Popular Post russ c Posted August 5, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted August 5, 2018 Howdy Everyone, Just put the finishing touches on my latest effort so I thought I`d share some pic`s My attempt at Eduards boxing of Hasegawas 1/48 F-8 Crusader Kit Finished in the markings of `The Stinger` of VMF(AW)232, while based at Da Nang 1966-67 Chose this scheme to complement my `Red Devils` Phantom you might remember from a while back, as I was a bit disappointed with the selection that came with the kit The rest is pretty much from the box contents, just added some brake pipes from some wire, the MER`s and bombs came from a Has` A-7 Corsair kit and the RBF Tags from Revell Skyraider. Managed to use most of the Resin and Photo Etch, but kept the kit wheels as they painted up better and the resin nose wheel looked too small to my eyes Decals came from Microscale sheet AC48-0054 which are for a later incarnation of the same plane, only difference being the tip of the fin which I modified to suit These aircraft didn`t seem to be as dirty as the `Death Angels` airframes but a bit grubby nevertheless. Hope you enjoy, thanks for looking Cheers Russ 124 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boman Posted August 5, 2018 Share Posted August 5, 2018 Nice! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Posted August 5, 2018 Share Posted August 5, 2018 Great work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busnproplinerfan Posted August 5, 2018 Share Posted August 5, 2018 Looks like an accurate F-8. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted August 5, 2018 Share Posted August 5, 2018 (edited) Great Crusader ... Grest minds seem to think alike 😉 I did my F-8 in “Devils” markings last year. Edited August 5, 2018 by Corsairfoxfouruncle 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fubar57 Posted August 5, 2018 Share Posted August 5, 2018 Well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcdonnell Posted August 5, 2018 Share Posted August 5, 2018 Hello,Russ - I’ve always considered the Crusader to be a beautifully sleek looking aircraft and your magnificent build confirms that.Superb work as always. All The Best,Paul.👏😉👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildeSau75 Posted August 5, 2018 Share Posted August 5, 2018 Another great build Russ Cheers, Michael 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theplasticsurgeon Posted August 5, 2018 Share Posted August 5, 2018 Very nicely done, and dropped flaps and slats - as on the real thing with the wing raised. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovely Pig Posted August 5, 2018 Share Posted August 5, 2018 Another masterpiece Russ, l really look forward to seeing your submissions 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJP Posted August 5, 2018 Share Posted August 5, 2018 (edited) Very nice work Russ - really like the detailing and finish - a great F8 Crusader CJP Edited August 8, 2018 by CJP 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Pearcy Posted August 5, 2018 Share Posted August 5, 2018 Wow. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme H Posted August 5, 2018 Share Posted August 5, 2018 Stunning 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted August 6, 2018 Share Posted August 6, 2018 Lovely as usual 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeaton01 Posted August 6, 2018 Share Posted August 6, 2018 Superb, Russ. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Law Posted August 6, 2018 Share Posted August 6, 2018 Jets are not my thing, but that is really nice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev The Modeller Posted August 6, 2018 Share Posted August 6, 2018 Fantastic result, the weathering is superb 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan B Posted August 6, 2018 Share Posted August 6, 2018 That's a cracker, lovely. Duncan B 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winenut Posted August 6, 2018 Share Posted August 6, 2018 Gee Russ... The consistently superb build and finish you achieve on your subjects is amazing. No exception again this time. Very happy to say your builds to me always have the right balance between realism, art and modelling.....if that makes sense. Really superb mate Congratulations Cheers Nut 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ignacio Posted August 6, 2018 Share Posted August 6, 2018 Very nice work! I like the subtle weathering and the way you highlighted the panel lines. Very often you see those too dark and hard and (in my humble opinion) unrealistic. Best regards! Ignacio 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil.C Posted August 6, 2018 Share Posted August 6, 2018 Beautiful work Russ. What a great looking F-8. Fortunate enough to see one for real a couple of months back. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bearmatt Posted August 6, 2018 Share Posted August 6, 2018 For me, your top-shot so far 🙂 Beautiful all around! Cheers B. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Happy Posted August 6, 2018 Share Posted August 6, 2018 Russ, Gorgeous job on the Last of the Gunfighters‼️😎 Your base and blast walls for the display are very nice too. Did you make the walls out of plastic card stock? Great work, Mr.Happy (In name only) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelling minion Posted August 6, 2018 Share Posted August 6, 2018 Another stunner for your Vietnam collection Russ. Always liked the Red Devils F-8 and F-4 markings, and always liked the grubby mud-moving Marine F-8's and you have (as always) produced another winner. Fantastic work mate and I look forward to seeing what you produce next. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boom.boom Posted August 6, 2018 Share Posted August 6, 2018 Lifelike!!! Your Indochina/Vietnam collection is magnificent! Pure joy!👑💎 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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