Viking Posted June 10, 2017 Share Posted June 10, 2017 Sopwith F.1 Camel "The Duellists" (Part 1) 1:32 Wingnut Wings This is the Sopwith Camel from the recently released 'Duellists' boxing from Wingnut Wings, reviewed here which also contains the LVG C.VI. Construction of the LVG is now underway and will appear in a seperate 'Work in progress' thread soon. <Edit> WIP thread for the LVG is started! LVG C.VI "The Duellists" (Part 2) - 1:32 Wingnut Wings </edit> WIP thread for the Camel - Sopwith F.1 Camel "The Duellists" (Part 1) - 1:32 Wingnut Wings It is a beautiful kit with Wingnut Wings customary precision engineering and outstanding fit. Total, complete, and exceptional modelling pleasure in a box! The write up with the kit gives the following information; 'On the morning of 9th October 1918 two Clerget powered F.1 Camels from B flight of 4 Squadron Australian Flying Corps took off on a ‘special mission’ patrol. 26 year old Harold Norman Kerr was in Camel E7190, accompanied by Vincent Harry Thornton in Camel E7241, They were to attack targets of opportunity with their bombs and guns, in much the same way that more than 20 years later in the second world war,the RAF crossed the Channel to conduct ‘Rhubarb’ missions. The combat report states “..we saw a 2 seater machine over Merville which opened fire on us. We both immediately dived on the enemy aircraft from the side. 2/Lt Thornton fired about 200 rounds from a range of 50 feet. 2/Lt Kerr then fired about 100 rounds from 50 feet. E.A. continued diving until practically on the ground being followed by 2/Lts Thornton and Kerr both firing. Landed near Nieppe.” Lt Thornton attempted to land alongside the 2 seater, but unfortunately hit telegraph lines and was severely injured, not being released from hospital until well after the Great War had ended.' On with the photos; And paired with something else, Wingnut Wings Sopwith Pup; If you have never seen or built a Wingnut Wings kit, you really need to! Thanks for looking, John 33 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzby061 Posted June 10, 2017 Share Posted June 10, 2017 (edited) Gob-smackingly gorgeous. Bookmarked the WIP! Pete Edited June 10, 2017 by Buzby061 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howlindawg Posted June 10, 2017 Share Posted June 10, 2017 That turned out a treat! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan B Posted June 10, 2017 Share Posted June 10, 2017 Stunning, perfection in 1/32 scale. Duncan B 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear Paw Posted June 10, 2017 Share Posted June 10, 2017 Very good indeed I look forward to seeing the LVG. Andrew. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beardie Posted June 10, 2017 Share Posted June 10, 2017 Beautiful work John. So clean and crisp I am envious 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangor Lad Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Not only are Wingnut Wings kits extraordinary the same has to be said about the modelers that build them! Superb work! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Excellent build, great job 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 superb work, looks fantastic.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Ford Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Now that's just marvellous. Lovely pictures as well. Love the one looking down into the cockpit. I'm still convinced doing the rigging through the "bullet" is witchcraft. One day I'll get mine out of its box. All the best, Martin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod bettencourt Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Fantastic!!! Thanks for sharing this. Rod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Epeeman Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 John, Great work as usual - your camel really looks brilliant!. I've almost finished building the Le Rhone version but I will be a bit embarrassed showing mine as yours looks so much better. I actually had a few issues with mine - namely the cockpit structure is quite thin and I broke both the cockpit frame and control column whilst assembling. I've lost count of the amount of times I broke the tailskid ............ I also experienced tight fit of fuselage and lower wing. The good news is that I've learnt some lessons in readiness for when I get round to building the Ships Camel version in my stash. Regards Dave 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveyGair Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Superb. Got to clear the bench of a couple of builds, then make a start on my first WnW, which will be the new D VII. I have the 2F.1 Camel, but need to try my hand a rigging first! Davey. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mountain goat Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 A nicely balanced, subtle work of art methinks. Detailed, clean and realistic- most impressive! Jay 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huvut76g7gbbui7 Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Superb! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted June 11, 2017 Author Share Posted June 11, 2017 Thank you for all the comments guys, much appreciated as always! 3 hours ago, Epeeman said: I've lost count of the amount of times I broke the tailskid ............ I also experienced tight fit of fuselage and lower wing. The good news is that I've learnt some lessons in readiness for when I get round to building the Ships Camel version in my stash. If it makes you feel any better Dave, I also broke the tailskid off mine. Worst was when it slipped out of my hand (before the wings were on), and quickly clamped my fingers around to catch it, and busted the 2 starboard cabane struts off. I managed to re-attach them, but butterfingers like mine definately don't help in the first place! Cheers John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 Another stunner John. I'd love to see all your wing nut builds lined up at one of the shows, they would form an impressive line up. The photos with the Pup are great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Epeeman Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 20 hours ago, Viking said: Thank you for all the comments guys, much appreciated as always! If it makes you feel any better Dave, I also broke the tailskid off mine. Worst was when it slipped out of my hand (before the wings were on), and quickly clamped my fingers around to catch it, and busted the 2 starboard cabane struts off. I managed to re-attach them, but butterfingers like mine definately don't help in the first place! Cheers John Actually John, that does make me feel better as I thought it was just me!! - I might get my Camel finished later this evening so will post up pics as soon as I can. Regards Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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