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Hi all, The pre-rigging stage is complete. A combination of: Gaspatch 1:48th scale metal Anchor Points and Type A turnbuckles. Albion Alloy's 0.4 mm and 0.5 mm blackened Brass tube. 0.08 mm and 0.12 mm diameter mono-filament. Next is to final fit the upper wing so final rigging can be carried out, Mike

Hi all, The upper wing temporarily fitted to allow the cemented interplane struts to fully set in the lower wings. Then I'll remove the upper wing to pre-rig it, Mike

Hi all, I've weathered the model using Flory Models clay wash (Dark Dirt and Grime). Also sponging on Tamiya Weathering Master (Mud and Soot). The lower wings and tailplane have been fitted to the fuselage. Now it's onto pre-rigging before assembly continues, Mike

Hi all, I've been moving along with the Rumpler C.IV build. The model parts have been airbrushed using Tamiya acrylic and MRP lacquer paints. The ‘Aviattic’ Linen Weave Effect (ATT32236) decal has been cut and applied. Also the detail parts around the observers cockpit have been added. Now it's onto applying a clear coat for subsequent weathering to be applied, Mike

Hi all, This is the 'Aviattic' 1:32nd scale Pfalz D.VIII of Vzfw. Heinrich Forstmann of Kest 1a, operating from Mannheim-Sandhofen during October 1918. Forum build log: https://forum.largescalemodeller.com/topic/20623-132nd-scale-pfalz-dviii/#comment-258643 The fully detailed PDF build log of this model can be downloaded from the 'Build Logs' page on my web site. https://mikesww1aircraftmodels.com/ Mike

Hi all, I had to wait for a few weeks for turnbuckles to clear UK customs. Anyway, the model is now complete and will be posted shortly. Thanks for your support and comments during this build, Mike

Hi all, The fuselage is ready to be closed up. I've added ignition leads and plugs to the engine. In addition the two pipes fitted to the air pump at the front of the engine. The fitted engine driven generator has a drive belt fitted, made from EZ heavy black line. Mike

Hi all, I've been waiting for turnbuckles to arrived so I can finish the Pfalz D.VIII model. Finally, after being held bu UPS customs, they have now been delivered. In the meantime I've been working on the Rumpler cockpit. I've added a few things, rudder bar foot straps, rudder, aileron and elevator control lines and switch levers to the pilots instrument panel. It's all yet to be weathered before I close up the fuselage. So it's back onto the Pfalz model now, Mike

Hi all, While I'm waiting for turnbuckles to arrive, I've completed the pilot figure. Painted with Tamiya acrylics and Citadel paints, Mike

Hi all, The pre-rigged upper wing is now located, but not fixed to the struts. I'll fix the struts in the upper wing once the rigging is complete. That way I don't risk contaminating the various rigging lines with adhesive at the upper wing. Now it's onto final rigging, Mike

Hi all, Moving along now. The model and upper wing have been weathered. A combination of: Flory Models fine clay wash (Dark Dirt and Grime). AK Interactive Kerosene wash (AK2039). Tamiya Weathering Master (Set D - Oil Stain) and (Set A - Mud). Dry brushed ‘Mr. Colour’ Super Iron 2 (203). Now it's onto pre-rigging before fitting the upper wing, Mike

Hi all, I'm waiting for rigging materials for the Pfalz D.VIII I'm building. So I thought I'd start researching the next model. This will be the 'Wingnut Wings' Rumpler C.IV (early), Serial No.8518/16 of Flieger-Abteilung (FA) 209 during 1917. (FA) 209 was an observation and reconnaissance unit and operated on the Western Front, including Verdun. During the early part of the war, Feldflieger Abteilungen (Field Flier Detachments), the initial observation units, typically had six two-seat aircraft, either monoplanes or biplanes. Mike

Hi all, This particular Pfalz D.VIII had bracing struts fitted between the fin and tailplanes. These were represented using flattened 0.4 mm diameter tube. The tubes were retained in position using 0.12 mm diameter mono-filament through holes drilled through the fin and tailplanes, Mike

Hi all, I've added the decals required for this particular model. The engine is also complete and fitted, Mike

Hi all, The basic front end is completed. Now it's onto the engine and engine cowl, Mike