To my fellow forum members,

I just received the much needed decal roundels for my Avro Lancaster build.  You can bet that I immediately went to set up and install the final decals needed to complete this build. 

As you can see below, everything has been completed except for two things.  Weathering and a spray of dullcoat to set the decals in and to get rid of the very high gloss on the Lancaster at this current time.  I'm going to allow the decals to set overnight and then I'll seal the Lancaster paint job in.  Thank you forum members for everything you've done for me.

Toshi

To my fellow forum members,

I have been diligently and excitedly been tracking my Lancaster decals of the roundels.  Utilizing USPS tracking information, I can't wait for it to arrive!  I just found out some five minutes ago in that my decals are now in Kent, Ohio and are out in delivery mode.  That means I should have it in hand by 4:00pm today.  HURRAY!!!!

I'm also very anxiously been tracking my next build.  It's a GWH 1:48 P-61 Blackwidow.  This one is very special as it includes two extra decal sheets not including the GWH kit decals but also a Big Ed and a Eduard canopy masking set.  With this, the Blackwidow will be accompanied by a Squadron cowl and propeller set that comes with the propeller jig.  

I did a budgeted forecast in that if buying each piece individually including the kit itself and came to an approximate cost of $215.00.  I purchased the GWH kit and all the AM parts mentioned above at half the price!  I think I got away with murder.  LOL!  Of course as usual, I'll have a WIP thread available once I start the GWH Blackwidow kit!

Toshi

Phil_H

Oh, that 4000 pounds wasn't the maximum load of the B-17, it was a typical payload. I think the max theoretical load was up to about 17,000 pounds, but operationally, always remember that you have to trade payload for range.

 

Toshi

Gamera

Thanks for the info Phil, I'd just assumed that the Lancaster, Fortress, and Liberator were pretty much in the same class. I had no idea 

 

Toshi

Phil_H

Oh, that 4000 pounds wasn't the maximum load of the B-17, it was a typical payload. I think the max theoretical load was up to about 17,000 pounds, but operationally, always remember that you have to trade payload for range.

 

Ahh, very true. Good point. 

Oh, that 4000 pounds wasn't the maximum load of the B-17, it was a typical payload. I think the max theoretical load was up to about 17,000 pounds, but operationally, always remember that you have to trade payload for range.

Thanks for the info Phil, I'd just assumed that the Lancaster, Fortress, and Liberator were pretty much in the same class. I had no idea 

Phil_H

 

 

Toshi

Yes, I didn't realize how much ordinance the Lancaster was capable of carrying. It's amazing that it could even taxi down the runway let alone take flight! LOL!

 

 

Just to put it in perspective, that single cylindrical bomb in the middle of the bay (a 4,000 pound "blockbuster" AKA "cookie") represents the equivalent typical bomb load (by weight) for a B-17 Flying Fortress. In addition, there are 18 500 pounders, making a total in this configuration, of 13,000 pounds.

Remember also that later versions (with a reconfigured bomb bay) could carry the massive 10-ton "Grand Slam".

 

 

That's one hell of a workhouse.  Thank you sir for sharing this important information on this historic bomber with fellow forum members and myself included.  Also thank you for the read and reply!

Toshi

harp.ta

 

 

Toshi

 

 

harp.ta

Gat dang!  Look at all that ordinance... I gotta build me one of these.

 

 

 

 

Yes, I didn't realize how much ordinance the Lancaster was capable of carrying.  It's amazing that it could even taxi down the runway let alone take flight!  LOL! 

 

There's at least half a dozen sellers on eBay offering this very kit.  Check out eBay, you'll be pleasantly surprised in a good way on the cost of this classic kit!  Thank you sir for the read and reply!

Toshi

 

 

 

 

Well you were right about it being in production still - however, the new version MSRPs at 163 bucks!  I wonder if the new version has recessed panel lines as I think the older kit has raised.  I'm going to take a look at eBay and tempt fate and an angry wife... 

 

There is a dambuster version as well.  Oh yes, and one with a torpedo.  I would spend an extra $50.00 to $60.00 dollars and get the Big Ed set as the interior, although good could use a bit of finesse.  

I've never built a British heavy bomber before so this is a first for me.  I choose the version where half the kit is painted a flat black as I've never done that before.  The only kits that I've painted flat black was a Monogram 1:48 P-61 Blackwidow and a SR-71.  

This kit has half the undersides black with a camoflauge motif up on top.  At first I didn't know if I liked it or not, after a day with it, I think it's a very cool paint job and one of the most fun to do so.  Once again, thank you for the read and reply!

Toshi

Toshi

Yes, I didn't realize how much ordinance the Lancaster was capable of carrying. It's amazing that it could even taxi down the runway let alone take flight! LOL!

