Mr. Hudson Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Hi all, here is my new 1/72 Eduard Fw 190 A-8: The kit: The eduard kit is probably the best 1/72 Fw 190 on the market. The kit parts and also the brassin aftermarket parts fit together very well. The surface details are fantastic. Original aircraft:The Fw 190 is a very durable construction. Equipped with a BMW 801 D star engine, the aircraft could be used for a variety of operational configurations. The A-8, which was built from mid-1944 onwards, was equipped with four 20 mm MG 151s and two 13 mm MG 131s.The aircraft had also an ETC-501 multipropose pylon under the fuselage. In the fighter role, there was an additional fuel tank attached. My model: My model represents the blue 13, Stab/JG 300 which was participated in the defense of the Reich (Reichsverteidigung) towards the end of 1944. Construction: The Eduard kit is not easy to build but with a lot of dry fiting you can put all parts together without putty and sanding. I have used some Brassin Detail-Sets which i can highly recommend: 602082 Fw 190 A-8 Engine 602086 Fw 190 A Propeller Several details (e.g. brake lines, MG 151, position lights, antennae) were scratch built. The kit was painted with Gunze acrylics and Alclad II metalics.Weathering: Preshading, postlighting, Tamiya Smoke for traces of oil and gas plume, various oil and pastell colors for dirt and wear, silver pin for scratches. Walk arround: Some details: I hope you like this model. Criticism, notes, and comments are gladly welcome. Best regards. Kai 62 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FatFlyHalf Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 1/72? Bl**dy H*ll. I give up. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jean Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Hi Kai, this is a rather splendid model you have created! I will echo FatFlyHalf on the feeling of inadequacy one feels when looking at your achievement. I may be able to come close in 1/32, but in 1/72... not a chance in hell! So this gives us, poor mortals, something to try and emulate... and in two to three life times, I should make it! Stupendous. JR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuro Nezumi Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Great detail! The Brassin really does add to the kit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Stunning `190, esp` in 1/72, really really nice work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lasermonkey Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 If someone told me that was 1/24 scale I'd have been impressed. It's truly mind-boggling to think that level of perfection can be achieved in 1/72. inspirational! Cheers, Mark. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gorby Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 I can only echo the previous comments - truly stunning work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanC Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Ok, it's obviously fantastic and far beyond what I can do. But as it's such a brilliant exposition of current modelling art I'm going to offer a slight criticism. The pre-shading, post-shading and whatever has been done to such an extent that I can't actually see the basic colours that well. In that respect it's almost too good. A bit too artistic? That said, it's still superb and I'm in awe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qn30jEkPz7 Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Gorgeous Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackG Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 I think it is a fantastic presentation! No one should feel 'inadequate' - keep in mind these are digital images. I'm sure there has been some manipulation with software, which further dials up the techniques utilized in the build. regards, Jack 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince1159 Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 It's about time we had a Faint Emoticon,that truly is amazing.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val_Ukraine Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 1/72??? No words... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seahawk Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Simply awesome. I have that kit - but I think I'll just give up modelling instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildeSau75 Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Cannot believe it's 1/72 - would even look good as 1/32. Just wow. Cheers, Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 You're kidding us, surely? This is 1/32 right? amazing detail, beautifully painted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FraserMcPhie Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 That's absolutely outstanding, excellent work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalkeEins Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 so many details I wouldn't even bother with in 1:72 ..gun camera in the leading edge, open cooling gills etc etc....its amazing to think that your pics are probably twice real size too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerrardandrews Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 1/72 kit of the month, really is very good, I like the weathering, adds to the detail, and it's look😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin63 Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Absolutely fantastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Superb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carts Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Wonderful 190,like others I am amazed by the scale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave N Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 This is so good I just started laughing as I looked at it- it's nuts! The Eduard 190 is a lovely kit, I was quite pleased with mine as I fought it across the finish line.. but it just looks like a mucky blob next to this... World class, thanks for posting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitch K Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Wow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangor Lad Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Speechless! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod bettencourt Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 Great scale effect!! Thanks for sharing. Rod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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