Patrik Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 Completed as J-9552 in the livery of No. 2 Squadron (army co-operation), somewhere in southern England early in its carrier, most likely sometime in winter 1931/1932. Judging so by the rudder stripes, which are still in the pre-1930 order. However, all things considered, the plane was from the 1928 contract, it was stored for some time, and I do not think anyone in the service would have cared too much about repainting the stripes unless the rudder needed to be replaced. Therefore, probably the airplane could have worn the same markings anytime in its service carrier, i.e. from 12/1931 to 06/1933. The kit is quite a nice Phoenix vacform from the start of the 90´s, with white metal parts by Aeroclub. The main parts come from the kit, but many details were either scratchbuilt or taken from the spare part box. The build thread is here: Brush painted with an assortment of enamel paints, roundels by Xtradecal, serial numbers from the kit, stencils from my spare decals. No matter how hard I tried, the rudder serial number did not fully blend with. I will have to survive. Altogether very enjoyable old-fashioned job, though I will be glad to take a break from vacform modelling for a while. As usual with me, no rigging. 45 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lasermonkey Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 *Standing ovation* Lovely job! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulaero Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 That's excellent work and show's just how good a vac form can be..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cngaero Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 That's a superb Atlas. It's always great to see a well built and finished vacuform kit. Well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Slowbuild Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 Followed the build thread in awe at the superb detailing. The finish is outstanding too, wonderful! Dave 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfman Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 Excellent build and finish, great modelling ! wulfman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEXANTOMCAT Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 Stunning build! TT 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keith in the uk Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 Oh yes , very nice indeed , i have two of these which came as a box of ready made models from a flea market many years ago , i feel some restoration work coming on. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrik Posted July 8, 2022 Author Share Posted July 8, 2022 I think it is pretty obvious that (like absolutely everyone else I believe) I post my models here only for purely altruistic reasons and my own selfless pleasure, and at any time, especially on the record, I will categorically deny that I would be the slightest bit pleased to receive any praise from the audience. But damn, it feels so good…😀 Thank you, guys! 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogsbody Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 NICELY DONE! That looks great! Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Courageous Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 What they all said, a fantastic job. Stuart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdrianMF Posted July 9, 2022 Share Posted July 9, 2022 Lovely work! Regards, Adrian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maginot Posted July 9, 2022 Share Posted July 9, 2022 Excellent. Love to see these interwar types. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr T Posted July 9, 2022 Share Posted July 9, 2022 That looks very nice Patrik. I have one in the stash, could be on the build list for later this year. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrik Posted July 10, 2022 Author Share Posted July 10, 2022 (edited) Thanks a lot again! By the way, @Maginot, would you share with us the reason for adopting our second greatest national hero (right after Jaroslav Cimrman), the bravest of the brave, good soldier Švejk, as your avatar? Edited July 10, 2022 by Patrik 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MACALAIN Posted July 11, 2022 Share Posted July 11, 2022 On 06/07/2022 at 19:02, Patrik said: Completed as J-9552 in the livery of No. 2 Squadron (army co-operation), somewhere in southern England early in its carrier, most likely sometime in winter 1931/1932. Judging so by the rudder stripes, which are still in the pre-1930 order. However, all things considered, the plane was from the 1928 contract, it was stored for some time, and I do not think anyone in the service would have cared too much about repainting the stripes unless the rudder needed to be replaced. Therefore, probably the airplane could have worn the same markings anytime in its service carrier, i.e. from 12/1931 to 06/1933. The kit is quite a nice Phoenix vacform from the start of the 90´s, with white metal parts by Aeroclub. The main parts come from the kit, but many details were either scratchbuilt or taken from the spare part box. The build thread is here: Brush painted with an assortment of enamel paints, roundels by Xtradecal, serial numbers from the kit, stencils from my spare decals. No matter how hard I tried, the rudder serial number did not fully blend with. I will have to survive. Altogether very enjoyable old-fashioned job, though I will be glad to take a break from vacform modelling for a while. As usual with me, no rigging. Nicely done. Alain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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