PattheCat Posted March 5, 2019 Share Posted March 5, 2019 Gorgeous! How could I miss a thread about my fav airliner. Thanks for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael51 Posted March 5, 2019 Share Posted March 5, 2019 What a beautiful model. It exudes reality. That finish is spectacular. I will now go back and read through the WIP to see how this was achieved, Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion Posted March 6, 2019 Share Posted March 6, 2019 Hello Paul, I have to admit, this is the most beautiful passenger model aircraft I have ever seen in my more that forty years career in modeling. OUTSTANDING. Regards, Orion. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger350Pilot Posted March 7, 2019 Author Share Posted March 7, 2019 10 hours ago, Orion said: I have to admit, this is the most beautiful passenger model aircraft I have ever seen in my more that forty years career in modeling. OUTSTANDING. Thank you, Orion.... I really appreciate your kind words. I must say that there are so many other models out there that far and exceed my work...its just a hobby for me. I take my time, and enjoy what I do, as I am sure most do. Once in a while, I strike a hot iron and do OK with one. I'm pretty proud of the Connie...it'll be a while before I do another 1/72 scale beauty...they are large, tedious, and demanding. I hop you got a chance to take a look at the WIP in this one. It shows details of her journey from box to finish line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
72modeler Posted March 7, 2019 Share Posted March 7, 2019 (edited) Red Bull wishes they could get this kind of finish on their fleet! A beautiful model of the most beautiful propliner ever! 👌 Mike Edited March 7, 2019 by 72modeler corrected spelling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iggy86 Posted March 7, 2019 Share Posted March 7, 2019 Amazing, Connies are true beauties and this one makes them justice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion Posted March 7, 2019 Share Posted March 7, 2019 Hello Paul, Yes indeed, I did kept a close eye on your WIP. From opening the box until finish. Regards, Orion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger350Pilot Posted March 7, 2019 Author Share Posted March 7, 2019 On 3/5/2019 at 12:23 PM, Michael51 said: What a beautiful model. It exudes reality. That finish is spectacular. I will now go back and read through the WIP to see how this was achieved, Thank you, Michael. Hope you have a chance to go and look at the WIP...it was quite a journey. Really appreciate ALL the kind words over this build. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astel Posted March 9, 2019 Share Posted March 9, 2019 (edited) Beautiful model, absolutely stunning! I love Connies. Quite a few years ago I was very fortunate to have a day stop-over in Amsterdam returning from a work deployment; on that very day a Constellation came home to the Netherlands from America after a lengthy return to flight and flew over Amsterdam escorted by a Fokker 50 and an Orion. I will never ever forget the sight and sound of that beautiful aircraft. I love your model 🙂 Edited March 9, 2019 by Astel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger350Pilot Posted March 10, 2019 Author Share Posted March 10, 2019 15 hours ago, Astel said: I will never ever forget the sight and sound of that beautiful aircraft. I love your model 🙂 Thank you, Astel. You have a memory that will last a lifetime. I mourn the era of those classic propliners gone by, but every once in a while I find myself at an airshow where one or two are displayed after they've been restored, or one flies by in her throaty splendor, or I land at an airport where a few are still being used as cargo haulers after more than 60 years of service. Glad you enjoyed the post; thank you for your kind words. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger350Pilot Posted March 10, 2019 Author Share Posted March 10, 2019 On 3/6/2019 at 9:14 PM, 72modeler said: Red Bull wishes they could get this kind of finish on their fleet! A beautiful model of the most beautiful propliner ever! 👌 Thank you, Mike! I think Red Bull is still flying their old DC-6, and she still looks pretty shiny to me! I just wish I could get my model to look as good as the old Douglas does! Regardless of the "finish," it means there's still an old propliner flying, and that is what counts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lars_opland Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 This build was pointed out to me by "Moa" while it was still a work in progress; stunning! About scale antenna wire, "invisible thread" from any sewing shop or department store is also thin elastic monofilament & very affordable. Cheers, -Lars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Callahan Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 Really outstanding work and a masterpiece, very impressive mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme H Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 My first flight was in a Qantas L1049G,back in 1958 as a 12 yo, have been in love with them ever since, fantastic job on that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJP Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 Very nice model of an elegant airliner CJP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Alan Bardell Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 WOW!! What a great looking model of a beautiful aircraft. Great Modelling. Very nice work indeed. B R Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark4700 Posted March 18, 2019 Share Posted March 18, 2019 Superb. Love the paint finish, especially the natural metal. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ham Hands Posted March 18, 2019 Share Posted March 18, 2019 👏That metal sheen is dazzling. As is everything. 👏 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kapam Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 A beautiful tribute to one of the great classic airliners! Just superb work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyW Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 I keep re-visiting this thread to take another look at the finished model. It delights every time. Tony. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex1978 Posted April 9, 2019 Share Posted April 9, 2019 How did I miss that ???? A real work of art. Beautiful Connie in every aspect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobo Posted April 9, 2019 Share Posted April 9, 2019 Absolutely stunning. The most beautiful Connie I've ever seen. Excellent metal work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpha Delta 210 Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 Simply incredible! Hard to believe that it started as a few pieces of moulded plastic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger350Pilot Posted April 10, 2019 Author Share Posted April 10, 2019 On 3/19/2019 at 3:03 AM, TonyW said: I keep re-visiting this thread to take another look at the finished model. It delights every time. These are the kindest words...I really appreciate this. This one was challenging to build, for sure. took a very long time, and I nearly ripped out all of my hair. Through dropping the whole thing onto the floor once, making parts to fit, re sculpting one of the engine mounts, disintegrating decals, and some disappointing paint lines...she turned out OK. She sits proudly upstairs across from my workbench, where I see her every time I go there to hack out another model. Thanks to EVERYone for your kind words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAT69 Posted June 9, 2020 Share Posted June 9, 2020 Your Connie has to be the most beautiful model I have ever seen. Craftsman like work with exquisite results. I could stare at the pictures for hours. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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