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Post by Ian H. on Dec 28, 2018 2:41:52 GMT
Well maybe I am glutton for punishment for trying another HobbyBoss kit but I figured I would give this a try. My son gave me this for Christmas and it actually looks like a really nice kit so here we go. The kit has nice recessed panel lines and looks to be nicely detailed. My plan is an out-of-box build in French Army markings. Best wishes! Ian   |
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Post by SteveM on Dec 28, 2018 8:16:07 GMT
HB helicopters have a good reputation so this should be no exception fella, enjoy it  |
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Post by Ian H. on Dec 28, 2018 8:58:59 GMT
I agree, Steve! Certainly looks nicer than the HB F-111 kit.😀😀
Best wishes,
Ian
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Post by Snipersmudge on Dec 28, 2018 13:42:09 GMT
cool choice  |
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Post by Paul B on Dec 28, 2018 14:29:44 GMT
Are you feeling alright Ian ? An OOB build from you is a very rare occurrence , but I shall gladly tag along to see what really happens here |
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Post by Ian H. on Dec 28, 2018 15:36:58 GMT
Thanks, gents!!
LOL, Paul!!! I had a realization that maybe I should just quit torturing myself and just build and paint something.😂😂
Best wishes,
Ian
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Post by Ian H. on Jan 2, 2019 1:01:02 GMT
Well, giving credit where credit is due this HobbyBoss Tiger really is a beautiful helo kit. However, 72 scale makes me realize my eyesight is not what it used to be. I worked on the cockpit and got it assembled and the fit was very good. The instructions called out the wrong interior color, however, as photos indicated the front office and seats are black not "blue-grey" as HB says. Anyway, an enjoyable helo so far. Best wishes, Ian    |
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Post by CarlRF on Jan 2, 2019 2:43:36 GMT
Off to a good start  |
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Post by Paul B on Jan 2, 2019 11:19:02 GMT
Nice office Ian |
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Post by Marco on Jan 2, 2019 13:45:02 GMT
Great start!
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Post by Snipersmudge on Jan 2, 2019 14:47:31 GMT
Indeed great start old chap |
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Post by Boots on Jan 2, 2019 18:43:54 GMT
I wouldn`t miss out on one of your builds Ian so count me in ........great to see a whirly-bird under way for a change and looks superb thus far  |
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Post by Ian H. on Jan 5, 2019 15:36:16 GMT
I got the Tiger closed up and I must say this is really a nice kit. The panel lines are beautifully molded and no fit problems thus far. I will have just a little bit of seam work to do and then it will be ready for primer. The stub wings are actually one piece which is nice and I will probably leave the horizontal stabs off until painting. Stay tuned. Regards, Ian   |
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Post by Boots on Jan 5, 2019 17:28:57 GMT
Lovely clean building there Ian  |
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Post by SteveM on Jan 5, 2019 17:39:21 GMT
Good looking build moving along nicely, what’s not to like |
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Post by Paul B on Jan 5, 2019 18:42:51 GMT
She certainly looks darned fine |
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Post by Snipersmudge on Jan 5, 2019 18:51:57 GMT
Yes that does look rather nice |
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Post by CarlRF on Jan 5, 2019 19:04:00 GMT
That does look to be a good fit |
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Post by JEFF on Jan 6, 2019 15:49:34 GMT
A little late but I'm in. That is a nice looking kit, Ian.
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Post by Ian H. on Jan 22, 2019 0:11:09 GMT
I applied the primer to the Tiger fuselage and some of the sub-assemblies. The panel lines and rivet detail on the kit are really nice and no fit issues have been encountered. There are a few spots I have to tidy up and then it will be ready for some French tri-color camo. Best wishes, Ian  |
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