Popular Post Redboost Posted May 5, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted May 5, 2023 Hi fellow Britmodellers, since we should see later this year another upgraded kit of FAA type from Special Hobby in this scale, I thought it was time to finish the 'Barra' which is out quite some years now... Basically, not really a kit you would love to tackle again anytime soon, but eventually I was quite happy with the result. The markings for a machine from 831.NAS taking part in 'Operation Tungsten' came from Xtradecal sheet, while I also replaced the wheel from BarracudaCast and exchanged the propeller with a larger type. I eventually open the gunner hatch for which I cut to pieces the Falcon canopy I had in my stock for ages. I tried to figure out the exact weapon loads during the attack too, but at the end of the day I opted for a post-attack period and fitted the antisubmarine bombs from CMK range. Painted with Gunze Hobby Color and AK Real Colors. Cheers Libor 71 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil5208 Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 Outstanding result. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dric Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 Lovely and nice work Libor. Impressive in the gentlemen scale 🫡 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuraiwarrior Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 That is a lovely rendition of the Barracuda. Especially like the paint scheme and finish. The weathering is just sublime. Thanks for sharing. Kevin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Learstang Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 Great work as always, Libor! Was the kit that bad or was it just normal limited-run type issues (sand, fit, sand again...)? I ask as I've seriously thought about buying this kit (I built the Frog kit decades ago, and I have the MPM kit). For some strange reason, I've always liked the Barracuda. Regards, Jason 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
28ZComeback Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 Truly beautiful! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pantherhawk27263 Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 Wow, that is stunning!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 Oh wow, looks wonderful, great work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimT Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 Amazing result. The Barracuda is very appealing, even if the kit isn't; your elegant paintwork really brings out its characteristics. You've inspired me to tackle mine, despite the cautionary note. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick b Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 Superb as always Libor. Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Laidlaw Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 Just beautiful work - the paint, the build, the weathering. Splendid! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RED HONZA Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 GOOD JOB !!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc72 Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 Looks great, well done! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autle Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 I think you've got a little stunner there. Love the colour palette and little details here and there. Well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billn53 Posted May 5, 2023 Share Posted May 5, 2023 3 hours ago, Redboost said: .. Basically, not really a kit you would love to tackle again anytime soon… Having built this kit myself, I feel your pain! Nonetheless, yours looks great ( better than mine, but I was going for the ‘very heavily used in harsh environments’ look ). For @Learstang, it’s not an especially bad kit, for being a short run one. Bill 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val_Ukraine Posted May 6, 2023 Share Posted May 6, 2023 Another amazing job, Libor, which is not surprising! Perfect paintwork and weathering. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted May 6, 2023 Share Posted May 6, 2023 Lovely build and finish Libor - well done! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark.au Posted May 6, 2023 Share Posted May 6, 2023 Brilliant. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Beema Posted May 6, 2023 Share Posted May 6, 2023 Excellent job, well finished, love it. SH kits do provide lots of “opportunities” for enhancing modelling skills but looks like you have mastered this kit. Well done.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted May 6, 2023 Share Posted May 6, 2023 Congratulations on a fine model, looks very realistic well done 👏. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vultures1 Posted May 6, 2023 Share Posted May 6, 2023 Outstanding build of a seldom-seen type - well done! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PATRICK FROM THE SANDS Posted May 6, 2023 Share Posted May 6, 2023 Masterpiece, beautiful work! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redboost Posted May 6, 2023 Author Share Posted May 6, 2023 13 hours ago, Learstang said: Was the kit that bad or was it just normal limited-run type issues (sand, fit, sand again...)? Regards, Jason As it has been advised by other colleagues, it is not a bad kit indeed. I like the expression "kit with lots of opportunities" 🙂 Many thanks everyone for kind comments! Cheers Libor 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanond Posted May 6, 2023 Share Posted May 6, 2023 Splendid! For a strange-looking aircraft like Barracuda, it is strangely attractive. You have done a master work finishing a Special hobby kit this good. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mig88 Posted May 6, 2023 Share Posted May 6, 2023 Simply superb!! Miguel 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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