rmcclure Posted January 2, 2013 Share Posted January 2, 2013 Hi All, First off the bench in 2013 is my attempt at the Hobby Boss 1/48 Grumman Wildcat - the early F4F-3 version. I chose this because I wanted to have a go at some pre-war US colours. I seem to have used a lot of brown, green and grey recently so it was a nice break to introduce some colour to things. My WIP thread is here WIP and, overall, I really enjoyed building this kit and can recommend it. Not quite add glue and shake it, a la Tamigawa but nice to build nonetheless. Most seams needed no or very little filler and fit was very good overall apart from a couple of annoying areas that I can't do much about. I'll leave those to the eagle-eyed to find for themselves! This also marks my first attempt at using masks instead of decals. Mal at Miracle Masks cut all the markings except the smallest characters (those being decals - serials on wings and tail) and I'm very pleased indeed at how simple they were to use and the quality of results that can be achieved with patience and a deft touch. Paints used are a fair mix - more detail on that in the WIP. the whole model was finished with Vallejo's acrylic gloss varnish, of which I'm a growing fan. Promodeller black wash was used to highlight the very nicely and finely moulded panel and rivet detail. Comment and critique is always welcome and I hope you enjoy the shots. Thanks a lot to all of you who gave me some very, very helpful advice on colours during the WIP too. I hope you enjoy looking. Cheers all and a Happy New Year, Roger 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colin Posted January 2, 2013 Share Posted January 2, 2013 Very nice build and brilliant finish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderjug Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 Now thats sweet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod bettencourt Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 Very nice, I am working on -4 myself. Thanks for sharing. Rod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foghorn Leghorn Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 That is lovely. And a stonking finish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 What a Finish !!! Well done...love it!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tornado Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 That's a lovely finish you have there. Nice build Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbuna Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 Very nice indeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSTON Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 SPLENDIFEROUS .... WHAT A LOVELY DELIGHTFUL BRIGHT looking model.. I think she oozes STYLE.. GOOD job !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmcclure Posted January 4, 2013 Author Share Posted January 4, 2013 Thanks all for the very kind comments. I just realised that I really should have named the forum members who helped me with colours so Old Man and Navy Bird - thanks an awful lot to both of you for some invaluable advice and research sites. Cheers all, Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warris Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 Very nice, nice finish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greased Lightning Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 No that is a gorgeous model! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notty Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 That is gorgeous, lovely and clean and striking to look at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viper3111 Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 Now that is impressive, Lovely build!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clift Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 Superb! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 That is gorgeous. Stephen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tank152 Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 What a great looking aircraft, you've nailed the paint work on that, great job all round. Using masks is on my to do list for this year, looking at that you've sold me the idea. Tim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 Looks ace, in my ignorance I didn't realise wildcats were per-war. Great scheme and very well executed. Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnylurve Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 That is amazing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Mcellaney Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 Great work just love the yellow wings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turnerdad Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 (edited) Gorgeous model, looks to my eye anyway that Hobby Boss have done a good job on this kit which is refreshing. Beautiful markings too. Edited January 6, 2013 by turnerdad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveinns Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 That is an exceptional looking model, feel free to post anymore similar pre-war marked USN aircraft ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmcclure Posted January 7, 2013 Author Share Posted January 7, 2013 What a great looking aircraft, you've nailed the paint work on that, great job all round. Using masks is on my to do list for this year, looking at that you've sold me the idea. Tim. Hi Tim, Have a go - they're brilliant to use and I'm a definite convert now. Mal at Miracle Masks is a great help and will cut masks that don't appear in his current catalogue if he can, as he did for me. I sent him a scan of my decal sheet and measurements of the markings I wanted and that was pretty much it. Patience, a good eye and delicate touch is all you need really. Good luck, Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diego Quijano Posted January 11, 2013 Share Posted January 11, 2013 Superb finish Roger. The scheme is eally eyecatchig. Q Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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