Airfix 1/24 Spitfire Mk VIII.

[Paul67]

I thought it would be time for me to break out this kit and try to get it done in time for a club meeting that I attend once a month. This is one of the best Airfix kits that I have attempted to build.
I find that so far, the fit to be exceptional. It is definitely a kit that is worthy of a builder with more experience than I have, or better at attention to detail.

The only seam that I found was right on the nose. the rest closed up tightly enough as to not have a seam. Having seen Edbert's Kotare kit and the cockpit made me show this. Everything except the ip and the seat belts are OOB.

 

[Belugawrx]

1:24 scale !!!?
I'll be watchin'

 

[Jakko]

Airfix has a fair range of 1:24 scale aircraft kits, some dating back to the 1970s IIRC.

 

[Edbert]

That harness looks amazing, who makes it?

Airfix has a fair range of 1:24 scale aircraft kits, some dating back to the 1970s IIRC.

I had the Mustang one, think I built it around 1989-1991. The markings in that kit were for the now deceased "Big Beautiful Doll" which is sort of a legendary paint scheme that frequented airshows and calendars for many years.

 

[airdave]

From what I understand, the "new" 1/24 Spitfire has undergone extensive reworking from the original model.
I have the 1/24 Hurricane, which appears to be the exact same model as the 1970s version, and will be a challenge for me*.

*I already see issues with the fuselage assembly. (some twist, excessive flash and cleanup, and the front engine framework poorly molded.)
It's a good thing I will be permanently fitting the engine panels!

Nice work on the Spit so far.

 

[VegasAWACER13]

That's awesome! Would love to tackle that kit someday.