MASSIMILIANO Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 Hi Guys, this is my latest project BF109 F4 ZVEZDA 1:48 in tropical camo. I really liked building this model. Firstly, the price is great for what is offered in the box. Two different variants are offered and very nice details of the engine Daimler-Benz DB 601E. I didn’t have any particular issues during the construction process, everything fitted very well. I would suggest this kit to anyone. Instructions are very clear for each step of the building. I used oil paint for reproducing some sand effect on the undercarriage and along the entire fuselage and upper wings. To create a bit of engine staining, I used “Engine, fuel and oil” from MIG. As canopy masks, I used KV Models, Eduard seat belts and Xtradecal as decals. The model was brushed painted using MIG acrylic paints. I hope you like it and I looking forward to receiving your comments and advices. Thank you guys!! 14 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jean Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 Ciao Massimiliano, I love 109s and I really like your take on this specific airframe. Great painting job. Well done! I only have to slightly negative points to comment upon: The aerial mast should be vertical and not canted backward. The wheels should be aligned with the fuselage, and not diverging outward. For the rest, it is a winner! What's next? JR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MASSIMILIANO Posted September 11, 2021 Author Share Posted September 11, 2021 Hello Jean, thank you for your kind comments and advice.To be honest I don't know which model start.I am not sure between these three:P30,Mosquito or P40. Any suggestion?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 great work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Werdna Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 Great effort, well done. Just to follow up on something that jean said earlier - I think possibly the u/c legs may be on back to front, which might account for the wheel misalignment and the 'rearward' angle they are set at. Could be a relatively easy fix, depending on how they were attached.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MASSIMILIANO Posted September 11, 2021 Author Share Posted September 11, 2021 Hi Werdna you spot the issue.I have just realized my mistake. I don't want to try fixing the issue since the wheels were attached with superglue and I am worried to make a big mess.thank you for your comments it helps me to improve. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Werdna Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 2 minutes ago, MASSIMILIANO said: Hi Werdna you spot the issue.I have just realized my mistake. I don't want to try fixing the issue since the wheels were attached with superglue and I am worried to make a big mess.thank you for your comments it helps me to improve. If they are superglued, I would leave them where they are - it gives you a good excuse to build another one.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jean Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 1 hour ago, MASSIMILIANO said: Hello Jean, thank you for your kind comments and advice.To be honest I don't know which model start.I am not sure between these three:P30,Mosquito or P40. Any suggestion?? Hi Massimiliano, by P30, I assume you mean P-38? If this is the case, then all three models are superb planes. My heart would go straight for the P-40! Which kit is it? Whatever you choose, have fun! JR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MASSIMILIANO Posted September 11, 2021 Author Share Posted September 11, 2021 Hi Jean, I made a typing mistake, yes P-38.I would like to make a P40.I probably go with Airfix 1:48.Have you ever built one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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