TheBaron Posted December 3, 2022 Share Posted December 3, 2022 Delicious colours and textures Johnny; the yellow tonalities in that penultimate photo are just so wonderfully rich. 👏 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fritag Posted December 3, 2022 Share Posted December 3, 2022 Splendid painting and finishing is frankly a given with you Johnny, and manifestly on display here. The Firefly also easily survives close contact with unforgiving macro-photography. Luvverly job. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted December 3, 2022 Author Share Posted December 3, 2022 On 27/11/2022 at 21:16, giemme said: Aaaaaargh! 😱 😱 Good thing you managed to save that roundel! Of course had you painted that on, you'd have been a happy camper from the start, alas.... Great save on the windshield too, and the weathering is up to your usual (high) standard Looking forward to the RFI Ciao Yes I know. Decals are the devil! 😈. Thanks G. RFI soon. I break up in a week until next year so lloottss of time. 😇 On 27/11/2022 at 22:15, bigbadbadge said: Great work Johnny, glad you managed to save the roundel and get the windscreen sorted too, you have done a fantastic job bringing the Trumpeter kit up to scratch with your 3D printed bits and have an unusual looking machine in this scheme. Great work Chris Thanks Chris for the kind words and Thanks again for your help. 🤩 On 27/11/2022 at 22:51, 81-er said: That's a great result, Johnny! Nice saves on the screen and the decal. I'll look forward to the RFI, as well as seeing what's next on your bench James Thanks James. I think I have chosen the next path. 🥸 On 27/11/2022 at 23:02, AdrianMF said: What a roller coaster of an update! More drama than an anniversary edition of East Enders. Looking fab, although I think seeing a classic FAA fighter in trainer colours fits my definition of “cognitive dissonance“! Will check out the RFI. Regards, Adrian Thanks Adrian. It’s Prototype which I think is different. Ahhh yes there’s Troy. I have a few now with yellow bums. 💛 On 27/11/2022 at 23:38, Troy Smith said: also prototype colours, and used on captured types.... from @FalkeEins blog http://falkeeins.blogspot.com/2010/09/captured-luftwaffe-types-1.html Firefly looking very neat @The Spadgent cheers T Thanks Troy. Your help on with this was second to none. 😇 On 28/11/2022 at 05:28, Bell209 said: Please, Johnny - elevators, Sir! Another outstanding masterclass in modelling. Dang! Yes, elevators, sorry. 🙃 On 28/11/2022 at 12:25, AliGauld said: What a fantastic job you've done on this. Really loving the yellow and what a save with the decal. Cheers, Alistair Thank you kind sir. 🤩 On 28/11/2022 at 18:34, Bonkin said: Amazing work. Looks beautiful. Love your work. Bravo. To kind thanks. On 28/11/2022 at 19:50, Hamden said: A really stunning Firefly absolutely superb! Stay safe Roger Thanks Roger. Really enjoyable build. 16 hours ago, opus999 said: Wow!! 😻 Great save on the decal and canopy! Another beautiful build Johnny! After seeing your work, I really need to look into using Flory wash. Plus, you've inspired me to think about building a Firefly someday -- I really didn't know anything about the type until this build came along. Flory washes are magnificent. I can highly recommend them. 😎 11 hours ago, TheBaron said: Delicious colours and textures Johnny; the yellow tonalities in that penultimate photo are just so wonderfully rich. 👏 Thanks Tony. Far too kind. 😍 10 hours ago, Fritag said: Splendid painting and finishing is frankly a given with you Johnny, and manifestly on display here. The Firefly also easily survives close contact with unforgiving macro-photography. Luvverly job. Thanks Steve. This was a fun build for sure. Something more up your street next I think. 😉 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted December 3, 2022 Author Share Posted December 3, 2022 Well well. I guess this will be the penultimate post. The aerial wire has been fitted and all little touch ups done. I have spent most of the week trying to choose what to build next but I think I have settled on something a little speedier. 😉 And bigger. I’ll start the new build before I do the RFI for my last two builds but I have quite a lot of time off over Christmas so they won’t be long coming. I break up on the 9th so some time after that. No work pics but a few shots for you wonderful folk who followed along. so until I sign off in a week here are a few pics of the 🔥🪰. Aaaand. Thank you all for the help and support on this build. I hope you had as much fun as me. 😀 Sign off and RFI in a week or so. I’ll pop a link here tomorrow if you fancy the big Jet! 🤤 Johnny. 