**** FINISHED: 1/48 Spitfire Mk. Vc Trop. “D” of No 452 Sqn defending Darwin .

[N4521U]

*User name: N4521U
Name: Bill
Category: 2, Intermediate
Kit: Tamiya Spitfire Mk.Vb Tropical
Scale: 1/48th.
Accessories: True Details resin wheels, replacement Decals. Some scratch building. Moulding and casting of some control surfaces. Decals as required.

Inspiration: I've been wanting to build something from one of Robert Taylor's prints, especially one depicting Spitfires over Darwin, I do have this print in my collection. By chance I have found much information regarding the lead "D" plane, S/L Raymond "Throttle" Thorold-Smith.

Here she is for all she is worth. Didn't push the limits as far, but it was a nervous pleasure to build. Some great planes in this GB, as well as an awsome one. His wings were changed to Mk.Vc before heading off to Darwin.

 

[vikingBerserker]

Well done sir!

 

[Airframes]

Nicely done Bill. Please add the entry details to the top of the post (category, kit, scale etc.) Thanks.

 

[Catch22]

Another good one!

 

[Crimea_River]

Turned out nice Bill!

 

[Vic Balshaw]

Nicely done Bill all that hassle was well worth it.

 

[Aaron Brooks Wolters]

VERY SHARP BILL!!!!

 

[chook]

Nice one Bill. Must be good to use the long f word not the 4 letter one that we all let fly during construction! Being an Aussie spit makes it all the more special. Don't be shy though. How about a close up of the cockpit
Sean

 

[Airframes]

Thanks for the additions Bill - makes judging a bit easier!

 

[ozhawk40]

Great result Bill, well done!

Cheers

Peter

 

[rochie]

very nice Bill

 

[magnu]

Good one Bill

 

[T Bolt]

Real nice Bill.

 

[Florence]

Very nicely done.

 

[Gnomey]

Great work Bill!

 

[Night Fighter Nut]

Terrific job there Bill.

 

[treyzx10r]

Thats a very clean build! Great job

 

[N4521U]

Thank you all for following my build, and all the kind compliments.

It's been a pleasure and am looking forward to the VVS GB P-40 and all it's modifications. I hope I can live up to My expectations. Bill

 

[imalko]

Nicely done Bill.

 

[javlin]

Some very nice builds coming about from this GB Well Done Bill Cheers