An Auk-ward MRC Curtiss P-36/Hawk75

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Looks a great build of a rather horrid kit but I like the back story.

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Just shows how a fine paint job can make the difference!
That one bowel-breaking dish that was served - was it some secret traditional Belgian meal? :razz:
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Crashpilot wrote:Just shows how a fine paint job can make the difference!
That one bowel-breaking dish that was served - was it some secret traditional Belgian meal? :razz:
Looks like Brussels, onions and...... :lol: :lol:
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Wow, I blinked and I missed that one! Very nice result.
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Great build and back story.
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I snuck this one in while everyone was off celebrating the New Year. I was laid up after falling on ice Saturday morning so I had the time.

Glad you enjoyed this one, at least more than Brussels sprouts anyway I hope.

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Hi Great Auk, I enjoyed your post very much,well tidy job on an old kit.Well tidy mun.
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Great subject, suitably rubbish kit, excellent choice of scheme, brilliant back story, fine looking finish. This is all quality right here.
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