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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Under Construction => Topic started by: Matti on May 05, 2021, 02:28:05 AM

Title: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 05, 2021, 02:28:05 AM

This is my new project, and my first Roden kit. I painted some lozenge pattern inside the fuselage halves with brush using Vallejo acrylics, lightly misting with highly diluted Tamiya buff to get that reverse fabric effect.

(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i/mattim37/IMG_20210504_190457.jpg?width=180&height=180&fit=bounds) (https://app.photobucket.com/u/mattim37/p/77cd62d0-eb65-4d02-ad56-19e30a124bcb)
(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i/mattim37/IMG_20210504_190509.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds) (https://app.photobucket.com/u/mattim37/p/a6871219-89b9-4ef8-a331-012cbc31d0f5)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: DaveB on May 05, 2021, 03:41:00 AM

Hello, Matti -

This Roden kit is a pretty good kit, so good choice.

Impressive start with your painted (reverse) lozenge.

Regards

Dave

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 05, 2021, 04:26:17 AM

Thank you :)

It seems to be a good kit, although i have read it has its flaws, mainly the decals that are tricky.

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: RAGIII on May 05, 2021, 04:57:31 AM

First I Love the subdued reverse Lozenge effect you painted! Next I think the one flaw I remember is that some Modification of either the fuselage or lower wings is needed to get the lower wings in place?
RAGIII

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: RichieW on May 05, 2021, 07:14:57 AM

Looking forward to seeing this come together Matti. I agree with Rick, the translucent effect of the lozenge showing through the cockpit walls is a lovely touch. I would never have thought of that.
.
Richie

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Alexis on May 05, 2021, 07:34:17 AM

Tagging along as this one unfolds ! Excellent job on painting the rev-loz !

It is the lower wing which will need sanding to get her to fit and make sure the engine mounts are center or you will have issues fitting the cowl panels and the outer wing struts are to short . But it is an excellent kit and I like it better then Eduards offering .


Alexis

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 05, 2021, 01:36:40 PM

Thank you all for positive comments & tips :-)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Fvdm on May 06, 2021, 01:30:02 AM

Nice kit. I like the painted lozenge on the fuselage.

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: lone modeller on May 06, 2021, 01:37:04 AM

That is a super rendition of the lozenge in the interior. Looking forward to seeing you perform more magic on this kit.

Stephen.

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Bughunter on May 06, 2021, 04:47:49 AM

Wow, hand painted lozenge sounds hardcore.

Quote from: RichieW on May 05, 2021, 07:14:57 AM

I agree with Rick, the translucent effect of the lozenge showing through the cockpit walls is a lovely touch. I would never have thought of that.

Aviattic offers invers printed, toned down sheets for that:
https://www.aviattic.co.uk/uploads/4/5/1/3/45139653/s889257479264688213_p47_i1_w1280.jpeg

Cheers,
Frank

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 07, 2021, 05:12:14 AM

Thanks quys :)
I am thinking to order Aviattic lozenge just in case if kits originals are just as bad i have tead they are.

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: RAGIII on May 07, 2021, 05:44:18 AM

Quote from: Matti on May 07, 2021, 05:12:14 AM

Thanks quys :)
I am thinking to order Aviattic lozenge just in case if kits originals are just as bad i have tead they are.

I would certainly advise that for the wing/ and fuselage if needed. I would repeat that I Love your painted and subdued interior lozenge!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: skeeterbuck on May 07, 2021, 10:08:19 PM

Quote from: Matti on May 07, 2021, 05:12:14 AM

Thanks quys :)
I am thinking to order Aviattic lozenge just in case if kits originals are just as bad i have tead they are.

They are, unfortunately.  :(

Chuck

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Fvdm on May 08, 2021, 12:47:59 AM

Quote from: skeeterbuck on May 07, 2021, 10:08:19 PM

Quote from: Matti on May 07, 2021, 05:12:14 AM

Thanks quys :)
I am thinking to order Aviattic lozenge just in case if kits originals are just as bad i have tead they are.

They are, unfortunately.  :(

Chuck

I can only agree with this.

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 08, 2021, 02:56:30 AM

I ordered 2 sets of Aviattic decals today, one for Fokker and one for Albatros, but i will try the Rodens offering first and see how they behave.

