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ATF Third Anniversary GB - Roger410's build
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PostPosted: Sun 21 Jun 2009 22:54 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Very impressive build.....Great job with all the Sherman tweaks, it really has improved the old girl no end.  

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PostPosted: Mon 22 Jun 2009 21:22 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks Andy,

I drew heavily on your work and that of Bruce (Brews) in last year`s Sherman GB.
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PostPosted: Sun 05 Jul 2009 16:12 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

A new brass barrel from Milicast fitted.



It fairly improves the look of turret.
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PostPosted: Sun 05 Jul 2009 16:33 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Very good work indeed, the gun looks great and I only just noticed the blade sight.....Nice touch!  

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PostPosted: Sun 05 Jul 2009 22:28 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Final shots.




I know the seascape is a bit rough and ready but better than it sitting on a cutting mat.


Loose in the garden.
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PostPosted: Sun 05 Jul 2009 23:00 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Looks good Roger    and I like the Carrierbag Sea  
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PostPosted: Mon 06 Jul 2009 16:32 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Great build Roger.
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PostPosted: Mon 06 Jul 2009 21:31 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Excellent build, the brass gun barrel really improves the look of the Sherman.  
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