Dear Nigel, “Watching some of your videos is like watching me!” That is because what you do when working with model kitsets is the way that things should be done. At RR perhaps it was called “best practice.” You exemplify this. Regards, Z
Another BIG deal in the detail is Kotare's intentional use of sink marks on the wing panels. They moulded all those internal ribs (in their correct scale location) so that you get slight and uneven surface depressions on the outside as per the real thing. Genius and mastery. I heard them talk about this in their recent interview on "The Sprue Cutters Union" podcast Episode 43.
I noticed they say in the instructions that one should read the instructions 3 times before beginning… looks like you need to read them one more time 😅 (only kidding), great ‘extra’ review, I’m as enthusiastic as you about this kit-set… amazing way to launch a new company! I wonder what they’ll do next; a Hurricane, maybe a Tempest!!! Best wishes from Rotterdam 👍🏽😘
G'day Nigel hope your doing well, I've been looking through my photo collection of Spitfire Mk Ia P9444 hanging in the Science Museum, and Spitfire Mk Ia R6915 at the IWM. I photographed both of these amazing machines in Xmas 1987 during my holiday in the UK. Kotare I would say are on top of their game with their attention to detail and colour call outs, P9444 at that time had its flaps and main gear in the down position, and in the photos the landing legs, wheel rim, and wheel bay all appear to be painted white. R6915 in a superb photo taken from above of the aircraft having its portside wing reattached ready for display, shows off the wonderful stressed detail of the wings and those small steps located on the gun bay covers something that always went unnoticed by me lol.
Wow, Nige, you sound like a man whose mojo has had a damn good kick up the arse and is reporting back for duty. You can't wait to get at it can you? I am really looking forward to this build, it will be a labour of love.
Like you said, they were war machines, the mechanics were told to do anything to keep them flying. I saw the way our vehicles were treated when I was in the Army, they were not handled with care, and any bodge was allowed to keep them working. I have always admired your passion for what you do. Keep it up. Regards, and thanks.
Hi Nige it is said that early spitfire pits were painted eu de nil, which certainly makes an interesting contrast to the usual school of thought, certainly looks better to my eye. I believe i read that in a good colour treatise from Scale Aircraft Modelling. Im talking about pre war Mk 1s
The way they've moulded the indented aluminium skin under the fastener says all you need to know about the quality of this kit and the attention to detail from Kotare. I understand that they will be releasing a two-bladed prop early Mk.I - I will definitely be pre-ordering that one.
My Kotare Spitfire should be arriving any day now, I can hardly stand the wait. To ease the tension I’ve been watching video reviews of the kit and by far yours is the best Nigel because of your attention to detail. And yes, I saw that other review - it made me sad.
Hi Nigel. Quick question. Do they have decal markings for a Duxford Spitfire during the Battle of Britain? My uncle flew with the 78th FG there and like to make a kit of every plane that was based there during WW II.
Nige… I pre ordered the full set of sanders when you mentioned premium hobby was getting them back in, that was back mid March, I have left numerous messages but have had no delivery or reply. Should I be getting concerned ? Thanks
Your comments re the dimpling etc. make me wonder about making this kit with no exterior paint? Do the interior, wheel wells, oleos, tires etc. But take extra care to assemble it so to, not ruin the surface with glue or sanding etc. Cover it with a semi-flat coat of transparent varnish or whatever. Stick it on a base with a plaque, not about the aircraft, but about the kit and it’s makers. Point out all the intricate details you walk us through in this vid. Yours to consider Nige.
The problem is that the plain grey plastic would not show the details of skin very well... Making a diorama of the aircraft in sliver once the rivets have been filled and about to be painted would be the best way to show off the aircraft skin as the silver finish provides counter shadows and highlights allowing the surface finish to bend light around the details
I suspect that had the RAF had more of these aircraft plus pilots with as much experience - especially combat experience using better formation tactics - they would have destroyed the Luftwaffe during that summer. Superb book in a superb series by the way. Agree with your assessment.
You do understand that the battle of Britain was successfully won by the British.... And that regardless of how many or what tactics were used the luftwaffa could not have been defeated that early in the war
This makes me so happy. I really didn't understand the initial bad reviews...
I like that they see these planes as mass produced imperfect warmachines instead of smooth, flawless beauty queens, it's much more realistic.
Thank you for pointing out the intricacies of the kit. I just got mine yesterday. Hoping to start building it soon.
Enjoyed that Nigel. A good example for us all of going back and having a good look again for all the details that we missed or did not appreciate
Dear Nigel,
“Watching some of your videos is like watching me!”
That is because what you do when working with model kitsets is the way that things should be done. At RR perhaps it was called “best practice.”
You exemplify this.
Regards,
Z
Another BIG deal in the detail is Kotare's intentional use of sink marks on the wing panels. They moulded all those internal ribs (in their correct scale location) so that you get slight and uneven surface depressions on the outside as per the real thing. Genius and mastery.
I heard them talk about this in their recent interview on "The Sprue Cutters Union" podcast Episode 43.
very nice
I noticed they say in the instructions that one should read the instructions 3 times before beginning… looks like you need to read them one more time 😅 (only kidding), great ‘extra’ review, I’m as enthusiastic as you about this kit-set… amazing way to launch a new company! I wonder what they’ll do next; a Hurricane, maybe a Tempest!!! Best wishes from Rotterdam 👍🏽😘
Five years ago if you had steps between your panels, you would be considered a shoddy craftsman.
G'day Nigel hope your doing well, I've been looking through my photo collection of Spitfire Mk Ia P9444 hanging in the Science Museum, and Spitfire Mk Ia R6915 at the IWM. I photographed both of these amazing machines in Xmas 1987 during my holiday in the UK. Kotare I would say are on top of their game with their attention to detail and colour call outs, P9444 at that time had its flaps and main gear in the down position, and in the photos the landing legs, wheel rim, and wheel bay all appear to be painted white. R6915 in a superb photo taken from above of the aircraft having its portside wing reattached ready for display, shows off the wonderful stressed detail of the wings and those small steps located on the gun bay covers something that always went unnoticed by me lol.
That's uncanny. My kit arrived today - and CZcams recommended your video. (And they say AI isn't listening!) :-D.
Wow, Nige, you sound like a man whose mojo has had a damn good kick up the arse and is reporting back for duty. You can't wait to get at it can you? I am really looking forward to this build, it will be a labour of love.
Like you said, they were war machines, the mechanics were told to do anything to keep them flying. I saw the way our vehicles were treated when I was in the Army, they were not handled with care, and any bodge was allowed to keep them working. I have always admired your passion for what you do. Keep it up. Regards, and thanks.
Thank you sir.
Still waiting for some to complete a build Zinzan? is close . These are exciting times
It really does look fabulous. I thought about it but as I have 4 spitfires to build already, I thought it might be overkill :)
Detail looks amazing on that. I’ve had to cancel my preorder as got a unexpected bill in and that means no kit purchase this month. Bah Humbug.
Hi Nige it is said that early spitfire pits were painted eu de nil, which certainly makes an interesting contrast to the usual school of thought, certainly looks better to my eye. I believe i read that in a good colour treatise from Scale Aircraft Modelling. Im talking about pre war Mk 1s
The way they've moulded the indented aluminium skin under the fastener says all you need to know about the quality of this kit and the attention to detail from Kotare. I understand that they will be releasing a two-bladed prop early Mk.I - I will definitely be pre-ordering that one.
Oooh yes- me too!!
Fantasic review ,im still waiting for mine to come from OZ ,Went withe Brian Lane one ,looks like eduard are doing some nice extras for it
Another great review
The book is worth 25Pounds alone .A Great kit too but pity no Rolls Royce V12 Merlin engine ?
Very nice kit
My Kotare Spitfire should be arriving any day now, I can hardly stand the wait. To ease the tension I’ve been watching video reviews of the kit and by far yours is the best Nigel because of your attention to detail. And yes, I saw that other review - it made me sad.
Premium Hobbies is out of stock, there is a pre order for the follow up kit with pilot, new parts whatever,
Colors can fade in bright light. This happen quite a bit during the war.
Hi Nigel.
Quick question. Do they have decal markings for a Duxford Spitfire during the Battle of Britain? My uncle flew with the 78th FG there and like to make a kit of every plane that was based there during WW II.
Not sure??
Nige… I pre ordered the full set of sanders when you mentioned premium hobby was getting them back in, that was back mid March, I have left numerous messages but have had no delivery or reply. Should I be getting concerned ? Thanks
If you're not in the UK Ray, he doesnt deliver.
Do you get sent these kits and books to review, or are they bought out of your own pocket?
Most are bought, some are sent for review. Why do you ask?
Just being nosey Nige! These kits must cost you a fortune to review.
Your comments re the dimpling etc. make me wonder about making this kit with no exterior paint? Do the interior, wheel wells, oleos, tires etc. But take extra care to assemble it so to, not ruin the surface with glue or sanding etc. Cover it with a semi-flat coat of transparent varnish or whatever. Stick it on a base with a plaque, not about the aircraft, but about the kit and it’s makers. Point out all the intricate details you walk us through in this vid. Yours to consider Nige.
The problem is that the plain grey plastic would not show the details of skin very well... Making a diorama of the aircraft in sliver once the rivets have been filled and about to be painted would be the best way to show off the aircraft skin as the silver finish provides counter shadows and highlights allowing the surface finish to bend light around the details
Hi , unrelated question. What year were you at rolls and which shop .
1, 4 and Rodney works. I was there on and off from 1980 to 2004.
@@NigelsModellingBench I was there 81-93 3 shop and then 1 shop in the preset /cutter grinders .
I suspect that had the RAF had more of these aircraft plus pilots with as much experience - especially combat experience using better formation tactics - they would have destroyed the Luftwaffe during that summer. Superb book in a superb series by the way. Agree with your assessment.
You do understand that the battle of Britain was successfully won by the British.... And that regardless of how many or what tactics were used the luftwaffa could not have been defeated that early in the war
But there is no F$%^&%$ engine!!!!!