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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Under Construction => Topic started by: xmald on July 12, 2016, 06:19:35 AM

Title: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on July 12, 2016, 06:19:35 AM
Hello,
Since the W.4 is almost finished - I`ve chosen the one I was waiting for quite a long time ;)
Not much work done, apart from watching the box content more than 100 times  ;) Starting this topic, is what I consider a major motviator...
I promise to show something during the next udpate!
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: coyotemagic on July 12, 2016, 07:26:47 AM
Looking forward to it, Filip!  Starting a build thread usually gets me motivated as well.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Des on July 12, 2016, 08:04:17 AM
Excellent Filip, I'm looking forward to seeing you get started on this one.

Des.
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: KrzysiekK on July 12, 2016, 03:49:49 PM
Hi,
watching the box is quite promising activity once you build the kits. Firsts you have to find inspiration, the muse! Have you found such one for Dolphin ;D Good choice!
regards
K
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Nigel Jackson on July 12, 2016, 04:18:28 PM
Well, this will definitely be a build to follow, Filip, and what good hands it will be in.

I will be very interested to see what you make of the instrument panel. Having bought the more expensive version of the kit I was surprised to find the main panel just moulded with some raised plastic bezels. I'll remove these and add my own, but I did expect rather more and at the very least, some appropriate decals.

Best wishes
Nigel
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: lone modeller on July 13, 2016, 02:56:17 AM
Well, this will definitely be a build to follow, Filip, and what good hands it will be in.


I could not agree more. Your last build was as usual outstanding - I do not expect that this will be any different…… so I will follow along.

Stephen.
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: RAGIII on July 13, 2016, 07:51:38 AM
Like the others I am looking forward to this build!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: ALBATROS1234 on July 14, 2016, 10:33:40 AM
i always enjoy your builds. i cant wait to see an update.
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: dr 1 ace on July 14, 2016, 11:43:34 PM
Ditto, await next post.

Ed
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on September 29, 2016, 05:16:53 AM
After finishing the W.4 and the U-boat model it`s high time to get some work done.
I`m seeking any photos of the cockpit area (apart from Windsock 54 -cause I already have it) so that I can super detail it.
I`m in quandary with the cabanes` colour - I`m leaning towards painting them grey or should I leave them in natural wood finish?
What do you think?
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: dr 1 ace on September 29, 2016, 10:15:48 AM
.... should I leave them in natural wood finish?
What do you think?


Natural Wood.

Ed
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: ALBATROS1234 on September 29, 2016, 10:37:48 AM
theres one in the royal air force museum in london,hope they help.

http://www.shropshirestar.com/news/2011/03/15/rare-first-world-war-plane-being-restored-at-raf-cosford/

and three pages(43 photos) most of which are the dolphin being restored,dont know what you can extract but look at them.
http://picssr.com/tags/sopwithdolphin/interesting
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on September 29, 2016, 04:40:39 PM
Many thanks for your help. Tonight I'll post some pictures of my progress so far.
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on September 30, 2016, 05:29:52 AM
I think I will stick to grey cabanes. The rear ones still need some sanding/filling and the colour I`m going to use will be slightly lighter.
There are still some major touch ups needed, and I`m going to use the pictures to add wiring and plumbing to the cockpit as well as the pump and other instruments. So far I`m pleased with the quality of the kit - it comes along very nice.
I regret that I haven`t ordered the premium kit - not because of the markings cause I`m building the Callaghan`s mount but because of the engine. I thought I could use Karaya`s Hispano Suiza 300 hp but there are some major differences between 200 and 300 hp engines - the one I have is simply too big and not geared.
I think I have to scratch build it or re-work the Karaya`s engine :(
Here are the pictures:
(http://i1055.photobucket.com/albums/s520/xmald/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20CSM/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20Copper%20State%201_zpseznsqnwb.jpg)

(http://i1055.photobucket.com/albums/s520/xmald/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20CSM/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20Copper%20State%202_zpsx4hmuvg5.jpg)

(http://i1055.photobucket.com/albums/s520/xmald/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20CSM/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20Copper%20State%203_zps2plbjjve.jpg)
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Des on September 30, 2016, 07:59:07 AM
You are making excellent progress so far Filip, I will be following your build very closely as I have this kit in my stash.

Des.
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Alexis on September 30, 2016, 10:25:01 AM
Moving along very nicely with this one . I will be following your build . Are you going to have the engine exposed ?





