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Allan J Withers
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Supermarine Spitfire 5b, AB852, 452 Sqn RAAF RAF Kenley Surrey England 1941.

January 11, 2017 · in Aviation · · 14 ≡ · 1.7K

1/72 , I modified a few things, finished in Humbrol and MM enamels with Future and Xtra flat over kit and PD decals. Flown by Flt Ltn Brendon "Paddy" Finucane.

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    Craig Abrahamson said on January 11, 2017

    That camo preparation sure looks ugly, but the results are stunning. Nice job, Allan.

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    Paul Barber said on January 11, 2017

    Great choice of aircraft and pilot Allan! For me he personifies the bravery of young men at that time. Of course he lasted longer and was more successful even in his short career than many. Great build!

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    George Williams said on January 11, 2017

    Nice, clean early Spitfire.

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    Bernd Müller said on January 11, 2017

    Nice little Spitfire, Allan. I like it very much.

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    Greg Kittinger said on January 11, 2017

    Another fine build Allan!

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    Robert Royes said on January 11, 2017

    Super Spit. sir!

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    Bernard E. Hackett, Jr. said on January 11, 2017

    Nice Spitfire V, good to see Paddy Finucane's aircraft.

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