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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: PrzemoL on August 22, 2024, 07:34:10 AM

Title: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: PrzemoL on August 22, 2024, 07:34:10 AM
Build with dedication to the undying memory of Dave Wilson - blue skies my friend.

Aviattic kit - a great boxing, a combination of carefully designed resin, 3D print, photoetch, textile and fantastic decals, well worth every praise already raised all around, let mine be added as well. Many thanks to Richard for bringing this one to the ww1 aviation modellers' world.

My modifications:
- polishing of 3D print traces all around the main elements
- removal of overdone leading and trailing edge raised details on the wings
- carved Wotan propeller from KoTeBi veneers
- electric wires in SH engine
- ingition key chain
- fuel, oil and electric lnstallations in the cockpit
- Gaspatch turnbuckles (I had the basic version without those, besides I do not like resin ones offered - I prefer the 3D print metal ones for their strength)

Time for the photos...

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Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: gedmundson on August 22, 2024, 11:01:25 AM
Absolutely gorgeous work - I really am impressed. It's a tough build, and you really turned out a beautiful result.
Cheers,
Gary
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: Will Levesley on August 22, 2024, 04:37:13 PM
That is absolutely stunning!  The propellor is a work of art in itself.
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: macsporran on August 22, 2024, 05:03:35 PM
Absolutely wonderful model, Prze. Congratulations on one of the best builds bar none. I was going to ask about the propellor during construction but was afraid you'd say it was a commercially available one (which I always think is a bit of a cop out). But that you have carved it from veneers is exceptional. It alone is worthy of a prize!
Marvelous.
Sandy
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: NigelR on August 22, 2024, 06:09:12 PM
Superb work Przem, such lovely, precise modelling and nice subtle weathering. The end result looks stunning, you should be very proud of this one. I really enjoyed scrolling through the pictures.

I am not usually a fan of carved props because the grain can sometimes look overscale, but yours looks absolutely superb and very convincing. Again, a real testament to your modelling skills.

Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: hadzi on August 22, 2024, 10:19:12 PM
Superb work Przemek! What next?
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: lcarroll on August 22, 2024, 10:45:55 PM
    Absolutely magnificent Prze, a standout amongst your spectacular productions over the years, in fact your best yet again! It's all here to marvel at, detail, unique scheme, and finish and just the perfect touch of subtle weathering. My eyes were immediately drawn to that hand carved 4 blade Wotan propeller, superb work. I know because I did one myself years back for the Roden D.III and can really appreciate your results, it's a real test of patience and skills! Good choice on the rigging hardware as well, I'm a great fan of the metal buckles and in the smaller scale.
    Hearty congratulations on an exceptional and truly impressive model!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: lone modeller on August 23, 2024, 03:31:19 AM
What can I add? I agree that the prop is a true masterpiece - wonderful carving skill on show there. The colour scheme is truly striking and the small details and subtle weathering take this to an exceptional level. Many congratulations.

Stephen.
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: DaveB on August 23, 2024, 03:53:04 AM
Always a pleasure to view your work, Prez and this one is well up to your very high standards of workmanship.

Love your carved prop.

Regards

Dave
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: RAGIII on August 23, 2024, 05:24:15 AM
What can I add? I agree that the prop is a true masterpiece - wonderful carving skill on show there. The colour scheme is truly striking and the small details and subtle weathering take this to an exceptional level. Many congratulations.

Stephen.

Yep, Stephen has said it all !
RAGIII
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: PrzemoL on August 23, 2024, 07:50:37 PM
Many thanks, everyone, for your kind welcome to this model!
I see that everyone is liking the propeller - thank you! But I think that carving it from precut veneers is doable for anyone. I can strongly recommend those KoTeBi sets - there are already quite a few of them available.

... I was going to ask about the propellor during construction but was afraid you'd say it was a commercially available one (which I always think is a bit of a cop out). But that you have carved it from veneers is exceptional. It alone is worthy of a prize!
Marvelous.
Sandy

Sandy, the carving procedure was reported early in the build log, starting from here :) https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14419.msg266501#msg266501

Superb work Przemek! What next?

PWS-26 :)

Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: FokkerFodder on August 24, 2024, 01:30:56 AM
Fantastic job and a really unique scheme. The work you put into the prep stages really shines through in the flawless finishes!
Cheers
Matt
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: P.P. on August 24, 2024, 07:28:44 PM
Fantastic build in every detail. And the colour scheme itself is great. Congrats!
Regards,
P
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: Dirigible-Al on August 25, 2024, 07:31:10 AM
I really don't know how you do it time and time again. I think I've said every nice thing there is to say about all your incredible builds already and here's another one!
Alan.
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: Brad Cancian on August 25, 2024, 08:51:18 AM
I have only one word... Stunning! A beautiful tribute to Dave.

Your work continues to inspire us all Prze - never stop!  ;D

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: PrzemoL on August 25, 2024, 05:52:55 PM
Many thanks, gentlemen!  :)
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on August 28, 2024, 02:29:21 PM
Just gorgeous!  I assume you have seen the modern flying replica complete with a SH engine!  It's amazing.

Really, really beautiful job.  I always look to your builds for inspiration and I'll have to add this one to the list... ;)

Dan
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: PrzemoL on August 28, 2024, 08:44:25 PM
Just gorgeous!  I assume you have seen the modern flying replica complete with a SH engine!  It's amazing.

Really, really beautiful job.  I always look to your builds for inspiration and I'll have to add this one to the list... ;)

Dan

Thank you!
I have seen a short movie with Mikael Carlson's replica flying. Maybe one day I will have a chance to see it in real.
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: DaddyO on August 28, 2024, 08:56:34 PM
Wowzer!  :o 8)

You didn't take long with that one Prze and it looks gorgeous. I'm especially fond of the carved prop, but then I am slightly biased that way  ;) Given their short service life I'm surprised at the number of different attractive schemes that are possible; love the one you've chosen.

Paul
Title: Re: Pfalz D.VIII (1/32, Aviattic, H. Auffarth)
Post by: PrzemoL on September 11, 2024, 09:12:53 PM
Wowzer!  :o 8)

You didn't take long with that one Prze and it looks gorgeous. I'm especially fond of the carved prop, but then I am slightly biased that way  ;) Given their short service life I'm surprised at the number of different attractive schemes that are possible; love the one you've chosen.

Paul

Thank you, Paul  :)

You have made a good point, indeed the abundance of colourful schemes in this type is surprising. Yet, it is great for us modellers, we have so many to choose from!