RMCS Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 This is my first build of 2016! The Original Airfix 1:48 EE Lightning F2A release. I have upgraded the cockpit using the superb Neomega resing tub and seat, along with the Eduard PE set for the undercarriage. The decals are from the RAF Germany set by Model Alliance. This is my first build portraying a bare metal finish. I have read ,amy stories about the success and problems with Alclad, so I decided to have a go with the new Vallejo Metal colours which are acrylic and I prefer to work with. Although an old tooling this kit is sublime to work with and goes together beautifully. I had no issues at all, although I was slightly concenred how old the decals in the kit which I was going to have to use for all the airdcrafts stencils. Once primed with Tamiys light grey I painted the blue spine and fin, post shaded and when cured masked. I then applied the Vallejo gloss black primer. I did this in light layers, sanding with fine grit to keep a smooth surface until it was like glass. I left the primer to cure for 3 days and then plunged into the world of Bare Metal, again lightly spraying the base colour of aluminium and once dry highliting and sccetuating indvidusal panels with a varisance of Durillium, white alluminium and steel. The under belly was done with chrome and again highlighted using different colours. Whilst this was left to cure I ventured into another realm of modelling I have never attempted! Using metal foil I managed to get a decent finish on the nose and exhaust rings. This was an important step for me as I have not come accross a chrome paint that comes close to this sort of finish, and the polished metal nose ring of the Lightning which it is famous for! The whole model was then given a coat of vallejos metal gloss coat, patience is definatley required for this metal finish look, so after a couple of days to nsure everything was cured I started on the decals. This brought the model to life, once completed another coat of gloss clear was added and I then finished of with a light grey panel wash on the metal and a dark wash on the blue spine and tail. I am really pleased with how it turned out. The Vallejo paints worked very well and in my opinion are as good as Alclad in finish. 41 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Low flyer Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 I think you have got that just about right 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan B Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 I think that is excellent, no wonder you are pleased with the way it turned out, I'd be jumping with joy! Duncan B 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 superb looking lightning, very nmf and great job on the weathering looks just right..... nice job 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artie Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Outstanding metal finish.......your patience has paid off an excellent result. OK, let's admit you've started witha good base, as the Airfix kit is second to none, but your work has turned it into a head turner. cheers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Fantastic,....... I love this scheme and you have done a great job, Cheers Tony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenko Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Nice one 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Stunning, very nice work! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FatFlyHalf Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Jawdropping! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 That looks lovely, really nicely done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James G Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Wow that's an impressive shiny beast! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivan-o Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Super job!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Beautiful work ,especially the metal finish. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4u Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Cracking work looks ace. Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcdonnell Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Hello,RMCS - My compliments to you on a beautiful looking build of your 'Lightning'. I love the quality and detail of the paint and finishing work and commend the realistic patina.She looks resplendent in her 92 Sqn colours and is a superb tribute to the type.All the best,Paul. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canberra kid Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 (edited) Very nice indeed! John Edited February 4, 2016 by canberra kid 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Superb, a beautifully rendered model with a great scheme, Sean 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwality8 Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Looks the business! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted February 4, 2016 Author Share Posted February 4, 2016 Thank you for all the great comments, glad you all have enjoyed looking at her... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noeyedears Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 I built the f6 and it's still my favourite, the airfix kit is a good'Un and the lightning itself is awesome. I love your f2 very much. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roof Rat Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Na don't like it............I love it, you've done a fantastic job, congratulations RR 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mirageiv Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 What a beast! Excellent job of it mate, one to be proud of! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
At Sea Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Lovely. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phone Phixer Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Superb work. Amazing NMF. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawel Szczudlyk Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Fantastic! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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