The Top 10 Airfix kits I most want to build in the near future!

[@andywells397]

I'm 63, in the 1960s all us boys could afford was airfix spitfires in a bag.we used to share a tube of grey labeled model glue and had no paint..😅

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Perfect childhood memories Andy! Best wishes!

[@andywells397]

@petesplasticplayground7791 yes, happy days.

[@davefave4351]

I remember the bags!

[@andywells397]

@davefave4351 They were all pinned to a board, we used to run to the shop as soon as we got a shilling..lol

[@davefave4351]

How our opaque canopies would have benefited from thin glue and a brush! 🤣

[@kennethrodmell9006]

6:42 No need to beat yourself up over a 'misplaced' antenna - it's actually a D/F loop (Direction Finding) which is manually rotated to obtain bearings from ground based transmitters and thus determine aircraft position by means of a two station 'fix'. Hope this helps. All the best for your surgery.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you ! the wonders of KZbin. I would never have known that if I hadn’t made that remark in the video

[@farkinarkin5099]

@@petesplasticplayground7791 *Hampden Part 120 D/F Loop Retractable Version* As Kenneth mentions, it is a Direction Finding Loop, so it is meant to be rotatable (360 Degrees). The one on the “Flying Suitcase” is retractable and has a fairing on top of it so it fits flush with the fuselage (so it perfectly fine to display it “retracted” … as “it’s not lost, it’s retracted!”). Probably best to fashion the oval from some suitable wire as the kit one is slightly too thick (IMHO) if you are doing the retractable version. Here’s a couple of links to a contemporary manual showing the very busy cockpit, and, one to the remaining Hampden in Langley, B.C. www.google.ca/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwiY3tnEr9aFAxXYDzQIHVMmB9YQFnoECBUQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fstephentaylorhistorian.files.wordpress.com%2F2020%2F04%2Fhampden.pdf&usg=AOvVaw1Ord1LKbTRqeu4PE-LlGfH&opi=89978449 www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234966292-handley-page-hp52-hampden/ = = = = = *HMS Fearless* “Nobody does it better” (closing scene) … or was that Intrepid? Anyways, another worthy choice. Here’s to a successful hip surgery, and, a very fantastic recovery set of builds! = = = = =

[@robbwatson2088]

This is the first of your videos I've watched. I am such an airfix fan. The first kit I did, after 35 years, was the 72nd wildcat. I now have 6 in my stash. Lol. Good luck with your surgery. Cheers from Nova Scotia

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thanks for watching my video and it’s good to know that you share the passion. That little wildcat is an intriguing kit isn’t it with so many delivery options to choose from

[@davefave4351]

I haven't built a model in nearly 50 years but find myself drawn to modelling channels and are amazed at the standard of work using materials that we never has access to - for armour 'Nightshift' is a must see! My favourite from way back? The Airfix 1:72 P61 Black Widow in the matt black nightfighter guise. Although the 1:72 EE Lightning, now you mention it... Thank you and keep up the excellent work.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Hi Dave, Thanks for watching the video. We are very fortunate to have so many resources available to us these days. Can you see yourself picking up a tube of glue before long? I could be wrong but I think that P61 has been released as a vintage classic from Airfix. All the best, Pete.

[@StevenPotts-ij9ue]

Hi Pete, I have just come across your channel and what a breath of fresh air. I love your choice of kits although I am currently going through a military vehicle phase. Good luck with your surgery, you will have lots of models to keep you occupied afterwards and what better way to recuperate, cheers.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thanks Steven. You’ve got a good point, after the last video was published I did think that there should’ve been a tank in there particularly as I have some 1/35 vehicles and some old vintage classics. The thing I find about building vehicles is that you can be a bit more adventurous with weathering, especially on tracked vehicles. Glad you enjoyed the video and I’ll be back again soon

[@MrFumblethumbs]

Wishing you all the best with your hip replacement Pete!! Take good care!! 👍👍

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you, Sir . Thank you for watching the video too.

