Spitfire F Mk.21
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Finalized!
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Progressing!
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Test fitting the prop
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Cowling and engine panels decently restored after a very bad experience with hu metalcote…
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Decals in progress, before the disaster…
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Some initial weathering applied
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First paint layers down
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Ready for paint!
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Test fitting and prep for some putty
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46 15 July 2023, 15:13
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Thanks Gordon, I have used Tamiya spray paint AS-12 bare-metal silver and some light initial weathering with Flory's dark grey wash for panels and rivets
20 July 2023, 13:46
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Thanks Oleg! It's a good kit. Had some issues with the metal paint work on some parts, otherwise a pretty straightforward build.
5 August 2023, 14:15
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I thought all Spitfire had the bubble canopy by that time. The counter rotating spinner looks very nice on this. Great result!!!
10 August 2023, 21:09
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Thank Mr James & Vincent!
To my knowledge there were a number of experimental contra-prop Spitfires in WWII, both Merlin and Griffon installations.
After WWII a number of Mk 21's were converted to contra-prop and issued singly for service evaluation to various squadrons. They seem to have gravitated to the 'C.O.'s personal kite' status.
11 August 2023, 06:49