daktari Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 Hello everybody I present you my last model, a Swedish JAS-39C Gripen based on the Revell kit. It's a little disappointing kit for me compared with other Revell models like the Tornado, the Mig-21F13 or the Hunter at the same scale. The shape and size are quite good but the engraving is not very fine and the adjustment not very good. I've used for my model an Eduard photo etched sheet, a PJ MBmk10 resin ejection seat, resin wheels, a Maestro model access ladder and personal modification (flaps for example). 29 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bearmatt Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 I agree with you, engraving seems to be a real problem on 72nd Gripen... Neither Revell nor Italeri did a good job here. (One could think Revell took over Italeri's mould?!) The shape tho looks to me better than the one from Italeri, especially on the nose section. But anyways, your Gripen is IMHO the best I've seen so far in that scale, also because of the bits n pieces you've added. Very nice! And photography is also pretty good! Cheers b. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mirageiv Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 Really excellent model, you have captured the sharp, sleek look very well indeed! For some reason a few manufactures new 1/72 kits seem to have over exaggerated panel lines too, I'm not sure why, especially given Revell's previous excellent releases. Beautiful job anyways. David. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantome Posted November 23, 2016 Share Posted November 23, 2016 I have a feeling Recall has two design teams. One produces the fantastically detailed kits like the Tornado, F-4F, F-16, and some of their WW2 kits. The other doesn't like rivets and loves big panel lines like in their F-14 and this Gripen. That said I'm sure this kit is way better than the atrocity that is the Italeri! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thud4444 Posted November 23, 2016 Share Posted November 23, 2016 I don't see anything wrong with your model. It looks terrific. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shalako Posted November 23, 2016 Share Posted November 23, 2016 Thumbs up for managing to make a very good model out of one of Revell's mediocrities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daktari Posted November 24, 2016 Author Share Posted November 24, 2016 Thank you for yours comments 14 hours ago, Phantome said: I have a feeling Recall has two design teams. One produces the fantastically detailed kits like the Tornado, F-4F, F-16, and some of their WW2 kits. The other doesn't like rivets and loves big panel lines like in their F-14 and this Gripen. That said I'm sure this kit is way better than the atrocity that is the Italeri! I think there is also two team for this Gripen kit...one for the Airbrakes and one for the rest of the kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark4700 Posted November 24, 2016 Share Posted November 24, 2016 Despite the faults you've outlined, you've managed to produce excellent results. Fantastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippo the Zipdrive Posted November 24, 2016 Share Posted November 24, 2016 Personally I am not satisfied with Revel but I think you have done an excellent job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis_C Posted November 24, 2016 Share Posted November 24, 2016 A perfect model! I like the weathering a lot. That and accessories make it look very realistic. And it is very inspiring! I really like the look of this aircraft so probably I have to funally grab a D version (whoch is even more sleek to my taste) and build it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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