Here are a couple pics to let you know what will be next on my bench.
This was a “Special Edition” 1/48 B-26, as noted on the box.
And here’s what’s “special” about it:
The resin bits.
One resin piece for the turret was missing (and no longer available from RM), so I’ll have to scratch it. Some of the thinner parts of the resin got broken, but will be easy enough to fix. And, in case you’re wondering, I won’t be rescribing it or chipping the paint.
This looks to be a fun project, and a real change from the two little fighters that I just built.
Hope you got a fresh tube of putty cause you’re going to need it around those engine nacelles and tail planes. Looking forward to seeing your results on this one.
Thanks Joe, Swanny, Jeeves, dragonfly, falcon, and lerxst1031 !
Swanny - they aren’t very bad, once the surfaces are trimmed and sanded. The nacelles aren’t joined to the wing yet, but when I apply the Tenax one side at a time, there won’t be much of a gap. The cowls will take a little work, though.
falcon - I got this kit Nov. 13, '98 (I used to write the date of delivery on the kit). I don’t remember the cost, but it must have been around $20 to $25.
chukw - Eduard produces a nice little set for the 1/72 Airfix B-26 (the only 1/72 kit I have !), and canopy masks for this one. I have Squadron vacs for this kit, but I need some True Details wheels (the kit ones have diamond-shaped “fish scales” for treads).
BLAKJAK - twelve? I turned twelve in '67 (do the math). Monogram’s 1/48 bombers have some great detail, and you can’t beat the price !
