I built the Mk I (because my uncle-in-law had actually worked in the factory doing tooling for the real thing). After so many construction difficulties, I decided it was my modeling skills not being up to par so I bought a second Mk I and then realized the kit just had problems. I chuckled when I saw the picture of the gaps in the canopy - so true. Then there were the weak attachment points for the under carriage, guesswork for the forward wheel well, the mysterious placement of the exhausts, the razor edge attachment for the gear doors. I could go on. You did a much better job than I. Kudos!
Shocking kit. I've started it. Odd how Valom went to all the trouble of putting in all the framework on the Boulton Paul turret's perspex, (including the gun slots) and then molded the thing with a huge gap for gun(s) right in the middle. Bizarre. Anyway, superb build. Inspiring as ever. Thanks for showing us it can be done!
Hi Greg. Firstly, I hope that this won't be your last build. Secondly, if it is, I'd like to say a big Thank You for what you have done and posted - you're an artist and I have enjoyed, admired, and been wowed on occasions, not only by your skills, but by your honest presentation. You're an inspiration, so please continue. Family first of course, followed by life in general and work - but know that no matter how long the wait - I personally will always look forward to your next build. Best wishes, and looking forward to the next one, cross fingers 😉
That really showes a modellers levell of skill. To take a poor model, and transform it in to a gem. I so wished i could do The same. Many happy eastergreetings from Denmark. 😊
Could I ask what fillers and techniques you used to fill around the clear parts? About to tackle this kit and those gaps looked scary! You ended up with an impressive result.
I can't remember the method on this kit, it was a long time ago. But usually, I'll fill the bigger gaps with plastic sheet. Then mask off the clear parts, ready to fill the finer gaps with Squadron putty. The masking is to protect the clear parts from fogging from the putty. Then when everything is dry, it's all sanded, clear parts as well, starting with 600 or 800 grit then working up through to the polishing cloths. It's a long and tedious task, and not for everyone.
@@GregsModels Thanks for the reply, I'm preparing for this build to be long and tedious... with lots of swearing! If the result is half as good as yours, that'd do me.
Stunning build. Yet another masterclass from you.
Great that kits like these are made. Such a challenge. Plainly, a high end kit modeller at work here. The outcome is truly excellent.
Thank you 👍
Beautiful build of what looks to be a very tough kit (loads of work!) To build, very well done! Unusual subject too! 👍👏
You truly are a modeler, and not just an assembler.
I hate when people use that term
You are clearly a brilliant modeller. Thanks.
Thank you
I built the Mk I (because my uncle-in-law had actually worked in the factory doing tooling for the real thing). After so many construction difficulties, I decided it was my modeling skills not being up to par so I bought a second Mk I and then realized the kit just had problems. I chuckled when I saw the picture of the gaps in the canopy - so true. Then there were the weak attachment points for the under carriage, guesswork for the forward wheel well, the mysterious placement of the exhausts, the razor edge attachment for the gear doors. I could go on. You did a much better job than I. Kudos!
It's a terrible kit!! If it wasn't for the subject I'd have never of touched it.
Shocking kit. I've started it. Odd how Valom went to all the trouble of putting in all the framework on the Boulton Paul turret's perspex, (including the gun slots) and then molded the thing with a huge gap for gun(s) right in the middle. Bizarre. Anyway, superb build. Inspiring as ever. Thanks for showing us it can be done!
Stunning!!! Greg your a bloody legend.....
Hi Greg. Firstly, I hope that this won't be your last build. Secondly, if it is, I'd like to say a big Thank You for what you have done and posted - you're an artist and I have enjoyed, admired, and been wowed on occasions, not only by your skills, but by your honest presentation. You're an inspiration, so please continue. Family first of course, followed by life in general and work - but know that no matter how long the wait - I personally will always look forward to your next build. Best wishes, and looking forward to the next one, cross fingers 😉
Hopefully I'll get some small builds in until the dust has settled.
@@GregsModels Hi Greg. That's great to know 😊 Best wishes and all the best.
Very nice work, the end results looks great! The work that was displayed inside was really nice too.
What a shocker of a kit...great build I'd probably had chucked it lol
Great result on a unusual plane. I enjoy ur work very tatsty and this is a very digestiable format.
Amazing, a work of art!
Cheers Max
Stunning build.
Looks excellent
Nice job, interesting airplane! And besides - I find that invasion stripes are the most beautiful thing ever to happen to aviation...!
That really showes a modellers levell of skill. To take a poor model, and transform it in to a gem. I so wished i could do The same. Many happy eastergreetings from Denmark. 😊
Thank you very much👍
A silk purse out of a sows ear.😊♥️
It's looking good after the fight!
I've bought the Hampden from Valom... Hopefully it will fit better. I know it will be a lot of work anyway.
OMG!! I have this in the stash - I so wanna build it, so thanks for the help!! - I've managed to get masks!!
Thank you
Looks great :-)
Very nice job. Pity about the duff kit!
Could I ask what fillers and techniques you used to fill around the clear parts? About to tackle this kit and those gaps looked scary! You ended up with an impressive result.
I can't remember the method on this kit, it was a long time ago. But usually, I'll fill the bigger gaps with plastic sheet. Then mask off the clear parts, ready to fill the finer gaps with Squadron putty. The masking is to protect the clear parts from fogging from the putty. Then when everything is dry, it's all sanded, clear parts as well, starting with 600 or 800 grit then working up through to the polishing cloths. It's a long and tedious task, and not for everyone.
@@GregsModels Thanks for the reply, I'm preparing for this build to be long and tedious... with lots of swearing! If the result is half as good as yours, that'd do me.
Just a comment for the algorithm
Bravo.
Excellent work with such an awful kit.
😂👍
Nice build on a difficult kit!
Thank you. I couldn't build this kit again.