Tamiya 1/32 Spitfire Mk.IXc

[gedmundson]

Inspired by Lance Carroll's build a while ago, I put together Tamiya's 1/32 scale Spitfire Mk.IXc and thoroughly enjoyed the change of pace. The model was built to depict George "Screwball" Buerling's aircraft in 1943. I realized I'd aded the wrong oil cooler intake late in the build when it was too late to change it - should have had the larger one. Since I wanted this one buttoned up to show off the nice lines of the design, I didn't bother to paint the engine. The figures are from ICM's RAF pilot set, but actually have features from earlier in the war.
Cheers,
Gary

[lcarroll]

    Lovely Spitfire Gary, and the finish is very nicely done. I see you added a few details to the cockpit and that, with your usual attention detail, brings out the best in this very fine kit.  Congratulations on another exceptional piece of work!
Cheers,
Lance

[KiwiZac]

Lovely work Gary!

[PrzemoL]

There is never enough of watching lovely Spits... A truly very nice model, Gary!

[Jorgo]

A fantastically good model and excellently painted figures, Gary ! But I have not expected from you otherwise 

Highest regards
Jörg

[pepperman42]

Great looking Spit!! Buttoned up is the best way to display the beautiful lines. Those ICM figures came out very nicely as well.

Steve

[RichieW]

Ah, the irresistible grace of the Spitfire never fails to warm the heart. Especially when modelled to your usual incredible standard. It's a real beauty.

On a side note, I wonder which WW1 aircraft folks think is equivalent in terms of sheer beauty?

Richie

[gedmundson]

Thanks to everyone for the kind words - I hadn’t built a Spitfire Mk.9 since I was 12 years old....the old Monogram 1/48 kit. Always loved the shape.

On a side note, I wonder which WW1 aircraft folks think is equivalent in terms of sheer beauty?

Richie

Well to be honest, Richie I’d say the Albatros D.V has the most pleasing lines 😎
Cheers,
Gary

[kensar]

Very nicely done, as is all your work, Gary.  Its a shame to cover that beautiful cockpit.  I'm still amazed and impressed by your figure painting - something I am aspiring to improve for myself.