FFR2608

Started a new kit this month. Most of the running gear is set up so I plan on showing the detail and paint work.


Rivet counters beware!

My idea for this Sherman comes from documentation suggesting the US had the 17pdr guns installed in a small number of tanks. I also liked the white camo pattern used to disguise the gun so I went with it.

Like my rocket Pershing, this is a what if model. Maybe a 1946 Firefly that had the HVSS suspension and the Firefly armament. I am also implementing an interesting camo scheme that I found on a Dragon armor 1/72nd Sherman.
As for details, I added some soldered brass covers the wood nose mounted storage plank and alot of dents/damage. Wood ration boxes, chains and sleeping gear will fill the rear of the hull.


Here is the paint scheme and some of the progress:

karma99

Very nice looking tank mate

Not sure if this is any use to you, pic of a BEF Firefly from a visit to Bovington back in the summer

Panther F

I had the same inspiration after seeing this topic:

http://www.missing-lynx.com/gallery/...flysz48_1.html

It will give me an excuse to use a longer barrel in a turret that doen't have to be the T-23. All I need to do is make the 17pdr mantlet and the rest of the details are easy.

But, it's very low on the 'to build' list.

FFR2608

thanks for the info.

Love the look of the long barrel Shermans. Here is the article I found for the inspiration:


http://freespace.virgin.net/shermani...fly/usnew.html


DH

FFR2608

One more shot showing the barrel camo. Supposed to trick the Germans into thinking It had the 105 gun.


DH

FFR2608

oops....

pantiger man

Beautiful sherman there FFR.

heavyaslead

Well done. You have done good research. The Americans did have a few 17pdr installed but used the rounded rear turret instead of squared.

The Firefly has been a favourite for some time. The barrel is quite accurate, where did you get it?

BTW Are you planning to have the single barrel or the dummy 105 out the end of the turret?

Great build!

FFR2608

Thanks,

I'm going with the single barrel version. Just waiting for the battle system now so I can close the turret up.
Got the barrel off ebay for about $20.


DH

Panther F

Tamiya sells it:


http://www.tamiyausa.com/product/ite...oduct-id=53934

edoubleaz

My Feedback: (1)

DH,

Any progress? You should white-wash it when you are done.

FFR2608

Hey Ethan,

A bit of detail work but no photos. I will post them after the holiday break. I did add some lead to the inside of the new radio box. It helps to balance the turret out.



DH

FFR2608

Back from vacation and the Firefly is done. Here are a few in progress shots during painting. Very happy with the final result. Camo is a nice change for the Sherman.

FFR2608

Weathering and details. Came up with some new ways to get the rusted metal look and it came out great. As always, ration boxes are real wood but the tool handles are still plastic. (sorry Ethan). Barrel camo is very convincing.

FFR2608

Outdoor shots. Shows some of the details better. Wanted to thank Ethan and Kevin for the countless information and advice on this project.
Now, lets build the T34..............




DH

crosswind4

Nice tank FFR

That's one of the best i've seen.

I would like to buy a Sherman and convert it to a Firefly but it seem's that the turret kit is no longer available.

Doe's anyone know of a source?

Dave

crosswind4

Sorry Guy's my mistake.

I ment to say the Easy Eight turret kit is out of stock from Backyard Armor I thought it was the same.

FFR2608

Thanks,

I hear there are still some unbuilt ones.
Does anyone see a market for this kit?
How about a new cast hull? I have been thinking about producing these for some time now.

Any feedback would be appreciated.............


m4a1e8

edoubleaz

My Feedback: (1)

HELL YES I WANT A CAST HULL!

Dugster

YEA, WHAT HE SAID!

ksoc

Make that two votes for;

"HELL YES I WANT A CAST HULL! "

please

Kevin O'C
<S.C.A.T.>

GD Dave

Hey, can you explain the new ways for the "rusted metal" look. Would help alot of people, including myself.

FFR2608

I'll post a short demo next week with photos of the colors I use and how I apply it.


DH

FFR2608

Had a great battleday last week. Here is a shot of the firefly near a burned out town. The effectiveness of the barrel camo is very obvious.





DH

heavyaslead

That's a good Firefly! Makes me want to get a Sherman!

You are right on the gun camo, must have really worked in real life.