If you’re not having fun, you’re doing it wrong.
The decals are on the big-nosed Spitfire. I used Xtradecal’s Supermarine Spitfire Mk. XIV/XVIII Part 2 (X48-130), and they are some great, great decals. In fact, I’ve never been disappointed with any decals from Xtradecals.
Next step will be some weathering.
And if I haven’t already said it, this is a great kit. While it receives a lot of criticism for its shape- much of it deserved- it is a very enjoyable build. No headaches whatsoever.
Looks really pretty Jon. What’s the issue with the kit? It certainly looks like a Spitfire!
In profile, the fuselage is a bit deep, a but to sharp along the spine, and the nose is just a bit off. It’s not awful if you’re a rivet estimator. It’s too much for a rivet counter, in most cases. It IS a great build though, and no one will mistake it for an aardvark or a can of asparagus.
Thanks for the info Jon – It certainly looks the part!
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