Dave Ward's 1/72 Matchbox Heyford

[Dave Ward]

After a lot of ummimg & aaahing, I've decided to do this for the GB

I think it's been in my possesion for over 20 years, and the box reflects that span of time.
I'm NOT going to put up the sprue shots etc - I did an inbox review of this last year, and they can be found here https://www.scale-models.co.uk/thre...-page-heyford-inbox-review.38838/#post-602291
I've never attempted this model before - it's a bit basic, but the aircraft itself was pretty simple - fabric covered, so no rivetting! All I have to do is find out what is the nearest equivalent of NIVO!
Dave

 

[colin m]

Great choice Dave. I'm looking forward to seeing this one. I'm sure I built it 1st time around, when I was but a lad.

 

[Dave Ward]

Certainly one of the most unusual configuration aircraft to have been used by the RAF! Used as trials aircraft during the development of RDF ( radar ). Some even survived until 1941 as target tugs.
Dave

 

[Jim R]

Well Dave after 20 years the poor thing deserves to be built. It will be interesting to see what you make of it.

 

[Jim R]

Double post

 

[The Smythe Meister]

After a lot of ummimg & aaahing, I've decided to do this for the GB
View attachment 498367
I think it's been in my possesion for over 20 years, and the box reflects that span of time.
I'm NOT going to put up the sprue shots etc - I did an inbox review of this last year, and they can be found here https://www.scale-models.co.uk/thre...-page-heyford-inbox-review.38838/#post-602291
I've never attempted this model before - it's a bit basic, but the aircraft itself was pretty simple - fabric covered, so no rivetting! All I have to do is find out what is the nearest equivalent of NIVO!
Dave

Looks a superb subject Dave
... Not my scale, but considering the size of these things in reality,I suspect my favoured 1/48 would make it impractical for my cabinet though!!
Looking forward to seeing you tackle it

 

[adt70hk]

Very different Dave. Don't think I have ever seen a WIP on one of these. These aren't cheap now on Fleabay.

ATB

Andrew

 

[papa 695]

Nice one Dave.

 

[stillp]

After a lot of ummimg & aaahing, I've decided to do this for the GB
View attachment 498367
I think it's been in my possesion for over 20 years, and the box reflects that span of time.
I'm NOT going to put up the sprue shots etc - I did an inbox review of this last year, and they can be found here https://www.scale-models.co.uk/thre...-page-heyford-inbox-review.38838/#post-602291
I've never attempted this model before - it's a bit basic, but the aircraft itself was pretty simple - fabric covered, so no rivetting! All I have to do is find out what is the nearest equivalent of NIVO!
Dave

Colourcoats have a NIVO in their range, and so do Xtracrylic at Hannants.
Pete

 

[Waspie]

OK, I'll ask. NIVO?

I know I'm going to kick myself for asking!!!

 

[Andy T]

OK, I'll ask. NIVO?

I know I'm going to kick myself for asking!!!

In the chat thread

Welcome to Papa695's Bi plane GB. Chat thread

Indeed. Mind you, you should see how many different schemes this model comes with. It always seems a pity to have to choose one - so https://www.eduard.com/aircraft-and-helicopters/1-48/fokker-d-vii-%28oaw-early-mid%29-overtrees-1-48.html There are a whole load of overtrees - 1/72, 1/48 -...

www.scale-models.co.uk

 

[Waspie]

In the chat thread

Welcome to Papa695's Bi plane GB. Chat thread

Indeed. Mind you, you should see how many different schemes this model comes with. It always seems a pity to have to choose one - so https://www.eduard.com/aircraft-and-helicopters/1-48/fokker-d-vii-%28oaw-early-mid%29-overtrees-1-48.html There are a whole load of overtrees - 1/72, 1/48 -...

www.scale-models.co.uk

I knew I would have to kick myself. Thank you Dave.

 

[davecov]

I have always wanted to build one of these rather eccentric aircraft and had thought the next best thing would be to tag along and watch Dave's build. However, it is my birthday today and I have just treated myself by buying my own! I'll let Dave blaze the trail first before I start mine, though.

Dave

 

[stillp]

Happy birthday Dave.
Pete

 

[Steve-the-Duck]

I do like the Heyford, and the Matchbox kit is rather splendid. Not much of an interior in the kit, but what would you expect for the mid-'seventies

Hmm, what excuse could I give to build another one? Convert to a Mk.IV?

 

[Dave Ward]

Just about ready to start plastic manipulation....................
I found this on the 'net, pity I can't find it in a bit better quality.
These drawings always attract me - the time it must have taken to manually draw one must have been months!
Dave

 

[Dave Ward]

Started with the minor assemblies - tailplane & engines nacelles

The wings for the Heyford are double skin, so I'm intending to complete the rigging before closing the wings up, leaving little or no clean up ( tempting fate ). I ve drilled a series of 0.4mm holes. to take the rigging. I congratulated myself for drilling 30 odd holes & not breaking the drill, then promptly dropped the hand pin chuck & did just that! Just as well I laid in a box of spares.

I've decided that the NIVO will be represented by AK3 Dark Slate Grey, just a case of what varnish to seal it all in with - I thought matt, but I've read that NIVO reflected searchlights strongly - one of the reasons for phasing it out in the late 30s, so it'll have to be more of a satin.............
Dave

 

[Lee Drennen]

After a lot of ummimg & aaahing, I've decided to do this for the GB
View attachment 498367
I think it's been in my possesion for over 20 years, and the box reflects that span of time.
I'm NOT going to put up the sprue shots etc - I did an inbox review of this last year, and they can be found here https://www.scale-models.co.uk/thre...-page-heyford-inbox-review.38838/#post-602291
I've never attempted this model before - it's a bit basic, but the aircraft itself was pretty simple - fabric covered, so no rivetting! All I have to do is find out what is the nearest equivalent of NIVO!
Dave

Very nice choice Dave

 

[tr1ckey66]

Cracking choice Dave.
Love the look of the Heyford - straight out of ‘Catch the Pigeon’! (Maybe someone remembers that show)
Anyway, it is a fabulous looking machine and I look forward to the build.

Good luck
Paul

 

[rtfoe]

Cracking choice Dave.
Love the look of the Heyford - straight out of ‘Catch the Pigeon’! (Maybe someone remembers that show)
Anyway, it is a fabulous looking machine and I look forward to the build.

Good luck
Paul

"Do something Muttely....medal medal medal." I remember the show alright.

The Heyfords going to look great Dave, great choice of an ugly beast.

Cheers,
Wabble