fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Old kits are sometimes such a pleasant surprise. Even with their limitations, some of them are well above what it's being produced today by certain brands. Exaggerated flying surfaces' ribbing and inaccurate floats aside, this kit is very nice, has reasonable detail, and even detail again that many contemporary kits lack. And that's why I keep building old kits, together with new ones that offer civil schemes and uses. As explained in the step-by-step posting, I just wanted a pair of floats to adapt for a DH89 conversion project, and somehow ended up building this kit that happened to provide them. I didn't regret that, having learned a bit about the type and enjoying the building process. I sanded the exaggerated rib detail, opened a side door, added an engine and prop, landing and navigation lights, new Pitot, whip and cable antennae, a cabin interior, tailwheel fairing, and other details to perk up the model. I build but finally did not install what looks like a cropdusting bar, unsure about what may have corresponded as associated equipment in the interior (tanks, pump, etc.). You can follow the step-by-step building sequence here: There are so many colorful civil users of this plane out there, that I was surprised that there are no good replacement resin floats for it. My heartfelt thanks to Arctic Decals for producing and selling the set that made this model possible. The chosen subject (a plane of the US Forest Service) is related to my admiration and respect for nature, in a time when obtuse rulers make everything in their power to destroy it, profusely helped by the usual orcs. What next... may be a Beaver? 43 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForestFan Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 That’s lovely, nice job 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vingtor Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Very nice model. It has been interesting to follow your work! Nils 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolphin38 Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 I've run out of superlatives now, that is another beauty 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Another very fine model Moa, cracking work. Looks absolutely lovely. All the best Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonners Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 1 hour ago, Moa said: my admiration and respect for nature, in a time when obtuse rulers make everything in their power to destroy it, profusely helped by the usual orcs. Well said. That's another lovely model that looks really good in the sunshine. Unfortunately here in Yorkshire it would look more like the B&W photo at the moment, even in colour... Jon 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dstream Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Lovely model! As usual, this is another sharp and clean build of yours. I love airplanes from that era and this is no exception. Best regards, Daniele 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted July 4, 2020 Author Share Posted July 4, 2020 2 hours ago, ForestFan said: That’s lovely, nice job Thanks ForestFan! I see you too are of the Green Fellowship! 1 hour ago, Vingtor said: Very nice model. It has been interesting to follow your work! Nils Thanks for your kindness, Nils. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted July 4, 2020 Author Share Posted July 4, 2020 1 hour ago, dolphin38 said: I've run out of superlatives now, that is another beauty You are kind indeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted July 4, 2020 Author Share Posted July 4, 2020 1 hour ago, bigbadbadge said: Another very fine model Moa, cracking work. Looks absolutely lovely. All the best Chris Appreciate your kindness, Chris. I am glad to be able to finally complete this stream of kits. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted July 4, 2020 Author Share Posted July 4, 2020 1 hour ago, Jonners said: Well said. That's another lovely model that looks really good in the sunshine. Unfortunately here in Yorkshire it would look more like the B&W photo at the moment, even in colour... Jon Thanks, Jon! And also for the support! When we visited Yorkshire a few years ago we worn different pairs of colored eyeglasses, that solved the problem. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted July 4, 2020 Author Share Posted July 4, 2020 50 minutes ago, Dstream said: Lovely model! As usual, this is another sharp and clean build of yours. I love airplanes from that era and this is no exception. Best regards, Daniele Very kind of you Daniele. What what we do without our beloved planes! So magical, so many interesting stories told by them. Cheers! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidgeRunner Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 You never fail to impress, Claudio Martin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Aero Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Exquisite. John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAT69 Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Truly beautiful build. The paint work is superb! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Just wonderful. Again! Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted July 4, 2020 Author Share Posted July 4, 2020 48 minutes ago, RidgeRunner said: You never fail to impress, Claudio Martin You are very kind, Martin. It's the subjects, not me 😉 41 minutes ago, John Aero said: Exquisite. John High praise coming from a master, John! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted July 4, 2020 Author Share Posted July 4, 2020 38 minutes ago, SAT69 said: Truly beautiful build. The paint work is superb! Kind compliment! Appreciated! Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted July 4, 2020 Author Share Posted July 4, 2020 And to the skies it goes: 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfman Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 Another superb model and presentation , truly wonderful modelling ! Wulfman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobo Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 Another beauty. Love these civilian builds Moa. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Ranger Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 Another gem from our Modeling Monk. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted July 5, 2020 Author Share Posted July 5, 2020 6 hours ago, Wulfman said: Another superb model and presentation , truly wonderful modelling ! Wulfman Thanks, Wulfman! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted July 5, 2020 Author Share Posted July 5, 2020 3 hours ago, Hobo said: Another beauty. Love these civilian builds Moa. You are very kind, Hobo. Aren't they indeed interesting and colorful? Cheers 3 hours ago, Space Ranger said: Another gem from our Modeling Monk. The work of a modeling monk is never done. 😛 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bengalensis Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 Once more a very nice choice of version, and it's good too see a trusted old work horse like this so finely modeled. Absolutely beautiful. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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