My RAAF Spit's! (1 Viewer)

[TomNT]

My RAAF Spit's lobbed up at my door last week and to say that I'm over the moon about them would be an understatement! They are beautiful aircraft and the detail, paintwork, decals and weathering is awesome to say the least! Thanks John for making them as they have a special significance for me being that this squadron (457 squadron) was based in Darwin for a period during World War Two.

I have already posted this in another thread but this squadron operated from an airfield in Batchelor just south of Darwin from the 20th of January 1943. It wasn't uncommon for aircraft to use other airstrips during the bombing of Darwin campaign by the Japanese. The Australian military built quite a few airstrips just outside of Darwin as the main aerodrome in the town was being heavily bombed. These airstrips still exist and they are located on the Stuart Highway which is the main highway that connects Darwin to other parts of Australia. One of these airstrips is only 5 minutes drive from my house and it's possible that the real Spit's that these models represent used this airstrip during WW2.

Here are some pic's of my new acquisitions. Some day i'll do a Darwin remote airstrip dio with the Spit's as the centrepiece.

Tom

 

[TomNT]

One more pic.

Tom

 

[Obee]

Some day i'll do a Darwin remote airstrip dio with the Spit's as the centrepiece.

Tom

Tom,

thanks for showing us the 2 Spitfires, side by side, and I will be looking forward to seeing your proposed diorama next year.

Thanks for also providing a 'potted history' of the RAAF airfields close to you,
they were most important for the defence of our country in that time,

and MOST appropriate to REMEMBER them,

on this REMEMBERANCE DAY.

LEST WE FORGET

 

[villagehorse]

Can see why these represent such interest to you Tom. To think history was on your doorstep, you of all people realise the importance and you are attempting to replicate as best you can, I know I would. Really nice that John is honouring this era with these wonderful planes and supporting figures. We are very lucky here in Australia. Robin.

 

[Fitzgibbon]

Can see why these represent such interest to you Tom. To think history was on your doorstep, you of all people realise the importance and you are attempting to replicate as best you can, I know I would. Really nice that John is honouring this era with these wonderful planes and supporting figures. We are very lucky here in Australia. Robin.

Couldn't have said it better- nice pick up Tom

 

[ivanmoe]

Real beauties, Tom. Glad JJ didn’t forget about you gentlemen when turning out quality subjects.^&cool

-Moe

 

[TomNT]

Tom,

thanks for showing us the 2 Spitfires, side by side, and I will be looking forward to seeing your proposed diorama next year.

Thanks for also providing a 'potted history' of the RAAF airfields close to you,
they were most important for the defence of our country in that time,

and MOST appropriate to REMEMBER them,

on this REMEMBERANCE DAY.

LEST WE FORGET

Can see why these represent such interest to you Tom. To think history was on your doorstep, you of all people realise the importance and you are attempting to replicate as best you can, I know I would. Really nice that John is honouring this era with these wonderful planes and supporting figures. We are very lucky here in Australia. Robin.

Couldn't have said it better- nice pick up Tom

Real beauties, Tom. Glad JJ didn’t forget about you gentlemen when turning out quality subjects.^&cool

-Moe

Thanks fellas for the comments and also thanks to the people that provided a like. These are my first ever birds and I still can't get over how good they look.

Tom

 

[Desertkiwi]

One more pic.

Tom

Wow Tom, they look great together mate, what a score!!^&grin

 

[Terp152]

I like it. Like it a lot. :salute:: Chris

 

[cks1]

Are my eyes deceiving my or can I see the same victory tally markings (and command pennant) on both aircraft.

I know that Bobby Gibbes RG o V definitely had this tally, I’ve never seen a photo of ZP o Y with a tally like this?

Never the less they look like fine models, I hope to pick one up soon.

Cheers CKS1.

 

[TomNT]

Wow Tom, they look great together mate, what a score!!^&grin

Thanks mate, they look even better in person

I like it. Like it a lot. :salute:: Chris

You'll have to get one Chris!

Are my eyes deceiving my or can I see the same victory tally markings (and command pennant) on both aircraft.

I know that Bobby Gibbes RG o V definitely had this tally, I’ve never seen a photo of ZP o Y with a tally like this?

Never the less they look like fine models, I hope to pick one up soon.

Cheers CKS1.

No, your eyes aren't deceiving you, they both have the same tally markings. I guess if there's any criticism that might be it. I'm not to fussed though and can live with that minor error.

Tom

 

[sammy719]

Thomas!!!!! great looking planes!!!!! your on a roll those days with some great adds to your collection.

 

[TomNT]

Thomas!!!!! great looking planes!!!!! your on a roll those days with some great adds to your collection.

Thanks Sam, these Spit's are without a doubt up there as the best items in my collection.

Tom

 

[cks1]

Thanks mate, they look even better in person



You'll have to get one Chris!



No, your eyes aren't deceiving you, they both have the same tally markings. I guess if there's any criticism that might be it. I'm not to fussed though and can live with that minor error.

Tom

Thanks Tom, it won't bother me either I'll be getting one.

Cheers CKS1

 

[wwiibuff]

Thanks fellas for the comments and also thanks to the people that provided a like. These are my first ever birds and I still can't get over how good they look.

Tom

Those look terrific Tom. So cool about the local history for you and these aircraft/airstrips.

Mate, if these are your first birds, I'm sure you'll be hooked and they won't be your last!

 

[TomNT]

Those look terrific Tom. So cool about the local history for you and these aircraft/airstrips.

Mate, if these are your first birds, I'm sure you'll be hooked and they won't be your last!

Cheers Duke and i'll have to put some serious restraints on myself to not buy anymore birds as your right, I'm pretty well much hooked mate!

Tom