You haven’t Les??!! Hahaha top lad.. It’s actually a great kit. If you find some late war US belts, I think they’d be fine. Airscale early jet instrument decals as well. I should’ve used these myself.
Les, discount my last comments about belts etc. I got mixed up with other vid/comment. The Kotare Spit is a beautiful model kit. Undercarriage is very tight and the belts are a bit 🥴. I will be definitely getting the MkVb when/if it gets released (I think it will)
When you put a beautifully engineered kit into the hands of a skilled modeller you get 28:07 minutes of sheer enjoyment.....amazing job, Tim. It must have been such a pleasure building, painting and weathering this kit....the results say it all. Let's hope Kotare continue to build on their work and keep those kits coming (so that you continue building them 😁!)
Beautiful build of this lovely Spit. Lovely detail on this kit, especially the cockpit, though at this price point, I would've liked to have seen an equally detailed Merlin engine.
Thanks for sharing. I cant recomend the AK masking putty enough for doing this kind of spray work. Also, cutting out the shapes of the mask from paper then using the masking putty to hold that onto the model gets you a beautifully precise but only slightly soft edge camo.
I haven’t used that masking putty, if I need a soft edge to the camo, I’d use “white tac” rolled into thin sausages and fill in with tape. I should get that putty though.
@@TimsScaleModelling White tac probably works the same as the masking putty I think. Only ever used the masking putty because a lot comes in the can. I just prefer the softer edge I think. Very good looking build, I cant wait to start mine. I have some of those clay washes, I just never used them because I like oil paints that much. I should use them more though.
Thanks for that Tim. Returning modeller who was never going to build a Spitfire (exe AAC🙂)....I have 3 of the things to build but all 1:48.😂 This one though, well I read a review and missed out but they were kind enough to put their instructions online. There is a mine of info right there. Interesting that you black based it, we never black based the full size and they got dirty and worn from the outside in but it's a technique that in the right place looks the part so nice one. Early days with me black basing but oddly enough it worked brilliantly on an all black aircraft. A Beauty
Fantastic Done.. You have to build at least one of those Spits 😁 which kits have you got? The Kotare Spit will be released as a MkII or Va soon enough but if you see one get it, you won’t regret it. It’s brilliant to know that my stuff has been of some use to you. If you’re on Facebook, come and find us on British Aviation In Scale or my own page Tim’s Scale Modelling 😁
A pair of Tamya 1a's and an Eduard Vb. One 1a will be in a scheme from Middle Wallop, one 303 Sqn when I can get some markings. The Vb....Polish again. Sadly Army aviation models are rare, crap, or both😬. 1:35 fills a lot of space but there will probably be room for one later. Thinking about the black basing, it probably got crushed as I tried on parts rather than a full kit. As I say only got back into it during lockdown. Amazed at what is possible now, particularly the range of paints....and manufacturers ready to relieve you of your pennies for re treads of old techniques but hey. All I want for Xmas is a 1:48 Westlend Scout.... Be lucky chap.
@@Flingwing24 Tamiya Spits are great, are they the old ones? Eddys spits are good too, if a little fussy. Their decals are atrocious by the way.. watch out. Top man
Not sure whether they are old or new T, the better ones...that build themselves....Although their old Skyraider fits that. Yea I am aware of the eduard decals which is going to need some Mule work with some spare decals. It seems to me that they are doable (from what I have seen) but you need to go onto a flat or satin base and they need to really bond or the paint layer will come away with the carrier....or not carrier😳. There are companies that produce something similar that look fantastic for stencils (HGW?) with no carrier. Will Patterson uses Mr Mark setter which makes sense as it should create a stronger bond between the surface and the paint than the paint and film. Leaving them to settle down well with microsolosetodefcjn5hydroflouricacidobondanyshit to aid conformation seems to help... honestly don't know Tim but the slightly grippy surface and extra adhesive sounds positive. I will let you know how badly I screw up🫣🤣
@@Flingwing24 I can’t get them to work, stencils seem fine tho.. If they’re the “two sprue wonders” then they’re the older ones.. bloody lovely kits. I like Will but they’re only plastic kits 😂
Well done what a fantastic build. Great job you done with it I’m looking forward to starting my Brian Lane version if mine comes out a quarter as good as that I will have done well. This is my first video of yours I seen and enjoyed is so now I’m following i have a look at your others
1/32 is the only scale for me. It like once you build a 1/200 battleship you can't go back to 1/350. Is there an option to build and show the engine? That's the big plus of the tamiya kit. Looks great!
