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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: Mike Norris (UK) on January 30, 2019, 08:05:05 AM

Title: Barker's Sopwith Camel 1:32 scale
Post by: Mike Norris (UK) on January 30, 2019, 08:05:05 AM

Hi all,
It's done, so I thought you might like to see my 16th 1:32 scale build - The Sopwith F1 ‘Camel’. This model represents the Sopwith F1 ‘Camel’, Serial No.B6313 (later modified version), as flown by Major William George ‘Billy’ Barker, CO of No.139 Squadron, RAF, based at Villaverla, Italy during August 1918. This model depicts the later version of B6313, when field modifications were carried out to introduce four cooling slots in the engine cowl, linen covering removed from the centre section of the upper wing and cockpit decking sides reduced or removed.
Modified or corrected:

Cockpit:
‘Barracuda Studios’ Wicker Seat and cushion (BR32332).
‘HGW Models’ Sopwith Camel seat belts (132590).
Copper micro-tubes for fuel supply to engine, main and auxiliary fuel tanks, fuel contents indicator and fuel tank pressurization.
Brass micro-tubes for a pipe 4-way union, pipe connectors and fuel filter.
Lead wire for gun trigger cables and engine ‘blip’ switch.
Rigging wires with turnbuckles for cockpit side frame, under shield and floor bracing.
Flight control cables with turnbuckles for ailerons, rudder, elevator and tail skid.
Micro-tube for throttle control linkage.

External after market and additions:
‘Blackdog Models’ RFC Fighter Pilot 14-18 No.2 (F32014)
‘Copper State Models’ RFC Mechanic (F32-0026). 
‘Proper Plane’ wood propeller - Lang type (WP004).
‘Copper State Model’ Tools and Cans set (AE32-005).
‘Aviattic’ linen effect decal - Clear Doped Linen (ATT32094).
‘Aviattic’ linen effect decal - PC12 ‘Light’ RFC/RAF (ATT32092).
‘Xtradecal’ Parallel Stripes (White - XPS2 and Black - XPS1).
Various ‘Albion Alloy’ Micro-tube (Brass or Nickel Silver).
‘Steelon’ Mono-Filament 0.12mm diameter.
‘Stroft GTM’ Silicon-PTFE tempered monofil (Blue/Grey 0.08mm diameter).
‘RB Motion’ 0.51mm Aluminium hexagonal nuts (1279-A).
 ‘EZ Line’ white (heavy).
‘Polak’ grass mat (Wild Meadow (4706).
‘Inperspextive’ made acrylic display case.
Brushed silver, black printed - information plaques.

As usual I've created a downloadable build log in Adobe PDF format, for those who might want to refer to it for reference or build details. It contains full step by step descriptions of the model build, its modifications/changes and is also supported with illustrations and reference photographs and information. If viewed in Adobe Reader, each build log has book marked chapters/headings for easier navigation through the log.
My model website has the gallery page, so to view any model, go to the gallery and select it.  If it has a PDF build log, it will be available to download using the 'PDF' icon on that models photo's page. The gallery will scroll through the various photographs for any particular model selected for viewing.

http://igavh2.xara.hosting


Mike


(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-CAMEL/shots/cameldone1.jpg)
(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-CAMEL/shots/cameldone2.jpg)
(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-CAMEL/shots/cameldone3.jpg)
(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-CAMEL/shots/cameldone4.jpg)
(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-CAMEL/shots/cameldone5.jpg)
(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-CAMEL/shots/cameldone6.jpg)
(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-CAMEL/shots/cameldone7.jpg)
(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-CAMEL/shots/cameldone8.jpg)
(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-CAMEL/shots/cameldone9.jpg)
(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-CAMEL/shots/cameldone10.jpg)
(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-CAMEL/shots/cameldone11.jpg)
(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-CAMEL/shots/cameldone12.jpg)

Title: Re: Barker's Sopwith Camel 1:32 scale
Post by: coyotemagic on January 30, 2019, 08:47:41 AM

Mike, as with all your models, this one is an absolute stunner.  Eye candy at its best.  Barker even looks like Barker.  Awesome!
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Barker's Sopwith Camel 1:32 scale
Post by: RAGIII on January 30, 2019, 09:01:00 AM

Quote from: coyotemagic on January 30, 2019, 08:47:41 AM

Mike, as with all your models, this one is an absolute stunner.  Eye candy at its best.  Barker even looks like Barker.  Awesome!
Cheers,
Bud

I agree with Bud! Another absolutely stunning build and a joy to watch come together! Looking forward to your next project!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Barker's Sopwith Camel 1:32 scale
Post by: Juan on January 30, 2019, 09:11:49 AM

Piling on on the compliments, another of your masterpieces completed.  Great build log also.

Title: Re: Barker's Sopwith Camel 1:32 scale
Post by: Manni on January 30, 2019, 03:51:23 PM

Awesome! In my opinion this is the best Camel I have ever seen. The wings are incredibly realistic. The weathering is great and the small details like the toolbox complete the picture. Hats off!
Bye,
Manni

Title: Re: Barker's Sopwith Camel 1:32 scale
Post by: Gisbod on January 30, 2019, 05:26:51 PM

Lovely job Mike,

Lot of work & extras in that! Have you added up your total spend?!

Guy

Title: Re: Barker's Sopwith Camel 1:32 scale
Post by: PrzemoL on January 30, 2019, 06:20:02 PM

Magical... I could watch those photos for hours...

Title: Re: Barker's Sopwith Camel 1:32 scale
Post by: Borsos on January 31, 2019, 01:28:19 AM

Really a very nice Camel. Well done!!
Andreas

Title: Re: Barker's Sopwith Camel 1:32 scale
Post by: bobs_buckles on January 31, 2019, 08:13:56 AM

Beautiful work, Mike.
A stunner!

vB

Title: Re: Barker's Sopwith Camel 1:32 scale
Post by: KevTheModeller on February 02, 2019, 03:21:27 AM

Wow amazing build.

Title: Re: Barker's Sopwith Camel 1:32 scale
Post by: jeroen_R90S on February 02, 2019, 05:18:18 AM

The build thread was a joy to follow, and the result is really well done!

Title: Re: Barker's Sopwith Camel 1:32 scale
Post by: lcarroll on February 05, 2019, 09:06:38 AM

Mike.
    Magnificent! Stunning! What a Beauty you've pulled off here, this is just super work all round, I'm out of superlatives!
Cheers,
Lance

Title: Re: Barker's Sopwith Camel 1:32 scale
Post by: gbrivio on February 05, 2019, 04:59:13 PM

Magnificent Camel, and the vignette still enhances the model with an operative look. It was a great build ending in another masterpiece.
Ciao
Giuseppe

Title: Re: Barker's Sopwith Camel 1:32 scale
Post by: Alexis on February 06, 2019, 12:12:02 PM

Beautifully done Mike




Terri

Title: Re: Barker's Sopwith Camel 1:32 scale
Post by: gedmundson on February 06, 2019, 06:57:12 PM

Really nice work, Mike. I like the lighting in your photos, too - great effect!
Cheers,
Gary