Whilst away in Devon I thought I'd start the DH 88 Comet in 1/48th scale. This is a relatively recent kit from MikroMir.
Thinking it it be a pretty straightforward build that would need few resources for the basic assembly before bringing it home for final painting etc.
NOT SO!
Starting, following the instructions, the engines are assembled first. Each engine consists of over 60 pieces and that includes etch brass. I have planned to only have one engine on view but the second has to be assembled without any the detail to enable the prop and exhausts to be fitted plus the front which can be seen through the inlet on the front cowl.
Add to that the fit leaves a lot to be desired, the instructions muddle the part numbers and some pieces are not included and others duplicated AND each component is really quite small, makes for an interesting build.
I have also started the undercarriage components, again lack of positive locations hampers progress.
Stay Tuned!

Don't tear your hair out, keep calm and carry on.
Oh, the joys pf modelling.

An interesting model. I saw a rebuilt one fly many many years ago at BAe in Hatfield.
I think as a model it's only previously been available in 1/72nd scale

A fantastic looking aircraft. No doubt will be an equally fantastic model

There have been several recent kit releases of this a/c in various markings. No doubt it will be a great model when it's finished.

Hi Bill,
Oh, you love a challenge don't you!
A mere 60 parts per engine, no troble with a man of your calibre.
Look forward to the build, always interested in this aircraft. In 1/48 in your hands should look great once done.
Cheers,
Bigkev

Progress is slow, part due to having nothing down here in Devon to deal with all the etch brass. I decided to assemble as much as possible, clean up etc. There's a lot of flash to remove and all the connecting points to the sprue have to be cleaned back on the inner surfaces. The fuselage halves will have to be wet and dried down on a large emery board, very much like the preparations for vac form kit.
I found out from the Mikro-Mir facebook page that they seem to be responsible for the Supermarine S-4, another kit I intend to build soon so I shall start that forewarned!

That is a very clean and pristine cutting mat, mine never look like that!

That's because it only arrived yesterday! It should have come with the Humbrol Workstation but somehow was delayed!

Quote from: meremodeller on August 22, 2020, 12:16:08 PM
That's because it only arrived yesterday! It should have come with the Humbrol Workstation but somehow was delayed!

That would explain it.

A good start Bill. Plenty to look forward to.

Beautiful Airplane.
Looking great.
Andy.

Back at the workbench again and some progress with this kit. Photographs always seem to show up the worst in my builds so before I start the painting of the engine there will have to be a bit more cleaning up, especially of the valve push rods which vary so much in size.

Yes, photographs can be cruel.

A lovely sleek looking aeroplane, I'm sure your finished model will be just as good.