Wdedig Posted August 21, 2022 Share Posted August 21, 2022 Here is my version of the Valom B-45 in 1/72. Out of box and a great set of canopy masks from Hannants. "North-American B-45A/B-45C Tornado kabuki masks all windows and clear parts, wheels, antiglare shields (designed to be used with Valom VAL72120 and VAL72121 kits) Manufacturer:..New Ware" Unbelievable time saver ....PS Dust is photography, not model. Caracal decal and they were fantastic. Alclad over Tamiya Gloss Black. Natural metal over-coated with Alclad Aqua Gloss. This gloss is not happy with Solvaset residue. All decals must be wiped down before final coat of Aqua Gloss. This kit is a bit of a modeling challenge for seams and fit in many places. O well as our friends in Britain say "Couple swipes with a sanding stick ". Forgot to mention I did add bit of riveting to enhance overall surface panels. Happy Birthday USAF and Thanks for Looking Comments always welcome Cheers Bill D. 72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAT69 Posted August 21, 2022 Share Posted August 21, 2022 Beautiful work! You seldom see these on display. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmerboy Posted August 21, 2022 Share Posted August 21, 2022 That is a super impressive result of an aircraft that l have never seen before, good job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcNewitt Posted August 21, 2022 Share Posted August 21, 2022 That is a Tornado I wouldn't mind being in! Gorgeous. Marc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted August 21, 2022 Share Posted August 21, 2022 Superb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted August 21, 2022 Share Posted August 21, 2022 Beautiful B-45, I have a good bit of love for the type and hope to build one someday soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wdedig Posted August 21, 2022 Author Share Posted August 21, 2022 Thank you all for the very nice comments Best Regards Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardiff guy Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 gorgeous finish, well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
109 fan Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 Looks great, Mr. Dedig! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfman Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 Terrific Tornado, superb build and finish ! Wulfman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vultures1 Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 Lovely work on a type one doesn't often see in model form - well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maginot Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 Good to see an unusual model nicely made and presented. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cpoud117 Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 Splendid finish especially on a short run kit! I think it deserves a new photoshoot sans-dust 😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheyJammedKenny! Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 All of the above! This is a beautiful piece of artwork on your part, because I have an idea how hard it was to get it looking this way! You deserve a medal (metal?) for delivering such a great result. Bravo! My former service's anniversary is in September, but no matter! Best to deliver gifts early... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russmeister 101 Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 Cant really say much that hasn't already been said my esteemed peers above! Bravo that man!!! OUTSTANDING work! 👏🏆 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wdedig Posted August 22, 2022 Author Share Posted August 22, 2022 Thank all of you for the very positive feedback. I truly appreciate your comments and enjoy posting on this location. I will post a few new photos in a short time as I noticed I forgot to add the landing light on the port engine nacelle. Cheers Bill 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 That's really great, I've always been a big fan of the B-45 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaracalModels Posted August 24, 2022 Share Posted August 24, 2022 Beautiful - I always thought the B-45 was one of the most interesting early jets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wdedig Posted August 24, 2022 Author Share Posted August 24, 2022 Thanks for all the positives Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanC Posted August 24, 2022 Share Posted August 24, 2022 Fabulous! And a rare bird in model form. You've achieved a very impressive finish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wdedig Posted August 24, 2022 Author Share Posted August 24, 2022 Thank You all very Much I did finish the Nose Pitot and the port engine landing light. Thanks for all the Positive comments Bill 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kapam Posted August 25, 2022 Share Posted August 25, 2022 Top notch work on that. Your NMF is the icing on the cake. The tail looks like it was grafted from an A-26 Invader (??). 👍👏👍👏 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VG 33 Posted August 25, 2022 Share Posted August 25, 2022 Hi Bill This is a very beautiful kit you made here. I know how this one is difficult as I built one four years ago. I chose #90 from the same decal sheet. I preferred to paint mine duller also. Did you have the same trouble with the fin which was bent to one side? I had to correct that the hard way. Congratulations. Patrick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wdedig Posted August 25, 2022 Author Share Posted August 25, 2022 Thanks for all the great feed back. I did not have any warpage issues , mostly fit and alignment challenges. Cheers Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bentwaters81tfw Posted August 25, 2022 Share Posted August 25, 2022 Very smart job, better than an in-service model. Having built the Valom and Mach 2 examples, you have bested the beast. Challenging is the word! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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