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Forum Archive Storage => Des Delatorre International Memorial Group Build => Topic started by: buzby on February 12, 2019, 06:59:06 AM
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Hi everyone,
I would like to join the company commemorating Des.
For my modest share I chose the DFW C.V from the middle production phase - in the Bavarian FA48b livery, but in the winter version - with the engine fully covered.
It seems to me that until August there is a lot of time - and I only hope that I will make it on time ...
(https://i.ibb.co/k24syBZ/P2115407.jpg)
buzby,
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Aaa, finally. Great to see you in the company, A.
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I am looking forward to your build!
RAGIII
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Great choice. If you should be interested in another color interpretation of this very machine, just let me know.
Best regards
Andreas
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Gentlemen, thank you very much for kind words,
Andreas - I like the color scheme proposed by WnW for this machine. However, it is always good to have a plan B. This can be even more interesting. I am very curious how this second option looks like ...
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buzby
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Nice plane, looking forward to your build.
Ciao
Giuseppe
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Gentlemen, thank you very much for kind words,
Andreas - I like the color scheme proposed by WnW for this machine. However, it is always good to have a plan B. This can be even more interesting. I am very curious how this second option looks like ...
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buzby
Just send me your email address and I‘ll send you some photos!
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Excellent - another DFW C5! I like the grenade scheme and it'll be great to share notes as our makings of the same kit unfold.
Cheers
Alistair
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Hi Buzby! A great topical choice - will be lovely to see it progress! Regards, Marc
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Gentlemen,
I can see next fellows are visiting my thread - thank you Giuseppe and Marc.
Allistair - I'm looking forward to see progress with your C.V.
Okay then, it's time to start. For the beginning - pure classic - I've start from the crew compartment. First steps and immediately wood and plywood.
This is not yet the final form - here and there will be needed some touch up - but the general direction looks rather acceptable - in my point of view. Then will be time for decals and other outfitting within cabin... but not much carpentry works.
Obviously, all honest opinions are welcome.
(https://i.ibb.co/PY6HFW2/P2175414.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/jycLqPk/P2175416.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/mFKyJcB/P2175417.jpg)
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buzby
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Nice start, liking what you are doing with the interior.
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Looks fantastic to date!
RAGIII
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Nice start on the interior!
Andreas
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Nice start!
Steve
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Hi,
after weekend the interior of the crew compartment is almost ready to be closed. In the meantime, the engine began to resemble the final form, although it is still far to the end. Engine covers has already received its layer of dark green and traces of chipping - for now a little too strong - I will have to work on it. Additionally, late last week, some extras arrived - turnbuckles and a barrel for the Parabellum.
(https://i.ibb.co/Jcq9QKJ/P3045430.jpg)
fuselage halves are dry fitted so far, same as cabane strut, landing gear and radiators
(https://i.ibb.co/gT6BcBx/P3045429.jpg)
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buzby
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Wow that is fast! 8) But looking really good too. I'll have to get on with mine... :-[
Cheers
Alistair
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Moving along at a fantastic pace and all looks great!
RAGIII
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How fast she's growing! Nice interiors.
Ciao
Giuseppe
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That is pretty quick so far , nice build so far 8)
Terri
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thank you all for your opinions, I appreciate it very much,
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buzby
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Ladies and Gentlemen,
one more picture for today,
tail is still dry fitted, neither control horns nor rigging yet, there aren't small struts on place too - nails to be removed first. Also engine needs some brushing/ touch up.
(https://i.ibb.co/7RKYHxL/P3125453-2.jpg)
...to be continued
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buzby
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Looking great!
RAGIII
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Really nice! I love the camouflage colors.
Andreas
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status for today - further small steps with fuselage, closer and closer to decalling
(https://i.ibb.co/G7XNTxx/IMG-20190316-164507-6.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/Pt1dDZX/IMG-20190316-164416-1.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/3RJ5ymR/IMG-20190316-164400-1.jpg)
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buzby
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Excellent detail work! I really like the lines of this aircraft with the engine covered.
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Fantastic!
