Brundledonk Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Finished this back in June, it was my entry in a WW2 bomber group build on another forum. Had this kit in the stash since it was released and really wanted to build it but at that time I was still learning and lacked the skill and confidence to try. I had a love hate thing going on throughout the build ( I can't explain what it was but I struggled to finish it) and right near the end of completion I managed to drop the fuselage like the pelican I am and dislodged the canopy, nose glazing, gondola and a few parts from the cockpit. My first thought was to stamp on it, but I counted to ten and with the encouragement of the other members of the forum I stuck it back together. The repairs aren't perfect but I'm glad I didn't bin it, but my lasting memory of this will be the sight of it hitting the floor lol. I used an Eduard interior etch set and a couple of aftermarket swastikas and it was finished with a Tamiya gunze combo for the paint work. Pete 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BevanBrooks Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Fantastic result, so glad you didn't bin it....would've been a waste of time and money but I think we've all been there. Bevan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted January 1, 2016 Administrators Share Posted January 1, 2016 Pretty cool! Nice work on the spinners and creating an interesting contrast in the underside. Oh.. and welcome by the way! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis.E Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 I'm glad you stuck this project out Pete; fantastic weathering restrained and very realistic! You have given me hope for my old sawtooth... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeMaben Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 Never let emotion have the final say (I know, easier said than done). If you hadn't told that story, no one would have ever known. Turned out great. I like the landing light, small details can make the difference for me. Nice work all around Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators James H Posted January 2, 2016 Administrators Share Posted January 2, 2016 Corking result. A sizeable bird too. If you've any construction photos, please share! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmayhew Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 what a great looking 88! very pleased i didn't meet with the underside of your boot 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Mikester Posted January 4, 2016 Members Share Posted January 4, 2016 Great looking Ju 88! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RalphSarc Posted January 24, 2016 Share Posted January 24, 2016 My favorite kit. I've built two and enjoyed them both. I have a third downstairs, lol!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeithB Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Well, it do look nice and I for one can't see the joins! Really great job. I'm about to make a start on the ju88A-4 recently acquired for a very favourable price, just waiting for seatbelts. If it looks anything like yours (without dive bombing the floor!) I shall be very happy. I have had a bit of a soft spot for 88s since I built Airfix's 1/72 offering in the sixties. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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