Copper State Models A.W. FK.8, B-5773, Alan Arnett McLeod

[Des]

Excellent work on the internals Bud and the instrument panel is a real gem.

Des.

[ALBATROS1234]

That is some fine work brother. That kit is so nice. I can't wait til the early version is released.

[coyotemagic]

Thank you, guys!  Much appreciated!

That is some fine work brother. That kit is so nice. I can't wait til the early version is released.

Your wish is Edgar's command, Scott!
http://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=8563.0

Progressing slowly but surely.  This is no shake and bake, but it's a superb kit nonetheless.
Wings and tail surfaces are not glued.  Just test fit.  Again, tolerances are very tight, but these wings will be solid as a rock.


The cowling is a lot of work, but the result is very fine and true to scale.

Next update, engine fully enclosed.  Maybe on the next one, I'll leave the cowling off.
Cheers,
Bud

[GAJouette]

 Bud,
Outstanding projects never fail to fly off your bench my old friend. Absolutely beautiful craftsmanship and skills!
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette

[andonio64]

Excellent work on this most excellent kit Bud.

Antonio

[Nigel Jackson]

Very nice, Bud. Keep up the great work.

Best wishes
Nigel

[Des]

Extremely well done Bud, your superb modeling skills are really showing through with this build.

Des.

[Monty]

Wow, Bud! Amazing progress and a whole lot of very, very useful tips! Thank You for your diligent and informative blogging! This is one kit I must build someday after seeing you lovely work... Regards, Marc.

[lone modeller]

This is another mini-masterpiece Bud. The standard that you set is surely one which the rest of us can aim for. Wonderful descriptions too - so helpful for reference purposes.

Stephen.

[Borsos]

Breathtaking, Bud. A really great model in the making.
Andreas

[dr 1 ace]

Progressing nicely Amigo !

Ed

[Juan]

Sweet job on this sweet kit, your efforts are paying off.

[Ssasho0]

Looking absolutely great
Keeping an eye on that build!

Best regards,
Sasho

[RAGIII]

Progressing nicely Amigo !

Ed

Ed is a Master of Understatement  Stunning work as always Amigo!
RAGIII

[coyotemagic]

Thank you all for your kind comments!  That cowling fought me every step of the way.  In fact, it took me three tries to get it to where it is now.  Edgar thinks I can do better, but I'm going to leave it.  I want to move on so I can finish the early and late versions before Christmas.
Preshading on the lower surfaces and the fuselage.


Undersides painted.


Preshading the upper surfaces.  Hope to paint them tomorrow.


Cheers,
Bud