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Offline pepperman42

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Re: Build Log - Eduard 8113 Albatros DV
« Reply #75 on: June 14, 2023, 04:10:58 AM »
Weighing in on the "tip" posts - I put my artists oils on a piece of cardboard first, soaks out some of the linseed

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Re: Build Log - Eduard 8113 Albatros DV
« Reply #76 on: June 15, 2023, 09:12:13 PM »
No tips here, only admiration for the mix of "wood"s. Very nice work Brad!
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Re: Build Log - Eduard 8113 Albatros DV
« Reply #77 on: June 16, 2023, 05:48:52 AM »
Beautiful work!

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Re: Build Log - Eduard 8113 Albatros DV
« Reply #78 on: June 16, 2023, 08:16:23 AM »
Thanks all for the tips and suggestions here on the wood grain and paints. I did use an 'accelerator' of sorts a few years back, which was mixed in with the oils. I can't remember what it was called, and it did dry them quicker, but it changed the consistency of the paint and I didn't like it as much.

I might try the alkyds and see how they go.

Otherwise, I might just have to stick with being patient in the colder months (in the warmer months, the oils can be dry within a couple of days) :)

Cheers again,

BC
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Re: Build Log - Eduard 8113 Albatros DV
« Reply #79 on: June 17, 2023, 09:09:51 PM »
This is all of a quality I can only dream of...

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Re: Build Log - Eduard 8113 Albatros DV
« Reply #80 on: June 18, 2023, 05:34:32 PM »
Hi all - small update; the undercarriage is now on. I still think that these replacement legs could stand to be a tad longer, but here we are (they are definitely an improvement over the kit legs, none the less). I think they are slightly uneven in length also, as it took a but of cajoling to get everything straight (or straight enough...).

Here is where she stands (pardon the pun... wheels are not yet glued on):







I also did the radiator today, and rigged the elevator. Next is to attach the rigging anchors to the wings, then the most daunting part; mounting the top wing...

Cheers,

BC
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Re: Build Log - Eduard 8113 Albatros DV
« Reply #81 on: June 18, 2023, 05:37:54 PM »
Hello

Your work is always so incredible and inspiring!

This assembly is a reference for any owner of a 1/48 Albatros D.V!

Arnaud
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Re: Build Log - Eduard 8113 Albatros DV
« Reply #82 on: June 18, 2023, 09:52:01 PM »
Superb work on this Brad, your detail painting is amazing and the wood effect is ultra realistic!

Richie
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Re: Build Log - Eduard 8113 Albatros DV
« Reply #83 on: June 19, 2023, 01:03:23 AM »
It is hard to believe your DV could look any better but the gear assembly makes it so ! Stunning Model Brad! I will say it again, Don't Change from the Slow Drying Oils, Your wood finish is Perfect!!!
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Re: Build Log - Eduard 8113 Albatros DV
« Reply #84 on: June 19, 2023, 03:43:02 PM »
I thought the look of the fuselage was really good before, but now with the wings attached it looks even better! The model looks kind of matte/flat (in tha absolutely best of ways), have you added a flat coat on top?
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Re: Build Log - Eduard 8113 Albatros DV
« Reply #85 on: June 19, 2023, 06:48:41 PM »
Many thanks all!  :)

Fredrik - indeed I do seal with a clear flat coat, in this case, gunze premium clear flat acrylic. This is the one that I have found produces the most consistently dead flat result for me.

Cheers again!

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Re: Build Log - Eduard 8113 Albatros DV
« Reply #86 on: June 19, 2023, 09:24:09 PM »
Looking very good, Brad.  I think the nail heads really add a touch of realism.
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Re: Build Log - Eduard 8113 Albatros DV
« Reply #87 on: June 21, 2023, 03:09:43 AM »
superb work and magnificent rendering Brad, but how did you do the nailing lines, freehand or with rosie?
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Re: Build Log - Eduard 8113 Albatros DV
« Reply #88 on: June 21, 2023, 01:48:39 PM »
Stunning. Absolutely stunning.

 I'm just catching up, but wanted to chime in on the oil paint discussion. I've been using the stuff since 1972 (for pictures, not models!) and wondered if the accelerant you used was called cobalt drier?

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Re: Build Log - Eduard 8113 Albatros DV
« Reply #89 on: June 21, 2023, 03:55:29 PM »
Great modelling Brad and I think the woodgrain is very convincing.

I absolutely love it!

It looks like it could just fly away with just the underwing  ;)

Cheers

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