CliffB Posted March 30, 2013 Author Share Posted March 30, 2013 Oh, one other thing that I meant to mention. After much head scratching, I've determined that the rear fuselage of the Huma kit is 5mm too short (and that is why the decals appear to go further back than they should). Just in case you were wondering! Cliff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousDFB1 Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 Nice one Cliff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted April 2, 2013 Author Share Posted April 2, 2013 Thanks Mish. Well I got bored and decided to go for it with the paint brush. Here are the squiggles applied to one side so far (now put aside to dry). I think it's OK if you don't get too close... Cliff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted April 2, 2013 Author Share Posted April 2, 2013 I've managed to get the squiggles finished tonight. I'm quite pleased with the result, but the more I look at the pattern on the top wing the more I get 'Austin Powers' rather than 'Third Reich'.... Cliff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike N Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 "the more I look at the pattern on the top wing the more I get 'Austin Powers' rather than 'Third Reich'...." I think that is a really good effect you've managed there Cliff, I bet it was very difficult to maintain the line thickness so great job! Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldhouse Posted April 7, 2013 Share Posted April 7, 2013 Very nicely done so far. !! Superb Job on the camo !! Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Learstang Posted April 8, 2013 Share Posted April 8, 2013 Great looking Gotha! I still think I'll stick with the simpler black and white scheme on mine. I don't have the courage for Luftwaffe mottles, much less squiggles! Regards, Jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted April 8, 2013 Author Share Posted April 8, 2013 Thank you guys - your comments are much appreciated. I am expecting this to be my penultimate post as the Gotha is now ready to have it's top wing fixed on and then rigged. Changes since last time include the 'bomb sighting lines' decals, the windscreen and a pair of scratch built extended exhausts, complete with flame dampers. Cheers Cliff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smuts Posted April 8, 2013 Share Posted April 8, 2013 Looking very good mate, like the squiggles.. Andy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheeley Posted April 8, 2013 Share Posted April 8, 2013 I think the squiggles came out really well Cliff, I'd be pleased with that result Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted April 12, 2013 Author Share Posted April 12, 2013 Thank you for your kind comments guys Well here it is finished (with more photos in the gallery). Not the most authentic build I'm sure, but I have really enjoyed it. Lots of little challenges, but nothing too daunting. Thanks for all your support! Cliff 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyC Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 Love it mate! That's such a neat build and finish 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike N Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Great job Cliff, very nice! Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pabbi Posted April 19, 2013 Share Posted April 19, 2013 looks very cool with those squiggles cheers, Ragnar 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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