More progress, albiet slow. Actually lightning fast for me - might have this one done in time for expo! Don't hold your breath, but..
Fuselage assembled and primed. In a world first for me, I managed *not* to get a step between the two fuselage halves. There are a few sink holes on the fuselage that need attention, and a little work on the seams. Getting better with them
I made the command decision to remove the rivets...in hindsight, I probably should have done this first thing, but it's a lesson for the next one. I reckon this kit was a joint venture between ESCI, Airfix and Matchbox...the rivet detail is horrible and inconsistent, especially on the lower fuselage, and one of my kids fell into a panel line last night. Had to fish her out with a bit of string..
Anyhow, some pics..
The fuselage and wing. On the port wing, I've removed the rivet detail from the top surface...missed a few, so I'll have to go back and do it again. The tail was also subjected to the 1000 grit wet/dry treatment.
You can see the difference between the wings here..
I call this photo "Bloody Rivets"
"No Bloody Rivets"...well, still a few to get rid of..