Andrew Perren Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Hi All This is my latest completion. 1/48 Tamiya F-14D Tomcat as "Bullet 103" from VF-2 in OIF 2003. What hasn't already been said about this kit isn't worth saying. A real joy to build. The model is mostly box stock but I did add the following: Master Models turned brass nose probe Wheeliant resin wheels Fightertown Decals 48086 Tomcats at war Pt 3. Fightertown Decals 48087 Tomcat data and weapons decals. The model is painted in MRP Lacquers FS36375 / FS36320 / FS 35237 - USN TPS scheme, and weathered with Tamiya panel line wash, Tamiya weathering sets and AK weathering pencils. Here's a few pics, I hope you like it. Thanks for looking, have a great day & stay safe. 61 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airbus320 Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Wow that’s superb! Love the weathering!!! Chris 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattSimps74 Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Perfection Andrew, congratulations. I’m building an A model at the mo and am grinning from ear to ear! Well done for an absolutely superb Tomcat! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F1xena Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 This is a magnificent looking model...I love the worn weathered look you have achieved. I’m no expert on the F14, but one thing that stands out is the exhaust nozzles...they seem too shiny to me, especially when compared to the rest of the airframe. Might just be my eye. I’d certainly be proud to be able to produce something half as nice. Cheers Tania 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAT69 Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Gotta love the Tomcat. Your model is masterfully built! Like that you included the TARPS pod in back and the bomb racks up front. Shows the plane's versatility. I also like the worn look typical of a Tomcat at sea. Artfully done; not too little and not too much. It looks real. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Fabulous work, love everything about it, pilots look great too. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vultures1 Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 That's an absolute stunner! The weathered TPS is particularly excellent 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-4Guy Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Masterfully crafted cat... Feast to the eyes 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redcap Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Absolutely brilliant with a superb paint finish and blemish free build. Fantastic Model! Gary 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Dyck Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Dear Lord, unbelieveable! Stunning! Really perfect! thx for sharing! all the best Andy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markmcguire25 Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Beautiful job on this kit. Even as well as it fits, your canopy and windscreen look PERFECT! Nice work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reggie78usmc Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Amazing work! I am also building a tamiya cat but the A version. One of the best kits I have ever built! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retired Bob Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Absolutely stunning, a fantastic feline. Love the paint job. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fewr9fkr9595 Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Very nice! One minor point - perhaps tone down and dirty up the ecm bumps and formation strips to harmonise the finish? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Outstanding 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmerboy Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Drop dead gorgeous! Fantastic finish and always nice to see the crew on board, good job! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Cancian Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Brilliant work Andrew - out of curiosity, what camera and lighting set up do you use? Your photography is outstanding. Cheers, BC 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Perren Posted June 28, 2020 Author Share Posted June 28, 2020 1 hour ago, Brad Cancian said: Brilliant work Andrew - out of curiosity, what camera and lighting set up do you use? Your photography is outstanding. Cheers, BC Thanks Brad. Nikon D5600. I have a table setup with roll of white backdrop paper and two soft box light stands. Each photo is a focus stack of two images blended in photoshop to get it sharp from back to front. I also have the camera on a tripod and use a remote shutter release. Hope that helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Screech Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 Stellar! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted June 29, 2020 Share Posted June 29, 2020 One of the best I've seen 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calum Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 Really nice job there Stickers. Pilots look cool as well. Nice photos as well. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tojo72 Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 Love those cats,superb build. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David H Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 A very nice build, Andrew. Very cleanly executed. I especially like the head on shot. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hairystick Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 Stunning build and great photography of your work as well! Gotta love a peeping-Tomcat. The TARPS pod is not a common sight. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Callahan Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 Brilliant excellent outstanding work. I love your weathering job so much. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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