Outstanding build. The Victor, and to a certain extent, Vulcan, have such complex shapes and curves that masking and painting can be a real challenge. You've accomplished this task admirably. Very well done. 👍
Very nice build. I worked on the Victor when I was in the RAF, so this video brings back some nice memories. Not to be pedantic, I noticed you say the top 'pods' were fuel tanks. They are actually called Whitecombe Pods, or Kuchemann 'carrots'. These pods were originally fitted to carry 'chaff'. When they became redundant, the pods were left in place as they didn't affect the flight character of the aircraft.
I'm 61, been building kits since I was seven years old.... NEVER seen or heard of 'paint'n pour' before ! - Never stop learning, it's my favorite mantra to live by. And having spent a lot of time back in the day around the old Victor(s) , gotta say your camo looks exactly right - great idea to use an 'nearly white' for the underside, far more 'scale accurate' than a stark pure white (I do the same, never use straight black either). Cheers from New Zealand.
A very nice build, well done. When I was in the Air Cadets here in the UK in the late 1970's to early 80's, my squadron was 57 Victor Sqdn. I have a photo of all us cadets standing in front of a 57 Victor when it visited us at R.A.F. Manston, Kent where we were stationed. Happy memories.
A very nice and descriptive build, I've always liked the Victor ever since I first saw the prototype flying over North Watford when I was a lad. It just had that futuristic look. I heard the prototype actually went supersonic in a swallow dive, the RAF's first supersonic bomber. Back then, I always wished someone would make a model of the Victor, but nobody did except Matchbox, but by then I wasn''t making models, having drifted away from modelling. Then Airfix tooled this new model and I must admit I was very tempted but these days I don't really have the space etc to justify getting one, but it's good to see the Victor again as it's still one of my all time favourite aircraft, and it's British. Thanks for the build review and re-awakening some memories.
Probably the best example I've seen on the Tube. I'm kinda not an underpainting kinda guy but in this case you have me questioning my thoughts. I have been a Victor just like this at Duxford Air Museum. The paint on the real one is very uniform and flat. Capturing reality on a model is perhaps rather boring though? I love the blacked out screen too, perfect for this model . 😀
What a beast and it looks really good. Since I live in a small flat I'd snap one up if it came in 1/144 otherwise I'd be running out of room real quick.😁
There is a Great Wall Hobby kit of the Victor in 1/144. It's rather expensive for a 1/144 kit, but the quality is great. That brand also did a Vulcan and a Valiant in that scale, even if there are other models in that scales for these aircrafts.
On the camo I always use the same method as you but form the "spaghetti" divider out of thin rolled blutak. Mascol, a rubber based paint is used to mask the already finished colour. You can also use copydex rubber based glue which is normally used on fabric. Much quicker than masking tape with just as effective results. It peels off easily even when over sprayed with the pad of your finger end. Never thought of black painting window glass, a good idea as the cockpit interior can't be seen on the 1/72 Victor. On the Vulcan though the whole canopy was lifted off by light crane to make access for service of front seats and instruments easier thus showing cockpit and rear crew positions. An interesting diorama subject if you want to show an airframe being serviced and the detailed cockpit interior of these models. Love the finished product, very well done.
A beautiful build of an amazing aircraft. I was at RAF Marham where 55 and 57sqdn Victors were based. It certainly brings back fond memories. Well done 👍
The two Victor squadrons were based at one side of the airfield and 27 and 617 Tornado GR1 were located at the other side. I worked in logistics and specifically the fuel dumps so plenty of tankers to refuel to keep the Victors doing their air redialling work. They were big but gorgeous looking aircraft. End of an era though.
I was involved in the team that converted 4 mk 1 victor bombers into tankers before the mk 2 s were converted. 29 of them I think. RAF marhem where I stayed in the officers mess.
Another quicker way of priming a model is to use Tamiya Fine grey primer from the rattle can as this self levels as well, allow to dry and just use a fine 8000 grit polish cloth to sand any blemishes back
Great build and new ideas, , that's one difficult camo scheme. I have seen the air vent video and used it several times. Definitely good techniques, now if we could really build a kit in 23 minutes. This and the Vulcan are two of my favorite aircraft combined with the Mosquitoes Cheers from the colonies
I think I was about 12 years old, living in a german "fightertown", walking by the cemetry in town when I heard something of a rumbling jet sound never heard before, looking up. My eyes wide open I saw a UFO? No, a not more than 1000 feet hi Victor came in on a simulated low level bombing run I guess, cause the course was completely off the runway but in direction to the middle of the base (and there was no accident also :) )
It's the coolest looking of the V bombers, possibly coolest looking bomber of them all. Though I think many people would also call it fugly, which, strangely enough, is also kinda fitting.