A flat coat or fixer will do that permanently but for the video I left it as it was. If I was ever to display the kit, I’d have to revisit this.. Thanks for taking the time Gilbert 👍
Hey Tim, I am pretty new to building these scale models. What is the point of the clay wash? You applied a bunch of it then wiped it all off with what looked like a microfiber towel? Also when you were painting on the camouflage you did a bunch of little squiggles in each panel and then covered everything up afterwards. I assume you had a reason for that? Sorry if these are pretty basic questions. Just trying to write up a little "cheat sheet" for myself by watching a bunch of build videos.
Hi Jesse. All questions are good questions don’t worry about asking for help. Clay wash is a quick and easy way of bringing any detail on a part, wings, fuselage etc. just slap in on wait for it to dry and remove with a damp cloth/paper towel.. easy. The little squiggles is a technique some call “black basing”. So, on top of a black primer or undercoat just spray any random shape or lines then overcoat in the your top coat. Again, it’s a way of introducing some interest or pre-weathering to your finished paint. It’s a bit long winded but ok if you have patience. I hope this helps….
Incredible build, no problem there, most skilled builder on YT - however the kits was rushed to market, over priced, with a lot of scaling problems, too many to review, I'll stay with 1/48 th for a while. So far haven't seen the value of building 1/32
Thank you thunderpig. This is the best and most accurate 1/32 kit I’ve built, but you comment is fair enough. 32 scale can be unwieldy and difficult to store when built. The opposite of 1/35 armour.
@@TimsScaleModelling this time of year it's not even on my bucket list due to cost, plus an engine would have been nice -1/32 is still not in my building scale. Thanks
Thanks for the reply Tim! My spitfire just arrived in time for Easter, and found your video super helpful in calming down the nerves! This is a beautifully detailed kit and would hate to ruin it 😂
@123MMAADD123 that’s fantastic mate. It’s a great, easy kit to put together. Be careful of the undercarriage though. The fit is very tight, you won’t be able to fit them without some sanding..
It was great to see your build in the flesh. Simply stunning. Mine will be starting sometime in 2024. Kind regards, Tim.
I’m glad you thought it was ok John. You’ll enjoy it mate
Expertly crafted by both the manufacturer and the modeler.
You’re making me blush Dan 😊 It is an amazing kit though
Absolutely beautiful Tim. On the back of this build; I’ve just gone and bought one!
You haven’t Les??!! Hahaha top lad.. It’s actually a great kit. If you find some late war US belts, I think they’d be fine. Airscale early jet instrument decals as well. I should’ve used these myself.
Les, discount my last comments about belts etc. I got mixed up with other vid/comment. The Kotare Spit is a beautiful model kit. Undercarriage is very tight and the belts are a bit 🥴. I will be definitely getting the MkVb when/if it gets released (I think it will)
When you put a beautifully engineered kit into the hands of a skilled modeller you get 28:07 minutes of sheer enjoyment.....amazing job, Tim. It must have been such a pleasure building, painting and weathering this kit....the results say it all. Let's hope Kotare continue to build on their work and keep those kits coming (so that you continue building them 😁!)
Don’t know about “skilled modeller” Robbo but yes it was very enjoyable to put together.
Ta mate
Another absolute beauty Tim. Keep em coming matey, I always look forward to seeing your work
Ta Les.. Eduard Lizzie on the bench just now
Beautiful build of this lovely Spit. Lovely detail on this kit, especially the cockpit, though at this price point, I would've liked to have seen an equally detailed Merlin engine.
Apparently there is a 3D resin replacement engine out there if you want to go to the effort and surgery to install it. I don't but some might.
