Convair XFV-1
Blinder started with the Lindberg kit and greatly improved it by
adding a Monogram F-84 cockpit tub and instrument panel. The seat is
from the Monogram F-86 since it came closest to the real one. All the
throttle handles and cockpit detail came from other kits in his spare
parts bin. The harnesses, instruments, and bezels are by
Waldron. Intakes were made from 2 1:72 scale A-7s. The exhaust nozzle
is an F-100 intake tunnel. All metal canopy rails and reframing were
from Model Tech. He removed all the raised insignia detail, keeping
the rivet pattern, then painted it with High Test True Value Chrome,
polishing in various panels.
Base kit: Lindberg
Scale: 1/48
Model by: Blinder
Photos by: Blinder