I never did apply a wash on the cockpit but when do, I use a wash made from oil paints. If you watch my MYRT build video, I do a fully detailed and weathered cockpit in that video and I break down the process.
very easy way to mak the samlines tak valejo putty smir it on the line tak a cottonstick mak it weath and driv carfull medium fast over the seamline and you will be surpriced how easy this works ! witout sanding.
Do Airfix not include the retractable air intakes on the upper fuselage just forward of the fin, these are normally in the open position when the aircraft is on the ground.
1) As a tanker, she's probably getting more weathering than she ever would as a bomber. 2) To go to all that trouble and not install the cockpit was a crime.
Outstanding build. The Victor, and to a certain extent, Vulcan, have such complex shapes and curves that masking and painting can be a real challenge. You've accomplished this task admirably. Very well done. 👍
Thank you very much!
Very nice build. I worked on the Victor when I was in the RAF, so this video brings back some nice memories. Not to be pedantic, I noticed you say the top 'pods' were fuel tanks. They are actually called Whitecombe Pods, or Kuchemann 'carrots'. These pods were originally fitted to carry 'chaff'. When they became redundant, the pods were left in place as they didn't affect the flight character of the aircraft.
Thank you! I did not know that about the tanks. Love when I can learn from people that actually worked on these aircraft.
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It looks well.
I'm 61, been building kits since I was seven years old.... NEVER seen or heard of 'paint'n pour' before ! - Never stop learning, it's my favorite mantra to live by. And having spent a lot of time back in the day around the old Victor(s) , gotta say your camo looks exactly right - great idea to use an 'nearly white' for the underside, far more 'scale accurate' than a stark pure white (I do the same, never use straight black either).
Cheers from New Zealand.
Thank you for your feedback!
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A very nice build, well done. When I was in the Air Cadets here in the UK in the late 1970's to early 80's, my squadron was 57 Victor Sqdn. I have a photo of all us cadets standing in front of a 57 Victor when it visited us at R.A.F. Manston, Kent where we were stationed. Happy memories.
Very cool!
Interesting. My late father was part of a 57 Squadron Victor crew in the 70s. He was based at RAF Marham in Norfolk.
Stunning build of a fabulous kit of a beautiful aircraft. Thank you!
My pleasure!
A very nice and descriptive build, I've always liked the Victor ever since I first saw the prototype flying over North Watford when I was a lad. It just had that futuristic look. I heard the prototype actually went supersonic in a swallow dive, the RAF's first supersonic bomber. Back then, I always wished someone would make a model of the Victor, but nobody did except Matchbox, but by then I wasn''t making models, having drifted away from modelling. Then Airfix tooled this new model and I must admit I was very tempted but these days I don't really have the space etc to justify getting one, but it's good to see the Victor again as it's still one of my all time favourite aircraft, and it's British. Thanks for the build review and re-awakening some memories.
Glad you enjoyed it and that my video invoked some fond memories.
Probably the best example I've seen on the Tube. I'm kinda not an underpainting kinda guy but in this case you have me questioning my thoughts. I have been a Victor just like this at Duxford Air Museum. The paint on the real one is very uniform and flat. Capturing reality on a model is perhaps rather boring though? I love the blacked out screen too, perfect for this model . 😀
Thank you for the high praise! So glad you enjoyed the video.
Beautiful job on the most handsome of the V bombers.
Agreed!
Love that pour technique. It looks great. Stunning build. 👍👍
Glad you like it!
Gonna hafta get me some of that pin-striping tape. Hope I can find some locally. Just another awesome build.
Thanks Frank! I always enjoy your posts on FB.
What a beast and it looks really good. Since I live in a small flat I'd snap one up if it came in 1/144 otherwise I'd be running out of room real quick.😁
Space is an issue for me as well. Thank you for watching!
There is a Great Wall Hobby kit of the Victor in 1/144. It's rather expensive for a 1/144 kit, but the quality is great. That brand also did a Vulcan and a Valiant in that scale, even if there are other models in that scales for these aircrafts.
On the camo I always use the same method as you but form the "spaghetti" divider out of thin rolled blutak. Mascol, a rubber based paint is used to mask the already finished colour. You can also use copydex rubber based glue which is normally used on fabric. Much quicker than masking tape with just as effective results. It peels off easily even when over sprayed with the pad of your finger end. Never thought of black painting window glass, a good idea as the cockpit interior can't be seen on the 1/72 Victor. On the Vulcan though the whole canopy was lifted off by light crane to make access for service of front seats and instruments easier thus showing cockpit and rear crew positions. An interesting diorama subject if you want to show an airframe being serviced and the detailed cockpit interior of these models. Love the finished product, very well done.
