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1/72 Revell Junkers Ju-88A4 'Winter Camo'


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Kit: 1/72 Revell Junkers Ju-88A4

(5K+IL) 3./KG3 Shatalowka (Russia), Autumn 1942.

Decals: Authentic

Extras: Eduard Photo Etch

Colors: Gunze/Mr.Hobby, Tamiya

Cockpit in construction.

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Dive brakes from the Eduard set. The kit parts are overscale.

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Brake lines from stretched sprue.

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Thanks for your interest.

Edited by Roman Schilhart
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That's really nice. Also interested in how the white was achieved.

First, I sprayed the standard 'Splinter Camoflage' with Gunze RLM colours according to instructions.

When dry, some parts of the model were covered with Tamiya Tape (larger areas, like the spine of the aircraft).

Around the tape I applied some Vaseline creme with an old brush, covering all edges.

Tiny bits of Vaseline were also applied all over the airframe in order to get a 'chipped effect'.

Then I oversprayed with Tamiya White, adding some color variations with drops of tan, creme and brown.

When this layer had dried out, I pulled off the masking tape and wiped the Vaseline creme away with a damp cloth.

This is a very safe technique that will not damage the underlying paint.

Finally, sanding with fine-grit wet&dry paper (8000-12000) to achieve a worn finish.

Sounds complicated but it's really easy to do.

Tried it first on the outer wing of my B-17G 'A Bit O'Lace' (http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234942534-172-revell-b-17g-a-bit-olace/).

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Thanks for the info. Yes I remember 'A Bit O Lace' now. Doesn't seem to difficult. Did you protect the under paint scheme at all or just vaseline over the top?

A better effect will be achieved when the basic camoflage is sealed with Gloss Cote.

It will be a little bit easier to remove the Vaseline creme when underlying surface is smooth, but can be done without this additional layer.

Both ways, there is absolutely no risk of damaging the basic paint as the Vaseline creme is not aggressive and leaves no residues of any kind.

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Absolutely love this scheme - every so often something comes along and you think "how the hell did they get that so convincing?". I'm sure there are more ways to skin a cat but this camo is brilliant. I have a Dragon 48th 88 in the stash and I think it will be getting this kind of treatment!

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