My builds for 2017
I managed to complete three kits this year, which is pretty good output for me. All are 1/48 scale. First was the Eduard F6F-5, finished in the markings of VF-27 deployed aboard USS Independence in July of 1945. Second was a heavily-modified Monogram F-8E Crusader, finished in the markings of a MiG-killing F-8E Crusader from VF-191 deployed aboard USS Ticonderoga in 1967. Last was the HobbyCraft T-33, finished as a TV-2D drone controller/utility jet attached to Guided Missile Group One in the early 1960's.
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Louis Gardner said on December 25, 2017
You know that I like a planes with Navy markings ! You turned out some masterpieces Drew. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Drew Tarter said on December 25, 2017
Thanks, Louis! Really appreciate your comments. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your family as well!
Craig Abrahamson said on December 26, 2017
Impressive accomplishments, Drew...I like 'em all. Happy Holidays.
Drew Tarter said on December 26, 2017
Thank you, Craig - Happy Holidays to you, too!
Morne Meyer said on December 26, 2017
Drew the F-8 is my favourite of the three kits completed. However, they all look great!
Drew Tarter said on December 26, 2017
Thanks, Morne! The F-8 is my favorite jet - I've built five so far!
George Williams said on December 26, 2017
Quality is what counts and there's plenty of that here, Drew. I'm with Morne, the F-8 is also my favourite. Hope you're enjoying your Christmas break.
Drew Tarter said on December 26, 2017
Thanks for the comment, George! Hope you're enjoying your Christmas break as well.
Sebastijan Videc said on December 26, 2017
Good looking Navy birds - love the colourful TV-2D! Happy holidays!
Drew Tarter said on December 26, 2017
Thank you, Sebastijan! Happy Holidays to you, too.
Tom Bebout said on December 26, 2017
Nicely done Drew, really like the T-33 in that paint scheme. Also have a Happy New Year.
Drew Tarter said on December 26, 2017
Thanks, Tom! I'm pleased with how the T-33 turned out, but it was a nightmare getting it there! Happy New Year to you, too.
Bernard E. Hackett, Jr. said on December 26, 2017
Drew, all 3 are beautiful. I. too love the F-8. The utility T-bird is a beaut, also.
Drew Tarter said on December 26, 2017
Thanks, Bernard! Thanks for the kind words.
Greg Kittinger said on December 26, 2017
Very classy builds Drew - they all look fantastic.
Drew Tarter said on December 26, 2017
Thank you, Greg!
Frederick J Seitz III said on December 26, 2017
Some interesting builds, Drew. I really like the Hellcat a lot. Happy New Year!
Drew Tarter said on December 26, 2017
Thanks, Frederick - I've built three Hellcats so far, and have three more in the stash!
Robert Royes said on December 27, 2017
Navair all the way! Nice birds!
Drew Tarter said on December 27, 2017
Thanks, Robert - that's all I build!
Jeff Bailey said on December 27, 2017
Beautiful planes, Drew! I especially like the F6F even if it is the "plain Jane" of your great builds. My Dad flew off the USS Independence, but he was stationed in Hawaii by the end of 1944. I think he flew SBDs during his time on the Indy.
Drew Tarter said on December 27, 2017
Thanks. Jeff! The F6F is my favorite prop-driven plane. I bet your dad has some great stories from his time on Independence.
Derek Austin said on December 29, 2017
2017 has clearly been a very good year! Some very nice models there.
Drew Tarter said on December 29, 2017
Thank you, Derek!