Lancfan's Zero Blitz- ***Late Finish***

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Re: Lancfan's Zero Blitz- ***Started***

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Although it is almost done this will be a late completion so cannot go into the gallery.
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Re: Lancfan's Zero Blitz- ***Late Finish***

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Sorry bout that David. Great paintwork on it. Like the coloring a lot. A great companion to the P40.
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Re: Lancfan's Zero Blitz- ***Late Finish***

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Unlucky David. Very nice what you have so far.
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Re: Lancfan's Zero Blitz- ***Late Finish***

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Very nice, though.
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Re: Lancfan's Zero Blitz- ***Late Finish***

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So very nearly.
Still, a very nice companion to the P40
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Re: Lancfan's Zero Blitz- ***Late Finish***

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Better late than never! It looks great David and I'm looking forward to the completed pictures
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Re: Lancfan's Zero Blitz- ***Late Finish***

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Thanks everyone, and Fred- yes you do get the dual stand with the kit.

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Re: Lancfan's Zero Blitz- ***Late Finish***

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The finished model, sadly too late to enter the gallery.
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Re: Lancfan's Zero Blitz- ***Late Finish***

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Most excellent
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Re: Lancfan's Zero Blitz- ***Late Finish***

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Excellent job!
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Re: Lancfan's Zero Blitz- ***Late Finish***

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Yep, that's nice.
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Re: Lancfan's Zero Blitz- ***Late Finish***

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Lovely looking build, one to be proud of.
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Re: Lancfan's Zero Blitz- ***Late Finish***

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Great looking build, shame the clock beat it.
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