Duncan B Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 My second completion of the year was built for the Grumman GB on here (you'll find the WIP there if you are interested). This is my first biplane I have built since childhood but it couldn't have been easier thanks to the way Accurate Miniatures engineered the kit. The only addition to the kit parts was the aerial, everything else including the rigging was supplied. Painted using AK Interactive Xtreme Metal for the silver and Coluorcoats enamels for the main colours. There are some other photos in the Gallery of the GB A really enjoyable build and it looks like Academy will be releasing this very kit later this year so I highly recommend it to anyone who fancies tackling a biplane for the first time. Duncan B 48 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince1159 Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 Very nice job,what a little beauty.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
invidia Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 very nice looking model. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldy Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 Very nice model Duncan. A colourful era! I'm not familiar with this AM kit - you say the rigging is provided? In what form? Cheers Malcolm 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 Really nice F3F there Duncan, beautiful job 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan B Posted January 12, 2019 Author Share Posted January 12, 2019 52 minutes ago, Baldy said: Very nice model Duncan. A colourful era! I'm not familiar with this AM kit - you say the rigging is provided? In what form? Cheers Malcolm The kit included a brass Photo etch fret for the engine ignition harness, seatbelt and stuff and also a steel Photo etch fret for the rigging. The real thing had steel aerodynamic flying wires so it is true to the original. A bit fiddly to fit but looks the part when completed. Duncan B 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 A little beauty Duncan, One to be proud of! Cheers John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Harmsworth Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 Smashing. I have one of these in my stash and I'd be thrilled if it turns out half as good as yours. Mark 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harold55 Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 Great job on a fantastic looking aircraft. I have also completed this kit and highly recommend it, provided you follow the directions. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toryu Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 So, you did it Duncan, with turtle and all - congratulations! It looks really great. Colours, rigging, cockpit detail, everything superb. Cheers, Michael 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan B Posted January 12, 2019 Author Share Posted January 12, 2019 9 minutes ago, Toryu said: So, you did it Duncan, with turtle and all - congratulations! It looks really great. Colours, rigging, cockpit detail, everything superb. Cheers, Michael I had no need to panic about the turtle after all as it was there on the decal sheet! I wish I’d fitted the rudder before decaling it to get the serial number and type markings to line up but other than that I’m happy with it. Duncan B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire31 Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 A great looking Yellow wing – built and finished as close to perfection as anyone is likely to get! Kind regards, Joachim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Joyce Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 Oh, that is simply lovely, Duncan! Your colors and the paintwork are outstanding. Cheers, Mark 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeaton01 Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 Sweet! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 Fantastic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markmcguire25 Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 Really nice job. I've always loved these colorful paint schemes. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 That turned out a stunner Duncan great job all round,Academy are releasing this kit again so must grab one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan B Posted January 13, 2019 Author Share Posted January 13, 2019 12 minutes ago, stevej60 said: That turned out a stunner Duncan great job all round,Academy are releasing this kit again so must grab one. I will also be grabbing one when Academy release it. Has to be one of the most enjoyable kits I’ve built in a while but there are a couple of bits I could have done better so room for improvement. Duncan B 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 Great work and yes im already hoping to grab one of the repops when they show up. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Moon Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 Lovely job! You’ve made me want one! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ali62 Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 Great little model, Duncan, well done I like it a lot. Ali 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trickydicky210 Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 Fantastic build, lovely scheme cheers Rich 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cduckworth Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 (edited) Duncan I went to your imgur photos and what a nicely done kit. I’ve got one tucked away and your photos have inspired me to pull it out. One of my favorite builds on the web! Congratulations. Charlie Edited January 17, 2019 by cduckworth Added my name 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corsaircorp Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 Hello Duncan ! Really good one ! Congratulations ! I like the finish !! I did one too, and I'm eager to catch another one as soon as I put my mits on it !! Sincerely. CC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan B Posted January 17, 2019 Author Share Posted January 17, 2019 5 hours ago, cduckworth said: Duncan I went to your imgur photos and what a nicely done kit. I’ve got one tucked away and your photos have inspired me to pull it out. One of my favorite builds on the web! Congratulations. Charlie Thanks Charlie, it's a great kit so I'm sure you'll enjoy building it. Duncan B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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