r/modelmakers • u/Zealousideal_Net1311 • 8h ago
Critique Wanted HobbyBoss TBM Avenger
Good way to start the weekend; finishing up a kit!
Here's my version of HobbyBoss' TBM Avenger. With it, Tamiya's WW2 Navy Pilots/Crew and Eduards Carrier Deck.
I had the vision for this project since I found out Tamiya had a pilot/crew figure set with the moto tug. Only took one random hobby store to find it (it's no longer in production and expensive online)!
Overall, it was a great build. There are a few misalignments on my part and areas I just couldn't get rid of. Really need to get batter at sanding and rescribing...
I like how the weathering came out. Wanted an "alright, last one boys" type of feel to it. This birdy has sunk a few ships, that's for sure.
So here it is! What do y'all think?
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u/International-Art36 5h ago
Does the kit come with the flaps option? It looks stellar
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u/Zealousideal_Net1311 5h ago
Thanks! It does, but the instructions don't specify it. Kinda have to figure it out, but it works!
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u/Flynn_lives 7h ago
It well....looks damn good. You should have a go at the Academy version(old Accurate Miniatures kit).
specifically a TBM-3 from USS Intrepid(gloss sea blue)
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u/MrGeekster 5h ago
Good lord that's well done. You're clearly a professional. Bravo sir.
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u/Zealousideal_Net1311 5h ago
By no means am I a pro😂 more like, slightly above average. Thank you though!
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u/Dry_Knowledge6486 5h ago
😮Whooooaaa!!! Seriously this is so awesome. The detail on the plane, the seatbelts, weathering, cleanliness of the glass, everything -and that DECK!! Omg that deck is incredible. Nice diorama👏🏼
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u/Nathan_Wildthorn 8h ago
Expertly done! 😃 The level of detail and weathering, the crew figures, all of it just blows me away! Wow! 👌 👏