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Title: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on August 07, 2012, 07:33:51 AM
Hi all
This is my first project on this forum but I hope not the last one, because I fell in love with Wingnut models. My English is not very well so I'm going to show more pictures then write the text.
Roland this is my first Wingnut, so far I have built airplane models from World War II. For now I haven't many thing to show but I'm working on it.
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol1028-1.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol1031.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol1026.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol1019-1.jpg)

Simon
IPMS SILESIA
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on August 07, 2012, 07:44:33 AM
A few more fotos
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol1029.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol1018-1.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol1016-1.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol1022.jpg)

Simon
IPMS SILESIA
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Jose Chaica on August 07, 2012, 08:13:05 AM
The wood effects and the engine are great! Let us see more...  :)
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Chris Johnson on August 07, 2012, 08:14:40 AM
Your woodwork is convincingly real looking. I think it's the best I've ever seen. Very nice looking engine too.

Cheers,

Chris
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: GAJouette on August 07, 2012, 08:46:09 AM
   Simon,
Outstanding wood work my friend and as Chris said convincingly real looking. Impressive details on the Mercedes. I'm looking forward to seeing more soon.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette

PS: Welcome aboard to our forum.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: coyotemagic on August 07, 2012, 08:52:38 AM
 Oh my, Simon!  You've set a new standard for wood grain effects.  As everyone else has said, perfect.  Those Taurus plugs really look a treat, as well.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: uncletony on August 07, 2012, 09:04:52 AM
Beautiful!
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Des on August 07, 2012, 09:47:21 AM
Outstanding work on the wood Simon, it is very realistic, and your engine has turned out extremely well, well done so far.

Des.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Whiteknuckles on August 07, 2012, 11:47:59 AM
Wow Simon, your woodwork is awesome! I especially like the effects on the planking under the seat, great work.
Your engine is also superb.
More, more, more ;D

Andrew
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: lcarroll on August 07, 2012, 12:14:07 PM
Simon,
   Excellent wood effects, wonderful work on the engine, seat, and cushion. I could go on and on, absolutely beautiful work. I look forward to your updates.
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: gcn on August 07, 2012, 04:31:29 PM
As has been said that wood work is sublime.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: kornbeef on August 07, 2012, 05:18:13 PM
Beautiful work on what is one of WNW's finest products. 

I love the ignition wiring to the plugs

Any hints on how you did it? I'm stumped trying to get *the look* right for my Albatros.

Keith
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Ian from Doncaster on August 07, 2012, 09:36:37 PM
Amazing work Simon, your engine is very realistic and the woodgrain is superb!
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: KrzysiekK on August 07, 2012, 11:22:18 PM
Simon says: It is gonna be nice Roland!
Keep on going !

regards

K
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: michael on August 08, 2012, 12:10:49 AM
wow Simon your work is in a class of it's own!

michael
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on August 08, 2012, 08:05:22 AM
Hi
Thank you all for your words of appreciation. My woodwork done by airbrush stencil (RB PRODUCTIONS) and oil paints.
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/woodstencil.jpg)
Here you can see how it works:
http://www.exito.sklep.pl/pl/p/RB-PRODUCTIONS-T029-Wood-2-Airbrush-Stencil-Maska-do-wykonywania-imitacji-faktury-drewna/9439 (http://www.exito.sklep.pl/pl/p/RB-PRODUCTIONS-T029-Wood-2-Airbrush-Stencil-Maska-do-wykonywania-imitacji-faktury-drewna/9439)
Ignition wires to spark larger
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol1017-1.jpg)

Simon
IPMS SILESIA
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Chris Johnson on August 08, 2012, 08:23:24 AM
Extreme close-up photography often shows blemishes but certainly not in this case. Your work is immaculate!

Cheers,

Chris
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: lcarroll on August 08, 2012, 12:01:49 PM
Was just going to say (as I saw Chris's comment) when I use macro mode on my camera for closeups I am tempted to start all over again, it really brings out the "ugly"! In your case Simon it goes to illustrate how clean and beautiful your work is. Great to see, and hoping for more!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: stefanbuss on August 08, 2012, 05:37:44 PM
Simon,

the valve springs are...

