F7F-3 Tigercat

[FlyingS]

Parts cut out and red to start making saw dust. The -3 Tigercat was the Navy carrier version but ended up going to the Marines because they proved to be too big for the carriers of the day. The photograph is from 1947, notice the wooden flight deck. When the Navy went to Jets they ripped up the wood decks so the Navy did away with the wood flight decks. (That's my father standing at the tail section.

[lastvautour]

I love this stage. It is so full of promise. Good beginning Harvey.

Lou

[FlyingS]

Thanks! Each one is different and I like to tryout different approaches and settle on what works best for the next one.

[Gearup]

Your dad looks pretty cool in that picture!
Fraser

[Boomerang]

Looking good Harvey.

Gordon

[FlyingS]

The finished product. The markings match the plane in the previous photo. 1/72 scale (8.5" wingspan)

[lastvautour]

You have made a magnificent Tigercat. An excellent tribute.

Lou

[FlyingS]

Thanks for the compliment Lou! 

[Jim]

Sharp looking Tigercat!

[Boomerang]

 Well done Harvey.

Gordon