AIRFIX 1/72 ENGLISH ELECTRIC LIGHTNING F2A FULL BUILD VIDEO

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  • čas přidán 24. 07. 2024
  • PATREON: - www.patreon.com/user?u=18274359
    Hello guys how are you?
    This is my FULL VIDEO BUILD of the 1/72 Airfix ENGLISH ELECTRIC LIGHTNING.
    I just needed a small build to relax a bit and even finish the remaining black glossy and silver metallic paints in excess i had here from the Airfix 1/8 Spitfire MK XIV, build.
    So i was going through my boxes and stash and found this one, it made me smile and i opened that box! Hope you guys enjoy it!
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Komentáře • 84

  • @AlexModeling
    @AlexModeling  Před 5 lety +9

    PLEASE NOTE: Abou this vídeo i have a 'Erratum".... My next vídeo Will remove the "mistake" i made. Thank you!

  • @stevehuggett2098
    @stevehuggett2098 Před 10 měsíci +1

    That model wears the 74 Sqdn crest, the Flying Tigers.
    Mine was 11 Sqdn, Binbrook, and 29 Sqdn Conningsby. We all did the same job, and all I have left now are my memories, but those were great days....great days, and great people.
    I so miss my youth.

  • @normansmith8184
    @normansmith8184 Před 2 lety +3

    One of the first kits I ever bought as a kid. At age 69 years and just learning again I now have a 1/72 by Sword, a very nice kit. Alex your attention to detail has re-ignited my modelling ambition. Certainly makes me smile.

  • @AiraghardtProductions
    @AiraghardtProductions Před 5 lety +3

    My dad was in the cadets back in 1972, and on a summer camp he was chosen to go to an airbase where these Lightnings were stationed (of course, not the exact one Alex built but same blue - silver scheme), and he got to see them scrambled. Even has the really old picture of him standing in front of one. Really nice job Alex, your models are the best out there.

    • @AlexModeling
      @AlexModeling  Před 5 lety

      Great story! Thank you for sharing it here with us!

  • @TheBerteh
    @TheBerteh Před 5 lety +10

    One of the most beautiful jets ever to have flown. Nice build

  • @mickd6942
    @mickd6942 Před 5 lety +7

    Old guy that recently passed away at an oap home my missis visits used to fly these RIP Bryan.

    • @AlexModeling
      @AlexModeling  Před 5 lety +1

      RIP. And thank you for your service Bryan!

    • @bugler75
      @bugler75 Před 5 lety +1

      Rest In Peace Bryan

  • @simonyip5978
    @simonyip5978 Před rokem +1

    The quality of airfix kits is much better than it used to be.

  • @Lambonights
    @Lambonights Před 2 měsíci

    Stunning job Alex. You really brought out the character of this amazing Cold War aircraft!

  • @johnk7134
    @johnk7134 Před 5 lety +2

    Alex since we all learning, in your next build try to use the airbrush with less "spattering". This means that the mixture is thick compared to the pressure and because we want the pressure around 1-1.5 psi, you have to thin the paint more. Keep up modeling!

  • @robbo1068
    @robbo1068 Před 5 lety +1

    An enjoyable build, Alex.....you make watching your work so easy, especially your tips and techniques used during the commentary. Agree with your sentiments re spray from cans for some aspects of the build....they make the work so much easier and you don't have to clean the airbrush! One small oversight in so many videos you present.....no issue at all 😁. Thanks for sharing.

  • @joebloggs5510
    @joebloggs5510 Před 4 lety +4

    A magnificent example of the modeler's craft. The British were the only ones I believe to have ever used this configuration of one jet engine above another, I don't think even they ever used it again.
    I actually wonder why? The aircraft was effective, not to mention beautiful.
    I missed out on seeing you fill in and sand the wings leading edges. Very interested in seeing your technique for this.

  • @jurgenerikalex-hiron5167
    @jurgenerikalex-hiron5167 Před 5 lety +7

    Love the Lightning. Extraordinary and noisy

  • @travisroe9542
    @travisroe9542 Před 5 lety +1

    Once again beautiful and amazing work. Learn something every time I watch your videos.

  • @johnmarley6695
    @johnmarley6695 Před 3 lety +1

    That’s really nice. I’m about to start the exact same kit. If I can get mine looking anything like yours, I’ll be very happy. Well done, Alex.

