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I did this as a speed build to see how long it would take to finish a Tamiya Tomcat. I clocked in at 17 hours and 15 minutes. It is such an easy build! I used Hitaka paints and an old Yellowhammer sheet for the VF-2 markings. 

 

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Wow... finished in just over 17hrs.  If I can finish my Tomcat in 18 months and it turns out as nice as yours, I’ll be happy. 

 

How owe did you like the Hitaka paints?  Since SB has started to carry the line I’ve been tempted to give the paint a try.

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4 hours ago, Slartibartfast said:

How does that time compare to building Monogram or Hasegawa? 

 

Lovely grime patterns.

Thanks! I've never timed myself on a Monogram build. I'd probably have to say that the Monogram kit would take longer because of all the filling and sanding that needs to be done.

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5 hours ago, Parabat said:

Fantastic work, I love the scheme, it has always been an aspiration since seeing the scheme in the Squadron walkaround book. 

That's exactly why I wanted to do this scheme. I've been hanging onto the Yellowhammer sheet for years waiting to do it. I figured the Tamiya D was the perfect opportunity.

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