swingr1121 Posted March 13, 2013 Posted March 13, 2013 Ok, I started this topic on the original SPAR forum but, yeah. Now that things seem to have settled down and we're still keeping the group build over here, I'll put my entry back up. This is Eduard's 1/48 Bf-109 E-1 and I'll be doing Hannes Trautloft's rig. Here are some pics to bring us up to speed. Had a bit of a problem with the propeller shaft coming out of the engine. It was sacrificed to the carpet monster. I decided to turn a new part on my dremel. It came out alright. Luckily, it won't be seen. Here's the part with a little brass rod reinforcement. It will later be trimmed to fit. Now, in the last week and a half it seems like every time I go out to the bench, I take one step forward and two steps back. I've broken quite a few pieces off and replaced them, and it's just extremely frustrating. I'll just have to keep at it. I'll give another update soon. After I manage to build up the courage to not break something on the kit.
nmayhew Posted March 13, 2013 Posted March 13, 2013 Nice one Hav Always liked Trautloft's mid war aircraft for their mish mash of colours and emblems but this looks cool in its own way Cheers Nick
Grant Posted March 13, 2013 Posted March 13, 2013 Ooh! Love that scheme. Nice progress and nice to see you back - welcome to the GB!
Devil Dog Posted March 15, 2013 Posted March 15, 2013 Great choice! will love watching this one come together...
swingr1121 Posted March 25, 2013 Author Posted March 25, 2013 Ok, with most of the construction completed, I've moved on to slinging some paint. Luckily I just had a decent couple of hours painting, with no real steps back. Seems like the Jinx Fairy took the last two days off. I got the bottom sprayed with some RLM 65: Then I shot the upper surfaces with the RLM 70/71 splinter scheme: And that's how it sits currently. I'll give it a day to cure, then hit with a clear coat and get ready for some decals. After that, we'll have a little bit of weathering and get close to being complete. Enjoy! 2
harvey boyer Posted March 25, 2013 Posted March 25, 2013 I like it ! Looking forward to more .............Harv
Grant Posted March 25, 2013 Posted March 25, 2013 Like it ! Some very nice colour modulation too, keep them coming ... looking forward to this terrific colour scheme coming fully to life.
swingr1121 Posted March 29, 2013 Author Posted March 29, 2013 Started applying decals today. Hopefully I'll be able to finish tomorrow before getting my fishing gear ready for Saturday morning. Enjoy! 4
Members Mikester Posted March 29, 2013 Members Posted March 29, 2013 Excellent, that's really looking good!
Guest styrenedemon Posted March 30, 2013 Posted March 30, 2013 Lovely job on the shading. The red marking really bring that airplane to life.
Grant Posted April 1, 2013 Posted April 1, 2013 I agree, the red markings make everything Pop! Love this scheme
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