planecrazee Posted June 5, 2017 Posted June 5, 2017 That's fantastic Tony - cracking 109. Love the paint job and subtle weathering and they cockpit really looks the business. 1
fewr9fkr9595 Posted June 6, 2017 Author Posted June 6, 2017 Thanks for the appreciation guys. Quite pleased with the way its turned out. Think its down to the complimentary colours for the panel line washes on the uppers rather than using a contrasting colour wash which can over emphasise the panel lines. I used green brown on the RLM 02 and deep grey for the RLM 70. The lower ones do stand out a bit, but you could argue more dirt and run off would collect in them. It was the blue grey wash on the RLM 76 Tony 1
Pauls9cb Posted June 6, 2017 Posted June 6, 2017 HI Tony - That's a great build with careful attention to detail on the panel/rivet mouldings. I'm awed that it just took 2 months to achieve pretty spectacular results. Must have a go at one of the Trumpeter offerings some time. Cheers - Paul 1
Tbolt Posted June 6, 2017 Posted June 6, 2017 Really beautiful 109. When I grow up I want to be able to finish models this good 1
Deon Posted June 6, 2017 Posted June 6, 2017 (edited) Superb model. I was surprised to see the tires unweighted. I don't know why I expected them to look more under load. I thought it strange that this might have been missed by the manufacturer , but when I had a root about on google here I can see the the real tires on the real aircraft are exactly as you have rendered them. Useful lesson for me Edited June 6, 2017 by Deon innaccuracy 1
fewr9fkr9595 Posted June 6, 2017 Author Posted June 6, 2017 27 minutes ago, Deon said: Superb model. I was surprised to see the tires unweighted. I don't know why I expected them to look more under load. I thought it strange that this might have been missed by the manufacturer , but when I had a root about on google here I can see the the real tires on the real aircraft are exactly as you have rendered them. Useful lesson for me Cheers mate 👍🏿 I think its more to do with the fact they are made of rubber, but have plastic hubs. (Common theme in hobbytrump kits - a bit marmite) so I couldn't sand them down a touch like I normally would on builds... 1
Booty003 Posted June 6, 2017 Posted June 6, 2017 Where are the pictures of the model....? That is one seriously stunning piece of work Tony. There is no doubt that the recipient will be chuffed to bits with it. Great skill and attention to detail. What's the story with the GPMG...? Phil 1
F4u Posted June 6, 2017 Posted June 6, 2017 Hi Tony, great job on the 109 , cockpit really stands out , I have the same kit and found it to be a enjoyable build with out any problems. How did you get on with the Vallejo metal colour ? I have read good and not so good things about it. Guy 1
batcode Posted June 6, 2017 Posted June 6, 2017 very nice indeed,,, great job on the scheme and finish... 1
Booty003 Posted June 6, 2017 Posted June 6, 2017 Ah, the SF GPMG. Awesome bit of kit (especially on a night shoot...!!), cleaning the gas parts afterwards not so awesome...... 1
Spitfire31 Posted June 6, 2017 Posted June 6, 2017 Beautiful modelling exercise! But that way-over-the-top chipped prop looks out of place on an almost factory finished machine, I think. Kind regards, Joachim 1
fewr9fkr9595 Posted June 6, 2017 Author Posted June 6, 2017 5 hours ago, Spitfire31 said: Beautiful modelling exercise! But that way-over-the-top chipped prop looks out of place on an almost factory finished machine, I think. Kind regards, Joachim Thanks for the input mate, however, way I see it- the plane(s) apparently had a field repaint in these colours, so the prop is older/original but the paint job is newer... I think plane would have been originally in 74/75/76 and then they repainted them to suit flying over the steppes and forests of southern Russia? Anyone else know for sure? Tony
mcdonnell Posted June 6, 2017 Posted June 6, 2017 Hello,Tony - My full compliments to you on another magnificent build.Superbly painted and finished in your customary style, this '109' is a credit to Trumpeter and to your expertise. Her new owner will be highly delighted! 😉👍 All the very best,Paul. 1
fewr9fkr9595 Posted June 6, 2017 Author Posted June 6, 2017 11 hours ago, Booty003 said: Ah, the SF GPMG. Awesome bit of kit (especially on a night shoot...!!), cleaning the gas parts afterwards not so awesome...... Yep spent many an hour getting black fingers cleaning parts then just as long having to scrub hands afterwards!
steveinnscotia Posted June 8, 2017 Posted June 8, 2017 Absolutely stunning model ! Thanks for posting . A question, the reference information from the colour plates, where did it come from as regards a publication ?
fewr9fkr9595 Posted June 8, 2017 Author Posted June 8, 2017 3 hours ago, steveinnscotia said: Absolutely stunning model ! Thanks for posting . A question, the reference information from the colour plates, where did it come from as regards a publication ? Hi mate, I imagine its the 2nd picture you are on about? Thats the xtradecal sheet instructions - it quotes - 'messerschmitt bf 109 f g & k series, schiffer, page 67' hope this helps. Tony
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