Terri
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Manni on September 30, 2016, 02:51:05 PM
The progress you show here looks very good to me. I will follow your build.
Cheers,
Manni
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: RAGIII on September 30, 2016, 08:42:36 PM
Excellent progress. Your wood graining looks terrific!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: GAJouette on September 30, 2016, 11:56:40 PM
 Filip,
Excellent progress to date my old friend. Impressive wood work on her interior. Looking forward to the next awesome update.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on October 03, 2016, 06:26:20 AM
Thanks for your kind words! Terri, I don`t intend to expose the engine, however I think it is visible through the nose opening and these inspection holes. The engine has been ordered thanks to Edgar!
Thanks to the pictures I`ve got from ALBATROS1234 and Przemo I was able to add some more internal rigging and flight control mechanism, rudder pedals structure. I`ve also added the cushion and tried to make the seat more interesting.
(http://i1055.photobucket.com/albums/s520/xmald/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20CSM/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20Copper%20State%205_zpsyrdglojt.jpg)

(http://i1055.photobucket.com/albums/s520/xmald/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20CSM/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20Copper%20State%204_zps5jccdg9o.jpg)

(http://i1055.photobucket.com/albums/s520/xmald/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20CSM/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20Copper%20State%206_zpscfbhrrqx.jpg) 
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: KrzysiekK on October 03, 2016, 09:47:30 PM
very nice!
It's a pity will be closed soon.. ;)
regards
K
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: PrzemoL on October 03, 2016, 09:53:26 PM
Very fine modelling! Love that seat with the belts!
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: ALBATROS1234 on October 04, 2016, 12:40:41 AM
I think Edgar said the copper state hisso was going to be for sale send him a pm and ask he might be able to help
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: TobyCoulson on October 04, 2016, 03:09:45 AM
Lovely work so far. Looking forward to seeing this built as I just bought one a few weeks back.
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on October 04, 2016, 03:45:35 AM
Thanks for your comments! The kit is very nice indeed - when I dry fitted it everything just falls in its right place.
Good work Edgar!
I think Edgar said the copper state hisso was going to be for sale send him a pm and ask he might be able to help
I have already ordered the Hisso - Edgar replied just as soon as I e-mailed him  :)
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: lone modeller on October 04, 2016, 05:34:42 AM
Beautiful work so far and great to see these photos. This looks like a much larger scale than 1/48 - a real tribute to your modelling skills.

Stephen.
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: GAJouette on October 04, 2016, 06:10:25 AM
 Filip,
Outstanding update my  old friend. She a real tribute to your highest levels of skill and craftsmanship. Keep up the excellence!
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: RAGIII on October 04, 2016, 06:55:08 AM
Excellent progress. Your interior is shaping up beautifully!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Des on October 04, 2016, 07:15:35 AM
Filip,
Outstanding update my  old friend. She a real tribute to your highest levels of skill and craftsmanship. Keep up the excellence!
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette

My thoughts exactly.

Des.
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: coyotemagic on October 04, 2016, 11:59:48 AM
Gorgeous interior work, Filip!  You've got me itchin' to start on mine.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: ALBATROS1234 on October 04, 2016, 12:45:43 PM
and this copper state hisso is very nice just like all the other csm engines
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: dr 1 ace on October 08, 2016, 02:44:19 AM
and this copper state hisso is very nice just like all the other csm engines


Big Second to that !!! And I do mean in all scales !

Ed
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on October 08, 2016, 03:07:59 AM
The engine arrived! It`s absolutely stunning and worth every penny!
I hope to post some pics of the updated cockpit and the engine later tonight.
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on October 13, 2016, 03:21:12 AM
I`ve assembled the engine. I also got the metal exhausts which are absolutely magnificent. The only thing I added is the spark plugs wiring.
I temporarily abandon the Dolphin in favor of the long awaited Caudron G.4.
(http://i1055.photobucket.com/albums/s520/xmald/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20CSM/Hisso%203_zps7cdwcsak.jpg)

(http://i1055.photobucket.com/albums/s520/xmald/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20CSM/Hisso%201_zpse8cdsvtn.jpg)

(http://i1055.photobucket.com/albums/s520/xmald/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20CSM/Hisso%204_zpskxtea8v2.jpg)

(http://i1055.photobucket.com/albums/s520/xmald/Sopwith%20Dolphin%20CSM/Hisso%202_zpsu3dgfcyu.jpg)
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: lone modeller on October 13, 2016, 03:39:28 AM
The wiring for the spark plugs takes my breath away! Just how you do it is beyond me - but congratulations anyway!

