Airfix 1:72 Concorde: Worst Kit Ever Released?

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  • @adm65260
    @adm65260 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    The trick with this kit is to build up each half , making sure all the joins are properly lined up , then stick the halves together , trying to do it as a series of tubes is the road to loads of filler. Also , prime all parts inside and out black , that nasty white plastic just lets light shine through . Lastly , the nose and the horrible gap , 3D printing to the rescue or have the nose up. Only huge Concorde around and it looks damn good on that stand .

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      This seems to be a recurring comment so I really appreciate the words of wisdom 💜

  • @MrBelmosan
    @MrBelmosan 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    You jolted my memory. I thought, didn't I buy a Concorde at a garage sale for about five dollars? Turned around and looked on my shelf. Yup, there it was. But it's a 1/144 scale. And it was made by USAirfix. In 1979. So I opened it for the first time. The decals are shot. The fuselage halves fit together pretty well. But the tip of the nose will need a little work. It's 17" long. Crazy. Good luck with that monster you have there.

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

      It's....it's definately built now 😂💀🔥

  • @grahams7697
    @grahams7697 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Really looking forward to seeing your video-build of this unique kit 🙏
    Thank you for taking the time to post these fabulous videos!
    Love the cats, too 🤗

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're very welcome - make sure to subscribe 💜

  • @dukesc5562
    @dukesc5562 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've just been handed this kit by a friend. Spent an hour or more trying to get decent fit of one of the engine bays. Conclusion=i need a lot more putty!!! It reminds me a lot of the 1964 airfix Catalina with how the parts are attached to the sprues with huge amounts of styrene. I wish I'd both a lot of luck😂

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  หลายเดือนก่อน

      We're both gonna hate it aren't we! 👀😭😂

  • @paintnamer6403
    @paintnamer6403 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    If you get a model kit that you just hate, the cats will love batting all the pieces across the floor.

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Very true! 💜

    • @Damien-u2x
      @Damien-u2x 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@MsModellerworth buying?

  • @Sankath-i2s
    @Sankath-i2s 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    This was a Christmas Present for me (Parent's approval) back in 2005. Not the best ever kit to build, but, it is impressive in size. If you're ok with an imperfect but sizeable kit, it's a great build. If you're after a perfect kit, it's going to require a lot of work.

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Just wait till you see mine 🙃💀

  • @tweeky8687
    @tweeky8687 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Somebody buy this woman some Tamiya extra thin please.

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have some, I just love Revelllllllllllllll

    • @tweeky8687
      @tweeky8687 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@MsModeller its hideous stuff

  • @Darrenh84
    @Darrenh84 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Looks like a great kit, definitely looking forward to seeing you build it

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You and me both! 💜

  • @duncanbaxter2220
    @duncanbaxter2220 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I had one of these a good 15 years ago, bought it from Hobbycraft on a clearance sale for £7.99! I ended up selling it on as simply too big for my available workspace. Not one of Airfix's finer moments to be sure, but with care and effort can be built up to be an impressive model.👍

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  หลายเดือนก่อน

      £7.99! God I am jealous! 👀

  • @johnirwing2571
    @johnirwing2571 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Got one a few years ago still not started yet. From what I’ve been told it’s better to build the fuselage left and right halves first then join them together.
    I believe the front undercarriage is in the wrong place(slightly too far forward IIRC).

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks - this is really helpful! 💜

  • @PanzermansBunker
    @PanzermansBunker 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good luck with that challenging kit. You are braver than I am. It will be quite the eye catcher when done.
    Bill

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Long time no see! You're one of my og subs! I hope you enjoy the build process! 💜

  • @neiltatlock2533
    @neiltatlock2533 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’ve heard it’s easier to build if you build each half of the fuselage in complete halves then if any gaps and miss alignment can be worked on the top and bottom of the fuselage once joined

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for the tip 💜

  • @james78ish
    @james78ish 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    excellent looking forward to watch this build

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You and me both! 💜

  • @chaz01br
    @chaz01br 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’ve got the Marivox kit of the 105g. Have you done a build video?

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Coming real soon 😀

  • @Dafty_Duck
    @Dafty_Duck 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I opted to get the Revell version after seeing the comments on this kit. Looking forward to seeing your build and hoping the kit i have is better 🙏
    Also got a Valkyrie to build and it looks even bigger than Concorde😮

    • @ADAMCOOPER-vx9sy
      @ADAMCOOPER-vx9sy 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      You will find it is the same kit, Revell reboxed some Heller kits and the Helker/Airfix 72nd Concorde was one of them. Can be built into a prety impressve model. Prepare for using some filler, and LOTS of white paint. IIRC I used 2 cans of Halfords spray paint on it.

