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1/72 RAAF Worimi Hornet - Academy + Ronin decals


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The Worimi hornet is complete. This model represents A21-23 that was dressed in Worimi group traditional artwork and colours to celebrate the service of indigenous people within the Australian Defence Force during 2016. The aircraft is adorned with the name of Warrant Officer Len Waters who was Australia's first known indigenous pilot who flew during the World War Two campaign. The excellent decals are by Ronin Graphics Australia and I can't speak highly enough for them. Although thin and delicate to handle, they were quite robust even with Mr Mark Softer setting solution. The kit is the vanilla version of the 1/72 Academy F/A-18A+ 'Red Devils'. It's probably the best kit in this scale to representative a RAAF machine. Big thanks to Bruce Anders for the decals and friend Paul for coming to town with the kit. Paints are all Gunze with AK weathering products and oils used for the final touches. Hope you like it as much as I enjoyed building it.

Cheers,
Mick

 

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10 hours ago, wyverns4 said:

Well, that's something rather different and rather splendid! :like:

 

Christian, exiled to africa

 

Thanks Christian. It's a rather spiffy scheme isn't it.

 

Mick

10 hours ago, Giorgio N said:

Love it !

 

Thanks Giorgio

 

10 hours ago, Meatbox8 said:

A great scheme and fitting tribute.  Ozzie Hornets always look good.  I think your panel line highlights are excellent. 

 

Thanks Meatbox. Actually, if there's one thing I'm not too fussed on is the panel lines. I used AK Dark Grey but I think I'd dial it back a bit as they are a bit too contrasty for me. I'm glad to hear you like it.

 

10 hours ago, batcode said:

nice work, and a great looking scheme....

 

Thanks Batcode.

 

9 hours ago, Gerrardandrews said:

Great F18, very colourful and so well made, and interesting history 😊

 

Thanks.

 

9 hours ago, F-32 said:

That's lovely work and a great scheme

 

Thanks.

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That colour scheme is just beautiful. I'm not a modern jet fan but somehow that, combined with the indigenous artwork, comes together Beautifully! Congrats!

 

Ian

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