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Rafi Ben-Shahar
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Special Hobby 1/48 Firefly Mk. I

September 29, 2022 · in Aviation · · 20 · 1.3K

Although not glamorous like the Seafire, the earned its respectful place among the Fleet naval fighters. As a model, it adds credit to your collection. Yet, with the wings folded, it shines.

's Firefly has good details, but is a limited run kit and should be treated accordingly. The Airwaves PE wing fold set fits the model platform well and is sufficiently detailed. However, the heavy weight of the back swept wings and flimsy wing joints will challenge your modelling skills.

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  1. This is a great looking plane, Rafi (@blackmopane). I have always really liked the way the Firefly looks. I have a 1/48 AZ Models Firefly TT that is working its way forward in the build queue.

  2. Very cool. On my wanted list

  3. A wonderful result of the challenging SH kit, Rafi!
    You have totally captured the distinctive Firefly posture.

  4. Equally beautiful Fireflys, Rafi @blackmopane. Great result on the painting and weathering.

  5. Great looking Fireflys Rafi , the wings folded looks cool.

  6. Nice work, you made a great looking Firefly. It also looks really sharp with the folded wings.

  7. First time I've seen one of these built. You've done a great job & captured the look beautifully with both.

  8. Excellent work, Rafi. Thanks for sharing these. That wingfold looks like it was a real challenge. I like the SH Fireflies. I built a Dutch Mk.IV and a Mk.I like yours finished as DT934. Did you use AZ’s decals? I did. I still have a SH Mk.V in the stash to build as an Australian bird next.

  9. Great looking naval bird, or, should I say insect?

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