[@EricIrl]

Airfix are re-releasing the Hampden this year as part of their Vintage Classics range. Whilst nice to have it available again, it really is time that they brought out a New Tool Hampden (it would fit well with their New Tool Wellingtons and Whitley. I built one of the last "Red Box" (2010) issues quite recently and I have to say that the moulds are obviously getting very tired. I found the fit wasn't great - especially the wings to the fuselage. I still enjoyed the build and the end product but I really think that they should be looking at a brand new up to date tooling in the near future. The "aerial" you broke off on your previous Hampden is actually the RDF Loop. (RDF - Radio Direction Finder). Believe it or not, it was fully rotatable by the navigator from inside so that he could obtain radio "fixes" (a bit like the way we used to rotate our old AM/Medium Wave transistor radios to pick up Radio Luxembourg better). So, showing it sideways on would not have been 100% wrong - although when not in use they were usually placed parallel to the airflow to reduce drag - or even fully retracted. Later RDFs were contained within a streamlined fairing. Airfix provides the alternative type of RDF fitting in the Hampden kit. And best of luck with the op.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you very much for your comment and for the info on that direction finder, I feel a lot better now🎉

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

I’m pleased to see the air fixer using the original picture on the vintage classics re release

[@EricIrl]

@@petesplasticplayground7791 The nice thing about the Vintage Classics is that they use Roy Cross’ original artwork.

[@TheScaleModeler]

Cracking kit to start your Top 10 and one that is missing out of my stash I look forward to seeing yours once done. Best wishes with the Hip operation 👍

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

I agree I think it’s a brilliant subject and I think it’s a brilliant kit to build so I’m really looking forward to it.

[@amyschry4129]

Those are some excellent choices Pete! I wish you good luck with your hip replacement.(I've had two knees and two hips replaced) Tom S.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Cheers Tom, I got a knees are worse to recover from the hips so glad it’s all gone well for you. Thanks for watching my video.

[@ericchristopher1687]

I hope your surgery went well. I just had surgery myself on May 14th and am healing up well - and doing lots of modeling. Love your 10 Most-Looked-Forward-To List. I also appreciate the tone and pace of your videos. Easy to listen to, full of good ideas and no screaming or ranting - just pointing out the things you enjoy. Cheers!

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Hi Eric, I hope your recovery is going as well as mine is. I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos. There’s a new one being uploaded today and hopefully another one at the weekend.

[@wordenb1830]

Well the very best of luck Pete for the op, your recuperation and the recovery builds. That lovely selection would be at least a year's worth of work for me and thats with two old but thankfully still functioning hips!

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you! and long may your hips remain intact!

[@bahoonies]

​@petesplasticplayground7791 Best of luck with the hip replacement. You won't know yourself after you've recovered. I've had both hips done and what a different they've made to my quality of life. You'll be trotting up and downstairs and walking to the model shop like a youngster😊.

[@wordenb1830]

Happy Birthday Pete, hope the op all went as planned and you are soon comfortable enough to spend some time in the playground. Take care, I look forward to seeing you again soon.

[@blainefrenette3520]

Just came across that same Wellington model in a shop in Thunder Bay Ontario. Yesterday. It’s now in my stash. I’ll be starting it very soon.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Great stuff I really hope you enjoyed building yours as much as I did mine

[@nidge2822]

Hi Pete new subscriber to your channel, I'm also a newbie to the world of modelling, I inherited my brother in laws set up ,and it's got everything I need to get going from a sparmax compresor with airbrushes and a spray booth , paints to glues and lots of models all unmaid and boxed ,it's a shame as he never got to use any of his kit due to him having cancer so it's special to me to have been left all his models and kit , looking forward to having a go but want to watch a few more of your videos first 😊

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Well, it’s good news that your brother-in-law‘s equipment has gone to such a good home. Thanks for subscribing to the channel and I hope you enjoy your future modelling.

[@newreviews100]

Good video and interesting concept. Good luck with the operation. Great idea to integrate your hobby into your recovery plans! The Whitley is a solid choice, and the Lightning.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed the video and thank you for your wishes regarding my operation. I’ll make sure that I make some videos about the build and the completed model. Take care Pete.

[@barryclements62]

Yes good luck on your surgery. Hope it goes well. You've inspired me to do coastal command schemes. Other than flying boats I've just done a Shackleton. I really liked how it turned out. Heavily weathered the white.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

It’s amazing the variety of aircraft that were used in coastal command over the years. Also, when you’re weathering them, you can put a bit of rust on to hide any little accidents!

[@martinpedley7595]

Hms Fearless - first boat kit i built as a kid back in the 80s, great memories, enjoy.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Cheers Martin and thank you for watching such Happy memories of building these old models.

