Rowan Broadbent Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 On the build-up to our attendance at Telford next month, I thought that it was about time that I flung together a model or three to show off our stickers (and Aviattic's lozenge decals and Pfalz silbergrau paint) at the show and to accompany Jonner's super Hannover. Now if, Mike or Moderateurs, you think this is too overtly commercial (I am a modeller too, though!) then feel free to shift it to the Pheon shop section.Planned are the following - all 32nd scale from Wingnut Wings:Albatros-built Fokker D.VII from Jasta 18 (Ltn. Hans Müller's markings) from 32045.Wilhelm Hippert's, Jasta 74 D.VIIF "Mimmi" (from 32047 the new D.VIIF set - which is released to the world today)A Pfalz D.IIIa from the latest Jasta 30 set (expected at Pheon HQ any day....)and (if time allows)Sopwith Pup B1803. 113 HD Sqn. Throwley, England. August 1917. 2/Lt.A.B.Garnons-Williams (Monosoupape 100hp engine)All pretty much straight from the box with minor mods to things like cowlings to accurately portray each one. These are "speed builds" by a barely competent jobbing modeller, so please don't be too harsh with the critiques (all welcome BTW)! I'm again knocked out by the quality of these kits; just staggering. No fit issues at all, really (including the Pup lower wing - I must have been lucky!). The D.VII is sublime - I can see why it took so long to get to release, but the presumed fiddling and fettling by Wingnuts with the moulds has paid off as, for all its complexity (quite a lot to it for a single engined fighter), it goes together like a dream. Photos will be few and of dreadful quality with some artful angles to mask as many of my screw ups as possible...I made a start a few weeks ago and the first across the line (well almost - one or two minor bits to add) is the Ferrari-red Jasta 18 beastie (I'll take a few more pics - this one is just to prove I am actually doing some modelling!!): The other three are progressing well and I'll post some more awful pics as we go.STOP PRESS the doorbell just sounded to announce the arrival of the Jasta 30 Pfalz decals - yummy - if I do say so myself! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 What a beauty Rowan the only problem with doing a Jasta 18 D.VII is choosing which one! Hipperts 'Mimmi' is an absolute cracker, can't wait to see that one. Cheers John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Kunac-Tabinor Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Blatant commercialisation I say!! heavens - the idea of producing things others may want and then selling them!! Next you'll be telling me that our entire society lives by this strange credo. Thats a fantastic wooden finish on the shelf BTW - almost like real wood You know I think the DVII looks like sex, with no rigging anyway ( go figure). Now - when are those F16 "grey things with highlights of yet more grey" sheets coming out? Forza Rowen, Avanti Jonners von 1st rounds of drinks on me chez Telf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyC Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Very nice Rowan...Jonners did let slip earlier that you had been busy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowan Broadbent Posted October 30, 2013 Author Share Posted October 30, 2013 Thanks for all the nice comments, chaps!Here are some more pics of where we stand today ( taken outside but some are a bit dark and they continue to uphold my trademark poor-quality photos - helps cover up the myriad building and finishing mistakes...)The Jasta 18 D.VII - now done, although I notice I have a rigging wire adrift on the tail......showing off the Aviattic lozenge under the wings:Here's the Jasta 30 Pfalz - coming on OK. I had to go with the Tamiya mix suggested by WNW as The Aviattic paint has'nt arrived as yet and time presses on. It's a bit too bright - like RAF inter-war aluminium. The newly arrived decals from 32026 have gone on a treat - just as well... :and here's the state of play with Mimmi; again Aviattic loz (with loz tapes this time) and decals from our new D.VIIF set 32047 . Note the seat has come adrift during this mornings attempt to get the seat belts into place. I HATE etched brass for seatbelts; I forgot to anneal them before painting as well - idiot! so they sprung around and resisted staying in place while the super glue made up its mind if it would stick or not. I also hate superbloodyglue....And bringing up the rear, the Mono engined Pup:particularly chuffed with the South Wales Borderer's badge. Decals from set 32013 Sopwith Pups of the RFC: More as things get done - will try to take better photos..... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyC Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Fabulous work - almost makes me want to have a go at a biplane...I said almost! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Kunac-Tabinor Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Heavens Rowan - your bench is like a Clive Cussler novel!! But zey are looking very nize.... Whats the Pup's front metal parts painted with - I like the flatness metallicnicity of it. Jonners Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowan Broadbent Posted October 30, 2013 Author Share Posted October 30, 2013 Clive Cussler.... did he wrote about the World War Oneity? I no know who he. The Pup nose panels were Alclad aluminium - original shade. all metal panels rubbed with graphite, brings out the detail. Monosoupape engine is Vector's lovely resin job and the cowling is from Brian Fawcett. Just twigged that I missed the aileron control wires on the Jasta 18 jobbie... bloody cameras. How's the window and nose? Lucky escape, old thing. Thank heavens for blinds, they not just to peak through (peaky Blinders... geddit??) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Lovely Pup Rowan, and Mimmi is double :wub: . Can't wait to see her finished. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Kunac-Tabinor Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Clive Cussler.... did he wrote about the World War Oneity? I no know who he. The Pup nose panels were Alclad aluminium - original shade. all metal panels rubbed with graphite, brings out the detail. Monosoupape engine is Vector's lovely resin job and the cowling is from Brian Fawcett. Just twigged that I missed the aileron control wires on the Jasta 18 jobbie... bloody cameras. How's the window and nose? Lucky escape, old thing. Thank heavens for blinds, they not just to peak through (peaky Blinders... geddit??) I refer the honourable gentleman to Mayday by said Mister Cussler Window fixed, nose has a cut on it. Hannover is getting there I think you'd good in a grandad shirt and flat cap ( probably best to wear some trousers too...) Jonners Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ex-FAAWAFU Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Lovely Pup - one of my all-time favourite aircraft (though mine, when I finally get round to it, will definitely be RNAS). I particularly like those funky three-coloured struts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jettnett2003 Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 I wish I could "fling" a model together and have it turn out as well as these. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Kunac-Tabinor Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 I wish I could "fling" a model together and have it turn out as well as these. well when Rowan says "fling" what he actually means is "toiling night and day for the last 2 months", but he's affecting an Ice Cold in Alex stiff upper lip nonchalance about it all Mind you - you should see him with a jet. Not good - he will insist on rigging them.... Jonners Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowan Broadbent Posted November 5, 2013 Author Share Posted November 5, 2013 (edited) Thanks for all the great comments, chaps!Well, off to the UK tomorrow morning at the crack of the sparrow's fart. The Pup didn't make it (just not enough time to finish it), the Pfalz is unrigged (top wing left off so we can do that on return), Mimmi is also short of even her control rigging and the fuselage decals are glossy ( ran out of varnish...) but I hope that they show off the stickers well enough.I'm delighted with the Pfalz Jasta 30 set and with Mimmi decals as everything fits prety much as it should (always my biggest fear!)More and better pics when we get back and really sorry for the flash lighting etc but at least this gives some idea: Hope to see lots of you at the show! Edited November 5, 2013 by Rowan Broadbent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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