binbrook87 Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 (edited) Hi folks Another couple of models finished over the weekend. First up is the Italeri F-5F in 1/72 scale. The Italeri kit is an old mould with raised panel lines but goes together quite well and seems to have a nice accurate shape. Decals were straight from the box for a VFC-111 machine in 3 greys. Paints were Mr Hobby Aqueous. Has to be one of the most attractive colour schemes...... Apologies for the quality of the photos, struggling to get enough light in the workroom at the moment. Next up is the Hobbyboss F-5E also in 1/72 scale. A more basic kit with some shape issues here and there, but it does have the benefit of engraved panel lines albeit a touch on the heavy side perhaps. But at around £7 it's a real bargain. Paints were a mix of Mr Hobby and Vallejo, and decals from the kit plus the spares box. I'm afraid the 'bort' number is as far as I know not accurate as I completely messed up the original decals so i had to use the closest I had available. Anyway it was a fun build...... I've got more of the same in the pipeline so watch this space.... Thanks for looking, comments much appreciated 👍 Edited January 18, 2021 by binbrook87 42 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 Fantastic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swralph Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 Lovely builds.😀 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natter Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 Very nice. The two seat F-5s always look a bit out of proportion, but that three greys scheme is the dog's. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSTON Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 IMPECCABLE and IMPRESSIVE model. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAT69 Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 You can be proud of both of those. Very nicely done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vultures1 Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 Nice work on that pair of Adversary F-5s, especially on the camo schemes. Interesting to see a side-by-side comparison of the Italeri and Hobbyboss kits too Well done! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binbrook87 Posted January 18, 2021 Author Share Posted January 18, 2021 1 hour ago, Vultures1 said: Nice work on that pair of Adversary F-5s, especially on the camo schemes. Interesting to see a side-by-side comparison of the Italeri and Hobbyboss kits too Well done! Thanks very much. Yeh it was an interesting comparison, the Italeri moulds are now showing their age and I think we're in need of a really nice new F-5E kit. The new 'Dream Model' offering looks very nice... but at £30 I think I'll pass as i can get 4 x Hobbyboss for the same price! 😮 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 Colourful pair of Tigers there, both really nicely done. Great job(s) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luka Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 Dang, you just cannot go wrong with those classic jets in aggressor camo schemes. Pretty and pretty! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WARDOG Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 NOICE! I am inspired to build my F-5E and F-5N kits as Air Force and Navy birds, respectively. GREAT Job! WARDOG 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Dog Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 So many options with Aggressors. Great job on those two. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfman Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 A lovely pair, great modelling ! Wulfman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulaero Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Love the F5's in aggressor Schemes very nicely done. Just need one of the Airfix Brown Tan and green ones to go with them..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binbrook87 Posted January 19, 2021 Author Share Posted January 19, 2021 17 minutes ago, Paulaero said: Love the F5's in aggressor Schemes very nicely done. Just need one of the Airfix Brown Tan and green ones to go with them..... Thanks very much. Yes a brown tan one is on its way ...... 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangseat Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Fabulous! Its a very elegant aircraft, and those are lovely builds. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy54 Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Two very nice builds, thank you for sharing them. I have always been fond of the Sundowners (and aggressors) ) and I have the Italeri kit in the stash. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sky Keg Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 USAF, USN, & USMC Aggressor / Adversary squadrons provide a multitude of unique and eye catching color schemes. I really like these two. The upcoming third F-5 will compliment these nicely. They turned out great Binbrook!!!!!! Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binbrook87 Posted January 19, 2021 Author Share Posted January 19, 2021 1 hour ago, Sky Keg said: USAF, USN, & USMC Aggressor / Adversary squadrons provide a multitude of unique and eye catching color schemes. I really like these two. The upcoming third F-5 will compliment these nicely. They turned out great Binbrook!!!!!! Mike Thanks very much Mike. Yes there are endless opportunities! I've got some A4s too and their camo variations are mind boggling! Graham 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djos Posted January 20, 2021 Share Posted January 20, 2021 Looking superb. I like F-5 as a plane very much and in those colors, it is one of most eye catching plane. Regards Djordje 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 A great pair! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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