Ian Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Kit - Hobbyboss 1:48 Paint - All enamels Decals - CAM (Squadron markings), Aeromaster (all stencils) Extras - Quickboost resin seat, Weapons from Hasegawa weapons set & spares box. McDD F/A-18A Hornet VFA-15 'Valions' USS John F. Kennedy 1991 Built for the 'Desert Storm' Campaign/GB over at Modellers Alliance. Thoroughly enjoyed this kit but surprised at 'generic' cockpit details and total lack of transparencies for nav & formation lights - very odd. Exceptionally detailed landing gear which surprisingly dropped in to position without a fuss. No not as well fitting as the Hasegawa kit but not nearly as expensive either. Please feel free to make any comments, criticisms or ask any questions. Ian. 27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerndM Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Looks great, the weathering is spot on for a bird like this. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Moon Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Excellent finish, very convincing. Proof indeed that grey schemes aren't boring! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reini78 Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 nice worn look 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 very nice indeed, looks great nice work.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve4536 Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Nicely defined detail, the underside weathering looks great. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
29Triplex Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 (edited) Ian, This is One Brilliant ‘Bug’ build, and what a beautiful weathered finish! My only comment (not criticism) is for such a weathered Bird, I am surprised the white bits (U/C bays and even the access ladder) aren’t a wee bit grubbier. May be the ground crew have been out with their 'rag spanners' (cleaning cloths), but as ex-ground crew myself – my experience is that didn’t happen very often. Just an observation of an otherwise perfect model. Edited October 27, 2016 by 29Triplex 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordstrpe Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Wow she is a beauty! I love the weathering! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Excellent Hornet there Ian, the weathering and finish look superb. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corsaircorp Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Pretty nice job, Thanks for your advice on the hobby boss kit, I'll buy it too. Corsaircorp 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parabat Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 That is a superb rendition of the original, lovely work on the weathering and details. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted October 27, 2016 Author Share Posted October 27, 2016 8 hours ago, 29Triplex said: My only comment (not criticism) is for such a weathered Bird, I am surprised the white bits (U/C bays and even the access ladder) aren’t a wee bit grubbier. May be the ground crew have been out with their 'rag spanners' (cleaning cloths), but as ex-ground crew myself – my experience is that didn’t happen very often. Just an observation of an otherwise perfect model. Yep, I see what you're saying... It's sort-of my fault because I over-adjusted the contrast setting when I ran the pics through the photo-editor. There is a grimy brown/black wash in the bays and on the gears/ladder, it's just 'bleached out' in the photo's. If you can get over to NZ on Armistice weekend, you can see it 'in person' at the AiC show in Cambridge . Thanks for the positive comments, folks, very much appreciated. Ian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phone Phixer Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Superb build. Love the finish & weathering. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark4700 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 Very nicely done, looks superb 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildeSau75 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Wow now this is a heavily weathered airplane - like it. Cheers, Michael 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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