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Regia Aeronautica GB II (06/15/09 to 06/15/10)

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  • Member since
    February 2007
  • From: Bournemouth UK
Posted by Luftwoller on Sunday, December 21, 2008 3:46 PM

Woo hoo, the more the merrier Summit. Your more than welcome here and a couplke of beautys to boot. I know of Supermodels stuff and thought they were fairly hard work. Any ideas what your 2 are like?

...Guy

..'Your an embarrassment to the human genus, makes me ashamed to call myself Homo'.
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  • From: Inland Northwest
Posted by Summit on Sunday, December 21, 2008 3:10 PM

Still taking applications ? I set these two kits aside this morning

Regia Beings that I have nothing on the shelf with Italian Markings..

OT - I never did find the kit I was looking for, but boy did set a bunch of stuff aside for the "To Do List" Whistling [:-^]  I cant believe I have not one kit of a Wirraway Sigh [sigh]

Sean "I've reached nearly fifty years of age with my system." Weekend GB 2008
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  • From: League City, Texas
Posted by sfcmac on Sunday, December 21, 2008 9:35 AM
AHHHHHH!
  • Member since
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  • From: South Central Wisconsin
Posted by Daywalker on Sunday, December 21, 2008 7:11 AM

You heard right Guy!  The port wing was longer than the starboard wing to counteract the engine torque.  I believe all of the Macchi's had this feature.  I can hardly wait to get started! Tongue [:P]

 

Frank 

 

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  • From: Bournemouth UK
Posted by Luftwoller on Sunday, December 21, 2008 3:33 AM

Oh yeah...pick on the Brit. Im here and in full effect. I even have Marmite on my fingers while i type.

Franky boy. That kit looks amazing. Thier resin (PCM) is supposed to be absolute quality. Im soo jealous. She looks a stunner. Didnt i read that those M.C 200's had assymetrical wings? Something to do with the torque or something like that?

Shooter. You know you want to join. If you take too long thinking aout it all the slots will be gone Whistling [:-^] or maybe not...or ill send Aaron, Steve,and Frank round to give you Chinese burns. Git yer butt in gear soldier....Or The boys will tear you a new one!!.

...Guy

..'Your an embarrassment to the human genus, makes me ashamed to call myself Homo'.
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  • From: waynesboro va, via Ireland
Posted by sidure on Sunday, December 21, 2008 1:46 AM

Troy, you might as well do it as now you have Aaron and Frank on your case and they wont give up until you join us. Besides dont you want to spray paint those smoke rings or the multiple motteling all over an airframe, nothing to worry about, right.

Guy is probably eating his bangers and mash.

Steve

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  • From: League City, Texas
Posted by sfcmac on Sunday, December 21, 2008 1:29 AM

Oh boy HK! I hear it calling your name!  Please do it will be a fun time I am sure.

Frank that kit looks oooooooooooooooo! I can smell the resin fumes! That is a cool Aircraft! It is just so odd looking with it's small radial engine and bubbles on the cowling. Open pit just screams for you to have a go at her! That is going to be cool!

Where is Guy? It is like 730 AM Sunday Morning? Must be dipping his bisquits in the marmolade! Last I heard from him he was following she that must be obeyed so perhaps once he gets loose he will convince ye HK Shooter!

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  • From: waynesboro va, via Ireland
Posted by sidure on Saturday, December 20, 2008 9:53 PM

Go for it Troy, you have nothing else to do right !!

Steve

  • Member since
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  • From: South Central Wisconsin
Posted by Daywalker on Saturday, December 20, 2008 9:47 PM

 hkshooter wrote:
Wow, Frank. Makes me want one. I'd like another kit or two to accompany my sole Hase 202 that currently resides in the display case and that kit would be perfect. I wonder if I should commit to this GB? Decisions, decisions.

You know... since you just finished your 109...

TWISTING HK'S ARM!)

Big Smile [:D]

Frank 

 

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  • From: Indiana
Posted by hkshooter on Saturday, December 20, 2008 9:13 PM
Wow, Frank. Makes me want one. I'd like another kit or two to accompany my sole Hase 202 that currently resides in the display case and that kit would be perfect. I wonder if I should commit to this GB? Decisions, decisions.
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  • From: South Central Wisconsin
Posted by Daywalker on Saturday, December 20, 2008 8:49 PM

Hey fellas!  I got my 1/48 Pacific Coast Models MC-200 today in the mail.  I have never laid eyes on one of their kits before, and my immediate impression is WOW!!!

Here's how it looks in the box.  Injection molded airframe with very nicely done panel lines.  Full resin engine, cockpit, prop, wheels, and other bits.  Eduard PE set and two vacuform canopies that are quite exquisite.  Cartograph decals for six different aircraft, and a full color instruction/paint sheet.  Very nice indeed! Approve [^]

Frank 

 

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  • From: League City, Texas
Posted by sfcmac on Saturday, December 20, 2008 1:25 PM
 Luftwoller wrote:

Woo hoo, I see our Able co-host, The Drug Lord Aaron, has welcomed you. But yes of course your welcome Jeff. Go forth and come fifth, and buy a kit. The more Italian the better.