    • @Dafty_Duck
      @Dafty_Duck 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@ADAMCOOPER-vx9sy oh darn it 🙈 (imagine much more expletives than that)🤣

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you both for the comments....yeahhhhh they're the same kit. We're all screwed 🤣

  • @davidhinkson8856
    @davidhinkson8856 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Concorde kits will always sell, even if the quality isn't the best, because the real aircraft was so historically significant and beautiful. I recently built the 144th scale Airfix model (I revisited it after more than 45 years because it was my second ever model kit when I was eight years old) and it does have its issues but with some work it can look pretty OK. Maybe it's time for the manufacturers to come up with an all new tool for Concorde rather than recycling tools that are close to 50 years old now. First time visiting the channel.

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hope you enjoyed and subbed! You're very right! People will always buy Concorde! 💜

  • @taggarz3656
    @taggarz3656 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I remember seeing that box in the newsagent when I got my first kit in 2006 when I still in primary school. Think it was £25 and was alongside the Avro Vulcan which was also £25

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So cheap 🥲

  • @themajesticmagnificent386
    @themajesticmagnificent386 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’ve heard that the Airfix Concord being a true nightmare..I would buy this kit in a snap if it wasn’t that bad..But I’ve not heard,watched or read anyone liking this kit..But your very right and Airfix should retool their concord..Then people like me who want a concord will buy it.!
    Great video on this notorious model..Thanks and all the best..

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Well, I hope you enjoy watching me trying to build it 🤣

    • @themajesticmagnificent386
      @themajesticmagnificent386 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@MsModeller well on this build I’m not envious and I think your truly brave taking on this old Airfix horror..Again I wish Airfix would redo Concord..Thank you for your kind reply and all the best👍

  • @digitalcareline
    @digitalcareline 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The main problem is that Concorde has to be clean - A nice matt finish on a bad fitting military kit doesn't highlight imperfections as badly as a Civil scheme or a car- A semi-Gloss white finish will show every sink mark and seam

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have such dread about how this will go! 💜

  • @Slycockney
    @Slycockney 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Looking forward to you building this. I've made the Airfix 1/144 kit which is pretty dreadful.

    • @MTAviation123
      @MTAviation123 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      me too!

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thanks both! 💜

  • @tomsenior7405
    @tomsenior7405 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good luck with this kit. The bigger they are...
    The Airfix Concorde was a kit that taught me how to model. It was one of the first times I used tape, rubber bands and spring clips to hold things together while they set. That was back in the 1970s. It was also the first time I used spray paint (Car paint from a garage). A worthy experience, but not my best kit when finished.

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for the info! 💜

    • @tomsenior7405
      @tomsenior7405 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@MsModeller I only do it for your Algorithm. All the Best.

  • @flybobbie1449
    @flybobbie1449 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I built Revell version. The wings have no support to fuselage is the main problem. Mine needed a lot of filling. But makes a great model. Have it on display in my flying school. Many comment on it. Also no glass in passenger windows. Also main windows slight too narrow. Not sure if Airfix version better.

    • @flybobbie1449
      @flybobbie1449 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Mine i fitted all nav. lights and after burners with sound.

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The Revell, Heller, and Airfix versions are all the same, so I'm worried. Butttt the glass is fine - Glue n Glaze to the rescue! 💜

  • @rodrigotalero754
    @rodrigotalero754 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are so beautiful; love your hands and smile, in fact talking about the model definitely its not a kit for all modellers, its challenging but the results are great I think huge models have an special magic that small ones doesn't have, concorde its one of the most important planes in the history of aviation that's why it has to be huge and very detailed

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm very excited to see it when I finish it! 😊

  • @jackrussell19a
    @jackrussell19a 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The worst kits are the best for honing your skills.. when I started modelling again after a 20 year break, I did 2 Revell Memphis Belle kits back to back on purpose because it is renowned for being such an awful kit.. really wanted to practice all my techniques 😂

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Completely get it. It's all about getting the right balance 💜

  • @roarexenl
    @roarexenl 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    OMG its a 1:72 concorde!!! good video again!

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      OMG it's Roarex 💜

  • @davidprice7162
    @davidprice7162 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Trumpet 1/32 Me262 was my worst ever. The nose didn’t even come close to sealing up nicely when I went to put the two halves of the body together. There was like a 6mm gap at the front. The cockpit was just built too wide. Such a waste of time and money.

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That sounds devastating! 😭

  • @ModelMinutes
    @ModelMinutes 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    It doesn't look terrible . . . . But perhaps the problems will pop up more in the build. £100+ definitely seems steep for that on the second hand market

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It doesn't look terrible, but all the comments 🥲

  • @runesvensson1244
    @runesvensson1244 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I want to build it a one time. But with a functional nose and window. This might require installation of small magnets instead of scratchbuilding some rails...

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Beyond my capabilities but v interesting 💜

  • @pauldottore5273
    @pauldottore5273 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Test fit, test fit and test fit again and I'm sure it will go together fine.

