The great pink Spitfire challenge

Pantherman

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The start of a duel build with fellow modeler Gary.

Thought some inspirational photos before we start would be helpful my friend.
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Read Pink Panther GIF
 
Let's call it started then. The fun begins. Pantherman
Well I managed to open the box so ready to go but apparently we have a lot of weeds that need removing URGENTLY in the front garden according to my other half !!!

I can play with my toys when I'm finished.......
How quickly can you get a divorce these days!!! Pantherman
 

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Well I managed to open the box so ready to go but apparently we have a lot of weeds that need removing URGENTLY in the front garden according to my other half !!!

I can play with my toys when I'm finished.......
How quickly can you get a divorce these days!!! Pantherman
The honey-do list is over here too. Cleaning out the garage. :p lol
I'll be sneaking off to play, maybe she won't notice.
 
The cockpit. Several fiddly PE parts.
 

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Sorry, couldn't resist the spelling error . Yes,I do have the cickpit.........Looks like I'm on catch-up tonight. Pantherman
Here's where I'm at. Some assembly done, primed and base coated. Pantherman
 

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Camera and fuselage halves
 

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I had to use sprue goo to try to fill in gaps. I hope I can pull this off.
 

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