Toryu Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 'White 2' was among the first 'Friedrichs' received by 1./JG 27 towards the end of 1941. This build was beyond my comfort zone. To participate in the Heller Classic groupbuild I retrieved this Messerschmitt from the stash, purchased in early 1972 when I was more accustomed to 1/72 models and Luftwaffe subjects than today. Not surprisingly this antique has its limitations. So I tried my best, which meant copious research and a considerable number of modifications. I'm rather happy with the result although Me 109 experts may still find many points that I overlooked. Alterations include sanding panel lines and rivets, re-scribing the airframe, elongating fuselage and wing, pruning the prop blades, detailing undercarriage legs and wheel wells. A complete WIP can be found here. Aftermarket parts were used for cockpit interior, canopy, radiator flaps, wheels and wheel covers. The decals come from Avalon (7009) and the scrap box. Last but not least, a colorised picture of the original - I hope you enjoy my venture into the unknown. A comeback to quarterscale is near 😀 Michael 44 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 What a cracking 109, Michael. A lot of work has gone into that. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swralph Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 Very nice build Michael.😀 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmerboy Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 You have done a smashing job, it shows what can be done with an older kit, matches the original perfectly, good job! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djos Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 You done an excellent job on this oldie. Finished model looks simply great. Best regards Djordje 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in a shed Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 Great job on this venerable kit Michael. Probably the first Heller kit I ever made. Pete 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 Quality build and finish Michael 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigbeale Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 What an excellent result. Very well done!! 👏👏👏👏 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mig88 Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 That's the Heller kit ??!! Outstanding work indeed!!! I have a couple of later releases in my stash and a look at the undercarriage legs just shows how basic it is (they are hockey sticks with no detail). You've done an incredible job ! Miguel 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toryu Posted January 16, 2021 Author Share Posted January 16, 2021 On 15/01/2021 at 22:41, Pete in a shed said: Probably the first Heller kit I ever made. Same here. The first and only one. I grew up with Revell and Airfix 1/72, plus a few Frog when they became available in Germany. So, this Heller kit had the privilege of receiving my best effort almost 50 years later... Thank you and all commentators for your kind words. It's fun to try and make the best from a classic kit. Cheers, Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangor Lad Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 Great build and superbly photographed! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 This a a great build. I followed your WiP & can say with certainty, what you have ended up with is way better than the kit deserved. 👍 Steve 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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