**** DONE: Mk1 Spit 92 Sq BoB Group Build.

[javlin]

Kit:Tamiya
Scale:1/72
username:Javlin
builder:Kevin
Class:intermediate

Well I am getting in with the first of two builds for this BoB GB.I am starting with the very simple and easy Tamiya MK 1 Spitfire and this well be OOB all the way.I wanted something simple and working in 1/72 lends that.The main purpose is to clear out OS of models I have but to build and paint something that is pleasing to the eye.



decided I am going to build this Hase kit for fun along side this one.

[T Bolt]

Nice one Kevin! Looks like a scaled down version to the Tamiya 1/48th scale Spit Mk.I

[Airframes]

Ah Ha, another Auxilliary Air Force squadron! And my 'local' squadron at that - 'County of Chester Squadron. Nice choice.
Probably one of the most seen photos of the BoB shows the Squadron airborne over Gravesend - can't miss 'em with those over-sized code letters !!
Oops Just noticed - must have misread the title, I thought it was 610 Squadron ! If it's 601 'County of London' Squadron, as in the thread title, then there's a big problem ! The Squadron didn't get Spits, MkVs, until March 1942 - they flew Hurricanes during the BoB, coded UF.

[Wayne Little]

Better do some fast talking Kevin... or title correction?

[javlin]

If it's 601 'County of London' Squadron, as in the thread title, then there's a big problem ! The Squadron didn't get Spits, MkVs, until March 1942 - they flew Hurricanes during the BoB, coded UF.
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Terry you really need to start laying off the juice bud it's 92sq.I checked this one out Dunkirk and Biggen Hill.

[Airframes]

EH? But the thread title says 601 Squadron ! The pic of the model shows the codes for 610 Squadron (DW). So where does 92 Sqn come into it ???!!

[javlin]

For some reason Terry I cannot change the title everyone sees to 92nd .I have QJ B with #x4561 on the decal sheet.I was just not fond of the 1/2 black underwing pattern hence the reason for 601sq (millionares club) that right?Wow I see what you are saying now it is DW so I could still do it under 610sq?If that is the case 610 is the way I would like to go.

[Airframes]

Whichever you want to choose Kevin. Have a look at the 'BoB Bits Box' section covering the RAF camouflage and markings schemes, it explains the changes to the underside colours, and you'll find that the black/white had gone by the begining of the Battle, so just adjust accordingly as per the squadron you settle on - it's that simple !
When you've decided, edit the post to change the title accordingly, and include the words 'Group Build', so that admin/mods know to move it into the BoB GB, and we judges know what we're looking at !

[javlin]

Took it as far as I can on the edit Terry look at post #1.I found the "Bits" and printed for reference and good thing I did Tamiya had "B" scheme wereas it suppose to be an "A".

[vikingBerserker]

Very nice choice!

[javlin]

Thks David.I was wondering if a mod could change the title to Mk1 Spit 92Sq please.Thks

[javlin]

I have gotten the copit painted and put together in short order and the wings mounted.This is a very easy build something I needed.I am now off to sanding what seems on the bottom not much.Cheers

[Airframes]

Heck, that was quick work ! Looking good though, although the green looks rather dark for British Cockpit Grey Green.

[javlin]

It is Terry my last bottle of interior green was all dried up so it's green zinc chromate.I did p/u up some this afternoon and will use on the WWells.

[Airframes]

Ah, I understand. Bear in mind that the British Cockpit Green is totally different to US Interior green though much paler, a bit like sage green.