Great feedback!
She looks awesome😀
Thank you! I enjoyed building it.
Beautifully built
Thank you!
Wonderful build, of a beautiful plane. Thank you for sharing your art and techniques. :)
My pleasure!
Cool build! The pinstripe tape looks interesting. I haven’t been too impressed with Tamiya’s vinyl tape. Take care! Drew
Thanks 👍
Great job ! I used to work in the factory where thé t1nker conversions were made. Brings back great memories of a special aircraft
Very cool!
What an amazing warbird
absolutely beautiful !!!!!!!
Thank you so much!
For anyone in the UK, latex paint is what we call Emulsion paint.
Thanks for adding that for my UK audience.
@@StyreneModelersHaven hey, you're welcome. I was scratching my head about that for ages before I found out myself.
Cheers 👍
What a great build. Well done.
Glad you like it!
wow this paint'n pour is amazing, will surely try it out
It's a great way for seamless intakes!
Amazing work.
Thanks a lot!
A beautiful build of an amazing aircraft. I was at RAF Marham where 55 and 57sqdn Victors were based. It certainly brings back fond memories. Well done 👍
Love to hear from people that were there when these planes flew!
The two Victor squadrons were based at one side of the airfield and 27 and 617 Tornado GR1 were located at the other side. I worked in logistics and specifically the fuel dumps so plenty of tankers to refuel to keep the Victors doing their air redialling work. They were big but gorgeous looking aircraft. End of an era though.
I was involved in the team that converted 4 mk 1 victor bombers into tankers before the mk 2 s were converted. 29 of them I think. RAF marhem where I stayed in the officers mess.
A well produced video. Excellent
Much appreciated!
Another quicker way of priming a model is to use Tamiya Fine grey primer from the rattle can as this self levels as well, allow to dry and just use a fine 8000 grit polish cloth to sand any blemishes back
Good tip!
A new subscriber here: Great looking model!
Welcome aboard!
Looks cool.
Perfect build 🔥🔥🔥
Wow! Thank you.
Great build and new ideas, , that's one difficult camo scheme. I have seen the air vent video and used it several times. Definitely good techniques, now if we could really build a kit in 23 minutes. This and the Vulcan are two of my favorite aircraft combined with the Mosquitoes Cheers from the colonies
Love your reply! It model builders like you that keep me making these vids!
I think I was about 12 years old, living in a german "fightertown", walking by the cemetry in town when I heard something of a rumbling jet sound never heard before, looking up. My eyes wide open I saw a UFO? No, a not more than 1000 feet hi Victor came in on a simulated low level bombing run I guess, cause the course was completely off the runway but in direction to the middle of the base (and there was no accident also :) )
Great story!
It's the coolest looking of the V bombers, possibly coolest looking bomber of them all. Though I think many people would also call it fugly, which, strangely enough, is also kinda fitting.
monster of a airplain ! mean !. ^^
Very nice.
Thank you! Cheers!
Suggestion..keep the cockpit but install some lighting, simple or extravagant.
Thanks for the tip
Nice 😎😁
Thanks 😋
Thank you for sharing. What brand/color wash are using for the cockpit at the early part of the video?
I never did apply a wash on the cockpit but when do, I use a wash made from oil paints. If you watch my MYRT build video, I do a fully detailed and weathered cockpit in that video and I break down the process.
@@StyreneModelersHaven thank you; I was referring to the Wash at 2:20 of the video.
very easy way to mak the samlines tak valejo putty smir it on the line tak a cottonstick mak it weath and driv carfull medium fast over the seamline and you will be surpriced how easy this works ! witout sanding.
Thanks for sharing
*I have the old Matchbox kit with the Flypath set to enhance the model, your Airfix model will be an reference to follow when i'll build it!"
Nice!
Looks good. Except... the cockpit windows look a little meh.
Appreciate the feedback.
Do Airfix not include the retractable air intakes on the upper fuselage just forward of the fin, these are normally in the open position when the aircraft is on the ground.
They do but I love the lines of the victor and didn't want to have too many parts breaking up the lines of this beautiful aircraft.
...you know you're using the gnippers backwards, right?
Depends on if I want to keep a little sprue on the part so I don't create an indent. I come in later with a razor saw to remove the rest of the sprue.
1) As a tanker, she's probably getting more weathering than she ever would as a bomber.
2) To go to all that trouble and not install the cockpit was a crime.
I had reasons at the time. I'm sure they made sense at the time. Just wish I could remember why! 😆
Sorry but all this work for a camouflage without fading was not worth the trouble.
Not sure what you mean.
Not sure what you mean.
Really impressive but just one itsy teeny weeny gripe. Victors on the ground would not be parked with the flaps down.