Learstang Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 7 hours ago, russ c said: Cheers Jason, I`m grateful that there isn`t a 48th Neptune, at least you can fold the wings on the Whale. I doubt if a Neptune would go through the loft hatch I don't build 1/48th scale for just such a reason - too big! Especially for the A-3; there is a reason it was nicknamed the 'Whale'. Strangely enough, though, if someone came out with an injection-moulded Neptune in 1/48th scale (Trumpeter/Hobby Boss are you listening!) I'm a big enough of a Neptune nut that I might be tempted to buy it. Where I'd put the monster if I ever got around to actually building it is another matter. I suppose I'll have to be content with trying to find display places for the four Neptunes I'm working on in 1/72nd scale now (AP-2H, OP-2E, firefighter, MR.1). If I ever finish them! Best Regards, Jason 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Well up to the standard we come to expect from you Russ, and again you have come up with an unusual subject in a rarely seen scheme, and completed it to perfection! On 10/18/2017 at 5:31 PM, russ c said: You know, sometimes, you get the urge to build something that you know is going to be too big to go anywhere but think....who cares- I`m building one regardless........ ..tell me about it. Story of my life really. Now, when should I start that Revell 1:32 Ju88 that I bought all that etch and resin for.... Cheers John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4u Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Another stunning build Russ and a great colour scheme Know what you mean about to big ! I changed the layout of the man cave so I could accommodate several 1/32 and 1/24th scale kits and that's just to build them !!! Once again great work. Guy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snapper_city Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Wow, wow, wow. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meatbox8 Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Wow. That's an absolute beauty. Terrific paintwork. The masking must have taken an age. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Beema Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 That's brilliant, great finishing... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPGhost Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Hi Russ - What a striking paint job! Actually the WHOLE job is remarkable - great wing fold (never been brave enough to even try one of those!), the diorama, your photography, even the background clouds. You've done it all! Very nice work, friend! Thom Ream 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
replicant Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 I love THIS whale! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted October 20, 2017 Author Share Posted October 20, 2017 12 hours ago, Meatbox8 said: Wow. That's an absolute beauty. Terrific paintwork. The masking must have taken an age. Cheers Meatbox, can`t take any credit for intricate masking, just drew the pattern in pencil and coloured between the lines with Hairy Stick. Thanks for looking, Russ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jean Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Hi Russ, I am always somewhat disappointed when I see a US Navy plane in anything but light gull grey over white paint scheme, with LOTS of gaudy colors splashed everywhere!!!! My Mediterranean ancestry, no doubt! Having said that, your Skywarrior is stunning and has a real mean look. I love it! But I hate to think how BIIIIG it must be! So congratulations are in order!!! JR 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snitok1983 Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 What an amazing beauty!!! Sharp work! Thanks for delivered pleasure! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForestFan Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 That’s seriously impressive! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Habu12 Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 A little too clean, it otherwise a beauty! 👍🏼 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meatbox8 Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 23 hours ago, russ c said: Cheers Meatbox, can`t take any credit for intricate masking, just drew the pattern in pencil and coloured between the lines with Hairy Stick. Thanks for looking, Russ SAY WHAAAT!!! You mean this is brush painted? Even more power to your elbow. Jeepers, I really need to raise my game (sob). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza l Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 Excellent work, up to your usual very high standard Russ. Alway very impressed with your photography skills as well. Cheers, gazza l 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old thumper Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 That is really good, and not something we see very often. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJJunis Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 WOW Russ that is outstanding. Love the camo! Great subject...I don't understand why more are not built...haven't heard really bad things about the kit. In any case yours is fantastic. All the Best! Don 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winenut Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 Geez Russ! That's just a bit "extra"....... as my teenager daughter would say! Looks fantastic. Love the colours and camo Beautiful finish...well done indeed Cheers Bruce 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cross111 Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 Beautiful! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 Oh Russ that is quite stunning, good effort! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Head in the clouds. Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 Well I like the scheme Russ even if the pilots did not. I think this is my favourite of all your builds thus far and as usual I am not disappointed the A3 is one of my favourite US planes and you have represented it well. Gary, 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted October 22, 2017 Share Posted October 22, 2017 That's awesome work! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted October 22, 2017 Share Posted October 22, 2017 That looks wonderful Russ,.....and I love this camouflage scheme too,....... brilliant modelling mate, cheers Tony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Bunting Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 That is really stunning Russ. A terrific job on a very eye-catching subject. Well done! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 That is really impressive Russ. Stunning work on the camouflage and finish. Kind regards, Stix 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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