Thanks for the feedback, Samphoto, I thought about using some clear colors on the exhausts. I did that on one of the F-16s I built, and you’re right, the color adds quite a bit to the visual aesthetic. For this one? Eh. I didn’t bother.
In regards to this kit, it’s been a slog since the start. The instructions are vague and some parts are misidentified. The swing assembly for the wings and pylons if fiddly. The engraved detail is inconsistent, shallow, and flat out missing in some areas. Parts don’t fit. My intakes were severely warped and needed some serious muscle to get them aligned and installed. The fuselage sections don’t go together well. The contours don’t match up which can cause some significant alignment issues. Oh, and the canopy is too narrow. I think I heard mine crack under its masking. I won’t know until the unveiling. Um…there were other things, I’m sure, these are just the ones I remember off the top of my head. At least when it’s done, it’ll look like a F-111, and that’s good enough for me.
In addition to the -111, I’m working on the HB and Revell -E Intruders in 1/48. If you’re interested, you can see them here: O’s Intruders
When I’m done with these three, there’s a F-18 Group Build on another site that I’ve committed to. I plan on doing a legacy Hornets for that, but it won’t be until my bench is clear.
Anyway, I hope I’ve answered your questions. If there’s anything else you’re interested, please feel free to drop me a line. I appreciate you stopping by and taking an interest in my projects!
Stay tuned for more!
-O