@kevinjohnson8220 I heard about it but not seen it. Yeah I guess some will do it but like you it wouldn’t be for me
Wow! What a superb finish…
Thank you, much appreciated 🤘
What a terrific watch. That is a thing of sheer beauty....... thank you! 👌🏻👍🏻👏🏻
That’s great Septic, thanks very much
Great work!😊
I wonder if Kotare will try to release any of the wing nut kits again.
Those molds must be an idle asset for somebody...
You’d think JC. They’ll appear sometime. Thanks mate
Simply gorgeous! Very well painted, very well assembled and the effects of wear and dirt applied with dexterity and care.
Cheers
Thank you Sergio, I’m glad you enjoyed it
This is the nicest build of this kit I've seen and going to go with you and Kotare on this one that the bluish code letters are probably correct.
'Tis a gorgeous Spitfire build Tim
Thank you kindly Steve 😉
Fantastic job. I have the Mk.I Early on the way - really looking forward to the Kotare experience.
You’ll really enjoy it Phil. When I build another, I’ll be adding fabric belts. Watch the undercarriage tolerances, very tight.
It seems like a desirable kit indeed!
Even for one who doesn't usually build models in 1:32nd scale... 🙂
Thanks for sharing.
I cant recomend the AK masking putty enough for doing this kind of spray work.
Also, cutting out the shapes of the mask from paper then using the masking putty to hold that onto the model gets you a beautifully precise but only slightly soft edge camo.
I haven’t used that masking putty, if I need a soft edge to the camo, I’d use “white tac” rolled into thin sausages and fill in with tape. I should get that putty though.
@@TimsScaleModelling White tac probably works the same as the masking putty I think. Only ever used the masking putty because a lot comes in the can. I just prefer the softer edge I think.
Very good looking build, I cant wait to start mine.
I have some of those clay washes, I just never used them because I like oil paints that much. I should use them more though.
Clay washes a great to start off with. Easy to use… build up the weathering from there
Lovely job. Very helpful. Just started my kit.
Thanks Tony, best of luck
Thanks for that Tim. Returning modeller who was never going to build a Spitfire (exe AAC🙂)....I have 3 of the things to build but all 1:48.😂 This one though, well I read a review and missed out but they were kind enough to put their instructions online. There is a mine of info right there. Interesting that you black based it, we never black based the full size and they got dirty and worn from the outside in but it's a technique that in the right place looks the part so nice one. Early days with me black basing but oddly enough it worked brilliantly on an all black aircraft. A Beauty
Fantastic Done.. You have to build at least one of those Spits 😁 which kits have you got? The Kotare Spit will be released as a MkII or Va soon enough but if you see one get it, you won’t regret it. It’s brilliant to know that my stuff has been of some use to you.
If you’re on Facebook, come and find us on British Aviation In Scale or my own page Tim’s Scale Modelling 😁
A pair of Tamya 1a's and an Eduard Vb. One 1a will be in a scheme from Middle Wallop, one 303 Sqn when I can get some markings. The Vb....Polish again. Sadly Army aviation models are rare, crap, or both😬. 1:35 fills a lot of space but there will probably be room for one later. Thinking about the black basing, it probably got crushed as I tried on parts rather than a full kit. As I say only got back into it during lockdown. Amazed at what is possible now, particularly the range of paints....and manufacturers ready to relieve you of your pennies for re treads of old techniques but hey. All I want for Xmas is a 1:48 Westlend Scout.... Be lucky chap.
@@Flingwing24 Tamiya Spits are great, are they the old ones? Eddys spits are good too, if a little fussy. Their decals are atrocious by the way.. watch out. Top man
Not sure whether they are old or new T, the better ones...that build themselves....Although their old Skyraider fits that. Yea I am aware of the eduard decals which is going to need some Mule work with some spare decals. It seems to me that they are doable (from what I have seen) but you need to go onto a flat or satin base and they need to really bond or the paint layer will come away with the carrier....or not carrier😳. There are companies that produce something similar that look fantastic for stencils (HGW?) with no carrier. Will Patterson uses Mr Mark setter which makes sense as it should create a stronger bond between the surface and the paint than the paint and film. Leaving them to settle down well with microsolosetodefcjn5hydroflouricacidobondanyshit to aid conformation seems to help... honestly don't know Tim but the slightly grippy surface and extra adhesive sounds positive. I will let you know how badly I screw up🫣🤣
@@Flingwing24 I can’t get them to work, stencils seem fine tho.. If they’re the “two sprue wonders” then they’re the older ones.. bloody lovely kits. I like Will but they’re only plastic kits 😂
Well done what a fantastic build. Great job you done with it I’m looking forward to starting my Brian Lane version if mine comes out a quarter as good as that I will have done well. This is my first video of yours I seen and enjoyed is so now I’m following i have a look at your others
That’s great Chris, thank you 🙏🏻
Lovely build mate, great to watch.