[@Duececoupe]

ICM will be releasing a 1/48 Handley Page Hampden next year and I can't wait! 😁 Excellent video and choices of kits.... Airfix definitely has some of the best boxarts around today!

[@Duececoupe]

I think that I need to get another old Airfix Hampden kit, just because of that modern boxart!

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

That’s interesting! A good subject for the scale!

[@alwoodsmodellingmayhem]

HMS Fearless, from what I remember some 45 years ago was a nice kit (Belfast was another good one) and I have bought it again to build soon. Looking forward to seeing these on your bench Pete.👍👍😉

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Yes the Fearless kit is quite good for its time, I’ve seen some that have been built to an extremely high standard with extra detail added such as hand rails, et cetera

[@emmabird9745]

My dad had both hips done and was thankful for both. All the best for that. I never built the Airfix B17, I had the Revell Memphis belle, but that was over 50 years ago and not the one they do now. I like your list and I have the first 2 in my stash too. I wish they would do the earlier Mossies, the FB VI and the B IV. I loved my old FB VI. Another I liked was the old Lightning F1. I have an F2 to build but wish they would do an F1 again. I have the perfact diorama in mind for it if only they would, otherwise I might have to find the F1 to F2 conversion article in Airfix magazine and do it the other way. Happy Birthday. PS I've subscibed hoping to see some diorama stuff.

[@MichaelCampin]

My rebuilds would be the Airfix Mosquito in all its variants

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Yep, I can understand that it’s a great subject and the latest incarnation from Airfix is flawless I gather.

[@stuartwren5526]

Best of luck with the op. Great choices and keep us informed as you build them.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thanks very much, Stuart. All back to normal now and building kits like they’re going out of fashion

[@stevelucas5617]

Good luck on your operation Look forward to the builds.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Cheers Steve thanks for watching the video, mate

[@neilmcclary]

had my 2nd hip replacment in january you wont be doing much for the first 6 weeks thats for sure and tbh siting down for long periods is not what is needed I was walking 3 miles a day for weeks on sticks sorry to be a kill joy but having had 2 hips replaced now it was a knackering time .I wish you good luck with the op its a very routine op but still a very big one all the best neil

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

No you’re absolutely right now. It’s important to build up the muscle when I had my first hip replacement in November 22. I was pretty much up and about after six days. I was getting up every morning and de icing my wife’s car. I was driving after four weeks, so it was a really good recovery but realistically, I will have more time at the workbench to Phil so as I’m at home not at work, I shall make most of the opportunity. Thanks for watching the video.

[@thebobloblawshow8832]

Excellent upload. I subbed. I have most of these planes. Love World War Two aircraft, such beautiful planes. Recently purchased the Mosquito. I built a 1/48 scale as a kid. It was my second model. My first was a Matchbox Spitfire. I think I just dated myself 🤣😂🤣😂.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you very much for the compliment. Did you buy the newish 1/72 Mossy?

[@thebobloblawshow8832]

@@petesplasticplayground7791 I bought the B.XVI Airfix. Gorgeous plane. I’m building the mostly black version.

[@anthonylichfield3540]

Some lovely kits there mate enjoy. Happy modelling old boy 👍

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thanks, Anthony and the same to you!

[@stephenlovelock5563]

Hi Pete love watching your videos,been watching since the first ones you did,look after yourself especially after your big operation on your hip, and a great choice for your ten recovery builds,well done mate.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Hi Stephen, thank you for being a loyal viewer. That’s very kind of you. It’s amazing that I’ve done almost 100 videos now including about half a dozen shorts so I’ll have to think up something super special for the Centenary! Thanks for staying in touch and best wishes from me .

[@slowridemodelcars1687]

All nice picks, hope all is well with the hip operation, and happy building, thanks for the update Pete!

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Back home now, happy to say look out for another video soon and cheers for watching.

[@BrianSanders-tn7pi]

Hi. Some very nice kits there,especially the newly tooled one's. Should keep you busy during your recuperation,good luck with that by the way. I noticed that there were no Spits or Hurries or any German opposition,what didn,t fancy any of them ? I liked the look of the Hampden, is that a new tool or not ? I remember finding out that one crashed in Dartford in Kent not far from where I worked. There's a plaque on the wall, but not much detail of the particular aircraft or crew. Thats a shame. I suppose someone would know about it. Any way nice vid and some lovely models. Good luck to you.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Hi Brian, thanks for the message. I’m sorry for the slow reply mate. I have built plenty of the types you mention in the past, but it was pure coin instance that they didn’t appear in this list also and coincidentally I was given a ME110 for Father’s Day I’m glad you enjoyed watching the video and thank you for leaving the comment. Interesting about finding the crash near Dartford.

