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Mark D
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When I was there two weeks ago today, they said it was being painted, possibly as we spoke. I'll be there tomorrow and will update you. Say hi to the misses!

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CraigQ
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Fighter Factory hangar closed on the weekends but here's a sneak peek.

Paint scheme went on this week and the insignia and other stencils next week. We unwrapped it this morning and finished up some nook and crannies around the gear area.

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:shock: BAWAAAAAAAAAA?!?!? That is one nice looking Wildcat! That was Duponts?!?!?! I don't believe it! :D Awesome job! Awesome turnaround time.

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really sweet! but you know were going to need more pics than that just that one teaser. thanks
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:heart: OMG! Does she look awesome! Kinda miss the early 1941 scheme but MAN! That is still sweet!

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yes that's much better, thanks a lot, GREAT looking Wildcat
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Wow that is beautiful!

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WOW! What can I say, except they did the restoration fast and it is absolutely beautiful.

That should be a trophy winner, in fact it should win a few.

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That's beautiful work.

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Is the paint flat? It sure looks like it is, and I LOVE it! It has a really authentic feel, at least in the couple of photos posted... Can't wait to see it in person!

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That is one great looking Wildcat!

KUDOS!!!

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darn Craig, that's GORGEOUS. So are you guys going to put a Pungo field code on it?

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Craig,
Congrats to you and all your folks. I know it is pushing, any date for the first flight? Will have vacation time soon and I can't think of a better reason to play hookie from work! Keep Al's toes on the line.
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