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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: Skyhook on February 28, 2025, 07:25:25 PM

Title: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
Post by: Skyhook on February 28, 2025, 07:25:25 PM

Hi!

So it is finally ready? the lighting for the photos was a bit harsh morning light, but it was the first opportunity here for a long time! The model followed closely to the building methods I described for my C.V/17. I chose the Li-built example because of the unusual mottled camouflage on the wings. I am happy about the cockpit details, but unfortunately the lighting conditions hid it all in darkness. I will photo them a bit later in more forgiving conditions.

Now to the self queen Ca.42, but there?s still the Albatros J.1 waiting for rigging. Let?s see which one makes to the work bench first?

Cheers, Skyhook

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Title: Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
Post by: NigelR on February 28, 2025, 07:28:17 PM

Well done, she looks very good. Good choice of scheme and excellent modelling work all round.

Title: Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
Post by: DaddyO on February 28, 2025, 09:58:21 PM

Lovely - great to see another unusual model in 'gentleman's scale'  :D

Paul

Title: Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
Post by: RAGIII on March 01, 2025, 12:21:02 AM

Outstanding scratchbuild! Lovely results all around!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
Post by: Rip Van Winkle on March 02, 2025, 01:50:10 AM

Beautiful result.  Hard to believe it is scratch built.

Title: Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
Post by: lone modeller on March 06, 2025, 07:46:36 AM

That is a type which is not often seen. Superb scratch build and in God's Own Scale which makes it even more special. Excellent build.

Stephen.

Title: Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
Post by: PlaneNutter on April 10, 2025, 04:22:27 PM

Very nicely done! Is the serial number hand painted on decal sheet? If so well done!

Title: Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
Post by: Skyhook on April 19, 2025, 03:36:07 AM

Thanks! It indeed is handpainted. But the clear carrier film I used, was a bit too thick and clearly visible as a ?panel? behind the serial. I think i will use just a layer or two of clear laquer next time.

Cheers, Skyhook

Title: Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
Post by: Flamingo on April 21, 2025, 06:37:02 PM

Nice model, a great scratchbuilt as usual!

But may I say your models deserve a better background for the photographs?

Cheers Joachim

Title: Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
Post by: Tim Mixon on April 22, 2025, 08:08:24 PM

Wonderful craftsmanship!  Excellent interior details. That observation decking looks very difficult to construct.
Well done!

Title: Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
Post by: enathan on April 22, 2025, 09:24:23 PM

Excellent! I have an affinity with the later Albatros C types and you've made a great job with this one.

Title: Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
Post by: DaveB on April 24, 2025, 02:27:19 AM

Really wonderful and scratch built to boot - well done!

Regards

Dave

Title: Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
Post by: gedmundson on April 24, 2025, 08:18:46 AM

Exceptional result on a very unique subject - congrats on your finished model.
Cheers,
Gary

Title: Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
Post by: torbiorn on April 29, 2025, 11:12:18 PM

Fantastic (as usual) looking model. The internals are tantalizing: the glimpses suggest nice details are hidden inside :)