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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: Mike Norris (UK) on December 07, 2022, 01:04:28 AM

Title: 1:32nd scale Sopwith 5F.1 'Dolphin'
Post by: Mike Norris (UK) on December 07, 2022, 01:04:28 AM: Hi all,
Sopwith 5F.1 ‘Dolphin’, Serial No: C4131 of No.79 Squadron RAF during June 1918.

The full build log can be found here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13414.0

As usual there's a fully detailed build log in Adobe PDF format which can be downloaded from my website.
Click on the PDF icon on the 'Logs' page on the website.

Once again, thanks for your comments and support,

Mike

(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-DOLPHIN/shots/D1.jpg)

(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-DOLPHIN/shots/D2.jpg)

(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-DOLPHIN/shots/D3.jpg)

(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-DOLPHIN/shots/D4.jpg)

(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-DOLPHIN/shots/D5.jpg)

(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-DOLPHIN/shots/D6.jpg)

(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-DOLPHIN/shots/D7.jpg)

(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-DOLPHIN/shots/D8.jpg)

(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-DOLPHIN/shots/D9.jpg)

(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/SOPWITH-DOLPHIN/shots/D10.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Sopwith 5F.1 'Dolphin'
Post by: lcarroll on December 07, 2022, 01:25:27 AM: WOW!!!
You have really outdone yourself on this one Mike, a beautiful model and I am particularly impressed with the flawless execution of those fabric decals. I've used them on numerous builds and really compliment you on the "seamless" results. What do you use for trimming off excess and fitting together of the different panels? I like the effect however have never been able to achieve the results you display here.
Really well done!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Sopwith 5F.1 'Dolphin'
Post by: Bluesfan on December 07, 2022, 02:18:03 AM: Perfect, just excellent :)
I've come to love the Dolphin and this is a fabulous showpiece for it!
Love your work on the figures too

Mark
Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Sopwith 5F.1 'Dolphin'
Post by: PrzemoL on December 07, 2022, 02:24:41 AM: Absolutely spectacular model, Mike. Yes, keep them coming to our joy!
Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Sopwith 5F.1 'Dolphin'
Post by: Mike Norris (UK) on December 07, 2022, 02:33:27 AM: Quote from: lcarroll on December 07, 2022, 01:25:27 AM
WOW!!!
You have really outdone yourself on this one Mike, a beautiful model and I am particularly impressed with the flawless execution of those fabric decals. I've used them on numerous builds and really compliment you on the "seamless" results. What do you use for trimming off excess and fitting together of the different panels? I like the effect however have never been able to achieve the results you display here.
Really well done!
Cheers,
Lance

Hi Lance,
Thanks.
It depends on the type of 'Aviattic' decals used.
As you know, some are supplied as 'cookie' cut decals.
These are effectively pre-shaped and should fit the model without any edge overlaps.
However, I've found some do overlap slightly, depending on how the model has been built.
In this case I will trim the relevant decal edge with a shielded razor blade to remove the offending overlap edge.
As these decals will stretch to a certain degree, they can be persuaded to join up at the edges if necessary.
The other type of supplied decal are the one-piece strip or A4 decal sheets, which are not 'cookie' cut to shape.
In this case I'll cut paper or tissue templates for the various areas of the model.
Then it's a case of applying a decal and then checking the next template against it and adjusting the template as necessary.
For fuselages I'll decal the side first followed by the top and undersides.
Wings are usually covered from three separate decals, carefully aligned at the joins.

Mike.
Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Sopwith 5F.1 'Dolphin'
Post by: lone modeller on December 07, 2022, 08:01:54 AM: I echo everything that Lance has written: a superb model and figures. Outstanding.

Stephen.
Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Sopwith 5F.1 'Dolphin'
Post by: RichieW on December 07, 2022, 09:06:53 AM: Another agreement with all of the above. As someone who always struggles with decals I find it quite stunning what you manage to achieve with them. Brilliant model! 👏

Richie
Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Sopwith 5F.1 'Dolphin'
Post by: DaveB on December 07, 2022, 07:39:50 PM: Another masterpiece from your stable, Mike!

Regards

Dave
Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Sopwith 5F.1 'Dolphin'
Post by: Mike Norris (UK) on December 08, 2022, 07:16:55 PM: Hi all,
I thought I'd mention that while I was building this 'Dolphin', I was reminded of our 'Des'.
Sadly he passed away during his build of this model.
His part finished build log is still up on his web site.

https://www.ww1aircraftmodels.com/page59.html

Mike
Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Sopwith 5F.1 'Dolphin'
Post by: RAGIII on December 11, 2022, 04:07:07 AM: I thought I had commented so must do so now :o Lovely work as always Mike. I am certain I mentioned the figures in your log but I will repeat here. Two of the best I have seen you do!
RAGIII
Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Sopwith 5F.1 'Dolphin'
Post by: dr 1 ace on December 11, 2022, 08:02:31 AM: Quote from: RAGIII on December 11, 2022, 04:07:07 AM
I thought I had commented so must do so now :o Lovely work as always Mike. I am certain I mentioned the figures in your log but I will repeat here. Two of the best I have seen you do!
RAGIII

So says Amigo #2

Ed
Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Sopwith 5F.1 'Dolphin'
Post by: Tim Mixon on December 11, 2022, 08:50:04 AM: Such a beautiful build! I am awestruck over how realistic you have made the fabric decals look. Awesome work with the figures as well.
Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Sopwith 5F.1 'Dolphin'
Post by: gedmundson on December 11, 2022, 08:55:14 AM: I have to say - spectacular work on the entire project, Mike. Very inspiring work in each and every aspect.
Cheers,
Gary