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Offline Mike Norris (UK)

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1:32nd scale Bristol F.2b
« on: August 16, 2023, 01:17:14 AM »
Hi all,
I'm still waiting for a couple of things to arrive for the Hansa-Brandenburg W.12 model.
Therefore I'm making a start on another model, this time the Bristol F.2b 'Biff' or 'Brisfit' as it was commonly called.

This model will represents represents Bristol F.2b, Serial No. A-7194 of No.111 Squadron RFC, Deir-el-Belah, Palestine during 1917.

This particular Bristol F.2b, Serial No. A-7194 (along with 7190 and 7198) was delivered on the 25th of August to No.111 Squadron (RFC).
No.111 Squadron (RFC) was formed on the 1st of August 1917 at Deir-el-Belah, Palestine and was commanded by Major Shekleton.
The Squadron was formed from aircraft of No.14 and often escorted No.1 Squadron (AFC) on their missions.
During it time with No.111 Squadron (RFC), A-7149 was noted as having engaged the enemy on at least two occasions:

8th of October 1917 - 2nd Lt. R.C Steele (Canada) and Lt. John J Lloyd-Williams drove down the Albatros D.II, Serial No.636/14 of Oblt. Dittmar of Fab300.
This was the first German aircraft captured in Egypt. Pilot Steel was awarded the Distinguished Service Order (DSO).

15th of October 1917 - 2nd Lt. R.C Steele (Canada) and Lt. John J Lloyd-Williams destroyed an Albatross D.III.
Initially the enemy pilot indicated he was surrendering, but then tried to make for his lines and had his wing shot off.

The squadron was always intended to be a single seat fighter unit.
In January 1918 the squadron handed over its Bristol F.2b aircraft to No.1 Squadron (AFC) after being equipped with the SE5a fighters.

No.1 Squadron (AFC) operated with No.111 Squadron (RFC) and later No.142 Squadron (RFC) as part of the 40th (Army) Wing (RFC).
The wing formed part of the Palestine Brigade (RFC), the other part of the Brigade was formed by 5th (Corps) Wing (RFC), comprised of No.14 and No.113 Squadrons (RFC).

Bristol F.2b, Serial No. A-7194 was transferred from No.111 Squadron (RFC) via Kantara to No.1 Squadron (AFC) on the 11th of January 1918.
During its time with No.1 Squadron (AFC) it flew regular missions with different crews through February and March, before crashing on take-off on March the 28th.

NOTE: The change in the aircraft colour scheme and style of the serial number when serving with No.1 Squadron (AFC).

Mike

No.111 Squadron (RFC) in 1917.





No.1 Squadron (AFC) in 1918.

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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol F.2b
« Reply #1 on: August 16, 2023, 01:22:28 AM »
Yet again one to look forward to!
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol F.2b
« Reply #2 on: August 16, 2023, 05:36:23 AM »
Looking forward to following this one, that's some paint job... a PC.10/white splinter scheme. And at least the base shouldn't be hard, a handful of beach sand and you're done :-D

I was out of modeling for some years, I assume this is a WnW Brisfit?

Dave V.
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol F.2b
« Reply #3 on: August 16, 2023, 09:04:15 AM »
Quote from: Davos522 on August 16, 2023, 05:36:23 AM
Looking forward to following this one, that's some paint job... a PC.10/white splinter scheme. And at least the base shouldn't be hard, a handful of beach sand and you're done :-D

I was out of modeling for some years, I assume this is a WnW Brisfit?

Dave V.

Hi Dave,
Yes the 'Wingnut Wings' (early F.2b) kit,

Mike
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol F.2b
« Reply #4 on: August 17, 2023, 01:08:50 AM »
Another one to anticipate! One of my favorite aircraft. 
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol F.2b
« Reply #5 on: August 17, 2023, 01:29:57 AM »
The pictures give me the impression the plane was very well maintained, at least when the photos were taken.
Looking forward to seeing this one.
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol F.2b
« Reply #6 on: August 17, 2023, 01:58:43 PM »
Mike,
   It will be a pleasure to watch your efforts on this one, and such a unique scheme as well. I still regard this Kit as the best of the Wingnut Wings line, I'll be very keen to follow your comments on it as the project progresses, and it's a very enjoyable Build in my experience. Enjoy!
Cheers,
Lance
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol F.2b
« Reply #7 on: August 17, 2023, 06:37:01 PM »
There's no stopping you Mike! Will follow with interest.

Quote from: kensar on August 17, 2023, 01:29:57 AM
The pictures give me the impression the plane was very well maintained, at least when the photos were taken.
This is a great example of why IMO you should always work from photos (if available) when building WWI aircraft. Sure, some were pretty heavily weathered but a lot weren't. This Brisfit looks pretty clean, even though it is in Palestine.
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol F.2b
« Reply #8 on: August 18, 2023, 12:04:52 AM »
Looking forward to watching this build!

Dave
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Offline RichieW

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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol F.2b
« Reply #9 on: August 18, 2023, 02:58:05 AM »
I'm really looking forward to this one Mike. The mighty Biff is another of my favourites.

Richie
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol F.2b
« Reply #10 on: August 30, 2023, 10:02:16 PM »
I actually just picked this kit up along with the post-war Ninak, so I'll be following this with greater interest than usual. I was never a big Brisfit fan, but this log (plus the availability of the kit) served as a pretty powerful incentive to grab it.

All best,

Dutch
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol F.2b
« Reply #11 on: August 31, 2023, 10:48:28 PM »
Hi all,
Here's the basic Rolls Royce 'Falcon' V12 in-line engine.
It still needs additions, such as ignition leads, controls and pipes and weathering,

Mike



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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol F.2b
« Reply #12 on: September 01, 2023, 06:26:33 AM »
Gorgeous Engine Mike!
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol F.2b
« Reply #13 on: September 01, 2023, 06:35:45 AM »
looks great with all the different color metals!
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol F.2b
« Reply #14 on: September 01, 2023, 08:36:53 PM »
Very nice start, looking forward to seeing what you add to this.
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