Airfix New tool 1/72 Vulcan build. Part Two.. painting the cockpit

In this video we get the cockpit painted, decals on and get the front fuselage together. If you would like to contribute to the channel.. please look here.. / nigelsmodellingbench

[@sambuka57]

There used to be a Vulcan Bomber (XL 391} parked at Blackpool Airport in the 90's that you could go and take a look inside and sit in pilots seat etc. Was one of my sons favorite things to go and see. Not sure how the crew got in with their gear on as there wasn't much room in there at all. It was a long drop off that ladder to the runway though. One thing that used to make me laugh was a sign as you entered that said "Dont touch any switches or leavers or you could be at the Tower in 20 seconds" Used scare my lad by fiddlling with them...Good video again Nige thanks.

[@petergreenfield4383]

Mate, I have had a hard lockdown and you are an inspiration.. Back in the hobby after 30 years and it is a brave new world....and you are the best teacher I have found, bar none!!! Stay happy bruv, because you make others happy!!!

[@NigelsModellingBench]

That is awesome! Thank you.

[@rafaeleclectic]

Even the cockpit won't be seen, it is a good practice for airbrushing and hand painting "complicated" areas on for any other model so it worth it to make as you've shown. Thanks!

[@phillipsiviter2024]

Late to this party but superb job Nigel,looking forward to part 3.

[@allensjoquist1924]

Hi Nigel great build so far, no real fit issues detected. Just a bit of personal history here. I was stationed at RAF Alconbury in the 1960’s , I think it was 1967, and we had a Vulcan land at the base and I was one of a few that got to go up in the plane for a few circuits around the area near the base. Unfortunately I wasn’t allowed to take any pictures of my ride but it was quite a thrill for me. Sadly the base is no longer in use by the US Air Force, but I throughly enjoyed my time there. Happy to see the return of your mojo all your video’s are a joy to watch. In regards to IPhone storage you might want to consider downloading Google Photos. It’s free and you get about 15 Gigs of free storage on Googles cloud for photos and video. I’ve been using it for years and have never had any issues with it. Might want to check it out as that way you can delete photos and vidoes from your phone to save space. Take care and cheers. Sad to see England lost the Euro2020, but there is always next year.

[@davidhinkson8856]

The detail painting has really made the world of difference here - it's a pity you won't be able to see much of it when it's finished, but it's looking really sharp and impressive.

[@darylsuess8990]

I'm digging this build Nigel, looks like Airfix did a great job on the Vulcan. Nice to see you enthusiastic about a build again! Cheers!

[@diogenes34]

You are always giving us great tips as you build the model thanks.👍👍👍👏

[@toboldlygosmodelworks1973]

Forget Sharpies Nige, you need the fine Posca Pens.

[@crazylocha2515]

Like how that contrast brings out that cockpit. Well done. Great tip on the coloring around the windscreen. 👍

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@ianthomson9363]

It's looking good! The black outline on the transparent part is something I must remember, so thanks for that. There's a lot less visible inside the cockpit than I expected, so leaving the canopy unattached doesn't really show a lot. Everyone I know who has an iphone constantly moans about it being full. I'm glad I've got an Android!

[@timorvet1]

Your not wrong mate.

[@nickbrough8335]

The iPhone 6s is pretty much the next model for obsolete status after coming up to 6 years since launch. The minimum spec Apple sell today is 64GB memory, but no one who keeps the pjhone for several years should really buy less than 128GB version (256GB really).

[@tonyperez4791]

Great update , Nigel ! Hope you have a great/safe week. Cheers, Tony

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Thanks, you too!

[@TheWGLOVER]

Great stuff. Gives me confidence doing my build just behind you.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Glad to hear it!

[@stevenwheaton874]

I'm very much enjoying this build. Love the tips you're showing me, this is definitely giving me new insights into model building.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Awesome, thank you!

[@alexstokoe2542]

Cheers Nigel, I'm still new-ish to the hobby and still learning. From a building point of view, your patient and methodical approach has taught me a lot. Appreciate you helping me to improve. Just started an ICM 1:48 Spitfire VIII, I think this video is going to improve my fuselage-joining and hopefully reduce the amount of filling I need to do [always the least fun part of the build for me].

[@guypenrose5477]

Great to see your mojo is on the way back !

