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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: PrzemoL on November 17, 2023, 01:55:24 AM

Title: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 17, 2023, 01:55:24 AM
Here is the gallery of my newest build - one of the very first true fighters/scouts, flown in July 1915 by K Wintgens attached to FFA6b.

The WNW model was very easy to build and as accurate as possible. I have replaced the engine with the amazing Taurus Models resin, the propeller is carved from Kotebi veneers, turnbuckles are metal Gaspatch ones. And just today I realized I had bought the HGW textile seatbelts but forgot to use them. If anyone is interested in getting those - just let me know.

Enough of words, here are the photos.

(https://i.ibb.co/DfZtz79/foke1-01.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/bR5Qzbd/foke1-02.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/bPqxjdf/foke1-03.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/yygVTvb/foke1-04.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/WPNbZVk/foke1-05.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/PMcVCy8/foke1-06.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/Jqty78R/foke1-07.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/ySrYLtB/foke1-08.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/fC61cTr/foke1-09.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/fFx7gYh/foke1-10.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/LQxb0fx/foke1-11.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/WvMjwkj/foke1-12.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/Bqn4ft5/foke1-13.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/QJMmLDb/foke1-14.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/jk9v6YQ/foke1-15.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/qrJQ7R0/foke1-16.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/WFvhc0N/foke1-17.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/SsQGfwX/foke1-18.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/mXS33y3/foke1-19.jpg)
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: DaveB on November 17, 2023, 03:44:54 AM
Brilliant, Prez -

Nothing to criticise here and your usual high standard of workmanship is evident.

Regards

Dave
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: KiwiZac on November 17, 2023, 06:06:55 AM
Another gorgeous build Prze, it looks perfect to me in every way. The build updates made me want an E.III and I still do.

You say you didn't use the HGW belts - what did you use?
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: acewwi on November 17, 2023, 06:10:46 AM
BRAVO Prez,
I always like your clean work.
Spyros
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: gedmundson on November 17, 2023, 07:39:55 AM
As usual Prze, your finished model is superbly built and painted. Congratulations on a very inspirational piece of work. I'm sure those HGW seat belts work work nicely in your next Fokker E-type  ;)
Cheers,
Gary
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Tim Mixon on November 17, 2023, 11:44:49 AM
So nicely done Prze. Very realistic paintwork.
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 17, 2023, 08:57:32 PM
Thank you, everyone  :)

You say you didn't use the HGW belts - what did you use?

I used the PE belts form the kit PE fret. Very decent ones to be honest.  ;)

... I'm sure those HGW seat belts work work nicely in your next Fokker E-type  ;)
Cheers,
Gary

The point is that I do not have any other Eindecker kit. And as I wrote in the build log - I am not keen on the type so this one will almost certainly be my only 32nd scale Eindecker model. So, my offer for the sale of the HGW seatbelts set stands  ;)
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: hadzi on November 18, 2023, 10:33:19 PM
Gorgeous build Przemek! What next? WWI or something Polish?
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Dutch522 on November 18, 2023, 11:28:48 PM
Magnificent work, Prze. I've been deeply invovled in researching the whole Eindecker tribe for the past few weeks, and will be starting this kit when (and if) I ever manage to finish the Amodel N.16. I'll be referring to this thread many times when I do, I’m sure.

All best,

Dutch
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: macsporran on November 19, 2023, 12:02:56 AM
Lovely model, Prze, beautiful subtle staining on the canvas. Work of art.
I hadn't reaiised how different the E.I would look with it's stubby wings compared to later E models, but you really do need this 'un in any proper collection of Fokkers!
Nice
Sandy
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 20, 2023, 06:27:54 AM
Thank you.

Gorgeous build Przemek! What next? WWI or something Polish?

Both  ;) A classic WW1 type in Polish markings Alb. D.III "The Dane"
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: KiwiZac on November 21, 2023, 05:01:43 AM
You say you didn't use the HGW belts - what did you use?
I used the PE belts form the kit PE fret. Very decent ones to be honest.  ;)
Aha! You could've fooled me! I hope the HGW set finds a good home.
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: dr 1 ace on November 22, 2023, 05:11:27 AM
Beautiful, as usual !!!

Ed
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Brad Cancian on November 22, 2023, 05:52:06 PM
Lovely as always! Top shelf!

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: hadzi on November 26, 2023, 07:41:05 PM
Thank you.

Gorgeous build Przemek! What next? WWI or something Polish?

Both  ;) A classic WW1 type in Polish markings Alb. D.III "The Dane"

Perfect, remember that the left aileron comes from another plane and has a moved cross.
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Umlaufmotor on November 26, 2023, 11:48:57 PM
@PrzemoL
Superb and well-built Fokker E.I
It is very rare to see the E.I with raised wings.
And no drooping wings, also very rarely seen  ;)

This little Eindekker-bird, also the 5/15 with higher mounted wings, is also waiting to be completed (lying like this for 9 years to my shame) on my shelf. Current state of construction 50%

Servus
Bertl
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 28, 2023, 08:48:46 AM
Thank you, everyone.

Thank you.

Gorgeous build Przemek! What next? WWI or something Polish?

Both  ;) A classic WW1 type in Polish markings Alb. D.III "The Dane"

Perfect, remember that the left aileron comes from another plane and has a moved cross.

You are right, it is visible in the photo I included in the build log.

@PrzemoL
Superb and well-built Fokker E.I
It is very rare to see the E.I with raised wings.
And no drooping wings, also very rarely seen  ;)

This little Eindekker-bird, also the 5/15 with higher mounted wings, is also waiting to be completed (lying like this for 9 years to my shame) on my shelf. Current state of construction 50%

Servus
Bertl

I am looking forward to seeing you apply your usual magic to that build, Bertl.
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: pepperman42 on November 29, 2023, 12:26:28 AM
Incredible work that brings a very good kit to new heights!!

Steve
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on December 01, 2023, 11:08:17 PM
Thank you, Steve  :)
Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: ModelCellar on December 06, 2023, 12:37:33 PM
looks great!  I like the subtle weathering and shading.  And the metal cowling is really nice too.

Paul


Title: Re: Fokker E.I 5/15 FFA6b Kurt Wintgens (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on December 08, 2023, 12:07:05 AM
Thanks, Paul.