Brad Cancian Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Hello all – here is my latest completion – the Flashback 1/72 scale Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter. This was built out of the box, in the markings of N5241 of the 4th Escadrille, Royal Belgian Aeronautique Militaire, 1917. These aircraft were obtained by the Belgians from the British and saw a long service life, so I went for a weathered look. The decals came from a mixture of the Blue Rider sheet BR-236 “Royal Belgian Aeronautique Militaire 1914-1918” and the spares box. The kit was reasonable to build, however, be very careful fitting the struts – lots of test fitting is required and it took me a couple of tries. Even then, the wing isn’t quite at the right angle. Probably a combination of the kit and my poor construction skills…! Otherwise, it is a lovely kit straight out of the box. All comments and criticisms welcome! Thanks BC 38 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabbit Leader Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Brad, Just jumped onto BM and saw this post. To be honest I only read the title and not the author.... I should have known it was another one of yours - the Humbrol paint prop gave it away!! Another Classic beautifully modelled in Plastic. Cheers Dave (or as you know me - DFK). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Cancian Posted August 25, 2016 Author Share Posted August 25, 2016 Thanks DFK - thought you might have recognised my scaled up airfix tin! :-P Good to get this one off the bench. Cheers, BC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keeto™ Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 (edited) Oh my soul, that is unreal Brad. Absolutely beautiful. Rigging in 1/72 will probably drive me to copious amounts of alcohol. Edited August 28, 2016 by Keeto™ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimHead23 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Absolutely stunning. Amazing detail and finish. I really couldn't believe it was 1/72. Thanks for sharing. Regards Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3Chordwonder Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 wow! 1/72? jaw-dropping skill mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foghorn Leghorn Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 So there I was, thinking that's a stunner of a kit (especially the prop) and then along came the humbrol tin. Ok ... so this is 72nd eh? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 I've just bought an Eastern Express kit & these decals to do just the same, 'cept I can't see mine looking anything like as good as this masterpiece. Nice double plus. Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cngaero Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 That is seriously good Brad. The weathering is exceptional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avereda Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 I'm absolutely amazed, on top of all the skill that looks just fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 fantastic work, looks great in every way and only 1:72..... wow... nice work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meatbox8 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Having built the single seat bomber version of this kit I am amazed at what you have achieved here. The paint finish is exceptional and seriously makes it look 1/48th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 That's one of the best bi-planes in any scale I've seen here Brad,superb job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bristol boy Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Splendid little bi-plane, looks much bigger than 1/72 because of the neatness and excellent weathering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winenut Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 That is superb. Really beautiful build. Brilliant rigging, finish and weathering. Interesting subject too. I am actually astonished at what you've been able to achieve. Very inspiring 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basuroy Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Absolute master class ! I am used to seeing this kind of finish in 1/32nd wingnut wing kits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Wow I like that Brad,.....brilliant built, superb scheme and it looks like a real aircraft,....all that in a 1/72nd scale model,......mindblowingly good!! Cheers Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andymoore Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 awesome- I am particularly amazed at the twin wires, they must have been a nightmare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darby Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Very nice rendition of a lovely looking aircraft. I have failed three times on Strutters in the past. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sergey Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Hi Brad! Great job! One note, the plane had roundels on the fuselage. Good luck ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuro Nezumi Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Superb! It's hard to believe that she's 1/72 scale! Well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theskits62 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 So when did Humbrol start doing 1 gallon tins ?! Seriously though that is a stunning piece of work, well done !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Beema Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Brilliant modelling. I give up, I'm off to get my knitting!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Cancian Posted August 25, 2016 Author Share Posted August 25, 2016 Thanks for the very kind words folks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lightningboy2000 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 That is exceptionally good for 1/72. It does look more like 1/48. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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