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You mean these right?
They look great😀

By Belugawhaleman · 9 hours ago9 hr
1:72 Italeri F4U-5NL Argentine Navy

hi !
thanks for sharing ! two things pop up on the first picture!
one of the ailerons are painted Sea blue ( probably replacement part) and the paint chipping on the tip of the propeller !

By Ricardo Veríssimo · 11 hours ago11 hr
1:72 ICM sikorsky CH-54A Tarhe - Review and Build !

ICM 1:72 CH-54A Tarhe
Ref:72001

ICM continues its relentless pace of new releases and modelling innovations.
Following the Hampden, which turned out considerably better than the modeller's abilities, I now present a new challenge, this time a double one: a helicopter and in 1:72 scale.
The subject is not new within the ICM universe, nor is the aircraft itself. Previously released in various scales and themes, the CH-54 Tarhe has now been reinvented in the gentlemen's scale of 1:72.
This initial release depicts the early versions of this true flying crane, first brought into service during the Vietnam conflict throughout the 1960s and 1970s.
It became renowned for its extraordinary heavy-lift capability, being able to carry external loads in excess of 9 tonnes, including artillery pieces, vehicles, aircraft, downed helicopters, and engineering equipment.
There was also the option of fitting a pod capable of transporting troops or being used for medical evacuation duties.
Its distinctive "flying crane" configuration allowed for the rapid recovery of damaged aircraft in combat zones and the movement of heavy loads into areas inaccessible by road, making it one of the most valuable logistical helicopters of the conflict.
This kit allows the modeller to represent an early version of the aircraft, with the option of fitting or omitting the engine air intake filters.
So, what do we find inside the box?
The kit consists of:
5 sprues in grey plastic (typical of ICM)
1 sprue containing the clear parts
1 decal sheet
1 A4 instruction booklet
4 options of decorations

At first glance, the level of detail is entirely in keeping with all recent ICM releases.
The parts feature fine, scale-appropriate detail and offer straightforward construction with minimal complexity.

The components that make up the fuselage structure feature subtle, raised rivet detail, realistically sized and perfectly suited to the scale.

Two complete engines are provided, which will require careful attention during both painting and installation.
The support framework and cargo lifting winch are rendered with a sophisticated and modern level of detail.
The fuselage surfaces display the level of quality made possible by modern moulding technology, even in smaller scales (if this model can really be considered small! :D).
Components such as the engines, which remain exposed on the completed model, are particularly well represented and deserve a paint finish to match the quality of the moulding. One of the few configuration options provided by the kit is found here, as it allows the model to be displayed with or without the turbine intake filters.
The entire fuselage features raised rivet detail, convincingly replicating the structure of the real aircraft while remaining appropriate to scale.
The clear parts are on par with other ICM offerings, free from distortion or scratches. A particularly welcome feature is the presence of well-defined framing lines separating the transparent sections from the surrounding framework, which greatly assists during the masking process.

As the instructions and decals , the same formula has been followed . the instructions in A4 format as a booklet, with clear and straightforward drawings.

the decals present nice and well define details and the colours are accordingly.
i do think that the decals for the instrument panels and control columns could benefit with more detail.

ICM also provides, at the end of the instruction booklet, a complete masking guide for all transparent surfaces.
Following my most recent build, my levels of curiosity and enthusiasm for this project are high, so let's move on to the second part:

The fun part! Build and tell
As any construction of these models, the cockpit and all associated parts are the first to build.

The parts and bits they all fit together without any problem.
In a question of minutes, they are ready to paint
The instrument panel was painted in sky grey, followed by a coat of gloss varnish.
Next the decal with the instrument panel was applied and pressed into place with a tip of a cotton bud. In the end a coat of flat varnish sealed the decal. And the result is quite convincing and in scale.

All cockpit interior panel (XF-19), with exception of the floor were painted mate black, all from the tamiya acrylic range.
the seats cushions were painted with vallejo green with washes of darker and lighter tones of the base colour.

By Ricardo Veríssimo · 12 hours ago12 hr
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Big Hurricane from Trumpet is actually a really nice kit. I would definitely get the Barracuda resin wheels.
Barracuda Studios
BR-24425 Hawker Hurricane 4 Slot Mainwheels - 1/24
This set contains a pair of resin cast accurate mainwheels, featuring fine tire beading, readable tire data, and a super detailed wheel hubs with separate uplock lugs. Designed to replace the rubber t

By Martinnfb · 13 hours ago13 hr
Revell 1/144 Flower class Corvette

Unfortunately i looked at several others assembling these parts on you tube today and they have no problem at all which makes me realise the problem is me. they do however show these minute pieces of PE fitting into slots in the base but on mine the slots are not big enough for some reason. Even squashing the tang on the parts with smooth pliers i cant get the tangs anywhere near into the slots. I think this will have to move away from an accurate model of a Flower class Corvette to a generic escort ship and i will have to provide ammo in a rack or make some other means of storage. the Fence round the gun platform is also causing me problems as its just flat PE posts strung with rope or in this case it will have to be a very fine black fishing line , maybe 2lb breaking strain. I think i might try and remake the posts in brass rod to give them rigidity as you can imagine a little thin strip of PE has zero integrity and even less surface to apply glue . I honestly think i could bend it by blowing on it let alone hanging a thread on it 😂

By Paddy · 19 hours ago19 hr

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