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Scott Nelson
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Monogram’s Bearcat

November 2, 2024 · in Aviation · · 9 · 246

Here's the old F8F . This kit came to me from my old friend Mike Saggs, who passed away a little over a year ago. Mike was one of the best figure painters I ever knew and was a great mentor to me when I started my journey down the figure painting road. I think of him every time I work on a model.

The kit was quite old so the decals were no good. I purchased a Hobby Boss Easy Kit of the Bearcat mainly for the decals since that was cheaper than buying a decal sheet. I know the Hobby Boss kit is a -1 and the Monogram a -2 but, in this case, it's close enough.

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9 responses

  1. Excellent job on this oldie, Scott!

  2. This Bearcat turned out beautifully, Scott @guitarhack5
    A great remembrance to your friend.

  3. Love this, well done! Came out looking really nice

  4. Great model and a great tribute!

  5. Nice Bearcat Scott! The old kit stands up well.

  6. Well done, Scott!

  7. Don't see many Bearcats built up - looks great!

  8. Nice work. The photography is also well done.

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