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Makes me question what even is the point of calling something "correction" or "upgrade" set, if You are left with same shape error at the end.
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Another bid by QB to make a quick buck, resulting in their customers just wasting money...
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Who knows more about the internal camouflage of J7W1 Shinden?
warhawk replied to BOBO's topic in Aircraft WWII
While discussing the J7W1, I'd like to throw in another dilemma - should you see the "guts" (engine, installations, etc) throught the main wheel wells (like on Fw190D for example) or not? My logic leads me to the second option. It was only a prototype, so a lot had to be left accessible to groundcrews for quick "bug ironing". Would love to hear other opinions. -
Fokker D.XXI - 1/72 Special Hobby reissue (new parts)
warhawk replied to warhawk's topic in The Rumourmonger
I beg to disagree. That maybe applies to the "Dutch defender" box. But "Dutch Patrol" box has significantly more resin goodies inside. -
As announced on Scalemates Announcement says "new parts". Boxart seem like previous "Dutch Patrol" box.
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1/72 - Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-3 by Armory Models Group - released
warhawk replied to Homebee's topic in The Rumourmonger
This is a compromise solution, often seen in small-scale production, in order to ensure no mold flaws in this part. IMHO, it is always easier to address joints that are not parralel to panels (or along the very panels themselves). -
JRF-5 Goose (NAS Jacksonville 1941) + colors and codes?
warhawk replied to warhawk's topic in Aircraft WWII
Thanks to all for helping me pin down the colors, and at least a smaller scope to search for serials. -
source: Wikimedia Commons Looking at this interesting JRF-5, stationed at NAS Jacksonville in 1941, I can't help but to wonder on couple of things: What was the upper color? Azmodel calls for ANA 608 Intermediate blue on upper surfaces What was the lower color? Azmodel depicts it as just "Light Grey" on lower surfaces... Is there any way to determine the codes on the tail? Thanks for looking!
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Sure hope that 'Cannon Fighter' box also gets upgraded.
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Looking for thoughts on Italeri's 1/72 SM.82 kit
warhawk replied to Wm Blecky's topic in Aircraft WWII
Dimensionally speaking, Italeri Marsupiale is almost spot-on to plans from "Ali D' Italia" publication. One detail I plan to address is the fabric effect on the rear fuselage. Should be ribs, but given as panel lines. Pretty easy to correct with some streched sprue, though. Only thing stopping me from building it is inability to decide which cammo/decal option to choose. -
Tamiya 1/48th P-47N "Some Punkins" 73rd FS, 318th FG
warhawk replied to Tbolt's topic in Ready for Inspection - Aircraft
Superb model, as well as photography. What kind of lighting do You use?- 29 replies
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Polikarpov U-2 with sanitary capsules (ICM 1/72)
warhawk replied to AC87's topic in Ready for Inspection - Aircraft
Agreed, the ICM new-new tool (No. 72243 and 72244) is completely different (and slightly better) than the ICM new-tool (No. 72241 and 72242), which is already fantastic. One major difference between the tools is that new-new tool correctly represents wartime wing (6 ribs in mid section), while new-tool correctly represents pre-war wing (7 ribs in mid section). Regards, Aleksandar -
Polikarpov U-2 with sanitary capsules (ICM 1/72)
warhawk replied to AC87's topic in Ready for Inspection - Aircraft
Nice work on the winter distemper. And (judging by the trap door below) literally DROP THEM OFF to the hospital! -
Tachikawa Ki-77 Planet Models 1/72
warhawk replied to kalle's topic in Ready for Inspection - Aircraft
Beautiful work. How would You describe the quality of resin (in terms of air holes and defects)? -
1/72 - Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-3 by Armory Models Group - released
warhawk replied to Homebee's topic in The Rumourmonger
Looks good. Covers all the "interesting ones" 😎 -
Douglas O-31A in 1/72. A what...???
warhawk replied to Sabrejet's topic in Work in Progress - Aircraft
Consolidated Aircraft Co. design team would like to have a word with you. -
Douglas O-31A in 1/72. A what...???
warhawk replied to Sabrejet's topic in Work in Progress - Aircraft
I'd even dare say "Lovely legwork"! Wheel-spats are really a cherry on top (err, bottom) of a retro 30-ies cake. -
https://cedarcide.com/blogs/guides/10-natural-tips-get-rid-carpenter-ants I am so very, very sorry...
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Savoia-Marchetti SM.79 brown and green camouflage
warhawk replied to TheKinksFan's topic in Aircraft WWII
More precisely, here: https://www.stormomagazine.com/RegiaAeronauticaColorsinWWII_3a.htm Nor Verde Mimetico 2, nor Bruno Mimetico were used by the SIAI factory, so this might have been a field paint-job with what was found at hand.- 7 replies
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Ah yes, the "Spitfire on steroids".
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Anchors are visible on upper wing roundels in the image.
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Looking at operation photos, this smaller trolley was used only for prototype (or pre-series?) aircraft with two-blade prop. Larger one is by far prevalent in photos I have.
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I think the best approcach would be to assemble the Late 298 model first, then take approx. measurement from float width and distance to each other. That's how I plan to do it if I ever start my Azur kit.
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Unfortunately, photos are all we have now...