Pete's Airfix 1\350 HMS ILLUSTRIOUS

[peterairfix]

I have had this kit in my pile for a while,and I know there are a few that have been done so this is my take on it.


It also coincides with the airfix year book which happens to be doing a build on it so I will be using it as a guide


Here are the first pics of the hanger deck I have chosen to have one lift down and one halfway up

[Guest]

Will be watching this Peter.

[peterairfix]

It's taken almost three go's at finishing the decels on the flight deck but i am pleased with the out come,I have just have to seal them off with some matt clear varnish

[Guest]

Nice work on the decals.

[Guest]

This and the Porche at the same time? At least you are unlikely to mix up the parts...... Must have a go at one of these one day.

[peterairfix]

This and the Porche at the same time? At least you are unlikely to mix up the parts...... Must have a go at one of these one day.

This one gets done in between builds a bit at a time so it will be a long build

[papa 695]

Nice work Peter.


This reminds me I must get back to mine.

[Guest]

I hope it's not too long between ,this look's a nice build

[peterairfix]

I just found this on the bottom of my pile I had forgotten all about it but here's what's been done.


The eight side bays have been finished off and the inflatables have been put on.


But I had a little disaster with the decals they went belly up when I put the matt coat on but i will put some aircraft on those spots so it won't show.


Here's the pics

[peterairfix]

Here is the state of play before I rest this on for this year the top two sides went together without too much fuss there was some warping but not to much and I have made a start on the upper section

[Peej]

Coming together nicely Peter.

[flyjoe180]

Looks good Peter

[Guest]

This is going to be a great model. I will watching your topic!

[rickoshea52]

I saw a gift set version of this kit in a local charity shop today for £50, it looks good.

[Guest]

you forgot the victory as well , how do you do it