Go, like the wind my friend, Run run to the hobby shop. Skipping as you go.

You added to the front pge BTW.

...Guy

No more drugs for me! Drugs are bad M-kay.... Back to Aleve and penicillin and sticking with it!!

I still thinking on what to build. Maybe after Christmas I will be able to make a decision!  Hmmm  I could alwas just cook spagetti?

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  • From: Bournemouth UK
Posted by Luftwoller on Saturday, December 20, 2008 12:52 PM

Woo hoo, I see our Able co-host, The Drug Lord Aaron, has welcomed you. But yes of course your welcome Jeff. Go forth and come fifth, and buy a kit. The more Italian the better.

Go, like the wind my friend, Run run to the hobby shop. Skipping as you go.

You added to the front pge BTW.

...Guy

..'Your an embarrassment to the human genus, makes me ashamed to call myself Homo'.
  • Member since
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  • From: League City, Texas
Posted by sfcmac on Saturday, December 20, 2008 2:17 AM
 Yes Jeff I am sure there is no issue even though the mighty woller of the luft has gone off to work or is busy with girly friend stuff!  You should be close to the same time as he being in Germany and all.  I say Welcome aboard and mind the rules. Tis a fierce man that Guy is. Bonked me in the noggin for lookin cross ways at him. It's ok he fancies hisself as a WWE Wrestler.  When you decide on what yer something special shall be as I still have too just holler and I'll cattle prod the fellow into adding us! Propeller [8-]Make a Toast [#toast]
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    December 2005
  • From: Germany
Posted by jeff on Saturday, December 20, 2008 2:01 AM

Hey guys.  Is it too late to jump in on this one?  Been a fan or RA aircraft for a long time. 

Not sure what I'd build yet.  I have several RA aircraft in the stash, but I'm kind of saving those for later.  I may order something special for the GB.

"Congratulations, gentlemen! You're everything we've come to expect from years of government training." Zed (Men in Black) [IMG]
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  • From: back seat of your car with duct tape streched out
Posted by soulcrusher on Friday, December 19, 2008 11:41 AM
 sidure wrote:

Im not worried about the smoke rings in my cammo job, I have a set of decals I bought for the kit a few months ago. I would like to AB them freehand though. I might get some practice on them over the holliers.

Steve

Cheater! Cheater! Just kidding.Big Smile [:D]. I tried freehanding the smoke rings on my Mc205. I was not really happy with the results. They came out heavier than I wanted to. I think the next time I will be using the decals also.

Guy the amount of resin detail on the CA kit is unbelieveable. OOB it is an absolute stunner when it comes to the interior detail. I can not see one thing that you could add. When you throw in the photo etch bits and the Eduard set for the torpedo racks it could be one impressive model if I don't goof it up!

                                                                                     Soulcrusher

 

 

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  • From: South Central Wisconsin
Posted by Daywalker on Friday, December 19, 2008 7:19 AM

Steve-

You are correct, they are from Mike Grant.  I just ordered a set of those "smoke ring" decals from him yesterday!  I have seen them used as well and they sure looked nice.  Here's a link:

Mike Grant Decals

Aaron- Sorry, I didn't know about your fangs!  Hang in there buddy, hope they feel better soon.

Frank 

 

  • Member since
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  • From: waynesboro va, via Ireland
Posted by sidure on Friday, December 19, 2008 2:49 AM

Hey Guy, Im not looking at them right now but I believe they are Mike Grant. I saw them and just couldent pass them up, They are very impressive looking.

Whats going on with the chompers, I just had mine out last week also. Is it a modellers disese.

Steve

  • Member since
    February 2007
  • From: Bournemouth UK
Posted by Luftwoller on Friday, December 19, 2008 2:45 AM

Aarons back. Geez he was nutz enough before trhe drugs. Hope the snappers are ok. Just think toffees and vinegar LOL Merry xmas.

SC, a guy at my Local club built the CA version and it was a beauty. So much visible detail it was awesome.

Steve, who were the smoke ring decals by? Im fancying the idea of that. Ive seen them used and they are really impressive.

Remember all. If you find any good links to all things Italian (Planes!! Not Ice cream Drug lord Aaron) Post em up.

...Guy

..'Your an embarrassment to the human genus, makes me ashamed to call myself Homo'.
  • Member since
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  • From: waynesboro va, via Ireland
Posted by sidure on Friday, December 19, 2008 2:32 AM

Im not worried about the smoke rings in my cammo job, I have a set of decals I bought for the kit a few months ago. I would like to AB them freehand though. I might get some practice on them over the holliers.

Steve

  • Member since
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  • From: back seat of your car with duct tape streched out
Posted by soulcrusher on Thursday, December 18, 2008 8:58 PM

Guy thanks for posting the link on the SM 79 footage. Really cool stuff. There were several cool videos. Great stuff!

