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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: PrzemoL on November 22, 2012, 08:27:58 AM

Title: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 22, 2012, 08:27:58 AM: Here is my representation of Pfalz D.XII flown by Lt. d. R. Rudolf Fuchs in late Summer 1918 for Jasta 77b based at St.Marie Vouziers.
I have selected this one because I wanted the rare version with early fin and rudder and it also had large cut-outs in the side panels to enhance cooling, which allow a view to the detailed engine. Luckily it was not hard to change the kit supplied serial 1394 to Fuchs's 1346!
Additions to the kit include Taurus valves, rockers and spark plugs as well as some scratch elements at the engine - plumbing and electric wires. Rigging is made from Bob's buckles teamed with 0.12 dark fishing line.
I hope you will enjoy it as much as I have enjoyed this build.

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Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: bobs_buckles on November 22, 2012, 08:43:19 AM: Beautiful work, PrzemoL :)
I will be using your pictures to guide me in the right direction.

Cheers,
BVB
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: lcarroll on November 22, 2012, 08:47:08 AM: Prze,
Striking scheme and beautifully done. I enjoyed following your build and this is equally enjoyable to view. Congratulations on a very nice model indeed!
Cheers,
Lance :)
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Bluesfan on November 22, 2012, 10:28:11 AM: Thank you - a real privilege and an inspiration to see work of this quality.

On a very minor note, you've made me realise that the tyres on my models are far, far too clean! :)

Mark
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: coyotemagic on November 22, 2012, 01:54:52 PM: Brilliant in every way, Prez! Your weathering, your use of washes, shading, everything...Fantastic. Outstanding work, my friend.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: dirk on November 22, 2012, 04:29:45 PM: Beautiful work, Przemol. Lots of details and an overall impressive appearance of your of Pfalz D.XII. Especially the rigging is excellent and your weathering understresses the realistic look.

Cheers, Dirk
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: KrzysiekK on November 22, 2012, 05:57:16 PM: the details are superb!
My favourites: wheels, anemometer, exhaust pipe, fuselage weathering, wings fabric ;D
the prop does not seem convincing to me, do not know precisely why but think some oil paints should improve the outcome

Congratulations!

K
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Adam on November 22, 2012, 07:37:51 PM: Przemol.

Everything is perfect, especially details and rigging.

Adam.

PS What will be the next?
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: pepperman42 on November 23, 2012, 03:43:20 AM: As said on the build log - shes a tough looking bird!!

Steve
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 23, 2012, 04:05:18 AM: Many thanks, everybody. I am glad you like it as much as I do :)

Krzysiek, the prop does not convince me either. Yet, I must say it does look better in reality, the photos are deceiving in this instance.

Adam, I have just taken the box with WNW Albatros D.V from my stash. I have Taurus details for the engine, Pheon Models decals and Bob's buckles for it, too. I am starting it right now.
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: drdave on November 23, 2012, 05:12:46 AM: I love it!

Which Silver have you used? It looks very...3D? I have 2 Pfalzs coming and would like to replicate your look.
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: petrov27 on November 23, 2012, 07:29:09 AM: Fantastic build - really like the weathering and finish! Just curious - what brand fishing line do you use that comes in the black color?
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Chris Johnson on November 23, 2012, 07:50:18 AM: Simply spectacular craftsmanship, not to mention the photography too.

Cheers,

Chris
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 23, 2012, 08:11:30 AM: Thank you, gentlemen.

DrDave, Silbergrau here is my custom mix of Citadel acrylic colour Chainmail and Pactra acrylic Light Grey (A40), more or less 1:1 proportion.

Petrov, the line is Trabucco S-Force Match Sinking 0.12 mm looking like this one:
http://www.zakupywedkarskie.pl/Zylka_Trabucco_S-Force_Match_Sinking_-_150m_2682.html
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Whiteknuckles on November 23, 2012, 01:39:52 PM: Excelent work Prez, she looks great!!
It's been a pleasure watching you bolt this one together, thanks ;)

Andrew
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 24, 2012, 11:44:10 PM: Thank you, Andrew.
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on November 25, 2012, 12:21:40 AM: Prez,
Beautiful build! it was a joy to watch unfold and develope!!
RAgIII
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: WarrenD on November 26, 2012, 12:30:16 AM: Gorgeous work!

Warren
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 27, 2012, 05:28:54 PM: Thank you, RAGIII and Warren. I appreciate your comments very much.
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: mgunns on November 28, 2012, 06:57:22 AM: Superb work Prez! I scoped out your turnbuckles and finally figured it out. Great looking model, and I find the prop to be pretty convincing.

Best

Mark
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on December 03, 2012, 04:23:40 AM: Thank you, Mark. I am glad you like it.
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: GAJouette on December 03, 2012, 05:11:08 AM: Prze,
Awesome project my old friend. Truly the work of a Master! Congratulations my old friend.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on December 06, 2012, 09:52:11 AM: Thank you, Gregory. Very much appreciated...
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: szymon on December 08, 2012, 06:48:27 AM: Beautiful work,Przemek, Pfalz D.XII is one of my favorites, I would like to see it live, I invite you to Bytom on the tenth festival, we are preparing a surprise for WNW fans .
Regards
Simon
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: xmald on December 09, 2012, 09:37:07 AM: Przemo it`s a true masterpiece! One of the most perfect models I`ve ever seen. YOU ROCK!
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: miecio52 on December 09, 2012, 06:10:29 PM: Congratulations for a very nice model, and I join the request of Szymon
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Dal Gavan on December 10, 2012, 04:11:56 PM: Beautiful work, Prez! I've just got this kit and I've enjoyed reading your build log. It's nice to see this finished, mate.

Dal.
Title: Re: Pfalz D.XII (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on December 11, 2012, 06:39:15 AM: Thank you, gentlemen.
I also thank for the invitation to Bytom contest. I will consider it seriously, though I cannot promise I will be there.