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Offline John Howling Mouse

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F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« on: January 03, 2012, 04:36:11 AM »
Figured it was time to get back in the model-building game after a couple of years away from the bench.  Instead of returning to one of my prior, in-progress builds, I decided to start with something very basic, no major conversions, to ensure I enjoy the process of re-learning the Olde Skills.  The Otaki/Arii 1:48 F-6F Hellcat seemed like a good starting point.  Wish me luck!    ;D

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Offline Jeffry Fontaine

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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #1 on: January 03, 2012, 04:37:59 AM »
Definitely good to see you posting work in progress images again!  Looking forward to seeing what you will do with this kit. 
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Offline The Big Gimper

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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #2 on: January 03, 2012, 07:39:55 AM »
That brings back memories. I remember building some of the Otaki kids when I was wee lad.

Carl
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Offline Eddie M.

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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #3 on: January 04, 2012, 02:50:07 AM »
It's good to see you back at the bench. Lookin forward to your progress. :)
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« Reply #4 on: January 04, 2012, 12:39:50 PM »
 I am really glad to see you building again, always worth the wait  :)  ....hmmm the jury is still out on the worlds ugliest helo but you know what I mean  :D
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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #5 on: January 04, 2012, 12:52:39 PM »
Absolutely outstanding. I would love to see what you do with this.  It has been too long my friend. Your talent is inspiring.
ALSO being a noob I don't believe I have ever seen you do OOB :) :yarr:
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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #6 on: January 05, 2012, 08:00:58 AM »
Luck? Heck you've got more talent & skill in your pinkie finger than some of us mere mortals have in our entire bodies (large tho' mine may be...)!

It's great to see you back at the modeling bench, Mr Howling Mouse! I have every confidence your Hellcat will both delight and amaze!

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Offline John Howling Mouse

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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #7 on: January 07, 2012, 08:33:08 AM »
Thanks, guys.  Funny how nervous being back at the bench can be at first.  And Jeff, I hear ya re: the WUH.  But, first, something very tame:









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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #8 on: January 07, 2012, 10:31:39 AM »
Purty :-* Yellow zinc chromate is one of my favorite colors
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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #9 on: January 07, 2012, 05:46:39 PM »
Definitely good to see such a talented modeler back at the bench and getting the rust out.

I'll be looking forward to whatever you do with this one.
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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #10 on: January 07, 2012, 05:59:16 PM »
Glory to JHM, back in modelling! ;)
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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #11 on: January 08, 2012, 12:21:21 AM »
Didn't realize your had been away for two years Barry, good to see you back though ---
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Offline John Howling Mouse

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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #12 on: January 09, 2012, 01:51:55 AM »
Gentlemen (and Ladies?), we have an airframe:









Thanks be to  :icon_fsm:
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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #13 on: January 09, 2012, 02:06:52 AM »
hurray! even if you buid it simple, I wish you will have uncommon colours...
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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #14 on: January 09, 2012, 06:58:50 AM »
It's great to see you still have that incredible talent for detailing, Mr Howling Mouse!

Seeing the airframe and wings on like that has my mind reeling with all the paint scheme and marking possibilities.

Brian da Basher
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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #15 on: January 09, 2012, 09:28:39 AM »
SWEEEEEET :-* You know it would be cool to see that in factory primer 8)
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Offline John Howling Mouse

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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #16 on: January 09, 2012, 10:57:16 AM »
Quote from: Tophe on January 09, 2012, 02:06:52 AM
hurray! even if you buid it simple, I wish you will have uncommon colours...

It will, my friend...it will (for a Hellcat, anyhow).

Ron: great idea.  I'm off to get another one of these kits, then!   ;D
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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #17 on: January 09, 2012, 08:19:42 PM »
Let me know if you need any maple-leaf roundels or red ensigns for this baby, Mr Howling Mouse. I may have a few extra.

Brian da Basher
« Last Edit: January 09, 2012, 08:21:38 PM by Brian da Basher »
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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #18 on: January 10, 2012, 06:40:52 AM »
Is this helpful?

« Last Edit: January 14, 2012, 06:52:44 AM by The Big Gimper »
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Offline John Howling Mouse

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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #19 on: January 11, 2012, 08:39:52 AM »
Thanks, BdB and TBG: it's all good.  I'm going to do it in a scheme I once saw a Corsair rendered in on a boxtop for a Hobbycraft kit.
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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #20 on: January 12, 2012, 05:30:58 AM »
This one? http://modboxart.bravehost.com/maquetry1/hobbycraftCorsair.JPG

If so, that Dark Slate Grey/Extra Dark Sea Grey camo and roundel with bars should look great on a Hellcat!
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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #21 on: January 18, 2012, 10:02:41 PM »
Nice job  :D
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Re: F-6F Hellcat...first model in HOW long?
« Reply #22 on: March 08, 2012, 10:59:54 PM »
Be sure that some of us would bow even if you just open a kit box. ;)
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