Been wanting one of these for quite some time now, but they just never show up for reasonable price. Finally nabbed one on Evil bay for under $40. All the sprues are still sealed on it’s in perfect condition. Can’t wait to build it up. Along with my TBM, my TBF, my Dauntless, my Helldiver, my…oh, gotta get a Devistator, but you get the point.
BK
yellow wings or early 1942?
Great catch BK. That is a very good kit with recessed details.
I nabbed at one of the model shows the old Revell/Monogram TBD-1 with the histocal book and a detailed article on the attack on Pearl complete with drawings on the aircraft, ships and weapons used for the attack for $12. The book alone must be worth at least $8. It has a bunch of detailed color photographs.
Wow, what a score. There is just something about these fighter/bomber, dive bombers that I really like. I have several in my stash. Been waiting till my skills were up to snuff to build them. I’m ready.
BK
On this kit I am planning an early '42. I will attempt to locate a -1 and do a yellow wing or Pearl Harbor version from that one.
BK
Oooh, very nice Brandon. You’ve got to love anytime you add an Accurate Miniatures kit to your stash.
Brandon- My LHS had a windindicator on the shelf, I’ll have to see what/scale and brand and varient, if it’s still there. Was under $25 IIRC. Will PM if it is an early one.
“Windindicator”
I’m so glad that your item didn’t get lost like mines did. I’ll be following this thread.
Toshi
I have been wanting a -1 for quite some time now. The yellow wings and the willow green tail of USS Ranger is absolutely beautiful.
There is one on Evil bay right now, $60 + $16 shipping, that’s why I’ve waited, too much money.
BK
Old School Navy…nice grab!
From the department of fluff:
The Vindicator was primarily a scout plane with a bombing capability. They also served as the Chesapeake in the Royal Navy. Unofficial Nicknames, USN: “Vibrator”, “Wind Indicator”; Fleet Air Arm: “Cheesecake”.