Cheers Bear
Lol @@TimsScaleModelling
Beautiful build!
Wow what detail nice.😊
totally amazing build ,wow.
Thank you Neil 😊
A show stopper 😍
Hahaha ta Otto
Dear Tim,
Nicely done. Did you encounter any problems inserting the oleo legs?
Regards,
Z
Yes Zinzan, very tight tolerances. Had to sand down to fit.
Cool model.
1/32 is the only scale for me. It like once you build a 1/200 battleship you can't go back to 1/350. Is there an option to build and show the engine? That's the big plus of the tamiya kit. Looks great!
Excellent!! How did you get the pigments to stick to the model?
A flat coat or fixer will do that permanently but for the video I left it as it was. If I was ever to display the kit, I’d have to revisit this..
Thanks for taking the time Gilbert 👍
Lovely build! No filler needed?
Nope Roger.. it’s remarkable really
Excellent mate. Nice job. ;-)
Great build ! What is the Spitfire reference book you have when comparing cockpit colours ?
Thanks David. That’s the SAM Modellers Data File book. Excellent. The other one is the equally excellent Wingleader bookazine.
@@TimsScaleModelling Thanks Tim, I've already have the Wingleader book which is excellent. I'll have a look online for the other one.
Hey Tim, I am pretty new to building these scale models. What is the point of the clay wash? You applied a bunch of it then wiped it all off with what looked like a microfiber towel? Also when you were painting on the camouflage you did a bunch of little squiggles in each panel and then covered everything up afterwards. I assume you had a reason for that? Sorry if these are pretty basic questions. Just trying to write up a little "cheat sheet" for myself by watching a bunch of build videos.
Hi Jesse. All questions are good questions don’t worry about asking for help. Clay wash is a quick and easy way of bringing any detail on a part, wings, fuselage etc. just slap in on wait for it to dry and remove with a damp cloth/paper towel.. easy.
The little squiggles is a technique some call “black basing”. So, on top of a black primer or undercoat just spray any random shape or lines then overcoat in the your top coat. Again, it’s a way of introducing some interest or pre-weathering to your finished paint.
It’s a bit long winded but ok if you have patience.
I hope this helps….
Incredible build, no problem there, most skilled builder on YT - however the kits was rushed to market, over priced, with a lot of scaling problems, too many to review, I'll stay with 1/48 th for a while. So far haven't seen the value of building 1/32
Thank you thunderpig. This is the best and most accurate 1/32 kit I’ve built, but you comment is fair enough. 32 scale can be unwieldy and difficult to store when built. The opposite of 1/35 armour.
wondering what scaling problems does this kit have.... For me it seems like a pretty accurate representation of the Spit.
@pauka13 if you want an accurate Spitfire, this is it… in any scale. The big Tamiya Spits are good too but the Kotare ones are the nuts
@@TimsScaleModelling this time of year it's not even on my bucket list due to cost, plus an engine would have been nice -1/32 is still not in my building scale. Thanks
What jig is that at 15:18 ?
That’s the Tamiya paint stand. You can get it anywhere and I’d recommend you do, very useful
Thanks for the reply Tim! My spitfire just arrived in time for Easter, and found your video super helpful in calming down the nerves! This is a beautifully detailed kit and would hate to ruin it 😂
@123MMAADD123 that’s fantastic mate. It’s a great, easy kit to put together. Be careful of the undercarriage though. The fit is very tight, you won’t be able to fit them without some sanding..
No Merlin Engine included ？
No mate, no engine. I’m sure someone will produce one to fit the kit soon.
👍
Good god, the bibbly bibbly background noise is terrible. Had to watch with no sound.