bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Share Posted February 2, 2020 Since the Ghost Tiger in 1/72 from Revell is a bit too small for me, and understandably this special livery means a bit more to me than some other Tiffies, the birdie had to be a little bigger in my showcase. In addition, I had a little special effect in my head that unfortunately didn't make it to the original (but could almost have with a little more time!). I really wanted to know what it could have looked like, so here is my "uncanny Ghost Tiger - glow in the dark edition" Boooohooohooooooooooooo .... (for all those who might still be interested in the route up to that point and who might want to take something with them for their own Tiffy project , here's the WIP again: 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 I am not sure how many pictures such a flyout should have. Should it be too much, please let me know and I will delete some immediately. Maybe a few detail pictures first ... 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 On the original, depending on the angle of the light, you could make out a certain color difference between the gray on the foil and the paint on the jet. I tried to show it in a similar way in the decals. Otherwise, I hope that the tiger stripes also lie as in the original and all panels are where they should be: 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 (edited) Depending on the sunlight, the film on the HUD display also casts a nice green shimmer and here the conversion work on the canopy frame might become a little clearer: Edited February 2, 2020 by bushande 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 Here one can maybe see the small color differences on the slats again (mentioned in the WIP)? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 Basically I think (well ... I hope) that all stripes are where they were in the original. Fortunately, the tiger foil didn't let much show through .... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 Here's a quick look at the ... well ... almost DIY engines. Resin would be a nice idea here! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djos Posted February 2, 2020 Share Posted February 2, 2020 Very unusual, very interesting....GREAT WORK Regards Djordje Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 (edited) Many thanks for the interest and the nice feedback. A quick look at the belly side: The tanks and the payload are removable. As for the intakes; as you can see ....... you don’t see any of the rework, but at least I know it’s there hehe: Edited February 2, 2020 by bushande 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 Another quick look at the engines; in the dark you can see more than in daylight The stand is a converted polystone with welding wire: 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 On the original, the fail was sealed at many areas and panel lines with a shiny glue / sealant. I tried to imitate this somewhat in the model. If the satin finish shines in one place every now and then, it is deliberately so! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 So, another few day/night pictures of the whole plane and then I'll leave you alone: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 one in the light, one in the dark, and one very dark (at some point, there is no point anymore in taking pictures) .... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 (edited) almost done ... Edited February 2, 2020 by bushande 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 Actually, I wanted to cover the foil with flat coat first and then polish it up a bit, but it was a bit too delicate for me. I am quite satisfied with the satin finish: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 a few more of the belly: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 and that's the airshow/display config ... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 another few GITD shots and we are done ... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 xxx... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 alright these are the last one and you are rid of me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 And off and away with it onto the shelf. Thanks for the interest and for holding out until here. On to the next project! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbay133 Posted February 2, 2020 Share Posted February 2, 2020 Very nice unusual scheme, well executed. Got to think that on the real thing the low visibility must be somewhat compromised with this scheme. Graeme Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share Posted February 2, 2020 Thank you. Well, to be honest, I don't think that LV has never been anybodies intention when it comes to Tigermeet schemes.😁 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted February 3, 2020 Share Posted February 3, 2020 Outstanding 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushande Posted February 3, 2020 Author Share Posted February 3, 2020 (edited) Much appreciated! Thank you very much! Edited June 2, 2020 by bushande Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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