Aaron buddy LMAO! I know exactly how you are feeling right now. Lost all 8 of my front upper teeth in an accident. One whole summer every other week four hours in the chair at a time! 8 steel post implanted in my upper jaw with crowns. I was out there on pain meds all summer. I do'nt underdstand either why people enjoy the feeling of your head floating on your shoulders. Hang in there buddy it is all worth it in the end when you can finally bite into a big burger agian without worring about swallowing your tempararies!

I checked out both the Trumpeter and the Classic Airframes kits tonight. I can't decide which one to do. I forgot that I had purchased a decal sheet from Tauro Models. It has three options for the Sm 79 plus markings for a Fiat Cr42 a G50 Bis AS and a G50 B. The CA kit is loaded with two huge bags of resin. The interior detail is spectacular on this kit. Frankly [no pun intended] a little intimidating.

                                                                            SoulcrusherPirate [oX)]

 

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  • From: South Central Wisconsin
Posted by Daywalker on Thursday, December 18, 2008 6:22 PM

Oh, boy...

Somebody better take Mac's drugs away 'fore he gets any ideas involving hobby knives! Shock [:O]

Frank 

 

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  • From: League City, Texas
Posted by sfcmac on Thursday, December 18, 2008 4:59 PM
 Avus wrote:

I was considering to keep quiet on this GB's title but seeing the interest you guys are showing I decided to say what I have to say:

Reggiane was an aircraft manufacturer, like FIAT or Macchi, the correct name for the Royal Italian Airforce is "Regia Aeronautica".
So if, like I understood from your posts, this build is about the Italian Airforce in WW2 the correct name should be "Regia Aeronautica GB". 

Sorry to burst in this thread to play teacher, but I feel I had to at least tell you.

Who knows, maybe If I complete some of the models I have scheduled I might join this GB ... that is if you still want me.

 Hey I am still way to sick to be posting as I sit here enjoying my milkshake and perscription Narcotics?  I must say I do not see the alure with drugs!  I like to be in control of my  whatevers too much to be a good drug user and drinker I guess But I am buzzing away now! 

cOULDN'T PASS THIS ONE UP!   Avus er Klaus! It was not supposed to be Regia Aeronauica ! It was  meant to be Reggae aero nauts! Man!  Ja see we pass the douche on the left hand sidw and fell the rythm of Ja Bongos!  That carribean sound that goes so ofteh with de rum man!

 So find yerself some dreadloxs man and get to snapping the plastic. Ju will find it good for the spirit! 

Frank please fix the badge accordingly...

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  • From: Wherever the hunt takes me
Posted by Boba Fett on Thursday, December 18, 2008 3:08 PM

Thanks Luftwoller! I'll get some pics up as sonn as I can.

By the way, I said the kit wrong. It's a c.205 Veltro. Sorry 'bout that!

  • Member since
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  • From: South Central Wisconsin
Posted by Daywalker on Thursday, December 18, 2008 2:51 PM
 Luftwoller wrote:

Heres a good pic i found on another Italian website about our respective builds. Just for you Frank (And anyone else planning an MC 200)

Thanks Guy! 

PM received, and returned. Wink [;)]

Frank 

 

  • Member since
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  • From: Bournemouth UK
Posted by Luftwoller on Thursday, December 18, 2008 2:38 PM

In the spirit of giving, heres some footage from a film, ive never seen, for Soulcrusher. Spectacular footage of SM 79's.

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=jZXnL7Ec2F8

...Guy

..'Your an embarrassment to the human genus, makes me ashamed to call myself Homo'.
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  • From: Bournemouth UK
Posted by Luftwoller on Thursday, December 18, 2008 2:04 PM

Heres a good pic i found on another Italian website about our respective builds. Just for you Frank (And anyone else planning an MC 200)

The rest of the Italian plane website is on pge 1 for reference.

...Guy

..'Your an embarrassment to the human genus, makes me ashamed to call myself Homo'.
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  • From: Wherever the hunt takes me
Posted by Boba Fett on Thursday, December 18, 2008 1:59 PM

I'm in! Put me down for MAhacci (forgive the spelling, edit please) 202c. Veletro made by 21st century toys. As the manufacture's name suggests, It's kinda toyish but pretty aggurate. Oh, and yes. It's 1/32nd.

Graham aka Boba Fett.

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  • From: Bournemouth UK
Posted by Luftwoller on Thursday, December 18, 2008 12:02 PM

Done, Big boy.

...Guy

..'Your an embarrassment to the human genus, makes me ashamed to call myself Homo'.
  • Member since
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  • From: South Central Wisconsin
Posted by Daywalker on Thursday, December 18, 2008 11:55 AM
 Luftwoller wrote:

Hey Frank, those PCM kits are the biz. Dont they come with loads of resin and stuff?

Yep, resin, Cartograph decals and Eduard PE! Big Smile [:D]

I have wanted to build one after seeing one up close and persnal at the USAF Museum in Ohia.

Would you mind terribly changing my entry to that one? Whistling [:-^]

Frank 

 

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