Biplanes and Other Rigged Aircraft

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They did an HP Heyford in 1/72. It builds into an impressive model.

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That rings a bell! I remember buying one years ago as the Heyford was such an unusual aircraft. Its well buried in the boxed up items still in storage after a long distance move some years ago.

Paul

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Matchbox did some really unique stuff. They also did the Supermarine Stranraer flying boat.

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Yes, that is the one I will be building.

In the past I build the straener. There I did the rigging before adding the top and bottom wing halves. Worked well, but painting was a hassle.

This time I want to try the technique of installing very small loops at all the rigging points before stringing out the lines. I might go crazy or it might look awesome - we will see :wink::smile::smile:

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Very good, Iā€™m looking forward to seeing this one built and rigged. it certainly is an interesting aircraft. Did any of these survive?

Paul