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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: uncarina on March 13, 2017, 02:16:00 PM

Title: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: uncarina on March 13, 2017, 02:16:00 PM

I recently received the WNW Clerget Camel specifically because I wanted to model Squadron Commander William Barker's Sopwith Camel...but first I had to build his Sopwith Snipe! This is my first WNW kit in years, and it was a really satisfying build. Pheon Decals, Tamiya paints, E-Z line, the new Vallejo Metal paints (awesome and odorless), and the little red devil from the Camel kit.

Cheers,  Tom

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Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: uncarina on March 13, 2017, 02:20:40 PM

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Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: Mmarchal on March 13, 2017, 02:26:13 PM

Cool, especially like the woodwork for the interior. Nice.

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: Borsos on March 13, 2017, 04:40:07 PM

Very nice. Congratulations!
Borsos

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: coyotemagic on March 13, 2017, 10:49:13 PM

Welcome to the forum, Tom!  That's one gorgeous Snipe you've got there.
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: lcarroll on March 13, 2017, 11:26:07 PM

   Great "debut" on the Forum, Tom, your Snipe is a beauty and in my favourite scheme. I did this one some time ago and now look forward to doing his iconic Camel as well. Lovely work, and welcome again, I look forward to seeing more in future.
Cheers,
Lance

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: uncarina on March 13, 2017, 11:46:34 PM

Thank all of you very much! I love this forum for the inspiration and how much you all teach me. Lance, I look forward to seeing you work your magic with the Camel kit!

Cheers,  Tom

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: Juan on March 14, 2017, 12:33:39 AM

Real beauty, congratulations on your build.

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: dr 1 ace on March 14, 2017, 02:07:37 AM

Agree with all the above, Nice work !!

Ed

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: Monty on March 14, 2017, 02:19:02 AM

Well done Tom! A really good looking model! Some great wood tones and a great "feel" for the subject! I like it very much! Regards, Marc

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: bobs_buckles on March 14, 2017, 06:41:51 AM

Excellent subject and super build - well done, Tom!

Von B

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: Des on March 14, 2017, 07:30:41 AM

A very well built and detailed model, the overall finish is excellent, congratulations Tom on presenting us with a superb looking model.

Des.

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: Alexis on March 14, 2017, 09:16:49 AM

Nice clean build , awesome job  :)



Terri

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: uncarina on March 14, 2017, 12:11:57 PM

Thank you so much everyone! It means a lot, since I've been admiring all of your work!

Cheers,  Tom

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: Manni on March 14, 2017, 03:22:29 PM

Great build, Tom.
Very clean and acurate. I like the subtile weathering of the plane.
Bye,
Manni

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: ModelCellar on March 15, 2017, 12:07:18 AM

Hi Tom,

That's really nice.  I especially like the woodwork in the interior and the way the seat is painted.  ...great job!

Paul

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: lone modeller on March 15, 2017, 07:03:08 AM

Blimy if that is your introduction what are your models going to be like in the future? That is a cracker and no mistake. Looking forward to seeing your Camel.

Stephen.

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: uncarina on March 15, 2017, 01:19:39 PM

Thanks for all of your kind comments!

Cheers,  Tom

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: RAGIII on March 16, 2017, 11:29:12 PM

Tom,
A gorgeous build of a fantastic kit!( The Snipe continues to be one of my favorite WNW kits).   I think you have nailed the overall scheme and look of Barkers Snipe. Really great rigging and your construction looks flawless.
RAGIII

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: uncarina on March 17, 2017, 02:31:57 PM

You are very kind! It was a nail biter through much of the build: first the cockpit rigging, then the decals, then the rest of the rigging...but I truly love the problem-solving. I seriously admire the work all of you do and share on this forum.

Cheers,  Tom

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: Alpha Delta 210 on June 21, 2017, 09:44:16 PM

What a fantastic model. I particularly like the cockpit and the paint finish. Truly inspirational to a WnW newbie like me!

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: Syd Solo on June 22, 2017, 06:00:47 PM

Very nice model. I especially like the interior woodwork.

Cheers

Syd

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: RAGIII on June 24, 2017, 03:22:55 AM

Tom,
Sorry to be late in commenting! That is a gorgeous Snipe! Your painting and detaling are excellent! Thanks for sharing and Welcome!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: gedmundson on June 26, 2017, 02:48:45 AM

Fantastic work! Well done.
Cheers,
Gary

Title: Re: Canada's Most Decorated Soldier: William Barker and His Snipe
Post by: Iancshippee on June 26, 2017, 06:53:32 AM

Beautiful! I think Barker's Snipe battle is one of the most exciting stories out there! great job, I love that you included the little devil on his gunsight!