- selfmade (wow!)?

- the ones from Taurus?

- or what?

Please tell us!

Stefan
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: uncletony on August 08, 2012, 10:15:35 PM
Gulp.

Fantastic.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: MammaAiuto on August 08, 2012, 11:46:50 PM
Wow very very impressive, crisp, tight and juicy absolutely remarkable you are very talented Mr Szymon a real  '' bonheur ''  joy to follow your tread

salut

Marc P   
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on August 09, 2012, 07:29:20 AM
Thank you, Gentlemen, but that's just the beginning.

Stefan,
the valve springs are self made
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/szk050.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/szk052.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol1021-Kopia.jpg)

This photo etched parts my idea
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol1026-1.jpg)

Simon
IPMS SILESIA
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: LindsayT on August 20, 2012, 10:43:29 AM
Welcome to the forum, Simon. I'm looking forward to seeing all of your work if this is the standard of quality you put out. Like the others said, the engine is incredible in its realism, but the thing that really made me take notice was the weathering around the nails in the floorboards. Absolutely the most realistic I've seen. Can you share how you did that?

Lindsay
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on August 24, 2012, 04:45:48 AM
Lindsay, My English is not very well, but I'll try to describe my work.
1.At the beginning of the boards were painted the color of light sand.
2.Then use the airbrush stencil painted wood grain with  tan color.
3.Next a light wipe oil paints.
4.The weathering around the nails I made a thin brush (000) dark-brown oil paints.
5.In the end boards painted orange and yellow clear and pointed nails Metalic gunze

Regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: LindsayT on August 24, 2012, 06:09:17 AM
Well, when you put it like that, it sounds very easy! Almost makes me think I could do it.  ;)

And not to worry about the English. I'm a native English speaker and I still manage to make a mess of it! Besides, your English is better than my Polish (I'm making assumptions).

Thanks for the tutorial,

Lindsay
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on August 24, 2012, 08:14:49 AM
This  proceeding scheme, the rest is a matter of skill and training

Regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: pepperman42 on August 24, 2012, 12:26:25 PM
Spectacular!!!!!

Steve
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: KrzysiekK on August 24, 2012, 07:36:12 PM
Does the engine work? ;D
I could have been..

Regards

K
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: xmald on August 24, 2012, 11:09:36 PM
Gorgeous and nothing left to say!
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Dal Gavan on August 26, 2012, 09:22:34 PM
Absolutely brilliant, Szymon.  You're a master.

Dal.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: ggl1269 on August 31, 2012, 08:53:20 PM
superb. ;)
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on September 19, 2012, 11:53:26 PM
After two months I finally break some work with the model. Are a few pics of what I have done.
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol2001-Kopia.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol2010-Kopia.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol2016-Kopia.jpg)
The engine is ready
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol4004-Kopia.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol4007-Kopia-1.jpg)

Regards
Simon
IPMS SILESIA
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: LindsayT on September 20, 2012, 02:15:57 AM
That engine looks incredible Simon, really well done.

I might not be the only one that would like to hear your thoughts on using that Heavy Chipping acrylic fluid. That's the first I've ever heard of it.

Lindsay
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: lcarroll on September 20, 2012, 02:29:41 AM
Simon,
   Outstanding work on the engine, the shading/hiliting and the "grime" are really impressive. Looking forward to more as you progress.
Cheers,
Lance :)
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Adam on September 20, 2012, 03:04:23 AM
Fantastic, engine look like real .
Adam.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: pepperman42 on September 20, 2012, 05:20:15 AM
The heat oxidization on the exhaust joints is very very good!!!

Steve
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: uncletony on September 20, 2012, 11:49:04 AM
Bellisimo!!!!!
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on September 22, 2012, 01:11:35 AM
That engine looks incredible Simon, really well done.

I might not be the only one that would like to hear your thoughts on using that Heavy Chipping acrylic fluid. That's the first I've ever heard of it.

Lindsay

I have been using this specific not for a long time but I have to say that it gives a nice effect very fast and easy. I apply it using airbrush or brush, depending on the size of the element.

Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Whiteknuckles on September 22, 2012, 11:07:27 AM
Szymon,

great effect on the tank and the engine looks superb.

