andyh59 Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 After residing in my stash since its initial release in 1999 and having collected add-ons and references for all this time, I have eventually pulled this kit from the stash to build. The end result being the following :- The machine depicted is based on a photograph found on the internet, as I wanted to avoid all the usual codes the 219 is usually depicted in. The actual machine was found semi-destroyed (cockpit & nose completely destroyed) at Munster Handorf April 1945, full code G9 + SK, belonging to 2/NJGr1.I have applied a werknummer which is in a batch applied to He219A-7 series although most probably incorrect for this particular machine. The kit is the only rendition of the He219 in 1/48 scale and whilst a fairly accurate kit lacks the detail usually expected in kits these days, but with the aid of the also 'vintage' Aires detail set, Cooper Details corrected nose, corrected intakes, spinners, blades from Ebay ( I believe them to be from Andreas Duda). Radar aerials & gun barrels from Master, masks from Montex & wire of various types. I am also grateful to Zoukai Mura for allowing you to download their instruction booklet for their 1/32 kit which gave me details I might have missed otherwise, would be even more grateful if they would downsize their kit to 1/48!!!!! I am not completely satisfied with the end result, at times I felt like consigning the whole thing to the scrap heap. This was due in the main to the poor fit between the Aires detail set and the kit its self (probably of my own making but still highly frustrating at times). I spent far more time on this project than I usually would, I leave you with some pics of the hidden detail within the finished kit. Andy 33 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLCH Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 What an incredible model you've made ! How did you get such a great finish on the camo ? I've often looked at the kit but shied away because of the paintjob. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildeSau75 Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Wow, this is a superb Build of Luftwaffes finest night fighter. the level of detail and the painting is 1st class - love it. cheers, Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polo1112 Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 A really wonderful and particularly eye catching model. You Uhu is fantastic !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reini78 Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 excellent build and camo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire31 Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Not many models I've seen of the Uhu have a camouflage that has that special effect of looking like light colour on dark and then turn around to dark on a light background, and back again as you watch. In fact, it was often light squiggles sprayed on a dark base and here it's captured to perfection. This is one remarkably evocative He 219 representation. Bravo! Kind regards, Joachim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD tiger 1 Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Wow really stunning job, all that extra work paid off, Paint job is fantastic Regards JD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bertie McBoatface Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 A1 job there. Super painting. Detail work paid off too,I think. Especially the u/c bays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dakkg651 Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Absolutely superb piece of artwork. I have a built Revell 32nd Uhu which has been awaiting its paint for months. Please let us know how you achieved such a fantastic result. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Amazing job ! Looks superb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyh59 Posted October 10, 2016 Author Share Posted October 10, 2016 Thanks for all your positive comments on my He219. The painting of the 219 was actually done in reverse i.e. the model was sprayed overall RLM 76 and then the RLM 75 patches were applied freehand with my Iwata airbrush. Follow this link to see related article concerning my choice of camouflage scheme. All the markings with the exception of the codes were airbrushed on using the Montex masks. The model was given an overall spray of Kleer followed by a final coat of Xtracrylic matt varnish. I kept weathering to a minimum as these aircraft probably did not see much service before being destroyed. On a final note the problem I had with applying the Vallejo Air paint appears to be due to the fact I used Ultimate thinners with them, since then I have used these paints again using Vallejo thinner and retarder with no problems whatsoever. Again thanks Regards Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 superb work. very nice job on the paint and detail... looks great.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booty003 Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 That is a stunning build. Very impressive camo. Really like the little details as well. It must be a real good size in 48 as well..!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djos Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 Lot of details, lot of work and result is superb! regards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham T Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 Stone me that's beautiful!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Air-to-Air Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 Excellent model. I am developing an interest in this aircraft, are there any references texts that you could recommend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallBlondJohn Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 I always suspect schemes like this are to give 'orrible little erks something to do. Nice job, I know its even harder to do than it looks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darby Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 If you'd have consigned this to the scrap heap you'd only end up wanting to 'Drown your sorrows at The Turnpike Inn.' It's a cracking build and you should be justly proud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ModellerUK Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Great diorama more importantly I love the detail in the engines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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