Toshiro Saruwatari
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I have just sent my yen for the short kit and canopy. Hope to get them soon. In 1964, a squadron of JASDF F-86s drew the Olympic symbol over the skies of Tokyo, during the opening ceremony of the Olympic games. I was born then, but not old enough to remeber seeing it. Time passes, and I was fortunate and old enough, I guess, to see the final demostration flight of the JASDF Blue Impulse using F-86 at Iruma AFB Tokyo. I might be able to dig up some old photos stashed up someplace. So, my theme is set, white and blue Blue Impulse. Edited By Toshiro Saruwatari on 14/08/2019 03:09:02
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rather large box arrived at the door today, despite the fact that its a Sunday here. Much thanks to JPS, Japan Postal Service. 1,200yen in tariff was a bummer, but the big boy of the house is, ofcourse, happy. Cocoa and Rum are showing great interest. They seem to share my joy and enthusiasm. Canopy and spinner arrived intact. In the past, Jet Provost canopy arrived crushed, so I had requested Sarik Hobbies to pack well, and they obliged, did a good job. Dont think I can get started ASAP, but this time, I'll get her done and flying. Yes, there are two short kits here. Wider one is belated A4. Decided to make the best use of coupon offer and offset the cost of EXPENSIVE S&H by ordering two kits.
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My short kit is on its way. While I wait for it to arrive, I bought a copy of Hurricane book available here. By coincidence, it came out only a few weeks ago. Lots of informative info and photos. Made a good and interesting reading. Was a bit of a surprise to learn that Hawker Hurricane was the only figher which fought throughout WWI from 1939 to August 1945I, in active service.
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Phil, No, I didnt order a canopy. One reason for that was, Provost canopy arrived damaged. A reason why mine was not completed. Sending it back to Traplet for replacement was, cost wise, unacceptable. I will have to carve the canopy out from balsa anyway, so might as well pull my own. Edited By Toshiro Saruwatari on 20/02/2016 03:56:30