International Scale Modeller

Hello everyone.
This is my first group build, so I am participating mostly out of curiosity and as to receive that extra push toward getting my model done.
I have finally found some time to spend in front of computer screen, so I am uploading photos of my build.
Right now I will post only box&sprue shots:










Soon I will upload photos of my progress with this kit.
I don't intend to use any aftermarket parts, so any detailing will be done from scratch.

Cheers

Looks like a great kit, mate.....can't go wrong with Tamiya!

Look forward to watching your build updates.

Cheers,

Martin

Nice one same kit as me.

It took me some time to actually start this kit (job/life) but I have done most of assembly by now. This kit is a bit special for me as it is my first time I do such a big model. It is first time when I do some scratch building and first time I will attempt to do colour modulation on a model. I also plan to do my first diorama/vignette.
This is my progress thus far:

This is my third attempt at scratchbuilding meshes over engine deck. This one is a bit of plasticard and mesh from splash guard that you cover frying pan with.

I have couple of questions also:


1. Could someone of You show me how exactly should brackets for utensils container look like? So far I couldn't find a proper picture showing this detail.
2. What actually should be there? I have seen different photos and on some there is a mesh and on others there is some weird fixture that looks similar to this from panther ausf. G.

There is still a bit of filling and assembly required, afterwards it will be time for painting. Parallel to that I will also start working on a diorama.

Cheers everyone