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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Under Construction => Topic started by: Mike Norris (UK) on April 20, 2024, 03:39:47 AM
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Hi all,
As I specifically build 1:32nd scale aircraft, I wanted to see how a smaller scale model would be to build.
So I've started on an 'Eduard' Sopwith F.1 Camel (Bentley) (kit 8485).
Suffice to say it's much smaller than I thought it would be.
So it presents it's own challenges, not least trying to get half decent photographs!!.
I've used the 'Barracuda Studios' resin seat.
I've also added bracing and control rigging as well as additional pipework etc.
I don't know why as obviously it's virtually impossible to see.
Mike
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/pit1.jpg)
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/pit2.jpg)
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/pit3.jpg)
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/pit4.jpg)
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/pit5.jpg)
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/pit6.jpg)
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Mike,
What a beautiful build. Clean, complete cockkpit, just like the big boys. Thank you for posting.
Dennis
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a ittle gem!
ciao
edo
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Great idea! As I've yet to build a 1/32 Camel while I've built three of these Eduard models, it'll be interesting to see what you might point out during your build.
I don't know why as obviously it's virtually impossible to see.
You are absolutely right about that, but it sure looks great. If you're using the upper wing with the larger opening, then one can see fairly much of the cockpit.
Cheers
Fredrik
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As I specifically build 1:32nd scale aircraft, I wanted to see how a smaller scale model would be to build.
:o :o :o
I've also added bracing and control rigging as well as additional pipework etc.
I don't know why as obviously it's virtually impossible to see.
There's your answer! Even 1/48 is a bit teeny tiny these days :) Mind you, it's hard to see in the Camel cockpit anyway.
Seriosuly, a very nice start. Dave Hooper tells me the new Camels are lovely models and you've made a great start on this one. What I can see looks really good.
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Hi all,
I've finished the 1:32nd scale Airco De-Havilland DH.2.
Also, I'm waiting for the next kit to arrive, the 1:32nd scale Thulin K.
So in the meantime, I'm continuing on with this model.
Sopwith Camel, Serial D3328 of No.209 Squadron, RAF, flown by Lt. Wilfrid Reid "Wop" May.
This was the aircraft May flew in the combat of the 21st April 1918, during which Manfred von Richthofen was killed.
Mike
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/lowwingon.jpg)
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Hi all,
Just a quick update as I was away last week.
Wood effects have been applied.
I used 'Windsor & Newton' Alkyd oil paints.
Raw Umber, Raw Sienna and Burnt Sienna,
Mike
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/wood.jpg)
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Beautiful cockpit, Mike.
I'm looking forward to seeing more updates.
Cheers,
BB ;)
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Herr von B took the words from my mouth! Lovely work so far Mike.
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Coming along nicely, the wood effects are spot on.
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Hats off to you for downscaling (or is it upscaling?) : I've bought a few two-seaters in 1/48 with a view to space saving, but I'm afraid I've lost enthusiasm and sold them off again. The range of figures in 1/32 also keeps me locked in as I like a pilot beside his machine and 1/48 is much more limited (as are my figure skills!)
Lovely detail work and I'm intrigued at the choice of the super-lucky Wop May - nice subject.
I'll enjoy seeing the finished article.
Sandy
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Hi all,
The kit decals have been applied.
Being 'Eduard' I tried the method of removing the transparent carrier film once the decals had set.
It worked by rubbing over the decal using white spirits with a cotton bud.
However, too much rubbing can remove the decal as well.
Too risky, so I just applied the decals in the usual way.
Now its onto weathering before I start the pre-rigging!!
Mike
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/dec1.jpg)
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Nice work Mike,
Interesting to watch this build come along.
I built the original Eduard Camel many years ago and have the Profipak (Dual Pack) in my stash.
I also have a couple of the new version sitting waiting as well.
I recall the original went together very easily. Only the Cabane struts needed shortening to avoid an upward curve in the center of the upper main plane.
After February when my shed build gets finished (major renos going on around here at the moment. All sorts of projects are on hold while the existing garage is used for storage), I hope to get back to modelling in all forms (Kit, scratch, flying models etc).
