Hi chaps
Here we go with the last two photos of my build.
This particular build was always going to be just an OOB build as a test bed for me to work out how to use an airbrush and to try and sort out one or two other techniques as well.
In the main I have sorted out the airbrush. It is a cheap Chinese one Here is the photo of the set. Cost me just a little over £30. It comes with a 0,2, 0.3, and 0.5 needle sets, a couple of paint cups, hose etc.
Yes... I have a compressor too!
So I am calling this build complete. It has served it's purpose.
This trumpeter kit is not too bad but it does have flaws. You do need the correction kit for the cowling and spats but I am unclear if the engine (which is very good and detailed) will fit into the correction set cowling, which like the trumpeter kit makes no option to display the engine at all. The dive brake mounts seem to me to be slightly too big and make the dive brakes themselves stand too far away from the wing. Maybe the mounts need shortening.
The cockpit is quite detailed just OOB but Eduards' update set(s) for this aircraft will make the office so much better. I had a faux pas with some of the decals as I was trying out Vallejo's decal medium and fix, and not understanding what the aim is with this stuff some decals are very ropy!
I actual fact, the decal set, although incorrect with some of the national insignia are very good and in register.
Here are the last two photos. I have taken them outside with the intention of showing the actual chip colours for the RLM70/71/65 colour scheme for the Battle of Britain.
Do I get my badge now?
If you are prepared to throw extra money at this kit you can come out with a masterpiece as the detailing, riveting and panel lines are very very good and well done.
James