Mikey-1980 Posted March 6, 2019 Share Posted March 6, 2019 After Canberra build, I thought I'd try something a little different as a reasonably quick build..... One of my friends gave me this Airfix Bf109E as a christmas present, not a bad kit and my first experience of the new light blue PS sprus......very soft and easy to sand, but a pain to paint onto. This will be a straight, out of the box build, and going with the paint recommendations on the box. Not sure if I'll be using rattle cans for the cammo or brush painting due to the size.....we cross that bridge when I get to that stage.. DSC_1972 The sprus are supprising well detailed, and feel very nice. DSC_1973 Two different canopies.. DSC_1974 Quite a decent decal sheet, and they do take a while to soak in decal fix too....I had already started the cockpit by the time I took this pic. DSC_1975 Pretty basic tub, and I decided to use the decals as detailing for the dials...seems to have come out ok? Unfortunately the angle and the sunlight was causing my issues when taking pictures. DSC_1979 DSC_1980 DSC_1990 Buttoned up and LOTS of sanding required it seems......I'm hoping that the soft PS will help with the sanding and no doubt lots of filler. The location pin holes do need widening slightly as it is a tight fit. DSC_1991 DSC_1992 Thats it so far.....more to come 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exdraken Posted March 6, 2019 Share Posted March 6, 2019 Very nice start! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey-1980 Posted March 6, 2019 Author Share Posted March 6, 2019 Cheers chap.... A fair bit of filling and sanding to be done tomorrow me thinks.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sturmovik Posted March 6, 2019 Share Posted March 6, 2019 Strange that you mention the need for filler, my version had an all around perfect fit (the one with decals for Galland's aircraft). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey-1980 Posted March 6, 2019 Author Share Posted March 6, 2019 I seem to always need to do at least some filling in on the seams. It doesn't need much, but will make all the difference. Still unsure what paint scheme to go with as yet..... 🤔 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey-1980 Posted March 7, 2019 Author Share Posted March 7, 2019 Small update....well pretty large one to be honest. Most of the seam lines have been sanded out which is handy. some of the lines needed to be re-etched but that wasn't too difficult due to how soft the PS is. DSC_1994 The rest of the build so far has actually been really enjoyable, I never realised that the Bf109 had leading edge flaps? This is the current state as I kinda forgot to take pictures through the build. DSC_1997 DSC_1998 DSC_1999 Gear will be down as well, and still undecided on the paint scheme......... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sturmovik Posted March 7, 2019 Share Posted March 7, 2019 Yes, the slats were inherited from the Bf 108. Paint it as the L-52 option in RLM 71. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey-1980 Posted March 8, 2019 Author Share Posted March 8, 2019 I think I'm going to go with the non mottled 1940 paint scheme of Franz von Werra.... From doing a bit of research into Tamiyas rattle can paints the equiverlant main paint scheme RLM76 - Light Blue - AS-5 or XF-23 RLM 62 Green or the closest I can find...Olive Drab - TS-28 or XF-62 Now the RLM Grey I am a little unsure on...I can find the code as a paint pot, but not as a AS or TS matt rattle can Any advice or pointers on the RLM grey in a rattle can would be great...i think a light sea grey may be suitable? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sturmovik Posted March 8, 2019 Share Posted March 8, 2019 @Plasto provided an answer regarding Bf 109 BOB colours in Tamiya rattle cans, see if they are useful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey-1980 Posted March 8, 2019 Author Share Posted March 8, 2019 That does help and pretty close to my investigations. I think AS2 - Light grey (IJN) is pretty damn close the the RLM grey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sturmovik Posted March 8, 2019 Share Posted March 8, 2019 (edited) I use Revell paints, so I don't know the codes for each colour. You can try using Revell enamels 45, 39 and 49 (RLM 02/71/65), they look like the proper shades for an early Bf 109 camouflage. Edited March 8, 2019 by Sturmovik Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey-1980 Posted March 8, 2019 Author Share Posted March 8, 2019 I would, but I prefer using Tamiya's rattle cans as they give such a nice leveled finish to the model. Plus they dry really quick. I do appreciate the tips though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted March 8, 2019 Share Posted March 8, 2019 Be aware that there should be a visible joint line along the spine and belly of the Bf109. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey-1980 Posted March 8, 2019 Author Share Posted March 8, 2019 Should there be? How so? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plasto Posted March 8, 2019 Share Posted March 8, 2019 The real 109 rear fuselage has a distinct seam running the length of it where the model seam line is. If you describing the lost panel line detail for the circumferential panels then just scribe a light panel line on the top and bottom to represent the panel line. Have fun and enjoy painting the model. Plasto 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey-1980 Posted March 8, 2019 Author Share Posted March 8, 2019 Ahhhhh thank you... I never realised that..... I'll have to rescribe the line in that I spent over an hour getting rid of..... Oops! 😂 😂 😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey-1980 Posted March 15, 2019 Author Share Posted March 15, 2019 Bit of an update chaps! The principle build is done and she's all masked up and ready for paint... DSC_2009 I've kinda bucked the teend and placed all flaps down....Probably isn;t correct, but it looks OK to me... DSC_2010 I did slightly cock up the forward part of the canopy and got alittle too much liquid poly gle on the clear causing it to fog. the damage was too much and had to opt for one of the alternative front canopy sections. It is slightly different but not by much.. DSC_2015 DSC_2017 Under carriage will be painted & constructed seperatly. The trio of rattle cans that will form the main colour scheme...They are the closest I can find to what should be, so fingers crossed DSC_2014 I'll start the paint and masking this weekend...hopefully... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clive_t Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 Looking good Only a minor point, and it's your model so your choice, but my understanding is that the ailerons (the outer control surfaces on the wings) deflect in opposite directions. The flaps (for reducing speed whilst maintaining lift) both go in the same direction. No criticism intended, you understand 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troy Smith Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 46 minutes ago, clive_t said: but my understanding is that the ailerons (the outer control surfaces on the wings) deflect in opposite directions. The flaps (for reducing speed whilst maintaining lift) both go in the same direction. this is in general correct, but, on the 109, if you drop full flap, the ailerons both go down a bit as well! the ailerons do not droop as much as the flaps though.IIRC the instructions do show the exact angles though. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clive_t Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 Well I never knew that! Always something new to learn on here, thanks Troy! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey-1980 Posted March 15, 2019 Author Share Posted March 15, 2019 Cheers gents.... There is a slight angle and they can be dropped, but not by much. I think it states around 31 degrees? I think this may be a little more than that though. I'll see if I can detach them and reposition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey-1980 Posted March 17, 2019 Author Share Posted March 17, 2019 This weekend, I managed to adjust the outer control surfaces to a less aggressive angle, and attempt the splinter cammo scheme for the first time. Fist coat of Luftwaffe aircraft blue DSC_2018 I then realised that the original shade of grey I was going to use was more suited to the nose paint scheme, so I needed to use one of the darker shades to offset.....Just barely had enough DSC_2019 Lots of masking...and I mean LOTS! Layers upon layers to make sure the splinter looked as good as it could DSC_2020 And the big reveal... DSC_2021 I think it turned out nicely....some detailing and extra painting needed....when I get some more time 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clive_t Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 Looking good! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(ex)Sgtrafman Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 Nice I like that 👍 I have one in the stash that I will finish as AE479 a captured example that was tested by the RAF. cheers buddy and keep up the good work 😎 Iain 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey-1980 Posted March 17, 2019 Author Share Posted March 17, 2019 Cheers Iain, Its been a great kit to build too. Really liking the new material Airfix is using now. Looking forward to seeing your build, sounds like a really interesting subject 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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