Shelliecool Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 Ready for inspection is my 1:72 Italeri Dakota Mk.III, this is the first time I have built a larger aircraft, and I hope it will give me confidence to tackle the Halifax and Lancaster which are currently tucked up in my stash. So to the build, the kit went together pretty well, the fuselage halves are a bit of a pain to line up, but otherwise the kit required only a little amount of filler (which is always a bonus). The underside is brush painted, and the olive drab from a trusty rattle can (thanks to my lovely other half!). I should say I got an airbrush for my birthday and am growing in confidence with it, so hopefully my next build will be painted that way. Anyway back to the Dak, the decals caused me to sweat a little (and have a few beers!), but with the help of micro set, they soon were in place. I'm pretty happy with my first 'big' build, and more importantly I have discovered new respect, and love for the handsome looking aircraft. Thanks, Michelle. 35 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gorby Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 Lovely job, beautiful model! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beard Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 That's very nice and I'm very impressed that you did the invasion stripes using the decals, just goes to show that beer is essential to modelling. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Ford Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 That's lovely. Such an iconic look with the invasion stripes. Think I had this one when I was a young lad. Congratulations, all the best, Martin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 Nice job there Michelle. I'm about to follow you down the airbrush route so I'm keen to see how you get on with it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
almac Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 Top notch Dakota there Michelle. I’ve got the same kit at an advanced stage but gave up when one row of windows fell inside. Seeing how good it looks when finished makes think I should get on and finish it. Cheera Allan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 A fine Dak Michelle,great move into larger aircraft. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romeo Alpha Yankee Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 Nice to see this one done, a fine result 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noelh Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 You know what appeals to me straight away is the two lads sitting in the doorway, chatting. Really reminds of my time skydive flying when the weather would stop operations and we would sit in the back of the aeroplane having a laugh. That's a really nice touch. You've a great eye for detail. Sometimes modellers forget aeroplanes are as much about the people who fly in them. Nice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Mc Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 That turned out fine. The Italeri Dak is a decent kit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janneman36 Posted October 15, 2017 Share Posted October 15, 2017 1 hour ago, Eric Mc said: That turned out fine. The Italeri Dak is a decent kit. This is in fact the old Esci moulding And it indeed turned out fine 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted October 15, 2017 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Im not sure why there are two entries for your build. But nice Dakota 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Mc Posted October 15, 2017 Share Posted October 15, 2017 7 hours ago, janneman36 said: This is in fact the old Esci moulding And it indeed turned out fine Yes - I know it's from the Esci mould. I built one recently. It was an Italeri boxed version - like this one. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelliecool Posted October 15, 2017 Author Share Posted October 15, 2017 8 hours ago, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: Im not sure why there are two entries for your build. But nice Dakota 👍 Only because when I pressed submit it said something went wrong, wait a minute and resubmit. I did that and it appeared twice.....I'm not trying to attract double the attention..... Honest!😉 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted October 15, 2017 Share Posted October 15, 2017 That is brilliant. Well done! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stever219 Posted October 15, 2017 Share Posted October 15, 2017 A very nice result there. I also like the two blokes sitting in the back, and your rather battered-looking chocks. My Airfix Dak is presently stalled as the wing root joint needs some major sorting out and the fuselage crown seam has split, again!😖 Yours might just be the inspiration I need to dust it off and try to get it finished. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted October 15, 2017 Share Posted October 15, 2017 I suspected as much ... wasn't thinking you were trying to double up. 6 hours ago, Shelliecool said: 15 hours ago, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: Only because when I pressed submit it said something went wrong, wait a minute and resubmit. I did that and it appeared twice.....I'm not trying to attract double the attention..... Honest!😉 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jean Posted October 15, 2017 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Hi Michelle, that is a great Dakota. Super job! I am not sure, when the decals start to become cantankerous, that beer drinking is the best way to success. I would personally go for a good single malt whisky. You need less to reach the point where decals can go to hell! On this airplane isn't there a nickname somewhere under the cockpit? Great show! Lucky you to have an airbrush to play with. I first need to have electricity, then I will think about the airbrush. JR 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glatisant Posted October 16, 2017 Share Posted October 16, 2017 Really nice build. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mutley Posted October 16, 2017 Share Posted October 16, 2017 15 hours ago, jean said: .. On this airplane isn't there a nickname somewhere under the cockpit? On the BBMF's Dak there is, but ZA947 never flew with the RAF prior to 1971 when she transferred from the RCAF. This is a lovely build of the RAFs workhorse during WW2, I do like the Paras sat by the load door 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Mc Posted October 16, 2017 Share Posted October 16, 2017 Has anybody ever jumped out of ZA947? I remember seeing her tooling around the Farnborough circuit in her RAE colours. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mutley Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 (edited) On 10/16/2017 at 1:57 PM, Eric Mc said: Has anybody ever jumped out of ZA947? I remember seeing her tooling around the Farnborough circuit in her RAE colours. I believe the Paras sometimes do, and if there will most likely jump at next years Dakotas over Normandy Edited October 18, 2017 by Mutley 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Mc Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 I knew that there have been ceremonial drops from various DC-3/C-47/Dakotas over the years but I just wasn't sure if ZA947 had been used for these types of occasions. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sturmovik Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 @Shelliecool can you give me a run down of the fit issues with this kit? I just bought it, and I'd like to be armed with ideas on how to tackle those issues. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfman Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 Very nice looking Dak, I’m inspired to dig out mine ! Wulfman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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