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Well this build took a bit longer than I thought it would. I think I must have been spoilt by the comprehensive instructions that are part of Deagostini and Hachette builds. The instructions for this build where a bit sparse This is Model Airways Kit that I purchased from the USA. Should you contemplate doing the same bear in mind that what you pay for the kit will not include any import tax/vat which will be payable when you parcel arrives in the UK. Their web site does warn you of this. Model Airways offer a free replacement for broken, missing or damaged parts which they have done so in my case, but bear in mind that it will take some time for the replacements to arrive (4 weeks in my case). There are no instruction regarding what colours should be used so I have used a light stain for most of the woodwork, Gunmetal for most thing metal, red for the wheel covers (Mainly so it matches the Focker Tri Plane I built some time ago.) Care is required when handling this kit, being a scale of 1:16 some of the parts are fragile and easily broken.The Britannia metal parts are soft and the castings do require some tiding up. After re gluing the fuselage for the second time I ended up reinforcing the joints with pins I had left over from my Victory build, the heads I painted gunmetal. The Propeller parts supplied consisted of ply cut outs which I did not like so I made my own out of 4 X 4 mil lengths two different colours to give the finished effect of which I am well pleased. One final point all measurements are in fractions as the USA are not metric. Had to download a conversion chart as all my drills are in mm GilShapley attached the following image(s): Current Build:-
[color=blue]Stash Avro Lancaster (Full Kit)plus some extra issues I picked up at a good price
[color=blue]Built:- Norman Catapult by Mantua,Roman Catapult by Mantua,HMS Victory,HMS Victory XSection,Focker DB1,Bismark,English Carronade Titanic Lifeboat,American Civil War Gatling,Hummer,Sopwith Camel F1,Occre Jupiter ,OcCre Wagon, Latina Arab Dhow, Eaglemass Orrery OcCre Rogers 119 [color=red][color=red]RB7,OcCre Missippi River Boat, Model Airways Fokker DR1
OcCre London L>C>C 106 Ugears Scrambler, Ugears Hexapod Explorer UGears Off-Road Vehicle
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Beautiful finish, a job well done
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 Very nice work , i do like there kits and do want to get hold of one one day  Current builds:-C57,Zero, Lamborghini Countach, Caldercraft HMS Agamemnon,Robi,R2-D2, MFH Cobra .
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Joined: 30/01/2013 Posts: 4,604 Points: 13,607 Location: Monmouthshire UK
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Lovely finished model and looks a nice kit to build Steve
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Looks a stunning model, well done and some nice tips for those that might contemplate buying this kit
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Rank: Pro Groups: Joined: 24/08/2009 Posts: 48,827 Points: -13,348
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Very nice work Gil. 
These WWI fully exposed airframe builds are never the easiest to build especially with all those bracing wires but you've certainly done a good job with it - well done!
Love the laminated propeller by the way.  
Kev
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Joined: 17/12/2013 Posts: 3,982 Points: 11,974 Location: NY, USA
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That is a beautiful build Gil.The model airways kits are nice, but can test your patience.You have done an outstanding job in pulling this one off.
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This really is a stunning build you've done Gil top stuff mate and your patience and attention to detail have paid off.. Spencer
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An excellent display of craftsmanship Gil, she has turned out to be a stunning build... Credit to you, your patience and your skill.... Regards Alan
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Hi gil, love the finished build it certainly looks the part. your scratch built prop is gorgeous a real eye catcher, A stunning display piece Nice one Jase “Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect.”
-Mark Twain
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That is absolutely stunning, well done!!
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Joined: 30/03/2011 Posts: 1,344 Points: 4,079 Location: Bryanston, Johannesburg. RSA
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Brilliant job there Gil. As was said a real eye catcher. Commend your patience and will power to finish. magnificent job. Rgds, Hans
"It's okay to make mistakes. mistakes are our teachers - they help us to to learn, even if it is painfully"
Current Build:
Endeavour Cross section,D51
Completed: HMS Victory
Under the bench: Endeavour x 2,Sovereign of the Seas, Akagi and The Black Pearl!HMS Victory Cross Section
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OH WOW!!! That is one beautiful bird you have there. The intricate detail is amazing. Great Job!
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Gil Tons of skill and patience expended here I can see. The end result looks stunning. Model expo emailed me this week as they have a fantastic sale on for a few days and are doing these aircraft kits and several of their ship models for half price. As much as I am tempted I have to draw the line at the moment on buy anything else. Very well done again with your build it looks absolutly fantastic. Happy Modelling
BUILDING: Hachette Spitfire Mk 1A, Constructo Mayflower
SUBSCRIPTION COMPLETE (Awaiting building): USS Constitution, Sovereign of the Seas, 1:200 Bismarck (Hachette)
COMPLETED: Porsche 911, E-Type Jaguar, Lam Countach
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Absolutely stunning build Gil.
Carl
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Super Job Gil i have one stashed away, hopefully she will turn out as good as yours Regards Dan Built - MP4/23, Zero, Deagostini Falcon, Model Airways 1903 Wright Flyer, Senna Mp4/4.
Working - Mclaren M23 1/8th scale to complement the Deagostini MP4/23 & Mp4/4
on the bench, Model Airways Sopwith Camel.
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Joined: 06/03/2015 Posts: 18 Points: 57 Location: New York USA
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I picked up one of these as well. After seeing what is in the box, and seeing your end result, I have to say you did a steller job with the kit. Great work!
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Stunning mate, you've done a grand job and done it justice. Thanks for sharing it with us. Chris On the bench 1/350 Revell Tirpitz Platinum Edition (Pontos PE and Wooden deck) plus extra Eduard PE set and extra MK1 door sets.
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Rank: Vice-Master Groups: Registered
Joined: 10/10/2010 Posts: 687 Points: 2,124 Location: Dorset
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Thank for the positive feedback, always welcome I was particularly pleased with the way the prop turned out Now building The OcCre Jupiter a 4-4-0 Train most recognisable as the train from all those old western movies If I continue with many more models I will run into that problem we all suffer from "Where do I display them"  Current Build:-
[color=blue]Stash Avro Lancaster (Full Kit)plus some extra issues I picked up at a good price
[color=blue]Built:- Norman Catapult by Mantua,Roman Catapult by Mantua,HMS Victory,HMS Victory XSection,Focker DB1,Bismark,English Carronade Titanic Lifeboat,American Civil War Gatling,Hummer,Sopwith Camel F1,Occre Jupiter ,OcCre Wagon, Latina Arab Dhow, Eaglemass Orrery OcCre Rogers 119 [color=red][color=red]RB7,OcCre Missippi River Boat, Model Airways Fokker DR1
OcCre London L>C>C 106 Ugears Scrambler, Ugears Hexapod Explorer UGears Off-Road Vehicle
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All I can say is "wow" lots of patience and skill as others have said.
I really like what you have done.
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