Contest winner indeed..!
A very pleasurable build.

Just watched parts 1 & 2.  Enjoyed it and gave me some good ideas on painting.  In the process of building a 1/48 Dauntless and will definitely incorporate them.

I can listen to this music and watch for hours likely. Well done.

The WILDCAT is my favorite aircraft from WW2... I have this kit...also have a ACADEMY 1/72 WILDCAT...with photo etch parts and a SQUADRON canopy... I also have three REVELL 1/72 WILDCATS... with the classic box art from I think late 60s 70s
Built quite a few MONOGRAM 1/48 WILDCATS thru the years...all with different markings MARINE , US NAVY ,
Wake island defenders. , BUTCH O’ HARE GUADALCANAL DEFENDERS...OPERATION TORCH in North Africa...tough little airplane

I like this plane a lot

This model is awesome. I think the only little problem is the raised detail on the kit , but it looks awesome congrats

Wonderful build.A joy to watch.Looking forward to part 2.

Love your videos, Chad. Relatable! Yup, those little Airfix kits are wonderful. Still, haters gonna hate on Airfix. They did have issues with the quality of the plastic, etc, but gee, they have improved their kits.

Great vid, excellent work on  the Wildcat.

amazing first part cant wait to see part 2

I love your video some much, I like and subscribe. Keep up the good job

I live the 1:72 airfix aircraft. Really all of then because they are so cheap, but such high quality.

nice kit! good video!

I like very much, nice, nice work....I`ll wait second part!!!, thanks for sharing!

I’ve recently found your channel and will be following more of your uploads.
Many compliments to you for your relaxed, modest and informal commentary as well as the great skills and techniques you introduce us to.
I am really in awe of the steady hands you have when detail painting in the cockpit etc.. Also your confidence and care in airbrushing around the unmasked cockpit.
How long did you leave the oil washes to dry before placing the decals? Or have you a speedy drying method? + What varnish do you then apply?
Excellent work, thank you.

I’m new to your channel. But you have me interested.

I wish all colors were identified - Interior green with a dark wash, then a second unidentified sprayed color , followed by a lighter wash?

Awesome, Chad ! I have a question regarding your oil paint technique... if I’m using MRP lacquer paint for my base, would putting mineral spirits on it lift the lacquer base coat?

8:52 did you coat before weathering with oil paint and white spirit?

Great job so far, Chad. What airbrush are you using?