wellsprop Posted February 7, 2022 Share Posted February 7, 2022 So this is what happens when I get an idea in my head and get carried away. I had a look at an "in-box" review of Airfix's new tool Vampire and realised it was designed in such a way that would make a conversion really easy. I bought myself a kit and prepared my CAD mouse. Being fairly organised, I have a spreadsheet with all the kits I plan to build, needless to say, this was not on that list - but I've really enjoyed both the CAD, 3D printing and the kit itself. I decided I wanted something a bit different for the colour scheme, so I chose the Swiss markings (and I'm glad I did). It was brush painted with Hataka Medium Sea Grey on top and Ztracrylic PRU blue beneath, the Swiss cross markings were masked and the decals came from spares. Weathered using Mig Panel Line Wash. I've tried a couple new techniques; firstly, I bought an airbrush, so the satin varnish is airbrushed and, secondly, I am now taking photos using my airbrush spray booth and a big bit of blue-grey card - I'm very happy pleased with the overall result Thanks for looking - and these conversions are available to purchase from me! Ben 42 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted February 7, 2022 Share Posted February 7, 2022 This looks rather splendid Ben , great work on printing the Twin booms they look great as does your model too. Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Kunac-Tabinor Posted February 7, 2022 Share Posted February 7, 2022 That's lovely. I'll drop you a line about buying some. Have you contacted SAM about reviewing them? cheers Jonners [edit- I just bought some via your ebay shop! ] 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 Excellent 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bertie McBoatface Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Nice one. The new tech is well and truly here, with great results. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire31 Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Very smart looking Vamp! And 3D printing is a harbinger of the future of modelling, I suspect. Excellent work! Kind regards, Joachim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petetasker Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Something different and a lovely build. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maginot Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Looks very well finished. The colour scheme is interesting, the national markings striking. Would have been nice to see a low angle or two to show off those lovely blue undersides. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dric Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Oh oh, another beatiful Vämpi, and a Swiss one. I'm in love 😍. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildeSau75 Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 What a lovely model of an early Mk. Vampire - and then in Swiss livery - I cant get better than this! Cheers, Michael 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellsprop Posted February 10, 2022 Author Share Posted February 10, 2022 Thanks all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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wellsprop Posted February 11, 2022 Author Share Posted February 11, 2022 On 09/02/2022 at 11:29, Maginot said: Looks very well finished. The colour scheme is interesting, the national markings striking. Would have been nice to see a low angle or two to show off those lovely blue undersides. Just added a couple photos showing the undersides 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Head in the clouds. Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 Very crisp and sharp and a nice slice and dice job. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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