Beyond The Sprues

Modelling => Completed GBs => Group and Themed Builds => Allies '46 GB => Topic started by: ed s on February 01, 2018, 10:07:25 AM

Title: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: ed s on February 01, 2018, 10:07:25 AM: I think, I may actually be able to participate in some group builds this year. We'll see how this goes.

I have a SIGA AM-1 Mauler that looks appropriate for this GB.

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc250/esveum/20180131_205700_zpsbrmydohy.jpg) (http://s213.photobucket.com/user/esveum/media/20180131_205700_zpsbrmydohy.jpg.html)
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: finsrin on February 01, 2018, 03:24:55 PM: AM-1 Mauler. Like that choice. :smiley:
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: Dr. YoKai on February 01, 2018, 11:00:25 PM: I remember when that kit was released, I think - didn't one of the boxings come with a half a dozen torpedoes to hang under wing? I've always had a soft spot for the big post war carrier aircraft projects. Looking forward to seeing what you do with it, Ed.
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: taiidantomcat on February 02, 2018, 01:09:32 AM: Welcome Ed!
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: ed s on February 04, 2018, 07:41:21 AM: Today's photo. Progressing well. At the putty and filler stage. As is typical with many short run kits, the parts are crude and the details coarse. But a little judicious work with the file and sandpaper and it went together.

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc250/esveum/20180203_153142_zpsgwvns47s.jpg) (http://s213.photobucket.com/user/esveum/media/20180203_153142_zpsgwvns47s.jpg.html)

Ed
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on February 04, 2018, 09:13:45 AM: Always remember the image of the Mauler hauling three torpedoes plus bombs from long ago. Here is that image again courtesy of the Wikipedia page for the Martin AM-1 Mauler (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_AM_Mauler):

Click on html or image to visit Wikipedia page on the AM-1 Mauler

(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ed/AM-1s_armed.jpg/220px-AM-1s_armed.jpg) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_AM_Mauler)
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: finsrin on February 04, 2018, 11:21:29 AM: Same here: "Always remember the image of the Mauler hauling three torpedoes plus bombs from long ago."
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: taiidantomcat on February 04, 2018, 10:32:03 PM: Amazing progress Ed!
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: kitnut617 on February 04, 2018, 11:02:00 PM: Quote from: finsrin on February 04, 2018, 11:21:29 AM
Same here: "Always remember the image of the Mauler hauling three torpedoes plus bombs from long ago."

Wasn't the Douglas Skyraider just as capable ---
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on February 05, 2018, 02:19:45 AM: Quote from: kitnut617 on February 04, 2018, 11:02:00 PM
Wasn't the Douglas Skyraider just as capable ---
That question also came to mind as I was reading up on the AM-1 Mauler on the Wikipedia link (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_AM_Mauler). Mauler was larger than AD Skyraider and able to carry more than the Douglas design. Other detractors such as flying characteristics and stability issues when landing on carrier decks eventually saw the Mauler being relegated to land use and operations before retirement of the Mauler from service.
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: elmayerle on February 05, 2018, 09:22:29 AM: of course, there was also the proposed Mercury COD version.
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: ed s on February 07, 2018, 10:57:21 AM: I have to admit, this didn't end up taking near as much PSR as I was expecting. Put a coat of primer on this afternoon. Looking good. Maybe start on the camo tomorrow.

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc250/esveum/20180206_212538_zpsgnfxi8kc.jpg) (http://s213.photobucket.com/user/esveum/media/20180206_212538_zpsgnfxi8kc.jpg.html)
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: finsrin on February 07, 2018, 11:04:37 AM: Nice. Don't remember, though may have, seeing Mauler build/built.

Not to be confused with similar "Mugger" by BdB !
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: ed s on February 28, 2018, 08:55:57 AM: Have had some time to do modeling the last few days.
Here is the Mauler getting masked for the second top color.

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc250/esveum/20180220_163337_zpszrcdwgor.jpg) (http://s213.photobucket.com/user/esveum/media/20180220_163337_zpszrcdwgor.jpg.html)

And with the second color.

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc250/esveum/20180222_161233_zpslbeu86vg.jpg) (http://s213.photobucket.com/user/esveum/media/20180222_161233_zpslbeu86vg.jpg.html)

Start on the decals and weathering tomorrow.
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: taiidantomcat on February 28, 2018, 09:38:59 AM: Nice Ed! :-*
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: GTX_Admin on March 01, 2018, 01:40:38 AM: Looking good
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: ed s on March 14, 2018, 10:29:31 AM: Things are progressing well. It has been painted and now has decals.

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc250/esveum/20180313_221331_zps4qxoujwt.jpg) (http://s213.photobucket.com/user/esveum/media/20180313_221331_zps4qxoujwt.jpg.html)

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc250/esveum/20180313_221342_zpsnn2tr7yp.jpg) (http://s213.photobucket.com/user/esveum/media/20180313_221342_zpsnn2tr7yp.jpg.html)

Ed
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: GTX_Admin on March 15, 2018, 12:15:25 AM: Still looking good
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: ed s on March 25, 2018, 08:10:24 AM: RCN 825 Sqd began flying anti-submarine missions in early 1946 with their new Martin AM-1 Maulers. Based on the HMS Habakku (pycrete carrier) they were an important part of clearing the U-boat threat from the North Atlantic and allowing the supply convoys to make their crossing with minimal losses for the first time during the war.

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc250/esveum/20180323_213606_zpsiwxdzknw.jpg) (http://s213.photobucket.com/user/esveum/media/20180323_213606_zpsiwxdzknw.jpg.html)

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc250/esveum/20180323_213610_zpsmbsxfuyo.jpg) (http://s213.photobucket.com/user/esveum/media/20180323_213610_zpsmbsxfuyo.jpg.html)

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc250/esveum/20180323_213631_zpsmnki3hju.jpg) (http://s213.photobucket.com/user/esveum/media/20180323_213631_zpsmnki3hju.jpg.html)

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc250/esveum/20180323_213644_zpskbtcbom5.jpg) (http://s213.photobucket.com/user/esveum/media/20180323_213644_zpskbtcbom5.jpg.html)

Ed
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: kitnut617 on March 25, 2018, 08:17:55 AM: Yeah! now I like that Ed ---- :smiley: :smiley: :smiley:
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on March 25, 2018, 09:35:00 AM: What a beast! Also nice load out, looks like you have something to address almost any occasion :)
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: Old Wombat on March 25, 2018, 01:39:15 PM: :D 8)
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: Brian da Basher on March 25, 2018, 08:59:25 PM: Wow did that finish up a treat!

Outstanding paint work! Looks like it belongs in that RN scheme!

Brian da Basher
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: Frank3k on March 26, 2018, 06:26:54 AM: Beautiful result, Ed! That looks like a real brute of a plane. The asymmetric loadout looks great!
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: finsrin on March 27, 2018, 09:49:37 AM: Right-on paint job. :smiley:
Bad news for U-boats with its ordnance possibilities.
Title: Re: AM-1 MAULER
Post by: John Howling Mouse on April 05, 2018, 09:32:20 AM: That is some fine painting skill right there...