Popular Post Witman61 Posted April 16, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted April 16, 2019 I attach a few pictures of completed in October 2018 model of Convair B-58 "Hustler" from the recently reissued Italeri offering - probably the only one in 1/72 scale. I have used the following aftermarket upgrading: Airwaves PE set, Eduard PE inspection panels and 'Remove before Flight' steel flyers, Aires resin exhaust, metal MasterModel Pitot tube and electrostatic dischargers. I have reworked the crew compartment hatches, crew seats (to the early type) and landing gear. I have used the Caracal decals. The model has been painted with Tamiya acrylic and finished with Gunze and Alclad lacquers. Thanks for watching! 86 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaracalModels Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 It's an absolute beauty! Thanks for sharing, and I hope you enjoyed using the decals. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dermo245 Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 Wow. That’s stunning 😎 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil5208 Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 Lovely, must get one of these 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpha Delta 210 Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 Awesome model of an awesome aircraft! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tbolt Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 Very impressive work 👍 I've got the Monogram 1/72nd scale B-58, well it's actually 1/48th scale but Monogram made and error on the box and one end it says 1/72 🙄 I'll probably never build it, but 1/72nd scale would fit me better now. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 Outstanding 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzby061 Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 An absolute beauty. It it looks like it’s going fast even when it’s standing still! Pete 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Strasser Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 A real stunner! My favorite plane ever. Built thr 1/48 but not nearly as awesome as yours. Thanks for sharing. Mark 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobo Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Absolutely beautiful. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Callahan Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Absolute fantastic work mate, outstanding model and very very impressive look. Simply masterpiece 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerndM Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Awesome Hustler. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 What a beauty. The metal finish is absolutely brilliant, one of the best I've ever seen. Cheers John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Superb Hustler there, fantastic job 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 She's a stunner! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Joyce Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Superb build, and your NMF is one of the finest I've ever seen! Cheers, Mark 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gremlin Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Stunning!!!! Well done, a superb Aircraft and even more realistic representation Regards 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Awesome job! Looks superb. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 Phenomenal Hustler ... One of my all time favorites. Actually prefer these to Bones or other high speed bombers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crobinsonh Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 Fantastic build and finish. Such a great looking aircraft. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 Superb build and finish! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billn53 Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 Most excellent! I’m in process of building this kit now, using much the same aftermarket as you. I am sure to have questions for you, like How did you mount the Aires exhausts in the engine pods? My WIP can be found here: -Bill 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldy Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 Beautiful build and finish. Great model of a great looking aircraft. Cheers Malcolm 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vultures1 Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 Wow, that is absolutely superb. The finish and detailing is just amazing - well done! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Witman61 Posted April 19, 2019 Author Share Posted April 19, 2019 14 hours ago, billn53 said: Most excellent! I’m in process of building this kit now, using much the same aftermarket as you. I am sure to have questions for you, like How did you mount the Aires exhausts in the engine pods? My WIP can be found here: -Bill Thank you for your comments. I'll follow your WIP with great interest, as I have been thinking of building another B-58 model - this time with Stanley ejection capsules and surfaces in worn colors. To supplement the model I have recently got hold of two sets of Eduard nukes - when made they will be placed on the base beside the model. I am working on this now. Caracal decals are the must as they are of much better register than the original decals supplied with the kit, which are actually also not too bad and I have used some of them. btw - there is absolutely no problem with placing the Aires resin exhaust in the engine pods - just remove enough plactic from the inside of the pods carefully thinning the walls to ensure axial alignment of the parts, please see the pictures below. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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