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 10, 2021, 01:16:51 AM

After celebrating my girlfriends birthday and the Mothers Day this weekend, i managed to steal some time for my project, cockpit parts are almost done, i made the seat cushion from Tamiya epoxy putty, buttons from plastic rivets, i also used seatbelts from Eduard pe set, from that same set i took the throttle lever and some instruments, only some touch ups remain and the fuselage halves can be glued together.
(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i/mattim37/IMG_20210509_180859.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds) (https://app.photobucket.com/u/mattim37/p/047ed7f3-4999-402c-9b42-067f8e7a2c5c)
(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i/mattim37/IMG_20210509_180822.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds) (https://app.photobucket.com/u/mattim37/p/ca6882ff-e0ed-478c-a149-7c80593e5cae)
(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i/mattim37/IMG_20210509_180835.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds) (https://app.photobucket.com/u/mattim37/p/9c8ed6c5-34bb-4bb3-9252-b88ca007b4bf)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: RAGIII on May 10, 2021, 01:29:48 AM

Gorgeous interior work! Looking Fantastic!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 10, 2021, 01:55:38 AM

Thank you :)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: RichieW on May 10, 2021, 06:46:21 AM

Lovely detailing, you must be very pleased with how this is going.

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Alexis on May 10, 2021, 07:47:39 PM

Nice work in the pit  :)


Alexis

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 11, 2021, 12:01:41 AM

Quote from: RichieW on May 10, 2021, 06:46:21 AM

Lovely detailing, you must be very pleased with how this is going.

Thanks!

I am quite pleased, wash is maybe too dark, i used Mig dark wash, usually i mix washes from oils.

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: gedmundson on May 11, 2021, 12:08:55 AM

Excellent work on your interior, Matti. That camo pattern on the interior walls turned out exceptionally well indeed.
Cheers,
Gary

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 11, 2021, 03:56:49 AM

Many thanks Gary :)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Monty on May 11, 2021, 03:59:53 AM

Really nice work on that cockpit, Matti! You have a sure touch and bring out the best! Regards, Marc.

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 12, 2021, 03:46:31 AM

Thank you :-)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: lone modeller on May 12, 2021, 04:51:39 AM

Super internal details. I just hope that most of them will be visible when you close up the fuselage.

Stephen.

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 12, 2021, 01:13:11 PM

Thanks :-)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Manni on May 12, 2021, 06:35:15 PM

Lovely work on the interieur, Matti. The seatbelts look great.
Bye,
Manni

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 13, 2021, 07:20:44 PM

Thanks Manni :)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 14, 2021, 01:51:57 AM

Fuselage halves and cowling pieces glued together. So far nearly every part in this kit has required trimming, even carving and constant test fitting before final assembly. Upper cowling pieces seem to need some extra work too to fit properly in place :-\

(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i/mattim37/IMG_20210513_184031.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds) (https://app.photobucket.com/u/mattim37/p/c6b016e9-81bb-4cfc-96e1-c51b303bcf1e)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: DaveB on May 14, 2021, 02:39:50 AM

Progressing, nicely, Matti -

Good work carried out in the cockpit.

Regards

Dave

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: RAGIII on May 14, 2021, 07:26:52 AM

Great progress! You may be facing construction challenges but you seem to be overcoming them in style!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 14, 2021, 05:25:34 PM

Quote from: RAGIII on May 14, 2021, 07:26:52 AM

Great progress! You may be facing construction challenges but you seem to be overcoming them in style!
RAGIII

Thanks!

I hope i will :-)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Fvdm on May 15, 2021, 03:56:37 PM

I think you are doing a great job, despite the extra challenges.

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 16, 2021, 04:37:53 PM

Thanks :-)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 18, 2021, 11:37:18 PM

Primer coat on today, some places need more filler and sanding, the thing in modelling i hate the most.
(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i/mattim37/IMG_20210518_162512.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds) (https://app.photobucket.com/u/mattim37/p/18aa6a1d-0c4b-46dc-ba00-cbf320d31e52)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: RAGIII on May 18, 2021, 11:51:18 PM

Excellent progress! I hate filling and sanding but once the primer/paint starts flowing I begin to like the Model again  ;D Speaking of  Filling and sanding did you have to do much to get the lower wing to fit?
RAGIII

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 19, 2021, 12:13:16 AM

I removed quite a bit of plastic to get that lower wing to fit, too much tbh  :) and had to use tape to get the right dihedral.

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Alexis on May 19, 2021, 04:51:55 AM

looking good Matti .


Alexis

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 20, 2021, 01:27:22 AM

Thanks :)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Manni on May 20, 2021, 01:38:23 AM

Absolute yes! I hate filling and sanding. I always manage to sand off details and still see every hole.
I cross my fingers for you.
Manni

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 20, 2021, 02:35:50 AM

Sounds familiar ;)
I use Vallejo plastic putty for smaller gaps, works perfectly and no sanding required.