[@Slycockney]

Firstly I hope the hip replacement goes well. Some excellent choices in there to keep you occupied post op.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you I’ll be glad when it’s all done now and I can get back to normal. Thanks for watching the video too.

[@oricalco555co9]

Great choice of a top ten! Looking forward to the first build. My favourite is the mosquito. Cant tell you why although I first built one 50 years ago.👍

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Definitely something special about a mosquito

[@uxbridgeuk]

I built the Airfix Sea Harrier, it's a nice kit, but missing some detail such as the air intakes near the cockpit, they are even shown on the box art

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Yes, I’ve noticed that but all in all it’s still an enjoyable building my opinion did you enjoy doing yours?

[@uxbridgeuk]

It was a build really to get my mojo back as I wanted an easy colour scheme, but I did enjoy the build.

[@remittanceman4685]

Hope the surgery went well. Very envious of your Whitley. I missed getting the GR VII and like you I'm a fan of the air-sea combo. I keep praying Airfix will re-release the kit. Then again, I'll have to get 2 since I like interwar/wartime civilian aircraft too.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you very much for your comment and I’m glad to say that I’m home again now . I still have the burning urge to build the coal command Whitley so that’s likely to be first.. Standby for a new video later on, cheers Pete

[@remittanceman4685]

@@petesplasticplayground7791 Looking forward to it. Hope the recovery is speedy and the pain meds goooooooooooooood 🙂

[@hughblack6831]

Went to Chatham navy day when I were a lad and went onboard HMS Fearless, gave me a love of all things military. Hope your hip op goes well, and follow it up with the physio work - you'll be right as reign in no time.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Sage advice Hugh thank you yes keeping moving is critical too many people just sit around after the operation and don’t build up the muscle again but I’ll make sure I’m active. I’ve always been fascinated by those two amphibious type ships the fact that they can flood that lower deck so that the landing craft can enter an exit is fascinating. All the best, Pete.

[@TheLittleThingsJunkie]

Funky editing! Wishing you all the best with your surgery & recovery. Do you think you'll complete all 10 kits? Regardless, make the most of your forthcoming free time and be sure to share everything to your audience!

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

I was very proud of my son for creating the video the way he did. He’s got a great imagination in setting up the angles and so on. Will build them all while I’m off. I doubt it and as Joe said at the end my birthday is coming in the stash might increase.! I’ll definitely be making regular updates though so watch this space thanks for watching.

[@RedViking2020]

Humbrol products are awful now. Paints terrible,mini pots in airfix but even the 2nd gen acrylic bottles. I go with Vallejo and AK after many trials. Pure acrylic. Try their varnishes. AK have a newish one called Intermediate Gauzy Agent ( sounds like a crime character not a satin varnish) Nice and thin and water based. They have their thinners. Inter branding rarely works. And Ammo Mugs varnish selection excellent. All the best with your op,and enjoy convalescing as only a true modeller aka plastic nut can!! All your choices are great,10/10 and im jealous of your set-up and meeting James May. Well deserved im sure. Happy modelling and show us your finished results when you can please. I love a Whittely. Unsung heros.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you I certainly will show the Whitley when it’s done. I’m enjoying using AK paints and I’m starting to collect a few now I’ve never used Vallejo though because I have always been pretty settled with Aqua colour from revel and the occasional humbrol pot small work. Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching the video. Best wishes, Pete.

[@jaws848]

​@petewatch out for that Sea Harrier kit.comes with a ww2 era pilot and extra ordance and a refuling probe that theinstructions DONT show howvor where to fit.splasticplayground7791

[@stuart9968]

Great choice of kits. The Fearless what a kit!! Im waiting for a hip too. Best of luck with your op. Just suggestion to make your vids even better perhaps use a personal mike to keep your interesting commentary on the one level whilst using multi cameras. Brilliantly presented thanks

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thanks, Stuart. I enjoyed making that selection. You are spot on about the sound Mike the set up is a bit some rudimentary was just four mobile devices . But my production team are on it!

[@davidclelland8986]

pete all the best on your surgery pal good to see you back on with your top 10

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you, David. I’ll be back as soon as I can comfortably sit in that chair.

