Northrop XP-79B 1/72 RS Models *FINISHED*

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How true! :lol: That would probably put an end to that notion once and for all.
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The compressor blades may be too far forward...I couldn't find any cut-aways of the installation. Besides, I didn't feel like making intake trunking.

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So, except for the trickiness and poor fit of the canopy, a nice kit of an unusual aircraft.

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Those danger signs seem prescient! It's such an interesting shape it can only be really appreciated in model form. I've now got one winging it's way to me. Hope I can do a half as decent job of it as you have.
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Thanks James. I forgot to mention that it does need nose weight. I used little lead fishing sinkers hammered flat so as to fit inside the wings as well as some in the engine bays.
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What a lovely model! Great subject!
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Very nice, Barry
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Beautiful, unusual and interesting subject.
A good assembly and display. :)

I like it!
Nice, nice, nice! :)
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That's not something you see every day. Nice.
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