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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Under Construction => Topic started by: Snowbird3a on October 30, 2024, 12:06:02 PM

Title: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: Snowbird3a on October 30, 2024, 12:06:02 PM

got a good start to this project and paused to take a few in-progress snaps.   A step I usually forget until it's too late.

Using the Kagero/Techmod decal sheet and for reference the excellent Ace Profile No3 by James F Miller

wood grain by the Tamiya Deck Tan/Burnt Sienna oil paint trick, propeller done similarly but with judicious use of thin strips of masking tape and a dip in the Tamiya Clear Yellow.  The seat is from Barracuda with kit PE belt extensions.

I may forego the Woodgrain Decals for the exterior and just continue with the Deck Tan/Burnt Sienna method (we shall see)

Tony


 (http://i.imgur.com/Yx5rKLU.jpg) (https://imgur.com/Yx5rKLU)
(http://i.imgur.com/ANlgQSO.jpg) (https://imgur.com/ANlgQSO)
(http://i.imgur.com/93JxkhC.jpg) (https://imgur.com/93JxkhC)
(http://i.imgur.com/oyNfVcy.jpg) (https://imgur.com/oyNfVcy)

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: NigelR on October 30, 2024, 07:15:47 PM

Very nice start, that's a great looking engine and interior. Looking forward to seeing more....

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: gedmundson on October 30, 2024, 11:48:49 PM

Nice work there, Bro! Your woodgrain turned out very well indeed.
Cheers!
Gary

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: Vickers on October 31, 2024, 04:27:28 AM

Very nice interior and propeller, Snowbird3a. Well detailed and the colors look spot on!

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: Brad Cancian on October 31, 2024, 05:29:52 PM

Great work Tony - the wood effect looks excellent!

Looking forward to seeing more!

Cheers,

BC

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: Snowbird3a on November 21, 2024, 03:22:39 AM

A couple more in progress pics here;
the wings were given a coat of very light blue, them masked , then a overspray of a 'darker' more accurate light blue.   The contrast is more apparent in these pics than is is in real life.
 (http://i.imgur.com/qLY6q5W.jpg) (https://imgur.com/qLY6q5W)
(http://i.imgur.com/Wh6GNs1.jpg) (https://imgur.com/Wh6GNs1)
The fuselage was sprayed with Tamiya Deck Tan, given a coat of Future then brushed with Burnt Sienna oils, then sealed with more Future.
(http://i.imgur.com/UBCNUGG.jpg) (https://imgur.com/UBCNUGG)
(http://i.imgur.com/cyNEVsB.jpg) (https://imgur.com/cyNEVsB)

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: NigelR on November 21, 2024, 07:13:11 PM

Nice work Tony, this is progressing well and is going to be a cracker when done. The wood looks very nice, very effective use of oils. No need for decals IMO.

Hope you had a good trip back from SMW, it was a pleasure to meet up with you there.

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: gedmundson on November 22, 2024, 06:20:58 AM

Good progress, bro! I find oil paints are a bit tedious to work with because of their drying times...but it does allow one to get busy on other sub-assemblies & projects whilst waiting to progress the build.
Cheers,
Gary

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: Snowbird3a on December 14, 2024, 01:23:04 PM

laid down some decals today and continue on with the weathering

(https://i.imgur.com/3fo77o9.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/SbLEN7L.jpg)

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: gedmundson on December 14, 2024, 04:04:02 PM

Looking nice, Bro...the re-done fuselage wood grain turned out very well indeed.
Cheers,
Gary

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: NigelR on December 14, 2024, 07:53:51 PM

That is looking very nice indeed Tony. I thought the wood grain looked good before but it is even better now. I love the way you have handled all the details and the prop looks very nice as well. This is going to be a lovely build when it's done.

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: Snowbird3a on December 22, 2024, 10:45:32 AM

now starts the pre-rigging before the upper wing is attached; (prop is only hanging)

(https://i.imgur.com/FLVFjQ0.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/cZC7Wto.jpg)

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: Brad Cancian on December 22, 2024, 12:45:38 PM

This is turning into a real masterpiece Tony! Von Richthofen would give you a nod of approval, I am sure!

What paints did you use for the upper side colours? They look very good.

Do I also spy some replaced wheels (Barracuda)? I agree the kit ones are a bit small (not as bad as in their D.III kit, but still too small). The right sized wheels really adds to the look.

Cheers!

BC

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: NigelR on December 22, 2024, 08:45:54 PM

Ooh yes, this is coming together very nicely!!

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: Monty on December 22, 2024, 10:51:22 PM

This is really great build coming together well! Lovely wood and metal shades, Tony! We're looking forward to more! Regards, Marc

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: Snowbird3a on January 11, 2025, 04:09:00 PM

getting very close to the finish line;  a few tweaks and some tiny touch ups to go

(http://i.imgur.com/TwrSGNB.jpg) (https://imgur.com/TwrSGNB)
(http://i.imgur.com/0O5vSOw.jpg) (https://imgur.com/0O5vSOw)
(http://i.imgur.com/J8YQWOT.jpg) (https://imgur.com/J8YQWOT)
(http://i.imgur.com/jaz6ExV.jpg) (https://imgur.com/jaz6ExV)
(http://i.imgur.com/hVJ351z.jpg) (https://imgur.com/hVJ351z)

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: NigelR on January 11, 2025, 07:58:08 PM

Absolutely delightful Tony. I really like your subtle shading and weathering effects. Enough to create a really good visual impression but not over the top. Lovely stuff!

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: Borsos on January 11, 2025, 08:04:57 PM

Nicely done!

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: Monty on January 12, 2025, 08:04:18 PM

A lovely build! Full of character! Well done, Marc

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: KiwiZac on January 18, 2025, 01:56:32 PM

Delightful is an excellent word for this build. Bravo!

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: Vickers on January 18, 2025, 11:04:46 PM

Congratulations on your beautiful rendition of this famous early Albatros, Snowbird3a. Well done!

Title: Re: 1/48 Eduard Albatros DII done as D.491/16
Post by: RAGIII on January 19, 2025, 04:08:34 AM

Beautiful results! I love the wood tone and the colors of the camo wings!
RAGIII