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We'll find out soon! 💜

  • @ModelWingsForever
    @ModelWingsForever 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I was lucky enough to get one of these brand new for £20

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What a steal 💜

  • @Ken-kl4ym
    @Ken-kl4ym 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I stick my big models on my model room wall with command strips.

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good idea 💜

  • @Ken-kl4ym
    @Ken-kl4ym 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have built this kit and it fought me all the way.A proper dog.

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Exactly what I expect! 💜

  • @Spey_Phantom
    @Spey_Phantom 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    worst kits ive ever seen are the Revell 1/72 P-51D Mustang.
    its a real rivet monster, so old and bad, i just threw it in the garbage and bought the newer airfix kit.
    but by far the worst kit i ever built, was the Cooperativa 1/72 Lavochkin La-15, that thing was a nightmare, more flash then moulded parts!

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Well, you didn't say this was the worst sooooooooooooo that's a positive at least 🤣

  • @Damien-q8t
    @Damien-q8t 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Looking forward to this

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm not 🤣

  • @steve1315
    @steve1315 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Be interesting to see 👀it built.

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I'm already hating the build 😂

    • @steve1315
      @steve1315 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@MsModeller Y'all gonna be filming 🎥 it?

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@steve1315 yeah, it'll be a video when it's done 😊 and streamed it today

  • @davidcurrie8564
    @davidcurrie8564 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Try Trumpeter kits they are marvellous!

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I've done some on my website before 😊

  • @timcvetic5054
    @timcvetic5054 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Its a heller kit reboxed by airfix and revell. If memory serves me right they actually say in the instructions that you need filler to fix the gaps😂😂😂

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Oh god! I'm scared 🤣

  • @crushingvanessa3277
    @crushingvanessa3277 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It's been a while since I chatted on your channel, so hi again. Anyway, I heard nothing good of this kit. I have seen a couple that were built nice but it takes a lot of good non shrinking filler and maybe window decals. I want one but there was a hope that some other company would tool a new one. These are about $120+ Cdn and not worth it. I just make $20 an hour. I'm hoping to find an abandoned one for nothing. I have two 1/100 Concordes which will suffice until then. I'd crush the 1/72 model but I like like Concordes to much.

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hello again! Lovely to see you back! I'm terrified of this kit and I'm dreading starting it this weekend! 💜

    • @crushingvanessa3277
      @crushingvanessa3277 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@MsModeller I'm just going off what I've seen on ARC and Brit. They do turn out nice but need work. If I could get one cheap enough I would get one.

  • @southwest5388
    @southwest5388 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Most interested in the accuracy of the nose.

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      I would say this is just generally not a super accurate model 😂🙃

  • @nidge2822
    @nidge2822 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It's huge ,I would be in a panic with this kit ,I think it's not for a newbie 😅😅😅😅

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I'm screwed then \🤣

  • @MTAviation123
    @MTAviation123 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Cute cats!!!

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      🥺

  • @dtrain1634
    @dtrain1634 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    If this is as bad as their tsr-2 eek 😦

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I have that to do too 🤐

    • @dtrain1634
      @dtrain1634 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@MsModeller oh no! It’s AWFUL 😢

  • @matthewrowe9903
    @matthewrowe9903 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Model kits and cats a very bad mix

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      But an easy way to clear the stash 😂🙃

  • @davidcurrie8564
    @davidcurrie8564 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Airfix used to be number one but now they are crap... I'll never buy airfix again!

    • @Jimmythefish577
      @Jimmythefish577 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I’ve just got back into the hobby, I’ve bought a few of the latest Airfix kits, 1/48 Chipmunk, 1/72 Hawker Typhoon and a 1/48 Spitfire, I can’t fault those kits, they’re far superior in quality and detail than I remember from being a 13 year old building them.

    • @davidcurrie8564
      @davidcurrie8564 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Jimmythefish577 I built the 1/24 stuka airfix super kit JU87-B2 great kit the 1/24 harrier GR1 was crap kit just a shell! but was heavy.

    • @Jimmythefish577
      @Jimmythefish577 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@davidcurrie8564I’m looking forward to the 1/24 Hurricane, not sure how well it’ll turn out, I might build a few others before attempting that big ol beastie. I’ve not built a kit in probably 35 years, lots of new things to learn, like airbrushing!

    • @davidcurrie8564
      @davidcurrie8564 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Jimmythefish577 I Built that one years ago not a bad kit but was one of airfix's super kits rubber moulded tires full cockpit etc dunno what they are like now? try the 1/24 Trumpeter kits they are marvellous!

    • @MsModeller
      @MsModeller  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Their vintage releases are the same quality (just a bit more tidied) as they were. But Airfix are very transparent about what are old kits and what are new kits. Their newest releases are by far some of the best on the market!