[@JB-sv2uc]

Really great video, you've got me wanting the lightning! New subscriber

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you very much for subscribing and I hope you get hold of a lightning sooner rather than later

[@paulwoods7857]

What about Avro Shackleton, and also Nimrod? ( Not sure if there is a Nimrod kit....) As an air scout years ago flew in both out of RAF Kinloss and RAF St Mawgen. Fanastic aircraft and such memories.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Yes, you’re absolutely right. I do have a shack in the stash. I don’t know about Nimrod though. What an excellent experience for you to fly those marvellous aircraft. Best wishes, Pete.

[@SCARFACE-gp4fy]

Have one airfix kit in my stash of 75 1/48 kits a hawk T1 Trainer its main wings are a bit warpped at the tips one kit i might be interested in is the s2 buccaneer 1/48 but 60 quid is a bit much for what it is just got the AMK mig 31 foxhound for 40 quid in 1/48.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

I hope you enjoy making your models as much as I enjoy making mine. Yes, that buck is a bit pricey, but I have seen it on offer reduced price lately.

[@rogerramgoolam6939]

Very good video sir. Best wishes on your recovery!

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you, Roger. All the best.

[@jimbraiden2094]

Good luck with your op and recovery, I trust refreshments are all a part of the recovery process, I think you IT personnel need mention and pay rise!!😂

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Yes, my son Joe he does a great job. He’s very creative over my left shoulder. There is a fridge which will be well stocked.!

[@markwinsor2766]

All the best for the op Pete and a swift recovery….not too swift mind as you need to enjoy those kits! 😅

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thanks, Mark. It’s a bit of a dilemma. I really should get back to work, but it’s tempting to stay home and build Models.

[@markwinsor2766]

But its also very important that you rest and recuperate 😉

[@chrismawson4185]

Windsor and newton galleria acrylic matt varnish is the stuff you want never had an issue with it and thin with clean water And i use either floor wax or gauzy for gloss no issues ever

[@glencwilson]

Whitley is the only kit I have two of. After building the coastal command I wanted to do the civilian one. AK varnishes are good and can be brushed on too!

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Oh thank you, Chris. That’s a product that I’ve never heard of before. I’ll look it up and give it a try for sure. Thanks for watching the video.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Did you ever do the civilian one? @glenn

[@glencwilson]

@@petesplasticplayground7791 Not yet. I have it on the todo list for this year though. Is unusual the way it goes together and was an enjoyable build. My wife got me it for Christmas and I did the coastal command scheme but wanted to do the civilian one so got another.

[@Hi-lb8cq]

All the 1/72 b24 & b17 kits I built I have them hanging from my ceiling in formation like they did during ww2

[@mikecrane3148]

All the very best with the hip op.A good choice of kits to recoup👍

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thanks Mike 👍

[@neilconlon1298]

All the very best Pete,great video and really good selections

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thanks 👍 all the best to you, Neil

[@Ash-ju3xj]

Hi Pete it's Ash, good luck with your hip replacement, i had a new hip June last year and i feel much better no pain. I fancy having a go at building the Wellington mk 8 coastal command, I use a paint brush and acrylic paint. Could you do a video showing how you'd build and paint it please? I keep getting confused, do i build before i paint, do i paint before i build, i never know what's easier

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Hi Ash, thank you for watching and for your comment, when I built my Wellington, I’ve painted the interior in quite some detail and then once I assembled the whole model I painted the whole thing black just as an experiment then I painted the white and then once I finished that I did the upper surfaces camouflage having marked off the white. I did mine in acrylic paint with a brush. I’ll look back in my Google Photos and see if I took any of the build while it was in progress.

[@Ken-kl4ym]

Hope your surgery and recovery goes ss planned,well tidy top ten.l

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you I’ll be back soon!

[@BunnyNiyori]

I can speak for the Typhoon, beautiful kit, get the Airfix RAF figures for the re arming guys to go with it.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

It really is a pleasure to build and for a small scale kit there’s a decent amount of detail in there!

[@James-yy4vl]

I’d love to see the tank diorama that you talked about when mentioning the hawker typhoon but I can’t see it on your channel. Is it one there?

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Hi James, I can't remember if I've ever fearured the tank dio. I'll upload an old vid that I made of it shortly.

[@James-yy4vl]

@@petesplasticplayground7791 that would be great, I’ll keep an eye out!