[@nickbrough8335]

Looks great. Looking forward to part 3 now.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@robertjensen1438]

Just a comment for the algorithm

[@Axl_Pose]

I'm going to have to order this one now, aren't I? Airfix also have the Valiant coming out soon.

[@raymondmoore8320]

Looking very nice,enjoyed the video.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Thanks 👍

[@DavidG62]

Thanks again. Looking good so far

[@NigelsModellingBench]

You bet

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Nice update Nigel.............👍🙂

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Thanks 👍

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

@@NigelsModellingBench 👍

[@joffreyiii4024]

Looks good Nigel thanks for the upload, don't let the phone rule your life but hop on the bike to your local store and get a decent camera, stop on the way for a pint, cheer mate :-)

[@timorvet1]

Fun fact, the bomb aimers position and window on the B.2 was a legacy carried on from the B.1, which still required the traditional viewpoint of the prone bomber aimer. On the B.2 this area was never kitted out but remained as a reminder of days gone by.

[@nickbrough8335]

If the RAF had ever modernised the Vulcan, it would be a natural place to put a laser designator and probably a low light or FLIR unit.

[@donarnold569]

Looking good so far. The only advice I can give you from being a modeler for 30+ years, is don't get stuck in the weeds.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Ok thanks!

[@pilarmorin4405]

Nigel... A log of gate guards, museum aircraft are not true, to their actual identity in real use... Decal sheets are much more accurate to a particular aircrafts at a particular time period... At least in the U.S, you Brits are little better in the displaying end. That be said, another fine job! Thank you sir.

[@crazylocha2515]

Also, new camera review when? 📷? 📷? 📷?

[@Andy.Gledhill.Models.]

The ladder step bottoms should be black too. You will see it from underneath through the hatch.

[@philski24]

Welp Im sold... just ordered one. As if I need another big airplane to build lol

[@Mauscmkwk]

You should do a build series on that 1/72nd scale an 225

[@HotelPapa100]

On the color choices: I am aware that not a lot will be visible anyway once the canopy is on, but what are your thoughts on "scale lighting" the black to not get quite as much of a "coal hole" impression of the cockpit?

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Good idea. I think the seats will stand out nicely through the glazing with the black background.

[@markburgess4528]

First only been up for 18 seconds lol.

[@olivercooney6645]

Does anyone know when Mr hobby Mr surfacer & the micro sol & set came on the market

[@TJRohyans]

I really like your glue jar caddy's, especially the one you use for your Micro-Set and Sol. Where do you get those?

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Premium Hobbies. They dont ship to USA/Canada though.

[@TJRohyans]

@@NigelsModellingBench - Bummer! I'll look at some of the online suppliers here in the States to see if I can find something similar then.

[@crazysoxcourier]

looking good Nigel mate! think i'm going to have to get me one this week, just one question...can we get a closer look at the after market decals and is there the ones for the falklands? "operation black buck"

[@NigelsModellingBench]

No, that kit will come later.

[@crazysoxcourier]

@@NigelsModellingBench class i'll hold on for that one then!

[@NigelsModellingBench]

@@crazysoxcourier yeah, good idea. The kit has the correct exhausts and fin cap but no pylons, ecm pods or decals for it. There are blind holes in the lower wings so they’re obviously planning something with pylons?

[@ninus17]

proxxon also makes a sander like the david, but for like half the price, its still not cheap but it is cheaper

[@NigelsModellingBench]

It's not half the price when you add the required mains adapter, but it is still cheaper.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

@@ninus17 ????

[@ninus17]

@@NigelsModellingBench yeah just forget last. Upon reading it again it made no sense at all

[@NigelsModellingBench]

@@ninus17 that wasn't why i put question marks.. I agree with you, why would the David be more than a Proxxon??

[@ninus17]

@@NigelsModellingBench the only thing i Can Think of is either better quality of the components or maby because it doesn’t need the extra converter ?

[@johntreloar8203]

Seriously, phones are more trouble than they are worth...

[@slottekninker]

How is it there titanic 🤔

[@NigelsModellingBench]

In a box..

[@andrewdeboer7435]

If you want to maintain your inertia on this build, do yourself a favor and resist digressions like this whole business with sanding in the ladder well, or putting a wash on the seats and painting fire extinguishers that will *never be seen*.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Why would I leave a pin mark in a visible area and not paint parts that can be seen through the hatch, like the fire extinguishers?

[@Andy.Gledhill.Models.]

Oh Nigel. Iphones are shite, period. Get a Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra.