Hello Simon, Here a fellow modeller situated out in North-Eastern Germany but English born. It was whilst we lived in Felixstowe (Suffolk) that we got to know an elderly lady who everybody knew as Netty and who'd always take care of injured wildlife. For this shed even dedicated her entire terraced house which was located down along the seafront just beyond the local swimming pool. Anyhow on one of our visits to Netty my wife had told her about my hobby and that I liked building especially WW2 warbirds and that we we really wanted to visit the Aircraft museum at Duxford. Netty then explained how she had actually been lucky to fly with the Memphis Belle during one of her very last flights just before the crew flew her back to the U.S.. However it was during this flight that the tailwheel became stuck thus the crew had to release this somehow mechanically from inside of the fuselage and luckily they actually managed just before landing back at the Duxford base. So there you go just another piece of history regarding this iconic and probably the most famous of all B17's. Your model looks great and I hope you're keeping well. For now I'd like to say cheers and hope to enjoy some more of your nice models here. Cheers, Gordon

Excellent build, highly skilled. Thanks for sharing. I bought this kit today, £38.

Beautiful montage you made there Simon. The inserted full-scale clips were very appropriate and added a very entertaining touch. Your attention to detail is stunning. I really enjoy watching your videos. Beautiful finished Flying Fortress! Being on the other side of the pond from you, I thank you for interest in American aviation. I recently did a B-25 on my channel. I love the old bombers! Bravo to you on the final reveal! Best looking model WWII bomber I’ve ever seen! Can’t wait to see your next project!

Your build has been very interesting and informative . I am just starting a Revell 1/72 to be "Ye Olde Pub" , with battle damage , your colours look great and the raised-panel lines have definitely worked in your favour with the fine sanding technique . Best wishes from Wales .

I bought one of these and I always scribe old Revell kits and try get rid of all the raised panels and rivets so it'll be a big job when I get round to it...I'm in the process of dealing with Revells old P38 1/32 at the mo which is also a big job...but enjoyable

Great build and video. Very nice Memphis Belle. I'm giving you a subscription. Greetings, Aleš 🙂👍

Wow she its done🥰🥰🥰🥰👏👏👏👏

Excellent build of this great old kit! Ive got one in the stash myself and can't wait to get it on the table. Your tip about some light sanding on the raised details is absolutely perfect for the warbirds painted in drab and or camo patterns like a spit or hurricane. Changes the game completely and has me really looking forward to getting out some of my older Revell/Monogram kits. Thanks and keep up the good work!

Well I to0 have to say WHAT a BEAUTIFUL job you have done on this kit.I know I will be replaying many times how and what you did to get this effect on this kit.Now I just need to find a decent sprayer and take my time.Tanx again for your episodes.

Thank You so much.In my last text I meant to say nose bubble.But I understand what your saying.tanx again.WSG

Stunning work 👌love the monogram (og) kits. Thank you very much for this series 👍

I've read such bad things about this kit that I was put off buying it. But you have rekindled my enthusiasm for it. My only problem is work space and I don't think my garden is big enough to keep it!! Might have to stick with the Revell 1/72 which probably means the 1/48. Fantastic result sir, great series, thank you.

Just amazing build Simon I am passionate about the Flying Fortress and I found the reveal quite moving, I hope my Memphis Belle looks half as good as yours and keep the builds coming look forward to watching them

Just came across your channel and must say what a Ray of awesome builds been watching your B17 build diary amazing build and weathering just recently started my B17 Memphis Belle build as part of group build on the 80th anniversary of Pearl Harbour just subbed to your channel as all my builds I will be lighting and adding motors to the props hopefully it will turn out as good as your build anyway rant over greetings from Ireland seamus 👍

MR. Webb, hello Bill here.Was wonder what is the best WAY for covering the glass pieces for top turrert ball turrent noise and cockpit.Ant ideas would be greatly apprecieated.tanx.WSG

Hola le estoy iniciando en el mundo de pintar maquetas y me he comprado este mismo avión me gustaría que me dijeras qué colores has utilizado para pintarlo muchas gracias

Simon,just discovered your channel and thoroughly enjoyed your superb work and watching the wonderful B17 take shape.I am returning to modelling after a break of 40+ years and acquired 4 B17’s & a Liberator in 1/48.I admit I am a little daunted at starting out. Some questions please- 1) Never used an Airbrush (yet),can I get a decent finish using a brush? 2) Loved the pre-shading look,is that possible with a brush? 3) Sorry if I missed it,but you seemed to be handling the model without any gloves,did you seal the paintwork beforehand and if so how? 4) My plan is to suspend my flight of Forts,can you modify the undercarriage to wheels up position? Really appreciate it if you get opportunity to reply. Best wishes from a new subscriber Stuart

Amazing work !!!! Which olive drab you have used thanks indeed

why this annoying saying "guys" all the time it really is annoying to a great deal of people and spoilt otherwise a good video