Why you should be excited about Tamiya's NEW P-38J!

[@davidm6256]

Growing up and making models I really never thought about the significance of the decals and what they were meant for, but watching your videos I'm learning about history all over again and the significance of the different paint schemes and the difference in decals and what they actually represent, I'm not to tech savvy but I see the way you explain things I will have more information on what and how to represent a true model, thanks

[@Greywolfgrafix]

Our pastor when I was a kid was one of Bong's ground crewmen. I bought this kit yesterday. Can hardly wait to get it.

[@SpruesNBrews]

Oh wow! Very cool - enjoy your build!

[@goofyiest]

the engineering details look incredible! some really great innovations on this and their new F-4 Phantom.

[@SpruesNBrews]

Totally! 🤘

[@ryandaly6884]

Decals for cooling jackets on gun barrels are a great innovation? Tamiya have two selling points A. Only kit of said subject available. B. Ease of construction. Besides this they are pretty hopeless and because we give them such a high praise they make stupid decisions which in turn companies cut corners. To prove a point I bought ICM's Counter Invader which included weapons and full crew for the same cost of the Tamiya P-38 which offers better value for money.

[@jamesvazquez2491]

Scott I just finished the F-4B and I absolutely loved building it!

[@dsg325]

Grew up next to Maguire AF base in New Jersey. Glad to see an option to build his plane.

[@larrybrown1824]

I built my G as wheels up, but it killed me to cover up that awesome landing gear/bay detail. So yes, I've been waiting for the J to come out so I can build one on the ground.

[@SpruesNBrews]

Ahh nice! I know... it's always a struggle to decide how you want to display a beautiful bird like this! 😅

[@spacecadet60]

@@SpruesNBrews I believe that I'll build this one "wheels down", hopefully Tamiya will add some weights for the nose (because of the tricycle gear). 🤞

[@MrHrannsi]

As a returning modeling beginner, this kit went onto my wishlist faster than you can say 'Cheers'

[@SpruesNBrews]

Haha that'll work! 😁👍

[@craigthoricht2214]

I really like that the P-38 was finally an aircraft powered by Allison v-1710 engines that fully met their potential as envisioned by General Motors.

[@SpruesNBrews]

It's a beast! 👍

[@spacecadet60]

Appears to be a real gem of a kit. Exciting indeed. Way to go Tamiya !!

[@SpruesNBrews]

Looking forward to it for sure! 😁

[@thegoodearth7]

I knew going into this video that the P-38 Lightning was feared by the Germans; I had no idea that the kill stats were off the charts.

[@SpruesNBrews]

The 38 was a real beast!

[@kenshin73himura70]

Oh man, oh man. Can't wait! This model and a good 6pack is a wet dream in the making!!!...er...dream come true.😂🤫

[@SpruesNBrews]

Ha! 😅🍻

[@raymondrosario9893]

I was sold on the "J" even before hearing the schemes. After this, l will be grabbing a couple!

[@SpruesNBrews]

I hear that! 🤘

[@Jackdaw5]

Not bad! Consider me excited, but in a very understated British way.... 🙂

[@SpruesNBrews]

Haha fair enough! 😅

[@niarlatotepbasset]

That's AWESOME NEWS!!!!

[@SpruesNBrews]

Right!? 🙌

[@froilanreyes7393]

Wow! Sure am waiting for this! And finally they made a Tommy Macguire PUDGY III ( not V). He was KIA in the Philippines in the town of Fabrica, Negros Island. Revell came out with PUDGY IV in 1/32. My P-38 G/H will become Capt. Danny T. Robert's mount. Also KIA (accident) in New Guinea. Buried in Manila American Cemetery. Thanks Hank!

[@SpruesNBrews]

It's gonna be a good one! 👍

[@davidhunt1947]

Manila American Cemetary is worth a visit.

[@thomasbrown7420]

I’ve got an F/G and an H, not sure if I’ll get this one or not but I’m sure it will be very nice. What is really Like to know is where did you get that hat? Love it!

[@SpruesNBrews]

Thank you! I found it on an Instagram ad, believe it or not - can't remember the name of the company at the moment though!

[@paulsawyer2326]

OMG! The "J" version with not one, but 3 options for 3 top pilots in PTO. Im drooling for this kit now. Question, is the kit version available now? Here are more facts, Ira Bong survive his combat tour, and was sent home. Bong was assigned to test fly the new prototype jet the XP-83. On one test flight his jet stalled after takeoff, crashed and killed Bong. Would love to see you do an open box review and build. Best of luck.

[@SpruesNBrews]

Right? Sounds awesome! No work on the release yet, but I'm sure we'll find out when they pick a date 👍

[@jamesvazquez2491]

Great video! I cannot wait to get the J version!

[@SpruesNBrews]

Thank you - and me too!

[@ianashby1449]

Fun fact Richard bong killed a saltwater crocodile with his Lightning’s 20mm canon

[@hammyhamster01]

I am very excited for this Hank!! I would pick one up but I already have some new models to build… Would you ever make a discord for people to share model stuff and get tips, I do not have instagram, my parents don’t like social media stuff, sorry!!

