Airfix BBMF & WW2 Airfield Set

[Wolster]

I thought I would start a thread on these two kits as I attempt to build them. If there is interest of course.

I made a start on both kits over the last couple of days. Firstly. I painted the pilots for the BBMF Spitfire and Hurricane. These are the first figures I have ever done and am quite pleased. Had to guess the colours though!!



I have also been working on the Mk1 Spit for the diorama and here is a picture with the supplied base.



That's all for now, more when I do it!

[Gotthard Heinrici]

Best of luck mate!!!

[Whiterook]

Nice job on the figure mate! I've not attempted one as of yet, myself. Yes, please post progress pics and a description! Wow, the base came with that? Fantastic!!! I love the Spitfire....I look forward to seeing this come together!

[Geek44]

Wow Wolster...looks really good. The figure is great for so small a part and the revetement for the Spitfire is fantastic. It would seem that 'Airfix' have started to grow up a little. I'm really pleased about that because they do kits of some good (and sometimes obscure) stuff. Maybe their B-57 (a Canberra bomber in US service) is worth a closer look.
Keep the pics coming mate...looking good.

[McCoy]

Lookin' good mate! Keep 'em coming!

[MAGNA]

Nice looking stuff. Very interested to see the final product and everything in between.

[Whiterook]

What are your plans for the base? You going to just paint it, or add texture as well?

[Wolster]

Originally Posted by Whiterook

What are your plans for the base? You going to just paint it, or add texture as well?

I have been thinking about that and not sure. Really I have been thinking how to paint the actual revetment, I dont want just a single green colour so may have to play a bit!!

[Whiterook]

I've seen some interesting scenery materials at the local Model railroading shop, but it's so darned expensive. But when faced with a base like yours, I might consider it just for simplicity sake. I look forward to seeing what you come up with.

[Geek44]

Originally Posted by Wolster

I have been thinking about that and not sure. Really I have been thinking how to paint the actual revetment, I dont want just a single green colour so may have to play a bit!!

Dunno what the availabilty of magazines is like for you Wolster, but I know the usual mags sometimes have articles about groundwork and such...maybe you should keep an eye out?