Bengalensis Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 This is SE-CAD, a SAAB 91C Safir in civil colours, as she appeared in a commercial photo session by SAAB in Linköping Sweden, May 1955. The model is built from Tarangus 1/48 scale kit, with Maestro photo etch and decals from a special sheet by IPMS Östergötland. And not least a lot of masking tape was used to create the paintwork... The build thread can be found here. There are only two photos that I have found of SE-CAD in this rather striking livery, one B/W in air and one in colour where she stands in front of two sisters in similar designed but less striking colours. That is the photo that IPMS Östergötland used as base for their decal sheet of the three machines. I actually found that photo soon after Tarangus released the kit and knew right away that I had to build SE-CAD one day, even I would do the decals myself, so the IPMS-sheet appearing some time later was a real bonus. Seeing that commercial photo in 1955 should have made anyone looking for a private business- or sports plane to order a SAAB Safir right away, I think it's that good looking. At least I know I would have ordered one in exactly these colours... 28 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shortCummins Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 she is absolutely beautiful superb work there and defiantly added to my "want to build" list rgds John(shortCummins) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 Absolutely beautiful! A model built to exceptionally high standards. Love the detail of the curtains! Cheers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesa Jussila Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 Beautiful model, there was also couple civil Safirs in Finland. One that was used by local Saab importer and if my memory serves correctly one in polytechnics flight club. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whofan Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 What a great result. It's certainly a triumph from adversity! I've already noticed one or two details that might elevate the 1/72 Heller kit I have. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flarpen Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 Absolutely fantastic result. Two thumbs up. And it pleases me that you like the decals, really nice to see them be used. /Johan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAT69 Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 A very attractive build. I'm impressed with how well you completed the cabin. That enhances the model wonderfully. A very distinctive model. Makes me wish we could get more private planes in plastic kits. Cessna 310 and Cessna 182 come to mind. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 Fantastic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldy Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 Beautiful model and unusual too. Lovely metal finish in particular. Cheers Malcolm 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabbit Leader Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 Having not long completed the Heller kit, I’m looking over these gorgeous photos and just marvelling at this modelling excellence. You’ve managed to complete a truly excellent replica which deserves to be highly praised. That is so good, very well done. Cheers.. Dave 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shorty84 Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 Hi Jörgen, the Saab came out great. Good to see her finished after disaster struck with the other two. The metallic finish is especially nice and the cabin is a real gem Cheers Markus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cngaero Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 What a gorgeous little aeroplane that is. You've done a superb job with the build and your attention to detail is first class. I particularly like the sun screens in the cockpit canopy and all this topped off with an immaculate finish. It's an absolute stunning model. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Pete Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 Stunning! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hewy Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 Exellent job👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
politicni komisar Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 This is a really great build! It is a great inspiration to me for my project. Im LIKE, LIKE! hope the other two can go through "service" repair. by P.k 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfman Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 Modelling at it’s best, great stuff. Wulfman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Courageous Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 The best one made to the finish line first. Let's hope you can rectify the other two. Stuart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janneman36 Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 Just YAMMIE 😎 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loloskymaster Posted March 29, 2020 Share Posted March 29, 2020 Love this plane and the color scheme that you have done!😃 Great job! Lolo 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiger331 Posted March 29, 2020 Share Posted March 29, 2020 Very nice.............an unusual subject in an even more unique colour scheme. I've been fortunate enough to see a couple of the real machines at Stavanger-Sola Airport during my time in Norway. The quality of craftsmanship and the overall finish are exemplary. Well Done, Sir ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exdraken Posted March 29, 2020 Share Posted March 29, 2020 Turned out rather fantastic!! Magnificant indeed! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mountain goat Posted March 29, 2020 Share Posted March 29, 2020 Hi Jörgen, Ooh my, that's a stunner. A superbly built Safir - one almost gets the urge to climb in and take off. But the smooth finish and fine detail is what really gets my attention. Bravo! Jay 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bengalensis Posted March 29, 2020 Author Share Posted March 29, 2020 Gentlemen; thank you very much for all your kind praise. It warms my heart to see the appreciation for this version of the Safir. Thanks a lot! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marklo Posted March 29, 2020 Share Posted March 29, 2020 Wow that metal finish is so realistic. Beautiful build. Still holding out to see the other two reclaimed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CT Modeller Posted April 1, 2020 Share Posted April 1, 2020 Now that really is a beautiful finish 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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