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 27, 2021, 11:17:33 PM

I painted the fuselage  and primed the wings for the lozenge decals which arrived today :)
Some touch ups and clear coat on this evening and tomorrow i will start the decaling work.
(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i/mattim37/IMG_20210527_155259.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds) (https://app.photobucket.com/u/mattim37/p/da26a0fc-943d-46fa-81f4-446cae922176)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: RAGIII on May 28, 2021, 12:20:28 AM

Looking Terrific Matti! I am looking forward to seeing the lozenge go on.
RAGIII

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 28, 2021, 03:00:01 AM

Thank you!  :)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: DaveB on May 29, 2021, 01:33:16 AM

Looking wonderful so far, Matti -

Great to see some colour and markings on

Regards

Dave

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Alexis on May 29, 2021, 05:13:47 AM

Nice work Matti  :)


Alexis

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 29, 2021, 09:39:51 PM

Thank you both :)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 29, 2021, 09:44:25 PM

Aviattic decals went on smoothly,  only minor trimming was needed and Micro Sol and Set worked perfectly with them.
(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i/mattim37/IMG_20210529_133512.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds) (https://app.photobucket.com/u/mattim37/p/b6a1e891-7abe-47d6-a02e-e9884eb2d891)
(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i/mattim37/IMG_20210529_133523.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds) (https://app.photobucket.com/u/mattim37/p/8f62f41e-abe0-45cb-9616-37cb0edbdcff)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Alexis on May 30, 2021, 12:24:41 PM

Lozenge turned out great ! :)


Alexis

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Manni on May 30, 2021, 06:25:32 PM

Great work, Matti. Very nice scheme. Cool shading and the Lozenge looks perfect.
Bye Manni

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: RAGIII on May 30, 2021, 11:08:04 PM

The lozenge looks excellent Matti! Really taking shape!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on May 31, 2021, 01:25:27 AM

Thanks guys! :)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: RichieW on May 31, 2021, 06:56:36 AM

This is looking really striking Matti, what a beautiful scheme.

Richie

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on June 01, 2021, 01:36:05 AM

Thank yoy!

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Monty on June 04, 2021, 03:27:19 AM

I'm liking this a lot, Matti! Very neat work and a great scheme.... Regards, Marc.

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on June 05, 2021, 05:52:30 PM

Thanks Marc :-)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on June 08, 2021, 02:10:15 AM

Building this kit has been anything but enjoyable so far, today i battled with interplane struts, which needed trimming (surprise) to get them to align properly, how i wish Tamiya would make WW1 planes!
(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i/mattim37/IMG_20210607_183555.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds) (https://app.photobucket.com/u/mattim37/p/d4b3b438-e34b-41a4-9a25-ce8e15b95563)
(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i/mattim37/IMG_20210607_183732.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds) (https://app.photobucket.com/u/mattim37/p/c5802614-a9da-4de6-9845-0fafac46dc4b)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: RAGIII on June 08, 2021, 03:00:01 AM

No surprise but it looks like you mastered the fit of the struts! To Me it gives more satisfaction when I actually win the Battle...  8) Really looking Terrific!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: RichieW on June 08, 2021, 03:13:46 AM

You've clearly worked some magic and beaten the less than precise engineering of the kit. Despite not having fun it looks wonderful.

Richie

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on June 08, 2021, 04:11:25 AM

Thanks guys :)
Thinking positively, next Rodens Fokker is easier to build now that i know it's shortcomings.

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: RAGIII on June 08, 2021, 05:13:19 AM

Quote from: Matti on June 08, 2021, 04:11:25 AM

Thanks guys :)
Thinking positively, next Rodens Fokker is easier to build now that i know it's shortcomings.

I am sure it will be! Hopefully you are Smarter than Me and took notes on what you did  ;D
RAGIII

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Alexis on June 08, 2021, 05:57:34 AM

Even with the challenges within the kit , that looks really awesome !  :)


Alexis

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on June 09, 2021, 12:51:40 AM

Thank you Alexis :)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Matti on June 11, 2021, 05:49:07 PM

Finished the Fokker yesterday :) will add few pics to completed models gallery
(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i/mattim37/IMG_20210611_102751.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds) (https://app.photobucket.com/u/mattim37/p/ccd46d0d-5c26-406c-a026-8d11c5439d50)

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: RAGIII on June 11, 2021, 09:48:06 PM

Lovely Fokker! I am impressed by your rib and edge tapes. Well Done all around!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Roden 1/48 Fokker D.VII Albatros
Post by: Fvdm on June 15, 2021, 06:31:10 PM

I really like the scheme you did on this Fokker. Great job.