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P 38G Lt Ken Ladd. 36th FS,8thFG. Tamiya 1/48th


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Hello all! With this model I ended my exploration of the Tamiya superb "Lightning". It depicts the plane of Lt Ladd when based in Nadzab,New Guinea,  late Feb 44 when already an ace. His final tally was 12 victories the last two gained just before his death on a mission to Balikpapan, Borneo, during a combat with a large force of "Oscars". Decals are from KitsWorld and set on perfectly. As usual, the plane is riveted and wheels and turbo chargers are from the Brassin range. Guns are from Master and they make a difference. Best regards.

52472989103_7036e168d3_6k.jpgDSC_0010 by jean Barby, sur Flickr

52472722174_16d1a482fb_6k.jpgDSC_0009 by jean Barby, sur Flickr

52472722249_64af5bd925_6k.jpgDSC_0003 by jean Barby, sur Flickr

52472988798_b14f796f11_6k.jpgDSC_0004 by jean Barby, sur Flickr

52472443111_6b243a4f94_6k.jpgDSC_0005 by jean Barby, sur Flickr

52472988893_29595ad922_5k.jpgDSC_0006 by jean Barby, sur Flickr

52472443186_25c5a95f27_6k.jpgDSC_0007 by jean Barby, sur Flickr

52472443201_c01d5e8952_3k.jpgDSC_0011 by jean Barby, sur Flickr

52471989532_cb3337bb23_6k.jpgDSC_0008 by jean Barby, sur Flickr

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Lovely looking Lightning.  I do like the restrained weathering on this bird as it is not too much or harsh.  I also like the exhaust staining that seems to portray the long ranges flown by Pacific theater P-38s and how they had to lean their mixture for long distance flights.  That is a very nice touch.  Thanks for sharing.

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Bonsoir,

 

well, all the nice things have been said, and rightfully so. And I can't think of a single nasty thing to add.

Brilliant build, as always.

 

Congrats!

 

JR

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5 hours ago, GiampieroSilvestri said:

Extraordinaire comme toujours et des peintures je vais pas commencer pour pas risquer de paraitre comme un disque bloque.🙂

 

Saluti

 

Giampiero

Grazie mille fratello!

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2 hours ago, Autle said:

Lovely work as usual, I don't know how you build them so quickly 

It is my way of doing things, but with the Ladies!😂

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