Airfix 1/24 Spitfire IX, Times 2
By Niels Sørensen
I decided to have a go at the Airfix 1/24 Spitfire Mk IXc. Who doesn´t love a Spitfire?
I really wanted to make a desert camouflage version as they have always been very attractive to me, but during the build I realized I have never actually built a Mk IXc in the standard Grey/Green Camo! So now you understand why immediately after building JE-J I started working on a desert camo version. Call me crazy but the kit is actually really good and a joy to build.
I did not want a heavily weathered aircraft, hatches open or engine compartment showing. It was all about showing off the beautiful lines of this incredible aircraft. I also don´t think, if I am completely honest, that the engine is detailed enough for a 1/24 scale kit - I hope someone will make a 3D resin engine with all the details on it and I will consider building a 3rd model.
Both models have resin doors, resin wheels, Master Model guns and the Eduard exhaust stacks - these are pretty essential as the Airfix versions are quite messy.
JE-J has all the external markings painted on using the stunning 1ManArmy masking set - Not enough good things can be said about this set: just get it!
UM-B has the Airscale cockpit set as well as the Barracuda control column. All markings are painted on this kit as well. The Airscale cockpit is really nice but it does require a bit of work. The tolerances in the Airfix kit are very, very tight so expect to make some adjustments. It does look great when finished though.
Enjoy!
© Niels Sørensen 2025
This article was published on Saturday, May 31 2025; Last modified on Sunday, June 01 2025