PAnderson Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 I believe this will take some time if I want the outcome to be acceptable. Little here, little there. I don't think I can jump into this and bang her out. Way too many parts and fiddly bits. Thanks Martin. Paul 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artful69 Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 Yesterday ... 2 x 1/35 Masterbox figurines (DAK) 1 x 1/35 Dragon Pz.Kfpw.III. Ausf. M Rog 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 Right ... I've been merrily gathering away stuff for the (now) 3 GB's here and this is the bundle that I've got so far: As you can see it's a bit of a mishmash so I'll try and break it down. Focke-Wulf 190 Group Build This little lot is the result of the insane idea I had of building an FW190A-8/R2 so, during a moment of madness, I bought Airfix's 1:24th FW190. Some might say, "Hmm a challenge for you" but no, it was pure lunacy, I then decided I wanted to build this: However, the thing is, there's not much out there in this scale BUT! fortunately: Eduard have some nice bezels - Check Peter at Airscale have very nice IP decals too - Check Radu (RB Productions) do some nice 1:24th Pedals AND Luftwaffe seat Belts so, Check Grey Matter Figures have an excellent Fw190A-8/R2 conversion kit along with their undercarriage set as well which will be added to the pile (either as a review set or otherwise) - on their way but - Check Also, I bought this as I thought (knew) I'd need some help (really nice book too!!) Pacific Group Build: I really fancied building something with 4 wheels and when I spotted this it dawned on me that there really wasn't anywhere that a Willy's Jeep wasn't around, so this will be my entry for the Pacific Group Build, Hasegawa's 1:24th (yes, 1:24th) Willys Jeep MB: And to give it some sharpness of detail I've added the Eduard Willys Jeep MB .50 Cal PE set: And FINALLY: Great War Group Build: This .... the very sweet Special Hobby Morane Saulnier which was a gift to me from a very generous friend: It really is a gorgeous little kit so it doesn't want or need anything added to it. Of all the things above, this is what I'm looking forward to the most. _____________________________________ That's it .. I'm going to be a very busy little boy so, brace yourselves for a barrage of questions and queries in the forthcoming months! As the Fw 190 GB is a 6 month build I'll concentrate on the insanity induced Airfix Würger first. Thanks for looking. (Someone, anyone ... please call the men with white coats and a straight-jacket ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAnderson Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 Nice one Grant. Love the Morane-Saulnier. Paul 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 That's absolutely gorgeous ... How much of that Honda was owed to the East German GP Rider Degner Talk about an espionage story that should be filmed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artful69 Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 ... during a moment of madness, I bought Airfix's 1:24th FW190. Some might say, "Hmm a challenge for you" but no, it was pure lunacy ... ... As the Fw 190 GB is a 6 month build I'll concentrate on the insanity induced Airfix Würger first ... ... Thanks for looking. (Someone, anyone ... please call the men with white coats and a straight-jacket ) ... Grant ... you are certifiable!! lol ... Those that say 'a challenge' are really just being polite! While I applaude your diversity in the 'stash/WIP' purchases ... honestly, what were you thinking?!?! ... lol (JJ) I honestly think with a half decent skill set the 1/24 beast can be turned out into something beautiful (just not by someone like me!!) You ARE only giving yourself six months to complete this ominous task though ... I doubt you're insane at the moment ... but in six months we may very well be calling for the white coats!! Seriously ... have fun with it ... you may even inspire me to blow the dust off my 1/24 Spitfire Mk.1a & Bf.109E Kind regards Rog 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave J Posted August 15, 2013 Author Share Posted August 15, 2013 Nice stuff guys... Grant, never seen that book before... What does it cover? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 It a really interesting book Dave. Not only does it break down the modelling of an Fw190, it provides a WIP sequence of converting and modelling the Fw190V-1, a complete WIP (including upgrades) of modelling a number of different variants as well as breaking down the painting stages and how to tackle the Luftwaffe camouflage system. A must for rookies like me.... Then it goes on to: Graphically describe the differences between the different versions i.e. A-5 and A-6 by showing (in profile shots and highlights) of different placed panels, weapons and aerials etc. Provide colour schemes from each variant Description of Reich fuselage bands and which unit they signify Description in colour of the nose colours and which unit they're associated with. All in all it's been a great book to flick through. I bought it on Amazon http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/2915239584/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1. It's s French publication in very good English and part of a series.. I'll be looking at more if I can.. They also do a series by marque aimed at the modeller but not as a WIP type: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Junkers-JU-87-1936-1945-Planes/dp/2913903533/ref=pd_bxgy_b_text_y Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artful69 Posted August 16, 2013 Share Posted August 16, 2013 ... And today a Trumpeter 1/32 Me.262A-1a arrives ... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave J Posted August 16, 2013 Author Share Posted August 16, 2013 ... And today a Trumpeter 1/32 Me.262A-1a arrives ... Sounds like its Christmas at your place the last few days! I only got some Quickboost Revi Sights today... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artful69 Posted August 16, 2013 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Sounds like its Christmas at your place the last few days! I only got some Quickboost Revi Sights today... Well actually it was my birthday on the 22nd of July ... so along with a recent pay increase due to working in a different department ... I decided to splurge on some stuff! ... What has arrived from orders to date is only the tip of the iceberg ... once all the currently ordered gear is in (over the next month) ... I'll post a separate thread with pics I can see Grant has gone fairly big with his FW-190 stuff ... and I'll be looking into his build with interest!! Rog 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Posted August 16, 2013 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Oops! I had a quick look round the model itself and for something that's so old, it's actually not too bad. Some bad sink marks in the prop blades and one small one in the st'board leading edge but that's about it. Covered in flash of course but the thing that bugs me most is how bad the decals are. I've heard and seen some which are slightly out of register but MAN, these are shocking. In some cases .5mm to .75mm out of kilter. Airfix should be thoroughly ashamed of a such a shoddy product that was included in their flagship series. They're an absolute disgrace even for when it was produced. One colour scheme calls for a red bolt of lightning down the side of the fuselage but on the sheet, because of being so far out of reg. a black line, which separates the various sections, runs right through it !! So, scrap all of those then and search for replacements or masks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmayhew Posted August 16, 2013 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Nice stuff guys... Grant, never seen that book before... What does it cover? I recognise it: I have reviewed their 'Planes and Pilots' books which are basically loads of profiles. Cheap, and look quite nice, but a fair number of the profiles were incorrect, either in graphic depiction or due to incorrect technical info / labelling On that basis, beware. Sorry, but jut so you know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmayhew Posted August 16, 2013 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Grant, Surely with such a large project, masks are there to come to your rescue? Nick, trying to be upbeat... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradG Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 From a swap and sell today. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artful69 Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 And the lastest of the "Birthday splurge" just delivered this morning ... 2 x Cyber Hobby 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 109E-4's 1 x Sovereign 1/35 Pz.II Turret Stowage Bin 1 x Trumpeter 1/32 Fairey Swordfish Mk.1 ... and more still to come ... Rog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denstore Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 That's absolutely gorgeous ... How much of that Honda was owed to the East German GP Rider Degner Talk about an espionage story that should be filmed. Not that much, I believe. Degner worked with Suzuki after his defection, and the knowledge he brought with him from MZ was on two stroke engines. The Honda RC166 had a six cylinder four stroke engine. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave J Posted August 20, 2013 Author Share Posted August 20, 2013 Supplies just in from Hong Kong... Finally my paints for the Mig 3! and more Gloss Clear... I have 15 bottles of this stuff now! Won't be running out anytime soon! Larger jars for my Gloss.. I hate these small bottles! And thought I would try these precision swabs... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artful69 Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Next delivery in ... 2 x Miniart Figures (German DAK Tank crew & SPG crew) Grant ... I like those swabs!! (oops!!! sorry ... DAVE!) Rog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Not mine sadly Rog, although I wish those were indeed my supplies. I do have the tiny Tamiya swabs in my box which are pretty amazing but, being Tamiya, outrageously expensive Dave, I noticed that the swabs are from Gaia - Alex Glass mentioned Gaia to me recently; I'd never heard of Gaia paints etc but Alex rated them very highly. Have you used their paints? If so, what are they like? (I know you'd find it very difficult to source them outside of Japan) but if Alex rates them then my ears prick up in notice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave J Posted August 21, 2013 Author Share Posted August 21, 2013 Not mine sadly Rog, although I wish those were indeed my supplies. I do have the tiny Tamiya swabs in my box which are pretty amazing but, being Tamiya, outrageously expensive Dave, I noticed that the swabs are from Gaia - Alex Glass mentioned Gaia to me recently; I'd never heard of Gaia paints etc but Alex rated them very highly. Have you used their paints? If so, what are they like? (I know you'd find it very difficult to source them outside of Japan) but if Alex rates them then my ears prick up in notice. I have never used their paints Grant, but I have hear the same things as Alex thou... If its something your interested in stocking for Arrow Wolf... Let me know and I will see if can get a contact for you via my contacts 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 There's a gundam shop in Cali I think that stocks some Gaia stuff, but it's a really limited paint line. Grant...like I told you over PM the other day, I just ordered a bottle of USN Blue Gray paint from ScaleFinishes (been seeing them pop up on Facebook...looks interesting...). Hoping to use it on the Corsair if it's legit. Excellent Matt .. I'll be hugely interested to hear (and see) what you think of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 I have never used their paints Grant, but I have hear the same things as Alex thou... If its something your interested in stocking for Arrow Wolf... Let me know and I will see if can get a contact for you via my contacts Indeed Dave, I'll give you a shout when I'm ready if I may. I'd like to sample some beforehand or, if that's not possible, read someone's opinion I respect of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkranias Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 One will be built splayed open, the other built buttoned up to match the NASM Uhu. Holy crap what a big box! Its packed tight with spures Whats a kit without AM stuff. Brass cannon, metal undercarriage, weighted tires and PE for interior. Also some stuff for my Ta152. Might start one of these early '14. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators James H Posted August 22, 2013 Administrators Share Posted August 22, 2013 That's awesome Rick. Nice AM sets there 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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