[@SpruesNBrews]

I don't know too much about discord - I'll have to look into it! Thanks 👍

[@zilviasful]

Hello, I don't know if you will see this, but I'm looking for a tutorial that just doesn't show the painting part of the build. Do you have any videos that show the glue parts in more detail? I'm an utter beginner in this hobby, and just trying to learn some tips and tricks.

[@SpruesNBrews]

Hello! I don't have a super thorough full build tutorial yet, but I'm planning on doing one very soon! Stay tuned 👍

[@kudukilla]

I’ve been waiting for them to do the P-38 J so I could get aftermarket decals to do either Bong’s Marge or Robin Olds’ Scat (5 I think), but he was ETO. Looks like Marge it is. Maybe get 2 to do both.

[@SpruesNBrews]

Nice! Yeah an Olds' build would be awesome, too... why not go for two! 😅

[@bigroryhollar5023]

Love the history lesson....!!🍻🇺🇸

[@SpruesNBrews]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed 👍

[@DarksouIjah]

Impressive knowledge on the history of this plane and the pilots. I don’t know much about those things unfortunately. I will try to get my hands on this kit. Random question, what kit do you recommend for Sailing Ships? Thanks in advance.

[@SpruesNBrews]

Thank you! Still no word on when this kit will be released to the public, but hopefully soon! And unfortunately I don't ont have any recommendations on tall ships as I've never built one. Someday, though! 👍

[@Ca108xray]

Got one yesterday. Now I have to find time?

[@SpruesNBrews]

Awesome!

[@kymourdarkmyth799]

I just wished the had a 1/72 scale available

[@SpruesNBrews]

Maybe they will someday!

[@travis_thompson]

Call me old fashioned but if I end up with the kit I will do it in OD/NG 20th FG with the Faux droop snoot nose and invasion stripes.

[@SpruesNBrews]

That sounds great!

[@Guru_Swami]

It’s a P38, of course you should be excited!

[@SpruesNBrews]

Right?? 🙌

[@sultanofswing8270]

Did Robin Olds not fly one of these ?

[@SpruesNBrews]

He did! He finished the war with 13 victories in various aircraft 👍

[@sultanofswing8270]

@@SpruesNBrews well then this will have to join my stash then

[@kudukilla]

Yes he did. All of his planes through the F-4 in Vietnam were Scat followed by a number. I think his P-38J was #5

[@sultanofswing8270]

@@kudukilla thanks very much, need to hunt down them decals

[@travis_thompson]

He had at least 3 "Scat" P38Js

[@jdduran878]

Ok weird question. Where did you get that hat?

[@SpruesNBrews]

Sure! I got it from a site called USN for life; they've got a few different products with the classic roundel logo 👍

[@jdduran878]

@@SpruesNBrews thank you. Love the channel

[@stephicohu]

I haven’t done a pure silver plane yet. I heard they are hard to paint.

[@SpruesNBrews]

I've only done a couple! A bit tricky when you're not used to it, but with a little practice it's a blast! 👍

[@kudukilla]

Haven’t done one yet either, but from what I hear the big issue is not so much the painting itself but the prep work because metal finish will show any imperfection.

[@SpruesNBrews]

That's definitely true - gotta have a solid primer layer 👍

[@steriskyline4470]

@@kudukilla make sure your seams are perfect, prime in grey then lay down a very glossy black coat, then metal paint of choice, trust me, you’ll be chuffed with the result.

[@adamkornacki606]

For me (east Europe) their new kits are a little bit expensive .

[@SpruesNBrews]

Ahh that's fair - sorry to hear!

[@adamkornacki606]

btw p-38H is cheaper in poland than f/j

[@joesanchez979]

I bought my kit 1/48 bit expensive

[@SpruesNBrews]

It's definitely a pricy kit, but I think it's well worth it - great engineering & a beautiful finish 👍

[@grossdeutschlandpanzerdiv.1086]

Hasegawa has a 1/48 beautiful J and L. How bout a 1/48 Aichi Jake. Or a 1/48 Kawanishi Emily. Wow! Or a G3M2- Nell. Better yet a 1/48 KI-21 Sally. Or a Yokusuka-Ginga- Frances. I love Japanese aircraft. People already produce a 1/32 B-17G.

[@SpruesNBrews]

I do want to pick up some Japanese fighters this year! On my short list for sure 👍

[@jacobs_models995]

Hey, I'm famous lol😂 You can just barely pick out my pfp on the P-38 post

[@SpruesNBrews]

Haha there ya go! Thanks for your help 😁

[@davidcole333]

I'm sure it will be a great kit, but 1/48 doesn't do it for me. I'll pass. Now if they want to do 1/32 or 1/24, then I'll perk up.

[@SpruesNBrews]

Whatever floats your boat! 👍

[@bigroryhollar5023]

🍻🍻😎🇺🇸

[@SpruesNBrews]

🍻🤘

[@pauka13]

I'm absolutely not happy about this! Because it means that I'll have to build more. How I'm gonna tell this to my wallet....

[@SpruesNBrews]

Haha fair enough - I apologize for being the bearer of bad (or good) news! 👍