Eduard 1:72 MIG21 MF

[Bob_C]

Evening all,

Here is my latest finished effort. It’s the Eduard 1:72 Mig 21 MFN of the Czech Air Force respelendent in its Tiger markings celebrating 45 years of Caslav Air Base in 2002.

 

Its the first Eduard Mig that I have made and it does live up to its reputation of being an excellent kit. The fit is superb, panel line engraving is wonderful, etc, etc, you’ve heard it all before but it is a pleasure to build – well almost.

 

I found the level of detail to be a bit overwhelming, you have to be so careful when handling not to damage any of the tiny parts. Although this is a Weekend boxing it does come with a small PE fret with some of the parts being frankly microscopic. The more I try to work with PE the less I enjoy it!

The Tiger marking decals went on with no great issues although looking at the end result I could have settled some of them a bit better over the numerous aerials and intakes.

Its painted using Mr Hobby Aqueous acrylics and finished with a coat of AK matt varnish.

 

Saying that I would definitely recommend it – but get yourself a good magnifying glass, a sharp pair of tweezers and a steady hand.

 

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[Vultures1]

Gorgeous Fishbed!  Very nicely done

[SAT69]

Lovely MiG-21. I especially like the markings on the tail. I've never worked with PE, don't think my "senior" fingers could handle it any better than they handle tiny parts.

[RidgeRunner]

Very nice, Bob. I have one in the post

 

Martin

[Ryan Hothersall]

Nice build. 

[Wulfman]

Fine looking Fishbed, nice work!

 

Wulfman

 

PS:- Congratulations from an envious Chelsea supporter !