With that chipping fluid, how does it actually work/how do you use it? Do you apply it then chip it off?

Andrew
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Chris Johnson on September 23, 2012, 12:56:51 AM
When I look at an engine, my attention is always immediately drawn to the wiring. Yours is absolutely superb.

Cheers,

Chris
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Dekenba on September 23, 2012, 08:07:52 AM
That engine really is astounding.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on October 09, 2012, 06:43:45 AM
Szymon,

great effect on the tank and the engine looks superb.

With that chipping fluid, how does it actually work/how do you use it? Do you apply it then chip it off?

Andrew

Sorry, I have not  I replied, but I was a little busy. So yes, as I wrote I apply it using airbrush or brush, then I paint with paint which I wear out (it must be acrylic paint) Then with a brush and hot water  scrape paint

And now a little update
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol3004-Kopia.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol3007-Kopia.jpg)

(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol3014-Kopia.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol3010-Kopia.jpg)
Regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Whiteknuckles on October 09, 2012, 04:56:23 PM
...Sorry, I have not  I replied, but I was a little busy. So yes, as I wrote I apply it using airbrush or brush, then I paint with paint which I wear out (it must be acrylic paint) Then with a brush and hot water  scrape paint...

Thanks Simon ;)

Great progress on the cockpit/interior.

Andrew
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: drdave on October 11, 2012, 06:07:55 AM
I verify your goodness ;D
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on October 21, 2012, 06:30:17 AM
Some new photos of my Roland. The work progresses slowly, because of lack of time.
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol4007.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol4009.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol4003.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol4023.jpg)
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on October 21, 2012, 06:32:55 AM
Two more photos the engine in a better light
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol4020-Kopia.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol4015-Kopia.jpg)

Regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: kornbeef on October 21, 2012, 09:43:39 AM
Simply put. Beautiful.


Keith
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: bobs_buckles on October 21, 2012, 05:15:07 PM
Inspirational work - thanks for sharing it  ;)
More please!

BVB
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: GAJouette on October 22, 2012, 12:47:45 AM
   Simon,
Excellent detailing and weathering on her engine my friend. Very impressive woodwork too. Looking forward to seeing more.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on October 22, 2012, 02:33:55 AM
I thank you friends for words of appreciation, now I will begin woodwork on the fuselage.
Regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: pepperman42 on October 23, 2012, 02:39:53 AM
Very sharp. The wood effect is excellent.

Steve
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Whiteknuckles on October 23, 2012, 07:36:48 PM
The work on the engine and surrounding frame is just excellent Simon - not only stunning but very, very realistic.
I'm very much looking forward to seeing how you handle the fuselage woodwork ;)

Andrew
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: gcn on October 24, 2012, 12:16:26 AM
Very nice, I do love that wood effect.

Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: xmald on October 24, 2012, 12:50:35 AM
The engine is simply brilliant. Nice work Szymon!!!
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: PrzemoL on October 24, 2012, 06:45:45 AM
Beautiful! And helpful, I mean that engine, for my D.XII build.  ;) Thanks, Szymon.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: JoeDxMB on October 24, 2012, 07:37:20 AM
Great !    :)

One of these days, I must get a WNW model.
Right now, I'm basically only building models that require a good deal of putty and hair pulling ;)
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: uncletony on October 24, 2012, 10:04:24 AM
Awesome.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on December 07, 2012, 07:14:29 AM
Hello after a long break, I present some new pics of my Roland, The work goes slowly because of lack of time. I managed to complete the work on the fuselage. From my woodwork I'm average satisfied, now is time to wings, I will test the new  fabric lozenge from "wood and wire".
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol5001-Kopia.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol5003-Kopia.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol5026.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol6004.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol6007.jpg)

Regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: PrzemoL on December 07, 2012, 08:33:48 AM
You should be very much satisfied! The fuselage looks fantastic.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: dirk on December 07, 2012, 08:42:36 AM
Hi Simon,

great technique on the weathering of the fuselage. What did you use for the finish? Is it clear Tamiya Orange or just clear varnish?

Greeting from Germany and congratulations to your exceptional work!