[@londoncabby]

Great video Pete. Hope the op goes well for you.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thanks mate. Won’t be long now. I’m under the knife the week after next.

[@goforitpainting]

Really cool models. Have a great build. 🛩

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you and thanks for watching the video

[@alanthorne3921]

Built HMS Fearless as a kid in the 70s and was fascinated with the landing craft and helicopter.Made it four times since but I don’t have any of them anymore.However I picked up an old unmade 70s kit along with about 20 other kits in a big box at a jumble sale for $20.Mostly Airfix.Bargain.There is a lot on the to do list

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

I saw a picture of one that somebody had built on Facebook recently and put it in a diorama. It was absolutely fantastic. They had a lot of activity with the landing craft and the helicopters on Little post flying around and the model of the ship itself was superb. they’ve gone to the trouble of putting extra railings on and so on.

[@wgeffoxdo9719]

lovely picks

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you very much

[@simonartley1645]

Any chance of a 1/72 Focke Wulf A3... competition for the oldish Tamiya one?

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Who knows?

[@tonyde6423]

Been hanging for a new tool hampden I won't touch old tool Airfix hope one day Airfix do the right thing cheers

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

I think a Hampden in 1/48 would be popular

[@owenrichards1418]

Good luck with the op and happy assembling!

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thanks Owen, all done now👍

[@1962starchild]

HI PETE WHERE DO YOU DO YOUR SPRAYPAINTING

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

I do it at my desk, carefully

[@shakeyhandsshedmodelrailwa2494]

BOAC HAD SOME VERY INTERESTING OPS DURING THE WAR , THEY USED MOSQUITOS TO SMUGGLE BEARINGS FROM GKN BEARINGS IN SWEDEN FOR PRODUCTION HERE AND ALSO TO SMUGGLE SPIES ETC

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Wow , never knew that! The BOAC Whitley is very relevant for that then

[@SteveT-0]

Just found your channel, this was a great video and I've subbed and will look forward to checking out your other videos!

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you very much for being there Gary appreciate your subscribing and I hope you enjoy watching more content next time. All the best to you and I’ll see you next time.

[@colinvanrensburg4652]

When I get my knee done I will do the B17 and B24 - Maybe a Lancaster... Thanks for the ideas

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Good luck with your surgery, Colin, and enjoy your builds while you’re done,great therapy!

[@colinvanrensburg4652]

@@petesplasticplayground7791 Thanks Sport and best of luck with yours. I am delaying mine as long as possible....

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

My B24 arrived on Saturday, but I can’t have it until my birthday- feels like I’m 10 years old again kol

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

*lol

[@guysworkshop1138]

I always liked the fact that AIRFIX was the first to produce a model that no one else had done. I'm going to be a little specific in choice by saying that we had the first ever hovercraft prototype SR N1, then we had the SR N4. Airfix missed the boat by not making an SR N6. So a 1/72 and/or 1/35 version would absolutely compliment a historical range that was unique to the U.K. Just saying ;-)

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Yes I agree, Hovercraft are fascinating subjects. Plenty of scope with so many military types as well!

[@paulellis-m6v]

Love ww2 coastal command aircraft great colour schemes and great many aircraft to choose from best wishes with the op

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

I couldn’t agree more!

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

I’m going to make a new video featuring the dioramas that I’ve made soon, watch this space!

[@HerrSwede]

Lovely channel Pete! I also have the P51 in my stash 🙂

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you very much. I’m glad you enjoyed looking at the channel. Those P5 ones are irresistible at the price, aren’t they?

[@HerrSwede]

@@petesplasticplayground7791 Yes they are!

[@jrdelta101]

Great video, thank for sharing

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you for watching. I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@celticwest]

Good luck with the op, Pete

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you .

[@robertmacdonald8447]

Capt. Slow rules!!

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Slow and steady!

[@martinpedley7595]

Jason at Modelkit stuff and Nigel at Nigels modelling are doing a buddy build on the B17 , worth the time to take a look.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thanks, Martin. I’ll definitely do that tomorrow.

[@michaelnaisbitt7926]

Why don't you build in a bigger scale 1/48 or 1/32 much more detail

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

I’ve done some larger scales including1/48 more recently 1/24 hurricane. That reminds me I haven’t shown the completed version of that on KZbin yet so that might be my next video. I can’t say I particularly enjoyed doing that larger scale because it dragged on and on and on I building the engine and the framework for it, but I found the bigger parts a bit tedious as well as the paint job. I’ll stick to one/48 below. Best wishes, Pete.

