1/48 Airfix Lightning F.3

by Alasdair Ewen

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Pretty standard, but nonetheless impressive 1/48 English Electric Lightning F.3, in 111Sqn markings from the Airfix stable. Built straight OOB, with only a set of harnesses added to the ejection seat, this kit has sat half-built and forlorn for the last 18 months, until last week, when I dug it out, found all the bits, and decided to crack on....Paint is by Halfords (Nissan Silver and Satin Black and Clear Laquer), decals are OOB Airfix, and the only extra added was a set of harnesses for the bang-seat.

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I've finally decided that picking over the finer details on every model was killing my enthusiasm for the hobby. Sure, certain kits will get the bling-bling, but for the most part, I'm going to be an OOB man, and accept those imperfections with a whimsical smile!
Enjoy your modelling,

Alasdair

Photos and text © by Alasdair Ewen