<> **** DONE: 1/48 Fairey Swordfish MkII - WW1 / WW2 over Water.

[Crimea_River]

Username: Crimea River
First name: Andy
Category: Judge – Non-competing
Scale: 1/48
Manufacturer: Tamiya
Model Type: Swordfish MkII
Aftermarket addons: Tamiya PE rigging set

I will start this build shortly but have not yet landed on a scheme. Not keen on AEAF stripes for this one but will find something eventually. Suggestions welcome.

 

[JKim]

No, no, no Andy. We set up the alternate GB so you could AVOID doing any rigging! Kidding of course! Very interesting subject and am looking forward to the build, rigging and all!

 

[vikingBerserker]

Great choice and a great kit!

 

[Wurger]

 

[fubar57]

Very nice RCAF Andy, RCAF though I'm sure RCAF any choice you RCAF make will be RCAF good one RCAF. Email sent to help you decide

 

[Crimea_River]

Got it George and thanks. Yes, RCAF would be good if I can find a scheme I like and can get decals for it. Will check it out.

 

[turbo]

Nice one, I have the Airfix 1/72 Swordfish MkI floatplane in my stash but have been avoiding it because I haven't done a rigged plane before so will be following with interest.

 

[T Bolt]

Good choice Andy. I've always liked this one but then I'm a sucker for heavily weathered aircraft.

 

[Crimea_River]

That one caught my eye too Glenn. Maybe.

 

[Wayne Little]

Great choice Andy, had one of these for ages and just not pulled it out, it's a great looking kit but then it's Tamiya..'nough said..!

 

[A4K]

Love that bird myself Glenn and Andy...

Great choice Andy, looking forward to your 'Stringbag'.

 

[Crimea_River]

Thanks guys. Made a small start on the pit but concentrating on finishing the Beau. Pics later.

 

[fubar57]

Looking forward to it Andy. When I built my Mk.I there was a warning about the cockpit fit to the fuselage. Not sure if this would apply to the Mk.II as well

 

[Crimea_River]

Thanks Geo, It likely will as I think the only difference is the wing sprue and larger oil cooler.

 

[Michael Stolting]

Thanks Geo, It likely will as I think the only difference is the wing sprue and larger oil cooler.

Andy, I don't believe I've posted to any thread on this site up to now - however, since I attempted to build the Tamiya 1/48 Fairey Swordfish MkII a while back, I thought I'd jump in here and offer my personal observation regarding the 'pit to fuselage fit. It's tight!!!

I'm a poor model builder but I find I'm addicted to the hobby in spite of my lack of skills. I ended up trashing the MkII because I'd made such a mess of fitting the wings and PE wires near the end of my build. I'll attempt to include an image of my build at a point where I was able to correct many of my mistakes.

I must caution you to be careful regarding the alignment of the wings. I suggest as much dry fitting as is practical before committing to the cementing process.

Back to the tight fit ... lots of rubber bands and clamps in addition to my having held the two halves together with my mitts for several minutes before applying the aforementioned helpers.

As a side note I ordered and have received some sprues from Tamiya and another PE wire set so I may be attempting to finish the kit after I've completed my Accurate Miniatures 1/48 Grumman TBM-3 Avenger.

Best of luck with your build.

1943Mike

 

[Crimea_River]

Thanks for the heads up Mike and welcome aboard. I'll be sure to watch for that tight fit and will watch the wing alignment.

I'm looking forward to seeing some pics of your work and hope that you'll post a thread of your Avenger. If it's not too far along, you could perhaps join this Group Build.

 

[Michael Stolting]

Thanks Andy but I'd just as soon not do another WIP of aircraft for a while. I was doing one on my stringbag when I ran into insurmountable (for me) problems.

I'm coming along with my Avenger but don't feel confident enough to join a group build. Thanks again for the invitation. If I feel it's OK when I've finished it I'd be happy to post an image or two providing those of you on this forum don't expect too much.

Mike

 

[Wayne Little]

Bring it on Mike and welcome, we would be happy to see your work, no pressure here mate.

 

[fubar57]

Agreed and usually any issue can be solved here and made...uh...mountable......

 

[Robert Porter]

Mike,

Don't let inexperience stop you from joining a GB! I did not and had a lot of fun and got a lot of help and learned a lot. It is a great group here and you will gain even more from participating! Looking forward to seeing more from you!