nasosrr Posted May 12, 2020 Share Posted May 12, 2020 (edited) Hello all. I found some time tonight to complete and photograph the Buckeye. Straight out of the box, apart from the 2 RBF-tags on the seats. Painted mainly with Gunze colours, according to the instructions. It's the second model I paint free-hand, and to be honest, I am not satisfied. I think it looks more "to scale" if I mask with white tac. Anyway. Without further ado, I (kind of) proudly present: Below the RfI photos you'll find the link to the short WIP as well as a couple of "indiscreet" photos, that show some faulty details. A few more photos, as links, in order to help the page load a bit faster: Without the canopy, a better look at the cockpit: And my bloopers: I thought this was a small aircraft, until I tried to place it in my display and realised that its size is actually rather decent: I know, I need to improve my "photo studio". At the end of the day, I did actually enjoy this build and I think I want to build another one, with the blue and white roundels this time. Next up, IRIAF F-14A Tomcat, aka a Persian cat... Thank you for dropping by and watching. Take care of yourselves. Edited May 12, 2020 by nasosrr Added a photo 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 Nicely done Buckeye and Draken. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForestFan Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 Looks excellent. I have the same kit to build but the vac-form canopy is putting me off! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shalako Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 Beautiful work Nasos and the photography is top notch!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notty Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 I'm a big fan of this aircraft and yours is very very nice great job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 Very cool, you can't beat a good T-2! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_alfisti_ Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 Very well done, the Buckeye as well as the Draken. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markmcguire25 Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 Nice job!!! Having just finished this same kit, I can tell you did a lot of work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nasosrr Posted May 13, 2020 Author Share Posted May 13, 2020 Thank you all for your kind comments. I've already spotted some more issues, like the fact that the level edges where the closed canopy sits (what is this part called? ) need to be repainted (I missed them), but they will be tackled with in due time. @ForestFan the canopy was kind of a nemesis for me as well. But aside from the fact that the fit between the windshield and the fuselage was a disaster (or rather I made it a disaster) and that the material is so soft that makes handling a real pain, it wasn't as bad as I initially dreaded. A new blade on your scalpel, lots of patience, great lighting and you're good to go. There are also two canopies in the kit, in case you fail with your first attempt. And besides........ the canopy isn't the worst problem you'll be faces with when building this kit, so don't let it put you off. @markmcguire25 Wow, great! And thanks! It means a lot coming from someone who knows what the kit is like. Can I see yours somewhere? I'll search for it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exdraken Posted May 14, 2020 Share Posted May 14, 2020 Top job! Rarely seen built thid kit although the can be doe really splendid! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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