Tony M Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Hi from Northumberland. I have recently finished building a 1/24 scale model of a Royal Signals Ptarmigan Comms wagon (2 years to build), I'm now looking at the fv 439 version of such vehicle..... Has anyone got any pics or is there such vehicle in my area that I could visit & take pics? Regards Tony M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Hi from Northumberland. I have recently finished building a 1/24 scale model of a Royal Signals Ptarmigan Comms wagon (2 years to build), I'm now looking at the fv 439 version of such vehicle..... Hi Tony, That is a wonderful model, full credit to you. I remember these vehicles coming into Workshops, the detail is brilliant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
private mw Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 hi a warm welcome to the forum , Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andym Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Welcome aboard! A chat with ChasSomT of this parish should provide pics or info on FV439s ... Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shane.c Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Welcome to HMVF, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Welcome in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robin craig Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Curious nagging doubt that the roof protector over the cab might be 180 degrees out of rotation, have to say it because it is bugging me. really nice model, is that the kit maker that I think it is? Do you like the tyres? R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Curious nagging doubt that the roof protector over the cab might be 180 degrees out of rotation, have to say it because it is bugging me. Robin, You had better get something for those nagging thoughts, the cupola is in the correct position, if it was the other way around you would have to stand on the parcel shelf. I believe you are a modeller, have we seen any of yours yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevenivers Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Welcome aboard mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robin craig Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 (edited) Richard, The last person on this planet to be perfect was crucified. I said 'nagging doubt", if I didn't express what I felt I would not be true to myself, but I said it in such a way that was obvious that I was not sure, I am too old and too grey to be perfect and without the ability to screw up. What was bothering me was the square corner versus the knocked off corner of the roof protector on top of the cab, not the cuppola position. I stand in that cuppola on work's Bedford CALM when operating the crane on a regular basis, just one of the vehicles in my brain and somehow it seemed wrong. Infact he has made it the correct way round and it is I that am wrong and quite willing to stand up and be counted. There are many models made that are incorrect on the market and the model maker can be unwittingly be unaware of such flaws. One around is a kit with a fuel tank that doesn't reflect real life. Yes, I have made models. An enjoyable hobby, long set aside for the pressures of life and family and work. It is only now at this time of life that I am about to get back into it. Suffice it to say that after 15 + _ years since making my last models and moving a number of times very hurriedly long distances I have only a few models that survive. Thanks for laying down the gauntlet Richard, I will go dig them out and post them here with explanations. R Edited November 18, 2012 by robin craig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 I said 'nagging doubt", if I didn't express what I felt I would not be true to myself, but I said it in such a way that was obvious that I was not sure, I am too old and too grey to be perfect and without the ability to screw up. I stand in that cuppola on work's Bedford CALM when operating the crane on a regular basis. Crikey Robin, I only pointed out the obvious. The gentleman has made a brilliant and painstaking model and it would be inconceivable for him to make an error like that. Tony, welcome to the madhouse , please post some more views of your Bedford. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChasSomT. Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Tony, Where in the country are you? Three years ago, when we first took the 439 out, we met some people who videoed us, (We didn't know!) and posted on Youtube There are 3 clips altogether. I must stress, I am Not 'Walrus' ! 'Chas.' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RecyMech Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Yes chaps its built on a 1/24th scale KFS MK kit.....but what humble Tony does not point out is that all the demountable kit actually demounts & can be set up as per 'operating', telescopic masts (made in brass), gennys, the works. You should see a close up of the body interior....amazing. Better yet....its the 1st model he's ever built !! Now Robin, yes the roof stowage plate is the right way around & if you'd like photos of the real thing to prove it I would be happy to oblige. Maybe the plate on your CALM is on backwards ? Also, the missing O/S extension to the Ferret fuel tank that you elude to has already been included in the second production run. Best regs all......Howard @ KFS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robin craig Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Howard i dont like your comments, I have already stated I was wrong Thank you R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony M Posted November 19, 2012 Author Share Posted November 19, 2012 Thanks everyone for the welcome & positive remarks. 2 years to build & a lot longer as a det commander of such vehicle (over 15 years ago) & 2 years ago a trip to Witham for over 200 photos to get the detail as a lot was from memory & they were selling them off. A couple of weeks ago a WO2 pawed all over it for an hour trying to find faults & the only thing he found.....was a missing 'large' SHF dish.....which I'd forgot. Half a dozen pics on KFS's site (http://www.kitformservices.com/gallery.html) But here's another one anyway... KFS are bringing out a fv432 & the Signals had fv439 variant so it was a logical option to build the fv439, however, we never dealt with the armoured side, hence the HELP! with any info or pics would be most grateful or pointed in the right direction? Regards Tony M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N.O.S. Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 The clear top is a great idea - I know some modellers go to no end of trouble to get stuff right but then cover it all up - at least here the inside work can be admired and the clear top doesn't look out of place either! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Half a dozen pics on KFS's site (http://www.kitformservices.com/gallery.html) But here's another one anyway... KFS are bringing out a fv432 & the Signals had fv439 variant so it was a logical option to build the fv439, however, we never dealt with the armoured side, hence the HELP! with any info or pics would be most grateful or pointed in the right direction? Tony, Just looked at the other photos, brilliant, the detail .. everything. Did you get my Private Message about the 432 with Ptarmigan? I have found the number of it now, sadly no pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChasSomT. Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Tony, I discover you are in Northumberland, a bit far to come and crawl over our 439, unless you stray South sometimes. You are very welcome, PM me If you ever get anywhere near East Somerset/Wilts. Meanwhile, just ask for any specific pictures you want, and I will do what I can. Great model, by the way, excellent work. You must be Very patient. 'Chas.' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robin craig Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Tony, It is without a doubt a very handsome model and without a doubt a labour of love and a testament to your skills. There are pictures around of the 1:1 scale vehicle and it is extraordinarily faithful. The ladder on the back must have been a pain. Any chance you took some pictures while you were building it that you care to share? The cable reels look interesting, how were they done? I know this is not a model making forum but I am sure others would be interested to see how you achieved the end result. R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marmite!! Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 I know this is not a model making forum but I am sure others would be interested to see how you achieved the end result. R yes but please start a new thread in the Military Models section Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
okdoky Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Fantastic build and cracking paint job !!!!!!!!!!!!! Looks the dog's nuts !!!!!!!!!!! Looking forward to seeing more of your work !!!!!!!!!! Nige Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony M Posted November 20, 2012 Author Share Posted November 20, 2012 Yes I will start a new thread of the model build but there's stuff I need to do first as I've promised other people the info. Regards Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony M Posted November 20, 2012 Author Share Posted November 20, 2012 The clear top is a great idea - I know some modellers go to no end of trouble to get stuff right but then cover it all up - at least here the inside work can be admired and the clear top doesn't look out of place either! I actually built the roof with 1 bar tread plate on, ducting & lighting underneath, but as you said, internals gets covered up, so I built the clear roof. I need to get around the fact that the 439 will have the same problem, internal details not on show & I can't put a clear roof on that? lol Tony M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andym Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 I need to get around the fact that the 439 will have the same problem, internal details not on show & I can't put a clear roof on that? lol Tony M Don't worry, the real one is exactly the same! :-) Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N.O.S. Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 439: The only downside to putting a hinge and a couple of gas struts on the upper structure is that you're likely to get someone coming up and telling you they weren't actually built like that.......:cool2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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