Dirk
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: pepperman42 on December 07, 2012, 10:53:03 AM
Amazing work. The combination of techniques are very convincing. That RB stencil is worth picking up after I see these results!!!  ;D

Steve
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: lcarroll on December 07, 2012, 01:01:59 PM
  This is absolutely spectacular...............wonderful detail, talent everywhere, and what I believe is probably the best representation of clear wood we have seen. Szymon, my sincere compliments, you are a true master and I really look forward to your completed project!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Whiteknuckles on December 07, 2012, 01:17:33 PM
Lovely woodwork Simon - some beautiful honey tones there.
She's looking great.

Andrew
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: GAJouette on December 07, 2012, 01:38:39 PM
   Simon,
Outstanding wood graining techniques and painting too. Most impressive works my friend.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Chris Johnson on December 08, 2012, 12:37:58 AM
Spectacular woodwork. The most realistic I've ever seen. It looks exactly like the varnished cedar strip boat my grandfather owned.

Cheers,

Chris
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Epeeman on December 08, 2012, 02:56:57 AM
Simon,

Your workmanship is fantastic!

The engine actually looks real - love all the oils stains, etc.   I can only echo what others have said regarding the woodwork on the fuselage.

Great work all round.

Regards

Dave
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on December 08, 2012, 06:06:20 AM
Hi Simon,

great technique on the weathering of the fuselage. What did you use for the finish? Is it clear Tamiya Orange or just clear varnish?

Greeting from Germany and congratulations to your exceptional work!

Dirk

This is Tamiya orange and clear yellow (Gunze H 91) and in the end semi matte clear varnish
Many thanks, gentleman, I feel honored, especially since this is my first such large woodwork
Regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: fcmdecal on December 09, 2012, 02:20:20 AM
Great job Simon!  Did you used only teh paints with a brush?  Or was used some kind of color pencil to create the grain detail?
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on December 09, 2012, 07:37:47 AM
I used only the brush (00)

Regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Chuckt5 on December 09, 2012, 12:54:47 PM
Fantastic work Simon! Very inspirational.  ;)

Can you tell us how you painted the leather around the cockpit opening? It's looks great!
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: drdave on December 11, 2012, 03:05:24 AM
That is superb work!
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Ian from Doncaster on December 13, 2012, 04:43:41 AM
I echo the other comments, your wood replication is outstanding!  Top notch work so far, looking forward to the rest!
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on December 13, 2012, 05:54:28 AM
Fantastic work Simon! Very inspirational.  ;)

Can you tell us how you painted the leather around the cockpit opening? It's looks great!

The leather around the cockpit opening is painted with Pactra A51 (Rust) and then tamiya weathering master
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/001.jpg)

regards
simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on December 13, 2012, 06:18:25 AM
A few pics of progress work. I begin to test new lozenge of “ wood and wire”
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol7001-Kopia.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol6002.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol7015-Kopia.jpg)

regards
simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: PrzemoL on December 13, 2012, 06:24:53 AM
Impecable! Woodwork, linen, metal parts, fittings. All look so real.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: miecio52 on December 13, 2012, 06:28:43 AM
 :oThis is your first model of the Great War :o :o :o :o :o Great work of modeling.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: GAJouette on December 13, 2012, 06:32:42 AM
   Simon,
Outstanding progress my friend. Truly amazing skill and craftsmanship shine through.  I find your lozenge work very impressive and very much true to life in apperance. Did you overlay the lozenge decals with the texure fabric decals. Excellent to can clearly see the weave of the fabric. Master Level works throughout.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: lcarroll on December 13, 2012, 07:00:49 AM
Simon,   
         The more I see of this the more I'm completely impressed. It is magnificent work. If I were not completely happy in my Hobby I'd be getting an inferiority complex; I don't think I'll ever quite match your results.
         Keep the photos coming, very enjoyable and a lot to be learned from this Build for this "old fumbler"!
Cheers,
Lance 8)
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: pepperman42 on December 13, 2012, 08:00:17 AM
This is shaping up into a great looking model. The W/W fabric texture lozenge looks very good. Any problems handling them?

