Popular Post russ c Posted April 17, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted April 17, 2019 Hi Everyone, Just finished the third of my haul from Telford last November, so I thought I`d trouble you with some photo`s Czech Models 1/48 scale Curtiss A-12 Shrike kit Finished to represent an aircraft of No 26 Bomber Squadron, No 9 AG, Chinese Air Force, 1937-38 Which was an option in the kit Built mostly from the box with the exception of the fragile resin frames and flying control actuators which were broken into little bits in the bag and.... replaced with bits of wire, tube and plastic strip. Took three attempts at the rigging before I got it looking barely acceptable and can`t count the amount of times I broke the undercarriage struts. Suffice to say I`m glad it`s all over. Hope you enjoy the pic`s. Thanks for looking, Cheers Russ 75 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cduckworth Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Had no idea these were used by the Chinese. Very nice build. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harold55 Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 What a great build of an unusual subject. I have some Czech Models in the stash and quite frankly they scare me but your job here is an inspiration 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JWM Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Russ, very nice indeed! That is something I am hunting for in 1/72! Cheers J-W 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForestFan Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Not the prettiest aeroplane is it?! Great build though 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauly Boy Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Always the most interesting subjects!! Love your choices! Beautiful to by the way. Paul 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonners Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Yup, pics duly enjoyed. The paint finish looks fantastic - great result. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenoz Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Truly nice model... Splendid work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 WOW ... Another great piece of art Russ. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 That's another beauty, Russ. Well done with the rigging.👏 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busnproplinerfan Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 I did the vac form one in 1/72, same number. This one looks a bit easier due to the size. This looks real good. To bad none exist in 1/1. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMSCHLOM Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 Beautiful, I collect CAF aircraft, I'll have to look for this one! Really nice finish. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 Yet another beautiful aircraft build Russ. Always impressed by your choice of subjects and the finish you achieve. Awesome modelling! Kind regards, Stix 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toryu Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 You gave this unsightly vehicle a very handsome attire, Russ. Great modelling and excellent photography! I hope you'll continue the ROCAF theme. They used so many aircraft from varied sources. I've been looking for a reasonably priced A-8 for a while. It looks even more ungainly but I'd love to add it to my golden age collection. Cheers, Michael 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted April 18, 2019 Author Share Posted April 18, 2019 1 hour ago, Toryu said: You gave this unsightly vehicle a very handsome attire, Russ. Great modelling and excellent photography! I hope you'll continue the ROCAF theme. They used so many aircraft from varied sources. I've been looking for a reasonably priced A-8 for a while. It looks even more ungainly but I'd love to add it to my golden age collection. Cheers, Michael Thanks Michael, Yeah I`ve always prefered the A-8 but haven`t found one yet. BTW I`ve done a few ROCAF marked aircraft, just follow the tab to find them if you`re interested. Cheers Russ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzby061 Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 (edited) It certainly seems like a fraught build but the end result is well worth it. Pete Edited April 18, 2019 by Buzby061 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busnproplinerfan Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 I only have the Rare Planes vac form A-8. Seen 1/48 kits but they aren't cheap, only one maker that I know of, may have no choice but to buy it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldy Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 Lovely build and very nice subject Russ. Cheers Malcolm 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Law Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 That's one ugly plane. But a great build as usual Russ. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoftScience Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 Whoa! What a beast! Cool looking model, though. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerndM Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 Superb build and presentation. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reini78 Posted April 19, 2019 Share Posted April 19, 2019 A very unique subject, nicely done Russ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelling minion Posted April 19, 2019 Share Posted April 19, 2019 Another great result Russ. An unusual looking aircraft and a great build. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sky Keg Posted April 19, 2019 Share Posted April 19, 2019 Wow Russ!!!!!!! The kit and the photography are very impressive!!!!! I really like the unique subject too!!!!! Congratulations!!!!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opus999 Posted April 20, 2019 Share Posted April 20, 2019 Nice finish on an unusual subject! Love the diorama too! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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