JohnB Posted July 8, 2023 Share Posted July 8, 2023 Calling this one completed. A fairly simple build with the only problem being some warpage of the forward fuselage halves. I decided to depict the Gilbert XF-120 as seen in "Toward the Unknown". I think it was a very cool looking airplane and it's too bad both prototypes were lost. Since the a/c depicted in the movie had the tail cone mod, which the kit didn't have, I had to scratch that using a couple of rocket bodies, putty and a lot of sanding/shaping. Nearly all the decals except for the "Gilbert XF-120" were from my decal stash. The "Gilbert XF-120" I made using my computer and laser printer. I used Alclad for most of the painting and some Mr. Color for the gray wing areas. I hope y'all like the results of my efforts! Let me recommend again to click on the 1st photo for best resolution and to view as a slide show. 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzaS Posted July 8, 2023 Share Posted July 8, 2023 She's a beauty, John! So fast! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted July 8, 2023 Author Share Posted July 8, 2023 46 minutes ago, GazzaS said: She's a beauty, John! So fast! Thank you Gaz. Very much appreciate the nice words. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevinM Posted July 8, 2023 Share Posted July 8, 2023 That is Nice John with an excellent Finish!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted July 8, 2023 Author Share Posted July 8, 2023 2 minutes ago, KevinM said: That is Nice John with an excellent Finish!! Thanks Kevin! I'm glad you like it. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottsGT Posted July 8, 2023 Share Posted July 8, 2023 Hey! That’s a beauty!! Never heard of that aircraft. Odd looking bird, I like it! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted July 9, 2023 Author Share Posted July 9, 2023 2 hours ago, ScottsGT said: Hey! That’s a beauty!! Never heard of that aircraft. Odd looking bird, I like it! Thanks Scott. Unusual bird for sure. I've always liked it's looks and finally decided it was time to build the kit I'd had for YEARS. LOL 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belugawhaleman Posted July 9, 2023 Share Posted July 9, 2023 Looks amazing, John! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted July 9, 2023 Author Share Posted July 9, 2023 1 hour ago, belugawhaleman said: Looks amazing, John! Thank you Paul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted July 10, 2023 Share Posted July 10, 2023 John Absolutely a stellar build. Awesome work on taming a very tough kit and a killer NMF.🏆 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted July 10, 2023 Author Share Posted July 10, 2023 7 hours ago, Peterpools said: John Absolutely a stellar build. Awesome work on taming a very tough kit and a killer NMF.🏆 Thank you Peter! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Landlubber Mike Posted July 10, 2023 Share Posted July 10, 2023 Wow, really nice job on that one John! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted July 10, 2023 Author Share Posted July 10, 2023 1 hour ago, Landlubber Mike said: Wow, really nice job on that one John! I'm pleased that you like it Mike! Thank you. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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