job.

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Posted by Gamera on Saturday, December 5, 2015 4:48 PM

She looks great Toshi, congrads!!!

As to the airbrush, it's much like your music, the only way to master it is to practice, practice, and practice. The nice thing about modeling here is you can always paint over it if you don't like the results.

And very cool Arizona and M41, those should be fun to build, the 1/32nd Mosquito though I'd be rather intimidated!

"I dream in fire but work in clay." -Arthur Machen

 

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Posted by The Migrant on Saturday, December 5, 2015 5:09 PM

Nice work, Toshi 

 

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, December 5, 2015 8:52 PM

Toshi

 

 
patrick206

Toshi - A great job you did, building this kit of such a fine old war bird as the Corsair. Super nice paint application, you have really advanced your airbrushing skills. 

Enjoy the tank and Arizona builds, we'll all watch to see them on the "assembly line." Thanks for all the posts and photos.

A very Merry Christmas and the best of New Years to you and your family.

Patrick

 

 

 

Thank you sir.  I really appreciated your continued vigilance on all of my blogs.  I hope these words can continue to serv this forum otthrvt mpo

 

 

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Patrick206,

Please except my apologies as I mentally and physically was not myself as you can see in my reply to you.  I try my best each day, but there are days when I'm unable to manage myself.  Thank you for your unerstanding, and thank you in advance.

Toshi

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, December 5, 2015 8:55 PM

plasticjunkie

Your builds are getting better as you go. I thought the chrome Mustang was good but this Corsair rocks. Great job.

 

Thank you sir!  I really appreciate the support.

Toshi

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, December 5, 2015 8:56 PM

Gamera

She looks great Toshi, congrads!!!

As to the airbrush, it's much like your music, the only way to master it is to practice, practice, and practice. The nice thing about modeling here is you can always paint over it if you don't like the results.

And very cool Arizona and M41, those should be fun to build, the 1/32nd Mosquito though I'd be rather intimidated!

 

Thank you Gamera.  Thank you for the read and reply as well.  

Toshi

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Posted by Toshi on Saturday, December 5, 2015 8:57 PM

The Migrant

Nice work, Toshi 

 

 

 

Thank you sir, and thank you for the read and reply!

Toshi

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Posted by Jay Jay on Sunday, December 6, 2015 8:25 AM

WOW Toshi you've done a wonderfully gorgeous build !

Question;  how did you attach the antenae and what did you use for the lines, it looks so life -like with no glue blobs anywhere?

Maybe Mrs. santa will get me a 1/32 for Christmas lol

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted by Toshi on Sunday, December 6, 2015 11:17 AM

Jay Jay

WOW Toshi you've done a wonderfully gorgeous build !

Question;  how did you attach the antenae and what did you use for the lines, it looks so life -like with no glue blobs anywhere?

Maybe Mrs. santa will get me a 1/32 for Christmas lol

 

Thank you so much for your support.  I so enjoy our conversations! As for my antennae I used a product called EZ-Line.  It was through eBay.  You can purchase this from Bobe's Hobby House. 

2 East Nine Mile Road Pensacola, FL 32534

850-433-2187

www.bobeshobbyhouse.com

It can stretch up to 700 times it's actual length, and works really well with CA.  The EZ-Line I purchased is the one made for 1:48 kits.  EZ-Line also comes in 1:72 up to 1:32, if my memory serves me right.  LOL!

The CA I used is Extreme Power.  You can purchase these from Hobby Lobby.  I purchased the Thick and Thin.  Make sure you buy the glueing tips.  

Toshi

 

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Posted by Toshi on Sunday, December 6, 2015 11:21 AM

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Posted by scottrc on Monday, December 7, 2015 9:39 AM

Great job on the Corsair Toshi.  you have come a long way in your skills.  The Walker Bulldog is a fun kit, I built mine in a weekend and I am far from ever building much armor. Hope to see you build a battleship. Scott

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Posted by Toshi on Monday, December 7, 2015 11:52 AM

scottrc

Great job on the Corsair Toshi.  you have come a long way in your skills.  The Walker Bulldog is a fun kit, I built mine in a weekend and I am far from ever building much armor. Hope to see you build a battleship. Scott

 

Check out my USS Arizona build "under-ships".  I'm a quarter ways there.  I decided to do this in honor of my father and my great grandmother who was shot at by the Japanese Imperial Navy Zeros during the Pearl Harbor Attack.  They were shopping for their Sunday morning groceries at the time of the attack.  If my dad got hit, there would be no Toshi at all.  WOW!

Toshi

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Posted by Toshi on Monday, December 7, 2015 12:01 PM

scottrc

Great job on the Corsair Toshi.  you have come a long way in your skills.  The Walker Bulldog is a fun kit, I built mine in a weekend and I am far from ever building much armor. Hope to see you build a battleship. Scott

 

I'm looking forward to this very first ship build here!  Then I'll check on the reservations.

Toshi

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Posted by roger_wilco on Monday, December 7, 2015 11:16 PM

I'm late to the party as usual but I must say:She looks great Toshi! When you open up your model aircraft museum do consider a postion for me.Maybe lead model kit duster? 

"Build what YOU want, the way YOU want, and above all have fun!" - RIP Modeler Al. 

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Posted by Toshi on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 5:12 AM

roger_wilco

I'm late to the party as usual but I must say:She looks great Toshi! When you open up your model aircraft museum do consider a postion for me.Maybe lead model kit duster? 

 

LOL!  You can be the curator!

Toshi

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Posted by Jay Jay on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 8:05 AM

TY for the info Toshi. I will definately pick up the CA as I have a Hobby Lobby near me.  it's ironic that you live near Cleveland and purchase stuff from Florida where I live now and used to live in Cleveland.

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted by Toshi on Thursday, December 10, 2015 2:24 PM

Jay Jay

TY for the info Toshi. I will definately pick up the CA as I have a Hobby Lobby near me.  it's ironic that you live near Cleveland and purchase stuff from Florida where I live now and used to live in Cleveland.

 

Yes, it is ironic that I would be making my purchases via Florida.  As for the information, no need to thank me.  It's what we are here for, to help our FSM brothers and sisters in anyway we can.  As always Mr. Jay Jay, it's my pleasure!

Toshi

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