Steve 
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on December 14, 2012, 08:02:41 AM
Thanks for the compliments, but my Roland is nothing special, I did already interesting things.
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/zsj100.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/zsj007.jpg)

Regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on December 14, 2012, 08:11:51 AM
I must say that the W / W lozenge fabric texture is top notch, very well work with them.They are thin but strong, respond well to fluids Microscale, go ahead recommend a good product.
Vladimir, good job, keep it up ;)

(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol8002-Kopia.jpg)

(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol8003-Kopia.jpg)

Regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Dal Gavan on December 14, 2012, 08:32:26 AM
Amazing work, mate.  Is that an La-5FN that you detailed (I'm not too knowledgeable about WWII Soviet aircraft). 

The decals look good, but the wood grain technique you used is very special.

Cheers.

Dal.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: lcarroll on December 14, 2012, 09:43:02 AM
Simon, And yet another question; is the W&W Lozenge the "faded" version or the regular? It's as real looking as I've seen to date.
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: GAJouette on December 14, 2012, 09:56:45 AM
  Simon,
That's one amazing Lagg 5 my friend. Those are some awesome details you're adding. Both projects are equally impressive and special,true tribute to your skills and craftsmanship.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette

Merry Christmas to You and Yours
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on December 14, 2012, 09:42:15 PM
Simon, And yet another question; is the W&W Lozenge the "faded" version or the regular? It's as real looking as I've seen to date.
Cheers,
Lance

This is a set number D32005 to shop Nordland
http://www.nordlandmodels.com/product/d32005-4-color-lower-lozenge-with-rib-tapes-faded-with-fabric-texture-and-overprint-efect:15810/ (http://www.nordlandmodels.com/product/d32005-4-color-lower-lozenge-with-rib-tapes-faded-with-fabric-texture-and-overprint-efect:15810/)

Regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: mgunns on December 15, 2012, 04:56:45 AM
All I can say is that is amazing work.  Your wood work, your engine, the leather, the lozenge, it is truly outstanding.  I am enjoying catching up on your build and your comments on how you did it. 

Best

Mark
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: xmald on December 15, 2012, 09:54:00 PM
 :o
Szymon both the woodwork and loz decals are simply masterpieces. You`ve just made me your fan!
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: lcarroll on December 16, 2012, 12:43:48 AM
Simon, And yet another question; is the W&W Lozenge the "faded" version or the regular? It's as real looking as I've seen to date.
Cheers,
Lance

This is a set number D32005 to shop Nordland
http://www.nordlandmodels.com/product/d32005-4-color-lower-lozenge-with-rib-tapes-faded-with-fabric-texture-and-overprint-efect:15810/ (http://www.nordlandmodels.com/product/d32005-4-color-lower-lozenge-with-rib-tapes-faded-with-fabric-texture-and-overprint-efect:15810/)

Regards
Simon

    That's the "faded" 4 colour version; got to order me some of that! Thanks for the info Simon.
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: RAGIII on December 16, 2012, 01:11:19 AM
Outstanding work! Seeing the lozenge in use makes me want to purchase it for my DVII!
RAGIII
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Whiteknuckles on December 16, 2012, 12:11:32 PM
Truly impressive on all counts Simon - excellent work.

Andrew
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Flip Hendrickx on December 19, 2012, 05:39:55 AM
Wow, that is outstanding work! Love the wood work!
The W/W decals are great. Ordered them as well for my Roland :-)

All the best

Flip
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: uncletony on December 26, 2012, 12:29:56 AM
Super Awesome +++
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Jamo on December 26, 2012, 12:11:23 PM
I only saw your build for the first time today Simon, and it is lovely eye candy! Thanks for sharing your build with us and for taking the time to explain your techniques. It looks like the real deal  8)
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on December 31, 2012, 01:03:13 AM
Hi,
A few new photos the progress of work, have a nice viewing. ;)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol01002_zps1b07f65d.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol01004_zpsaec9eb69.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol010042_zps07c85dd1.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol01007_zpsf9ff502e.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/rol01008_zps9784e471.jpg)

Regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: uncletony on December 31, 2012, 02:32:28 AM
fantastic.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Chris Johnson on December 31, 2012, 02:43:10 AM
Simply superb. Oh how I wish it were mine!

