Still not got proper 'net connection - seems it's a problem with the 'T-Mobile' system, affecting around 8,000 users, and not yet rectified.
However, I've managed to get on the forum on my 'desk top' computer, using a very slow connection via I.E., so I'll attempt to post some pics, and hope they show up.
The model is finished, apart from a couple of areas needing a slight re-touching here and there.
The pitot tube masts were adapted from the chunky kit part, and re-positioned in their staggered locations, slightly further aft than on the Mk.1, but small items such as the pitot tubes themselves (originally intended to be added from stretched sprue), and the (over scale) Lorenz antenna have been deliberately omitted, as it's very doubtful they would survive being transported. Likewise, I refrained from scratch-building and fitting the Rebecca aerials on the nose.
As far as models go, this is certainly
not up to even my lowest standards, and if I had to score this, I'd maybe give it 5 out of 10, perhaps 6 out of 10 at a push.
But, as it is only required as a 'representative' model, in order that one of each type of aircraft flown by the Squadron can be displayed on the tables at the reunion dinner, and considering some of the models the Squadron Association already have are either plain, 'solid' silver, or carved, varnished wood, it should serve its purpose. If it survives the event, I'll be quite surprised !!
First pic shows the original Airfix kit part for the twin pitot heads, whilst the rest show the finished model.
Now it's time to start on the 1/48th scale Meteor NF.12, with only just over four weeks in which to get it done, and delivered with the other models. Whether I can manage to also 'cram in' the 1/72nd scale Meteor NF.14 is open to speculation ...........