Cheers,
Hugh
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That's looking very good and ready for some grime.... I've read various things about those Eduard decals which seem to confuse and confound a lot of people. Those look ok so I think you made the right decision.
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I wonder what serial number you'll be giving this Mike.
Corgi etc have May's Camel as D3326 but the Camel File from Air Britain (The Bible as far as I'm concerned) has it as D3328.
I wonder what's in the Eduard kit.
Sandy
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Hi all,
Weathering applied using 'Flory Models' Dark Dirt wash.
Overspayed with 'Alclad' Light Sheen (ALC-311).
Now its onto the pre-rigging!!
Mike
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/weather1.jpg)
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/weather2.jpg)
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I wonder what serial number you'll be giving this Mike.
Corgi etc have May's Camel as D3326 but the Camel File from Air Britain (The Bible as far as I'm concerned) has it as D3328.
I wonder what's in the Eduard kit.
Sandy
Hi Sandy,
This aircraft was indeed Serial No.D3228.
Below is what 'Eduard' say about this aircraft.
Camel D3328 was built at the Clayton Shuttleworth factory and served with No. 9(N) Sqn RNAS from March 12, 1918.
The unit was redesignated No. 209 Sqn RAF from April 1, 1918.
On April 21,1918, "Wop" May was flying this Camel during the epic dogfight, which ended with the death of Manfred von Richthofen.
May was the pilot the Red Baron attacked before he himself was hit by fire from Capt. Brown, ground machine gunners, or both.
There is no photo of the whole aircraft.
One close-up photo shows May in the cockpit of the aircraft with the LUCY inscription.
The photo was taken in the second half of April, it is therefore possible that D3328 was so named.
In another photograph, the first in the line of the No. 209 Sqn Camels is an aircraft with a combination of white fuselage stripes and a fuselage cockade.
Some Camels of the Squadron only had stripes on the fuselage, we opted for a more attractive version for the D3328.
The serial numbers of the aircraft, which had them painted on the fin, disappeared under the red color paint, which along with the red nose was the squadron's distinctive coloring.
Mike
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Excellent stuff, Mike.
FYI here is the rest of the Camel's story, from the Air-Britain File
Cheers
S
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Hi Sandy,
As this model is 1:48th scale, I'll not be writing a build log (just for 1:32nd scale models).
However, this is interesting information - thanks.
I have the Air Britain edition for the SE5, but not the Camel,
Mike
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Hi all,
The interplane and cabane struts are fitted.
Also the windscreen, gun sight and gun cooling jackets fitted.
Landing gear bracing wires fitted and upper wing pre-rigged with 0.12 mm diameter mono-filament.
Next is to fit the upper wing onto the struts,
Mike
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/prerig.jpg)
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Good progress Mike, that is looking very nice indeed.
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Great progress.
One doubt, though - the interplane struts were dead parallel in Camel and in your model they seem not to be.
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Great progress.
One doubt, though - the interplane struts were dead parallel in Camel and in your model they seem not to be.
Hi PrzemoL,
It does look that way in that photograph.
However, the struts were only partially cemented in the lower wing until the upper wing was located.
With the upper wing fitted, the struts were fully cemented.
As you can see the struts are all correct,
Mike
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/topon1.jpg)
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It is indeed excellent, the earlier photo must have been distorted.
Again - great progress, Mike!
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Looking very good Mike, I do like the wood tones on this one. Very nice.
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Hi all,
The aircraft model is complete.
Rigged with 0.08 mm diameter mono-filament.
I added tie down rings to the lower wings.
Also the pitot static tubes and pipe from the Rotherham pump on the landing gear.
Now onto the figures and display case,
Mike
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/done1.jpg)
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/done2.jpg)
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/done3.jpg)
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Lovely job Mike, that's turned out really well. Nice job on a nice kit!
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Hi all,
The 1/48th scale figures are completed.
Both are from 'Model Cellar',
Mike
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/148CAMEL/figs.jpg)
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Hi all,
The completed model is now in the 'Completed Models' page.
Thanks for your support and comments throughout this build,
Mike