Cheers,

Chris
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: lcarroll on December 31, 2012, 05:47:00 AM
My Oh My, Szymon, it just keeps getting better.............. Magnificent!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: GAJouette on December 31, 2012, 06:11:08 AM
  Simon,
Magnificent says it all my friend.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Flip Hendrickx on December 31, 2012, 06:57:35 AM
What more to say? :-) Brilliant work!

Grtz

Flip
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Epeeman on December 31, 2012, 07:18:53 AM
Simon -

Great progress - outstanding work so far - love the wood painting as it actually looks real to me.

Regards

Dave
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Alamotom on December 31, 2012, 12:11:06 PM
WOW!
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on January 01, 2013, 03:56:38 AM
I did a little gadget on the stand from Roland ;D
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/pod001_zps554863e8.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/pod003_zps8033db10.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/pod004_zps33831e3e.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/pod010_zpse00cd2e2.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/pod007_zpsa3d63cf3.jpg)
Regards
Simom
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: coyotemagic on January 01, 2013, 04:13:53 AM
Wow, Simon!  I've missed so much!  Seems I've not gotten notifications after August 7.  You've done a masterful job.  Brilliant bit of modeling, my friend.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: pepperman42 on January 01, 2013, 04:19:26 AM
Excellent work!!

Steve
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: rhallinger on January 01, 2013, 04:43:17 AM
Hi Simon.  The Roland is absolutely sublime, but that's a beautiful littler model of the work stand as well. ;D  Using scale bolts was an inspired idea!

The grassy tufts on your base look wonderful.  What did you use for that?  Thanks.

Regards,

Bob 
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on January 01, 2013, 10:33:55 PM
Hi Simon.  The Roland is absolutely sublime, but that's a beautiful littler model of the work stand as well. ;D  Using scale bolts was an inspired idea!

The grassy tufts on your base look wonderful.  What did you use for that?  Thanks.

Regards,

Bob

The grass on the base is a  finished product, from Mr. Polak of the Czech Republic. This is his website www.polakmodel.com  , very large selection materials for the bases.
Here's an example of how it looks
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/tr001_zps44385873.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/tr002_zps1d82672a.jpg)

Regards
Simon
.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: rhallinger on January 02, 2013, 01:58:47 AM
Thanks for the link Simon.  That grass is a wonderful product!  I will order some.

I'm looking forward to the rest of your magnificent Roland build.  Your work is first rate!

Regards,

Bob
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on January 05, 2013, 06:41:02 AM
Hi ,
My little gadget after painting and a slight consumption of
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/st003_zpscf117e58.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/st002_zps8016362a.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/st006_zps5da81d16.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/st010_zps4df06f3c.jpg)

Slowly getting closer to the final

(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/st012_zps4cea147b.jpg)

Best regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: GAJouette on January 05, 2013, 08:29:12 AM
  Simon,
Absolutely breathtaking work my old friend.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: uncletony on January 05, 2013, 09:38:09 AM
  Simon,
Absolutely breathtaking work my old friend.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette

Yes, that.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: pepperman42 on January 05, 2013, 10:25:40 AM
Great work. The ground cover on closer look is really neat. I will have to pick some of those up.

Steve
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Whiteknuckles on January 05, 2013, 12:03:02 PM
The work on show in that last photo above is simply superb, love the open hatches and the weathering Simon.
Mr Jouette says it all - absolutely breathtaking work ;)

Andrew
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: bobs_buckles on January 05, 2013, 07:44:26 PM
A joy to behold  :o
Thanks for making me jealous  :D

Von Buckle
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: gcn on January 05, 2013, 09:19:23 PM
Stunning
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: rhallinger on January 05, 2013, 11:27:08 PM
Inspired and inspiring! ;D  Thanks for sharing this. Very well done. :)
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: coyotemagic on January 06, 2013, 01:50:30 AM
Truly spectacular!  Superb detailing all around.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Vladimir Ziska on January 06, 2013, 08:11:39 AM
Hello Simon,

briliant work, you have my respect.