Just to put it in perspective, that single cylindrical bomb in the middle of the bay (a 4,000 pound "blockbuster" AKA "cookie") represents the equivalent typical bomb load (by weight) for a B-17 Flying Fortress. In addition, there are 18 500 pounders, making a total in this configuration, of 13,000 pounds.

Remember also that later versions (with a reconfigured bomb bay) could carry the massive 10-ton "Grand Slam".

Toshi

 

 

harp.ta

Gat dang!  Look at all that ordinance... I gotta build me one of these.

 

 

 

 

Yes, I didn't realize how much ordinance the Lancaster was capable of carrying.  It's amazing that it could even taxi down the runway let alone take flight!  LOL! 

 

There's at least half a dozen sellers on eBay offering this very kit.  Check out eBay, you'll be pleasantly surprised in a good way on the cost of this classic kit!  Thank you sir for the read and reply!

Toshi

 

Well you were right about it being in production still - however, the new version MSRPs at 163 bucks!  I wonder if the new version has recessed panel lines as I think the older kit has raised.  I'm going to take a look at eBay and tempt fate and an angry wife... 

harp.ta

Gat dang!  Look at all that ordinance... I gotta build me one of these.

 

There's at least half a dozen sellers on eBay offering this very kit.  Check out eBay, you'll be pleasantly surprised in a good way on the cost of this classic kit!  Thank you sir for the read and reply!

Toshi

Gat dang!  Look at all that ordinance... I gotta build me one of these.

harp.ta

I really with Tamiya would start pressing this kit again.  So dang expensive and one of my favorite heavies.  Looking forward to watching this one come together!

 

Toshi

harp.ta

I really with Tamiya would start pressing this kit again.  So dang expensive and one of my favorite heavies.  Looking forward to watching this one come together!

 

That moment when you missed the "next page" link at the bottom of the page and replied before reading all of the thread.  Very nice work Toshi - as always.

Gamera

 

 

Toshi

With bomb bay and landing gear doors.

Toshi

 

 

 

 

Decals look good Toshi, and gee now that's a load of bombs! 

 

Toshi

JOE RIX

Hi Toshi, Regret that I'm a bit late to the party but, I'm going to relish your fine Lancaster nonetheless. And with that said, excellent craftsmanship on that big beast. The all around work is exquisite and very nicely executed. I'm excited to see the finishing touches.

Concerning touring battlefields and museums, I've certainly visited my share of them. I've had the opportunity to visit nearly every Civil War battlefield from Richmond up to Gettysburg. Truly amazing experiences. But, Gettysburg was definitely different. I simply felt chilled and awed while walking it. Definitely a powerful and moving experience. Although Antietam was quite similar.

 

Toshi

BrandonK

Great work man, great work.

BK

 

Toshi

I really with Tamiya would start pressing this kit again.  So dang expensive and one of my favorite heavies.  Looking forward to watching this one come together!

Toshi

With bomb bay and landing gear doors.

Toshi

 

Decals look good Toshi, and gee now that's a load of bombs! 

Hi Toshi, Regret that I'm a bit late to the party but, I'm going to relish your fine Lancaster nonetheless. And with that said, excellent craftsmanship on that big beast. The all around work is exquisite and very nicely executed. I'm excited to see the finishing touches.

Concerning touring battlefields and museums, I've certainly visited my share of them. I've had the opportunity to visit nearly every Civil War battlefield from Richmond up to Gettysburg. Truly amazing experiences. But, Gettysburg was definitely different. I simply felt chilled and awed while walking it. Definitely a powerful and moving experience. Although Antietam was quite similar.

Great work man, great work.

BK

roony

Hope they arrive soon, so I can see the end result.

 

Toshi

Hope they arrive soon, so I can see the end result.

Here is where I must stop.  I'm waiting for my roundels to arrive via eBay.  Thank you forum members for your support.

Toshi

With bomb bay and landing gear doors.

Toshi

Here is a partial assembly of the bomb bays and the bombs.  Missing is the bomb bay doors of which will be installed after these photos have been uploaded.

Toshi

Barnaby Bartholomew Drinscott Braithwaite

I say, she's going to be quite the bird at 1/48 scale! She's looking really rather splendid so far, top ho, I say!

 

Barnaby

 

 

 

Toshi

7474

Looking good Toshi. Can't wait to see it finished. I'm a fan of the Harbor Freight AB

 

I own a siphon feed AB from Harbor Freight Tools due to the fact that I purchased a AB compressor from HFT.  The AB came with the compressor.  Both have served my purpose without any issues and or concerns and continues to do so exquisitely!  Thank you sir for the read and reply!

Toshi

Looking good Toshi. Can't wait to see it finished. I'm a fan of the Harbor Freight AB