[@russellc8282]

Hope the op went well! Enjoy 😊.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thanks, Russel. Happy to be home now and begin the long haul back to normality hoping to do another video this evening cheers Pete.

[@GrahamStokes]

ATB for your hip op, take care.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you Graham

[@martinbedfordmartin5739]

I built the HMS FEARLESS 25 YEARS AGO. My new kitten wrecked it last month. I was gutted. OH WELL.😱😫🙀

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Oh dear, that’s a great shame. I’m sure you had a honest word with the kitten in due course.

[@martinbedfordmartin5739]

@@petesplasticplayground7791 erm,sort of. i came off worst. he has more teeth and claws. oops and oooch.

[@АндрейШмырев-ж3з]

Последние выпуски моделей очень радуют...только дорого...😢😮😂

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

да, согласен, хотя новые настолько хороши, что их стоимость оправдана. Спасибо за просмотр моего видео

[@鎌田英明-c6f]

イギリスブランド👍

[@jasonladd6400]

No Luftwaffe?

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Actually, you’ve got a point, that certainly wasn’t a conscious decision, I do like Luftwaffe aircraft particularly the ME110

[@jimbyrne1844]

If I may, Pete, I can highly recommend Airfix Stuka - it goes together particularly well and although I've always hated watching footage of it with that ear splitting, terrifying scream it made during it's dive, I've always found it a fascinating design. It looks really 'Clunky' to me considering the manoeuvres it was built to do! 👍🏻

[@joshem16]

wish you well with the opp

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thank you, sir

[@petermillecento4906]

nr 11... The new B-24! 😁

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Good call Peter. Watch this space.

[@AyebeeMk2]

1.6k subscribers and 19365 views ??? so every subscriber has watched this 10 times?.....

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

I don’t think it works like that.

[@Paul-p1p6m]

Brexit has made this hobby too costly in my country, sorry, but the British models are at a horrible price now.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

I’m sorry that has had such a bad impact on your access to models.

[@richsmith7200]

Any English types on here? Why do I enjoy building Airfix kits?? Almost like an addiction...I even tend to drink tea when building them...TEA for God's sake...I don't like American football, or NASCAR....prefer European football and Rally style racing....had two Austin Healys that I sorely miss...I'm an American. .what's happened...this isn't normal...20+ Airfix kits all under construction...but I order more....is this what 'going down the rabbit hole' looks like???

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

It’s my kind of rabbit hole, mate

[@brianfoley3925]

Just a suggestion...when you hold up a marvelous and incredible Airfix kit to show to your viewers...try holding it still. Avoid juggling and shaking. Your video has some very interesting model choices. Thank You for sharing. Good Luck with your procedure and get better quickly.

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Thanks Brian. Yes, that’s a very good point. Actually, you’re right I should do that. I tend to get a bit overexcited and animated I’m afraid but I shall take heed of your advice.. Thanks for watching, and I’ll see you next time

[@donlunn792]

Brian, perhaps you should think before you make a Comment. Pete was very nice to you. After your criticism. I personally wouldn’t have been so nice.

[@Pugggle]

I wholeheartedly agree with what @donlunn792 said

[@fundiebasher]

When a friend of mine had a hip replacement, he said that he wished he had done it years earlier. And build some models when you're "high on painkillers," you might come up with some interesting inventions! Most of what I build now are 'What if?' models, and I do them straight and sober!

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

Lol yes, I know what you mean, when I had my last hip done in Nov22 I found I became quite tired quite quickly, so I'll pace myself, The big question is "what if" you hadnt built anything - so its all worthwhile. All the best Pete.

[@a41166]

The best thing about Airfix is not its fine panel lines or its scarce and rough general and particular detail, the best thing is that they are kits with a low price. Wait wait, not that either because after Brexit it is now even more expensive than those from Eduard or Arma Hobby...😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂🤣

[@petesplasticplayground7791]

I hope you have access to a good supply of kits that you like at an affordable price. Happy modelling!

[@a41166]

@@petesplasticplayground7791 Of course, those are called Tamiya, Eduard, Hasegawa, Arma Hobby and even IBG, Academy or Fujimi. If even brands like ICM or Zvezda are much better and cheaper than Airfix... There is nothing that makes you buy Airfix, except that it is something manufactured in perfidious Albion....