  • @fubarmodelyard1392
    @fubarmodelyard1392 Před 5 lety +2

    Excellent job staining the aluminum. Great work overall

  • @harrymarwick2529
    @harrymarwick2529 Před 5 lety +2

    Great build Alex
    Makes me want to go out and buy one myself

  • @MottysMilitaryModels
    @MottysMilitaryModels Před 5 lety +1

    Great work matey . These are always great little mojo boosters. I hope you and your family are well

  • @TOJIAB1
    @TOJIAB1 Před 5 lety +1

    Great build and paintjob, as usual !!!

  • @ronaldhodgson5301
    @ronaldhodgson5301 Před rokem +1

    Looks superb, you just got the Port side vertical fin red/white/blue out of position, otherwise spot on.

  • @karljones9357
    @karljones9357 Před 2 lety +1

    Alex, I really enjoy watching your videos. You inspire me to become a better modeller. Thank you.

    • @AlexModeling
      @AlexModeling  Před 2 lety

      Thank YOU for motivating me, to make better videos and, sometimes,🙂 better models! Cheers!

  • @tonycooper6499
    @tonycooper6499 Před 5 lety +1

    Great build, thanks for the video and tips

  • @stevejohnson4069
    @stevejohnson4069 Před 2 měsíci

    Beautiful video and the finished model is brilliant I’ve liked and subscribed and look forward to watching your other videos 👍

  • @tonerotonero1375
    @tonerotonero1375 Před 5 lety +4

    Very nice. I love these cold war birds, Congratulations.

    • @tonerotonero1375
      @tonerotonero1375 Před 5 lety +1

      As for the lightning, I only built the MATCHBOX one, a while ago in the early 80's! The evolution in the quality of the kits is amazing.

  • @Michael.Talbot
    @Michael.Talbot Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful plane its like an arrow

  • @manuelramoshernandez1586
    @manuelramoshernandez1586 Před 5 lety +1

    Alex, no es magnifico, «««ES SUBLIME,»»» CONGRATULATIONS, super precioso , eres el mejor👍👏👏👏👏👏 ❤ Manuel de Murcia, Spain.

  • @ArmourEmpire
    @ArmourEmpire Před 5 lety +2

    Cool metal finish Alex. Nice build mate

  • @valborchardt3596
    @valborchardt3596 Před 5 lety +2

    Awesome as usual Alex, thank you

  • @marianmm7034
    @marianmm7034 Před 5 lety +2

    Alex your dude! Beautiful work, superb!!!

  • @f-4bphantom591
    @f-4bphantom591 Před 5 lety +1

    Awesome what a beautiful aircraft and build. Always a pleasure seeing your work and talent. Till the next take care and have a great weekend my friend

  • @angelreading5098
    @angelreading5098 Před 5 lety

    Beautiful model sir,a nicely presented build too.

  • @josefcosta2686
    @josefcosta2686 Před 5 lety +1

    Mais um grande trabalho parabéns!!!!

  • @fidinboca
    @fidinboca Před 5 lety +2

    Magnifico !!!

  • @aragont33
    @aragont33 Před 4 lety +1

    Merci , magnifique .

  • @LorenzoJalbert
    @LorenzoJalbert Před 5 lety +1

    Nice work! 😊👍

  • @cornelisvandervelden9123
    @cornelisvandervelden9123 Před 5 lety +4

    Hi Alex, a beautiful build of an iconic British Aircraft. I have to make a small comment however. The pylons for the air-to-air missiles on your model are mounted downward which, in the frontal view, makes them sitting below the fuselage of the aircraft. This is definitely not right. The pylons should be mounted 90 degrees on the fuselage so that the rockets are next to the fuselage in the frontal view.Maybe the Airfix instructions are incorrect or whatever. I think it's possible to correct this little mistake. But for the rest a beautiful build.

    • @AlexModeling
      @AlexModeling  Před 5 lety +2

      Yes it was my mistake unfortunatly... Wont happend again. But thank you for your comment and correction. It is this way that Ivan grow up as a modeler

  • @jeremylister89
    @jeremylister89 Před 5 lety

    Outstanding.
    Only thing I noted was that the black (and maybe silver) coat went on in heavy droplets (spitting?) creating an orange peel effect. Well disguised by weathering though 9.8/10

  • @BasicModelling
    @BasicModelling Před 5 lety +2

    Beautiful model.... :) I have tywo of thse kits, different versions, but I'm not sure when I'll get round to building them.. Having seen this video is somewhat encouraging though! It looks stunning! :)

    • @AlexModeling
      @AlexModeling  Před 5 lety

      You Will have fun on it! Thank you for being here Rob!

  • @christofullrich5733
    @christofullrich5733 Před 5 lety

    Sehr tolles Modell

  • @freddiemac1438
    @freddiemac1438 Před 3 lety +1

    Great vid thank you!

  • @GustavG10
    @GustavG10 Před 5 lety +1

    Nice build,but the missile pylons are not correctly placed. They do not hang down at an angle but stick out horizontally.

  • @RaduB.
    @RaduB. Před 5 lety +2

    Hi!
    This lady looks dangerous! 🙂
    But I do have a soft spot for EE Lightnings...

  • @hevendor958
    @hevendor958 Před 5 lety +2

    Great video

  • @user-zo1cg6qr7r
    @user-zo1cg6qr7r Před 3 lety

    Очень хорошо получилась модель.Не правильно привлечены пилоны для ракет.

  • @JV-kg1dm
    @JV-kg1dm Před 5 lety

    Nice work looks verry good like it

  • @JJModelMaking
    @JJModelMaking Před 5 lety

    Wow Alex, you are like lightning, how did you find the time to build this so quickly after the Spitfire!? Great work though!

  • @duckman5642
    @duckman5642 Před 5 lety

    Art, cheers.

  • @stamps45
    @stamps45 Před 5 lety

    nice job

  •  Před 5 lety +2

    very beautiful aircraft Alex ;)

  • @georgebarnes795
    @georgebarnes795 Před 5 lety +2

    As always Alex supberb 👌

  • @sgt_wills5742
    @sgt_wills5742 Před 5 lety +2

    Looks God! Cann you show in a Video you First model do you have ever made?

    • @AlexModeling
      @AlexModeling  Před 5 lety

      I don t have it. But can build again another One i vê built before and do a before and after

    • @sgt_wills5742
      @sgt_wills5742 Před 5 lety

      AlexModeling That'd be pretty interesting.

  • @leefitz194
    @leefitz194 Před 11 měsíci

    What psi do you spray at please?

  • @chrisparkinson1351
    @chrisparkinson1351 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Alex pardon my ignorance but why did you paint the model black before the final aluminium colour.
    Regards Chris

    • @AlexModeling
      @AlexModeling  Před 10 měsíci

      The black is a glossy black and with the aluminium color it helps to have later more shine... the surface is smoother and helps the Aluminium tô "pop up" a bit 😊👍 at leats in my humble opinion

  • @angelreading5098
    @angelreading5098 Před 5 lety

    Which airbrush would anyone recommend to purchase ?

  • @veniltonfranzini3496
    @veniltonfranzini3496 Před 5 lety +2

    Olá amigo, no lugar dessa Mr. Dissolved Putty costumo usar Mr. Surface da mesma Mr. Hobby

    • @AlexModeling
      @AlexModeling  Před 5 lety

      Sim. Tem o 500 o 1000 e o 1200. Uso todos. Abraço

  • @pedroalbicastrense353
    @pedroalbicastrense353 Před 4 lety +1

    Ola ,adorei teu vidéo como sempre tems muito talento no intento como a airfix pode sair um kit com um gap assim na frente ?? Vergonha pa . Diz me la qual putty tu usas e melhor para ti . Ps nao gosto do vallejo . Saudaçoes de um habitante de Castelo branco ;)

    • @AlexModeling
      @AlexModeling  Před 4 lety +1

      Olá bom dia Pedro. Uso diversos tipos de putty mas o banco e cinzento da Tamyia são muito bons mesmo.. forte abraço

    • @pedroalbicastrense353
      @pedroalbicastrense353 Před 4 lety

      @@AlexModeling ok muito obrigado a ti e forçage teu site e realmente do topo tens muito talento

  • @user-sc6pk6ef2l
    @user-sc6pk6ef2l Před 5 lety

    👍👍👍

  • @DrewsModels
    @DrewsModels Před 5 lety +1

    What kind of airbrush are you using, Alex?

  • @jeffharper9703
    @jeffharper9703 Před 5 lety +2

    @SHOEGGLACHT-PHOEBREHL
    Electric Lightning tae the air, Dr. Spinalzo could nae have done better ! ! ! 👍👍👍👍👍

  • @loekvanhijningen3757
    @loekvanhijningen3757 Před 5 lety

    this is not 1/72., but 1/48 I presume…?

    • @AlexModeling
      @AlexModeling  Před 5 lety

      No. Its 1/72. On the begining of the vídeo i show the box...

    • @AlexModeling
      @AlexModeling  Před 5 lety

      And... Have you noticed the base of the plane is from Airfix? A 1/72 base?