Roman Schilhart Posted November 1, 2021 Share Posted November 1, 2021 Dear fellow Britmodellers, here's my 1/72 Revell P-47D Thunderbolt, built from the box. I received this kit from the legacy of a fellow IPMS club member. The kit's box was badly crushed and torn, and every time I saw it in my stash I felt sorry for it. Looking for a 'quick build', I moved it to the workbench. The Revell model was released 20 years ago: https://www.scalemates.com/de/kits/revell-04155-republic-p-47d-30-thunderbolt--107126 It still holds up well today, with nice details and clean mouldings, and is a cheaper alternative to the Tamiya kit. Markings represent "Chuck's Wagon", an aircraft of 362nd Fighter Group, operating from Rouvres aifield (allied code A.82) in early 1945. The decals are from Eagle Strike (#72058, "362nd FG Jugs Pt.II"). Painted with Tamiya, Mr.Hobby and Alclad II. Photographs by Wolfgang Rabel. "Chuck's Wagon" carried colorful wheel hubs. These were punched from plastic sheet and painted according to instructions. Thank you for your interest. Best greetings from Vienna! Roman 48 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in a shed Posted November 1, 2021 Share Posted November 1, 2021 That s a beauty Roman, the precise application of the scheme makes the model appear to be in a bigger scale. Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sky Keg Posted November 1, 2021 Share Posted November 1, 2021 If you didn’t mention it in your review, I would have thought this was the Tamiya kit. Another superb rendition from you Roman. Keep spoiling us with your works of art!!!! Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Gee Posted November 1, 2021 Share Posted November 1, 2021 Excellent work as always Roman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfman Posted November 1, 2021 Share Posted November 1, 2021 A beautiful build and finish ! Wulfman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidgeRunner Posted November 1, 2021 Share Posted November 1, 2021 Very very nice, Roman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remus389 Posted November 1, 2021 Share Posted November 1, 2021 This would be the pride of my model display area. Looks lovely😎 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mig88 Posted November 1, 2021 Share Posted November 1, 2021 Beautifully done, as usual, Roman! That looks very spectacular. Miguel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted November 1, 2021 Share Posted November 1, 2021 Outstanding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luis Alfonso Posted November 2, 2021 Share Posted November 2, 2021 Hi My Friend Roman!!! Congratulations for this new masterpiece you show us here!!!! I agree with you as this beauty is a nice kit and, I don't know the Tamiya but this one is in comparison ultra cheaper as the Tamiya value is three times of Revell's. I like this kit and was thinking in use it to make one of any south american Air Frorces as those were the very last countries flying this beast, or a French one used in Algeria war. For sure an impressive aircraft. Likes a huge lot your build, a very clean and feel is a vice free build, liked a huge lot the light weathering and wonderful finish you achieved here. Was wondering if are you making any plan for a Razorback to make this one a good company??? Thank you very much for sharing!!! Cheers, Luis Alfonso , Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Mc Posted November 2, 2021 Share Posted November 2, 2021 Very nicely done. I'm working on this kit at the moment (in RAF markings) and it is indeed a nicely moulded and well fitting model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted November 2, 2021 Share Posted November 2, 2021 That has scrubbed up really well Roman. I think the Revell kit probably rates #2 to the Tamiya one in 1/72. You might have moved that up a peg looking at this. Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pablito Posted November 2, 2021 Share Posted November 2, 2021 Great work Roman! You've done a beautiful Jug! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanmi Posted November 2, 2021 Share Posted November 2, 2021 Beautifully done, like nice contrast between red, green and NMF. Nicely faded antiglare and D-day striped surfaces. As always, great photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kapam Posted November 5, 2021 Share Posted November 5, 2021 That's an outstanding build! I'm a fan of Revell's 1/72 P-47 - great value! I have built a few already and would be happy to do more. I'd definitely need to be on my A-game to get anywhere near as good as yours, though! It's perfection in 1/72! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanC Posted November 5, 2021 Share Posted November 5, 2021 A real gem of a P-47. 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tempestwulf Posted November 5, 2021 Share Posted November 5, 2021 One of my favourite kits. Great looking Jug, keep 'em coming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaceAddict Posted November 5, 2021 Share Posted November 5, 2021 Love the look of that aluminium skin... my next new skill to try, metal finishes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valleyforge Posted November 5, 2021 Share Posted November 5, 2021 Iam still in my infancy when comes to building and from what Ive read and heard Silver, Aluminum, and sorts of those colours can be a tricky to apply; especially if you dont get the prep work right.. However, this looks flawless. Fantastic work. Its making me nerves about taking on my P51 build after the Me 262 that Iam doing shortly. You have got to love the decals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bertie McBoatface Posted November 6, 2021 Share Posted November 6, 2021 Fine, fine work indeed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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