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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: AngryJazz on February 15, 2024, 10:41:31 PM
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My 2nd string bag / Wingnut Wings kit - the Dolphin!
Really happy how this one turned out! Often theses stuff I really wanted to change on a model, but on this one it would be minor improvements for another build :)
Originally I wanted to do a simpler build than my last (Albatros D.v.). The Dolphin on paper looked to be simple enough, but wow the looks were deceiving!
It has a really busy cockpit and a huge engine. The fit of some of this was troublesome.
Rigging was also much more involved then the Albatros. Only saving part was the lack of turnbuckles ;D
For others building the kit in the future - be aware of brittle decals! I only nearly avoided disaster :)
Rigging: Modelkasten 0.6 (0,13mm)
Tubes: Albion Alloys 0.5 / 0.3mm
Weathering: Oil paint + Enamel products.
Base: Popsicle sticks, AK terrain paste, Greenstuff World static grass.
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Great build, awesome paint job.
Bravo
Spyros
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Splendid!
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Just beautiful!!
Your Build Log is outstanding: https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13994.0 (https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13994.0) .
Gene K
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That is one first class model. The fuel and other stains are so realistic. I would never have guessed that you had any problems with this kit. Congratulations.
Stephen.
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Brilliant. It was a joy to follow along with this build!
Dutch
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I'm not a fan of the Dolphin but I greatly admire what you achieved with this build, Ben. Well done!
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Thank you all very much for the kind words - it means a lot :)
I enjoy giving a little back after learning so much from you all and your build logs.
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Oh lovely!
Wonderful job on your WNW Dolphin!
And yes, agree with you regarding fit of cowlings and brittle decals as I have also built this one in the past.
Regards
Dave
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Thank you Dave :)
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That's turned out really well, I am very jealous! Gload you were able to overcome the challenges with this one and produce an admirable end result.
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WOW! You built an impressive model. Snap a photo outdoors and it would be hard to tell it from the real thing.
The pilot had his hands full with having to fly the plane (less than 15yrs after the flight in Kitty Hawk) and man 4 MGs while being shot at.
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Nice work!
You got those decals to lay down nicely. When I first looked, I thought you had painted the markings on.
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Very Striking !
Ed
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Thank you very much Nigel, Dubar, Jimmy and Ed :)
Im happy to have finished it! But ill definitely build something a little easier before going back to WW1.
I would like to try an outdoor picture, maybe once it finally stops raining ;D
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What a magnificent build of a difficult model. I agree the cockpit is very busy and the fit is not the best. But as you have demonstrated, it builds into a beautiful kit. Very well done.
Dennis
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Thank you very much Dennis :)
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Glorious model, AJ. You obviously have a real aptitude for WWI types - please don't be tempted to something easier, think of all those other marvellous Sopwiths and Fokkers crying out for your attention!
Cheers
Sandy
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Nicely done Dolphin!
Andreas
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Beautiful build.
Thanks for sharing.
Bob :)
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Thank you very much Sandy, Andreas and Bob :)
Haha well I did start the Border Model 1/35 FW190 - its a very nice kit. Very impressed with the engine build. Also have a M103 tank ready for paint.
However with 40 or so WNW / CSM kits in the stash I will definitely have to build a few more WW1 subjects ;)
Really want to try a CSM kit next... Maybe the Nieuport XVII Late.
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Haha well I did start the Border Model 1/35 FW190 - its a very nice kit. Very impressed with the engine build.
As someone who is very curious about Border's armour-scale aircraft please, please share your build in The World of Scale Models (https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?board=106.0) section of the site!
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really well done! I like the subtle weathering. I really like the base too. I saw (in the build log?) the step-by-step process. It was pretty involved. The base turned out REALLY nice.
Paul
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Thank you very much Paul :)
I did have fun building that base! Think I should start doing it for more of my finished builds. I just get distracted by the next shiny kit in the line ;D
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Very Striking !
Ed
I agree with My Amigo Completely!
RAGIII
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Superb work!
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Wonderful, great detail and finish and a really nice base! One you can be very proud of.
Cheers,
Lance
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A bit late to the party here, but I have to throw in my congrats on an absolutely wonderful looking build - congrats! The overall build and finishing looks superb, and the base is exceptionally well done.
Cheers,
Gary
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I like your Dolphin a LOT!
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That is just stunning; a masterful build. The oil work on the fuselage in particular is something that I can only strive to emulate. Amazing work, sir!
Cheers,
BC
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Thank you all very much for the kind words :)