Phantome Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 (edited) Have been on a bit of a Corsair spree this year, building all three of Tamiya's stupendous 1/72 kits (and one FAA one too). This is my first attempt at a Birdcage, my least favorite aesthetically wise but I actually loved how this model came out, more than the others. The aircraft represents Gus's Gopher, flown by 1st Lt Wilbur J Thomas of VMF-213 at Guadalcanal. I used AK Real Colors for the M-485 blue' gray and M-495 light gray paints of early war USN aircraft. I think M-485 is too light, looks great for a faded aircraft though and since most aircraft faded considerably in the Pacific sun, I think it is spot on, but you probably will want to darken it up for a newly painted bird or for repainted patches. M-495 looks accurate too although this one is clearly unfaded. Decals are from a Skymodels decal set, with stencils from the kit's decals. No issues whatsoever with the kit, it is a joy to build. Weathering included a Humbrol panel wash, some oil streaking, pastels for exhaust stains, and some other oil paint for dirtying as well as the cowling oil stains. Thanks for looking! Edited October 15, 2019 by Phantome 36 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Now that sir is a Bent winged bird worthy of the name Corsair ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Dyck Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Absolute fantastic! It looks perfect for me! Very nice! I love these AK Real colors. Very good stuff in my eyes! Cheers Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unfinished project Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Absolutely stunning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andwil Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Beautiful. I really like the early blue grey scheme. AW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidgeRunner Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Very nice Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Very smart! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lightpainter Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Excellent paint job! This is a beautiful model! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmerboy Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 A thing of beauty! Well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Lovley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binbrook87 Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 That is really nice! Colours look perfect to me 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
72modeler Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 That is a very, very, very nice Birdcage! However, one small suggestion to take this already outstanding build to the next level- unless the prop was recently replaced or the national insignia repainted, I would suggest scuffing the former, especially on the back side of the blades, and fading the latter. Coral dust played hell with props and leading edges and the sun played hell with the topsides. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kapam Posted October 17, 2019 Share Posted October 17, 2019 Love your work, Mate! I have this kit in my stash. If I get it anywhere close to your quality build, I'll be mighty pleased! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Dog Posted October 17, 2019 Share Posted October 17, 2019 Concur with 72modeler comments, but otherwise superbly built and finished. Love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tempestwulf Posted October 17, 2019 Share Posted October 17, 2019 Great looking birb Phantome. Paint is definitely light but you can get away with it for an island based Corsair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArmouredSprue Posted October 18, 2019 Share Posted October 18, 2019 Good stuff! Well done mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry1954 Posted October 18, 2019 Share Posted October 18, 2019 Superb example of a birdcage Corsair. You have really nailed the finish. Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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