RAGIII
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Hi,
Rick and Rob, thank you for your very kind comments,
for early April there is small update - a fuselage and wings are almost ready for assembling, next step will be installing of rigging to top of cabane strut and turnbuckles to the ports on lower wings (most of),
(https://i.ibb.co/ryKcwHC/IMG-20190401-154024-0.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/d22vZdN/IMG-20190401-154225-6.jpg)
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buzby
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Wooooow! Looks awesome!! ;D
Andreas
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Excellent update Looking Fantastic! I may have to change my WNW sale choice from the DH9 to the DFW ::)
RAGIII
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Lovely. Good luck on the final stretch!
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Looks superb. The colors you chose are great.
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Very nice work indeed so far , looking forward to seeing the wings on and it fully rigged :)
Terri
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Hi,
another small step forward - upper wing on place, rear mirror attached and rigging begun...
(https://i.ibb.co/WcnMs7C/IMG-20190417-160930-6.jpg)
fun with rigging is partly slowed down due to necessary drilling eyes in turnbuckles - which turned out to be 'clogged' :-\
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buzby
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Great progress. The rigging is looking terrific! I feel your pain on drilling out those eyelets that are clogged. Been going through something similar on My Nieuport build :(
RAGIII
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Hello
my project is still alive...
maybe the progress is not very impressive, but the work moves slowly in right direction. The rigging is almost complete, even a forgotten anemometer has appeared.
Well, but it's not over yet.
(https://i.ibb.co/sHqRSZg/P5145478.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/y6CyBJZ/P5145471.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/mqVbJm3/P5145487.jpg)
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buzby
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Really taking shape Now! The rigging looks great!
RAGIII
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cute
Spyros
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Not over yet? But it does seem like the completed DFW. Anyway, great model all around!
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Great looking results
Steve
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Awesome!
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Wow , I like it alot !
Terri
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Ladies and gentlemen,
the time has come for the epilogue of the model story of one DFW in a rarely seen livery with a grenade on the sides. Finishing that model I am pleased for two reasons: that I took part in this project and that I was able to finish it in the required time.
Once again, thank you to all those who have found the time to sometimes follow my progress and willingness to encourage me to continue my work with comments and remarks.
For me it was a bit like the Olympics - different possibilities and skills but it was important to take part ...
(https://i.ibb.co/MZzSn5j/IMG-20190714-180012-5a.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/hB2s3Fp/IMG-20190714-180211-4a.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/Bfjjycv/IMG-20190714-180346-8a.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/XscM8Vy/IMG-20190714-180655-9a.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/3vvwDxL/IMG-20190714-180605-4a.jpg)
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buzby
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Really Outstanding results. I love the scheme, colors used, rigging, and subtle weathering!
RAGIII
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Now that really is a stunner. What an interesting colour scheme! The finish is super - the weathering and wear is subtle but wholly realistic. Rigging, fine details and background make this a model to remember.
Stephen.
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Great model, Artur! A worthy participant in this unique GB. Congratulations!
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Very nicely done sir, congratulations are in order.
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Great work, really nice paintjob and an outstanding prop.
Bye,
Manni
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Congratulations! Truly excellent. Your rigging is very fine as is the propeller but the total overall result is brilliant in all ways.
I am not far behind you on my mid DFW - just finishing the rigging (didn't go for as much detail in this as you did) and then it's done! It is great to have two versions in this group build but at this late stage I'll concede to your superior skills across the whole build.
Cheers
Alistair
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An excellent build, well done! How did you paint the propeller, it looks great!
Cheers,
BC
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thanks for your comments, I think you overestimate my skills ...
Brad - recipe for painting the propeller: first layer Tamiya's acrylics like XF 55 (or XF60 or XF59 or XF78) and for darker pattern I use Faber Castell's PITT markers from the Sepia set - mostly size M and B. When the pattern will dry a little - I slightly rub with a dry and soft brush; of course - a layer of varnish and decal. Done.
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buzby
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It’s great seeing some of the more unusual markings on a less popular WNW- you’ve done a beautiful job. Nice subdued tones. Great work. Cheers Matt
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A great looking build in a seldom seen livery.
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Another great finish! This has been a great GB with folks really pulling out all the stops. Very impressive indeed!
Dan
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Excellent model!
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Very nice, Buzby, I really love it.
Andreas