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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: Mike Norris (UK) on May 20, 2025, 07:45:54 PM

Title: 1:32nd scale Pfalz D.VIII
Post by: Mike Norris (UK) on May 20, 2025, 07:45:54 PM

Hi all,
This is the 'Aviattic' 1:32nd scale Pfalz D.VIII of Vzfw. Heinrich Forstmann of Kest 1a, operating from Mannheim-Sandhofen during October 1918.

Forum build log:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14935.0 (https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14935.0)

The fully detailed PDF build log of this model can be downloaded from the 'Build Logs' page on my web site.

https://mikesww1aircraftmodels.com/ (https://mikesww1aircraftmodels.com/)

Mike

(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/PFALZ0DVIII/shots1000/comp1.jpg)

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Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Pfalz D.VIII
Post by: Alexis on May 21, 2025, 02:38:10 AM

Beautiful work Mike on a real cool subject . Love the weathering as always , the right amount of balance .


Alexis

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Pfalz D.VIII
Post by: PrzemoL on May 21, 2025, 06:49:22 AM

Gorgeous.

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Pfalz D.VIII
Post by: bobs_buckles on May 21, 2025, 08:13:44 AM

Excellent finish, Mike.
Very nice  ;)

BB

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Pfalz D.VIII
Post by: gedmundson on May 21, 2025, 08:24:33 AM

Very nicely done, Mike. Excellent job in all aspects.

Lance C. and myself were looking at my build this past weekend at our local show, and my wings almost seemed to have a slight sag in them (built a year ago) both upper and lower. Just checked with a straight edge and yup - droopy. Not sure if the resin has settled over time? Strange.

Cheers,
Gary

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Pfalz D.VIII
Post by: Mike Norris (UK) on May 21, 2025, 09:45:40 AM

Quote from: gedmundson on May 21, 2025, 08:24:33 AM

Very nicely done, Mike. Excellent job in all aspects.

Lance C. and myself were looking at my build this past weekend at our local show, and my wings almost seemed to have a slight sag in them (built a year ago) both upper and lower. Just checked with a straight edge and yup - droopy. Not sure if the resin has settled over time? Strange.

Cheers,
Gary

Hi Gary,
Yes 3D printed or cast resin will usually run the risk of sag on wings.
If it's 3D printed, they can be too flimsy from the get go.
If they're cast resin, it's weight that cause problems.
The Aviattic kit does mention during wing fit to be wary of anhedral during assembly.
My model does have very slight wing droop, so time will tell I guess,

Mike

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Pfalz D.VIII
Post by: NigelR on May 21, 2025, 05:53:28 PM

Lovely job all round on this one Mike, a really good build and great presentation as always. I'm sure many people will find your build log very helpful as well.

FWIW my Pfalz also has a slight wing droop. But it does get transported to a fair few shows which probably doesn't do it much good......

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Pfalz D.VIII
Post by: macsporran on May 21, 2025, 08:30:52 PM

Beautifully done.
Sandy

(bit concerning re droop on such short stubby wings)

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale Pfalz D.VIII
Post by: Allan31 on May 31, 2025, 06:43:08 AM

Nice job Mike.
You've captured the brutally efficient machine perfectly.