32 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry1954 Posted December 3, 2022 Share Posted December 3, 2022 That Firefly looks superb Johnny, you've done her proud. Very much looking forward to that BIG Mirage build! Terry 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted December 3, 2022 Share Posted December 3, 2022 Nice job Johnny, I had never thought I would ever see a DE and DG Firefly, but it certainly looks fantastic. Great build with all your 3D extras too. Chris 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giemme Posted December 3, 2022 Share Posted December 3, 2022 Superb result, Johnny! A big jet next, uh? Ciao 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ernestf Posted December 4, 2022 Share Posted December 4, 2022 (edited) Congrats Johnny, this is a beautiful job done ! I enjoyed reading the WIP and the additional details are inspiring, especially taking out the glued windshield and clean up the internal surface. I encountered similar situation but I am not brave enough to cut it open again. Kudos ! It is a high quality piece of model kit you have added to your collection. Ernest Edited December 4, 2022 by ernestf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandy Posted December 4, 2022 Share Posted December 4, 2022 Up to your usual high standards Johnny. ....and we've had words about "elevators" before. Write it out 100 times! Ian 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hendie Posted December 4, 2022 Share Posted December 4, 2022 fantastic result Johnny. That last shot does it for me - I love the tonal changes across the surfaces 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyOD Posted December 4, 2022 Share Posted December 4, 2022 Just… wow. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted December 4, 2022 Share Posted December 4, 2022 A remarkable build and finish. Bravo, Young Man. Cheers, Alistair 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted December 4, 2022 Author Share Posted December 4, 2022 On 03/12/2022 at 21:32, Terry1954 said: That Firefly looks superb Johnny, you've done her proud. Very much looking forward to that BIG Mirage build! Terry Thanks Terry. And wait no longer. Thread link at the bottom. 😇 On 03/12/2022 at 22:26, bigbadbadge said: Nice job Johnny, I had never thought I would ever see a DE and DG Firefly, but it certainly looks fantastic. Great build with all your 3D extras too. Chris Thanks Chris. I do love the regular schemes but I do lean toward custard quite a bit. 🤩 23 hours ago, giemme said: Superb result, Johnny! A big jet next, uh? Ciao Thanks G. And yes I needed the drawer space. 🤣 16 hours ago, ernestf said: Congrats Johnny, this is a beautiful job done ! I enjoyed reading the WIP and the additional details are inspiring, especially taking out the glued windshield and clean up the internal surface. I encountered similar situation but I am not brave enough to cut it open again. Kudos ! It is a high quality piece of model kit you have added to your collection. Ernest Thanks Ernest. I can highly recommend (if you have it) Gators grip for clear parts as it’s easy to get them off in such occasions. Pva might work too. 16 hours ago, Brandy said: Up to your usual high standards Johnny. ....and we've had words about "elevators" before. Write it out 100 times! Ian Elevators, elevators, elevators. I thought we called them “lifts” over here. 🤔🫣 Sorry. 😀🤣 9 hours ago, hendie said: fantastic result Johnny. That last shot does it for me - I love the tonal changes across the surfaces Thanks Alan. I’m glad you like it. I know my style is not everyone’s cup o’ tea but it makes me happy. 😀 9 hours ago, TonyOD said: Just… wow. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Thank you kind sir. 9 hours ago, AliGauld said: A remarkable build and finish. Bravo, Young Man. Cheers, Alistair Thanks. Far too kind. Just thought I’d pop a plug in here for my next build. pop on over if you feel the urge. The fire’s on and there’s a brandy waiting. 🎄 Johnny 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Masters Posted December 5, 2022 Share Posted December 5, 2022 Beautiful. It’s always a pleasure watch you model. I’ve not been paying enough attention. Looking forward to the huge Mirage! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiet Mike Posted December 5, 2022 Share Posted December 5, 2022 Loved following this build, it's turned out brilliant 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VT Red Sox Fan Posted December 6, 2022 Share Posted December 6, 2022 Johnny, this aircraft looks amazing! The cammo, shading and washes are VERY effective—best, Erwin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fritag Posted December 6, 2022 Share Posted December 6, 2022 Another enviable outcome Johnny. You’re a dab hand at this painting and finishing malarky. Looking forward to the big Mirage. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles87 Posted December 6, 2022 Share Posted December 6, 2022 Awesome! If you did a B&W shot with a suitable carrier background I’d be hard pressed to tell it from the real thing. Also looking forward to the Mirage John. 🇺🇦 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewis95 Posted January 13, 2023 Share Posted January 13, 2023 Fantastic build matey. Thoroughly enjoyed that one! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted May 25, 2023 Author Share Posted May 25, 2023 Thanks to everyone who followed along with this build. I managed to take some pics yesterday so the RFI can be found here. Hope you like ‘em. Johnny. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heloman1 Posted May 25, 2023 Share Posted May 25, 2023 Splendid result and finish, congratulations. Colin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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