Cheers,

Vladimir
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on January 06, 2013, 09:12:04 AM
Thank you all for your words of appreciation, I'm glad you like it.
Vlado, your lozenge is  first class, I invite you to the model festival in Bytom, you are not far away :)

Regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: mgunns on January 06, 2013, 09:45:58 PM
Hello Simon:

Outstanding work all around.  The open hatches are a nice touch, and the tailskid stand.  A work of art.

Best

Mark
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: rhallinger on January 06, 2013, 10:53:55 PM
You have created a simply amazing scale replica Simon. ;D  Very well done.  Your work sets a standard to which I shall try to aspire!  Thanks for sharing this with us.

Regards,

Bob
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on March 08, 2013, 04:55:52 AM
Hello after a long break, I was a little busy organizing the Festival of Plastic Scale Models in Bytom. It is the last photo of the workshop, the next will be longer in the gallery with a new wooden propeller from The Micro Group.
Slowly  I start a next Wingnut model, this will Fokker D.VII OAW ;)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/DSCF4985_zpsef716bfa.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/DSCF4986_zpsa3cf0ecb.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/DSCF4988_zps000dae9f.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/DSCF4980_zps729163b7.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/DSCF4978_zps15be3862.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/szymbowiec/DSCF4975_zps898f6896.jpg)

Best Regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: coyotemagic on March 08, 2013, 05:53:27 AM
Wow, Simon!  She is absolutely stunning.  One of the most beautifully detailed and finished Rolands I have ever seen.  The bar has now been set even higher.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Ian from Doncaster on March 08, 2013, 06:55:02 AM
Superb Simon!  A masterpiece :)
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: uncletony on March 08, 2013, 06:58:27 AM
Indeed an absolute masterpiece. Absolutely gorgeous.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: michael on March 08, 2013, 07:04:48 AM
awesome work - it looks like a real aircraft!

michael
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: PrzemoL on March 08, 2013, 07:37:32 AM
I had a privilige to see it in real in Bytom. It is a modelling masterpiece. Congratulations once again, Szymon!
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: RAGIII on March 08, 2013, 07:55:28 AM
As the others have said, this one is STUNNING! he wood grain and weathered Lozenge are outstanding!! Well Done!!!
RAGIII
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: lcarroll on March 08, 2013, 01:42:10 PM
Simon,
    Normally I would prattle on and on using terms like "spectacular", "stunning", and/or "beautiful". I'll keep this brief............MAGNIFICENT!!!
    Congratulations on easily one of the most impressive Builds I have ever had the pleasure to view.
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Pete Nottingham on March 09, 2013, 01:55:55 AM
Simon, an absolutely brilliant job you've done on the Roland, makes me feel like giving up on my build.

Cheers

Pete.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: kornbeef on March 09, 2013, 07:22:20 AM
Gorgeous top class piece of modelling there. I can only echo what all before have said.

Keith
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: WillScarlet on March 09, 2013, 08:37:39 AM
  Just found this today .................. STUNNING!!     Did you use any references, Datafiles?
Will
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: pepperman42 on March 09, 2013, 12:41:20 PM
Excellent work. Looking forward to the completed model on its base.

Steve
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Dal Gavan on March 09, 2013, 03:55:38 PM
That's superb, Szymon.  One of the best builds I've seen.

Cheers.

Dal.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: GAJouette on March 11, 2013, 04:35:21 AM
  Szymon,
Awesome works my friend. It's a joy to follow your always Outstanding projects.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: szymon on March 11, 2013, 06:37:30 AM
  Just found this today .................. STUNNING!!     Did you use any references, Datafiles?
Will

Yes,I used the Windsock Datafile 37 and my photos from the Polish Aviation Museum in Krakow
Thank you gentlemen for words of recognition. Now yet small weathering and a photo shoot to the gallery.
Regards
Simon
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: Chuckt5 on March 11, 2013, 01:02:09 PM
Very VERY nice Simon.  :D

What paint brand and color did you use for the grey metal cowlings?
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: mike in calif on March 18, 2013, 11:31:08 PM
I just stopped in for a look, and see you have done a stunning job on this kit. Very nice.
Title: Re: WNW Roland D.VIa
Post by: mgunns on March 19, 2013, 12:35:19 AM
Truly an outstanding job, your use of oils is definately noteworthy.

Best

Mark