Wdedig Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 This has been a bit of a challenge . Turning the ESCI model into something a bit presentable. First model I have rescribed (so much damage to details during construction)..Not a habit I want to continue. Resin Interior(may not be as accurate as some would like), and Master Gun barrels and Pitot (Beautiful parts) Lots of modifications to backdate this kit closer to AD-4N. I did take a few liberties with some antennas and aircraft ID numbers, but still focused on the VMA-211 concept. Colors are Vallejo with Gunze GX-100 Clear Gloss over-coating. This model is part of an ongoing Wake Island Avengers theme. Thanks for looking Comments Welcome Cheers Bill 25 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Great Skyraider 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Happy Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Very nice work Wdedig👍 Who's decal sheet did you use❓ Cheers, Mr.Happy(In name only) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruce bay Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Never dared trying to rescribe anything! Looks like this worked out lovely for you. Great looking build. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franky boy Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Very nice work. Irs good to see a Skyraider in GSB for a change rather than the usual white and greys. James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wdedig Posted September 27, 2017 Author Share Posted September 27, 2017 10 hours ago, Mr.Happy said: Very nice work Wdedig👍 Who's decal sheet did you use❓ Cheers, Mr.Happy(In name only) Greetings Decal Sheet was Euro Decals, 1/72 & 1/48 scales ED-48107 - Korean War US Marine Corps Skyraiders Lettering from Spares (FC codes) Cheers Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4u Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Great looking Skyraider you certainly worked wonders with the old ESCI kit I have a couple of ESCI kits in the stash hope they turn out as good as your 'Spad'. Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abat Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Looks great. Lovely finish on the paintwork. I agree it's nice to see a different scheme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Hello There, You did put a enormous effort in this build. But,it does show it. Excellent. Regards, Orion / The Netherlands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wdedig Posted September 27, 2017 Author Share Posted September 27, 2017 Thank You All for the Positive feedback.This kit was not a throw in the glue and shake.Glad for the End Result Cheers Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerrardandrews Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 very nice, old kit made good😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airbus320 Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 What a beauty! Don't see that many GSB Skyraider models around. Great job with the ESCI kit too! Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJP Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 Bill your hard work paid off - your Skyraider looks great CJP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matti64 Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 Looks great, which is a major accomplishment. ESCI skyraider is not an easy kit to tackle and get a good result but you've really done it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wdedig Posted October 1, 2017 Author Share Posted October 1, 2017 Thank You all for the Very Positive comments. I am off to model the A-4M in VMA-211 markings. This will be Hasagawa and hopefully a little less challenging on the build. Cheers Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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