Stephen.
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Juan on October 13, 2016, 04:12:23 AM
Outstanding detail on that engine, looking forward to your builds.
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: coyotemagic on October 13, 2016, 04:18:28 AM
Truly stunning Hisso, Filip!
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Alexis on October 13, 2016, 10:35:31 AM
Nice  8)



Terri
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: steveb on October 13, 2016, 12:37:00 PM
Wow, very nice!! Those exhausts!!

Steve
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Manni on October 13, 2016, 05:05:24 PM
The engine looks terrific, beautiful exhaust and the wireing is stunning.
Thanks for showing
Manni
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Des on October 13, 2016, 05:55:16 PM
Magnificent work on the engine Filip, the exhausts look superb.

Des.
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Monty on October 23, 2016, 01:47:36 AM
...Some lovely modelling there, Filip, I just love all your metal effects! Also very neat and precise... Regards, Marc
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: RAGIII on October 24, 2016, 02:49:14 AM
Truly stunning Hisso, Filip!
Cheers,
Bud

I agree completely with Bud!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on July 31, 2017, 09:35:29 PM
I`ve resumed one project that has been sitting in a box for quite a while.  I post all the pics once again (thanks Shitbucket...hmmm Photobucket)

I`ve sprayed my mixture of PC 10 and Battleship Grey (based on Tamiya`s Ocean Grey and Olive Drab). The fit is perfect.

(http://i.imgur.com/icGj2Ms.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/hZGLwzk.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/xI10cJH.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/QIsFRlt.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/FK7ilCS.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/qiDjIlz.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/pkpqmXp.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/DpTKJhs.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/1Hwy468.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/VVDkijp.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/r8mSEPs.jpg)
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: RAGIII on July 31, 2017, 11:32:32 PM
Awesome looking fuselage assembly. I like your PC 10 as Much as I like Buds on his FK8! Looks Spot on to me!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: coyotemagic on August 01, 2017, 12:14:49 PM
Oh, this is really gonna be a beauty, Filip!  I need to do this one.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: ondra on August 01, 2017, 04:10:55 PM
That looks very nice, Filip! I especially like the light tone variations on the PC 10.

Ummm, looks like I will have to add the Dolphing to my "to build" list. :) Thanks for the inspiration!

Cheers

Ondra
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: andonio64 on August 01, 2017, 05:28:40 PM
Beautiful, Filip...
I'll follow this!

Antonio
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: aliluke on August 08, 2017, 06:28:14 PM
Just found this log. Wow that is seriously good model making - will now watch for future progress.

Best,
Alistair
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on June 24, 2018, 08:21:52 PM
I had put away this model a few times even though it`s a really pleasant kit to build. I`ve decided to finish it, before I start something new.
(https://i.imgur.com/Bq3102X.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/myGYDGN.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/DLWaZLI.jpg)

I would paint it in a different way if I were doing it now but I`ll still apply some oils to make it more interesting.

(https://i.imgur.com/tQYFojK.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/9hejaGn.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/GlrnWWT.jpg)
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Juan on June 24, 2018, 08:40:12 PM
Really glad to see you back on this beauty Filip.  Looks outstanding.
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: GazzaS on June 24, 2018, 08:50:48 PM
Looks great!
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: pepperman42 on June 24, 2018, 11:56:38 PM
Very nice finish up!!

Steve
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: coyotemagic on June 25, 2018, 02:26:03 AM
Really glad to see you back on this beauty Filip.  Looks outstanding.
I agree!  Really looking forward to seeing her finished, Filip!
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: RAGIII on June 25, 2018, 05:56:17 AM
Like the others I am glad to see this one being worked on again! At first glance I thought I was looking at another WNW kit! Looks spectacular to date.
RAGIII
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: lcarroll on June 25, 2018, 07:58:42 AM
    That's a beautiful job on a great Kit Filip. I saw one of these at the IPMS Ottawa Canada Capital Convention last Summer and it took a number of medals and the "Best in Show" Award in a field of over 400 entries, it was a spectacular model. I have to say yours is looking just as good already. Keep up the fantastic work! 8) 8) 8) 8)
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Bughunter on June 26, 2018, 06:28:38 AM
Filip, you start the thread with:
watching the box content more than 100 times
and that is exactly what I have done.
But before I have to finish the started projects, but then I like to try to convert my kit in such a beauty you delivered here!

Cheers,
Frank
Title: Re: Sopwith Dolphin Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: andonio64 on July 02, 2018, 03:06:20 AM
Filip I am glad as well you are back on this build, I love the kit and I love your works as always!