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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: lcarroll on May 03, 2012, 05:11:23 AM

Title: My latest build
Post by: lcarroll on May 03, 2012, 05:11:23 AM
Thought I`d post my latest which was completed last month. I want to verify the photo posting process and, if succesful, will follow up with a few more from my case.
This is the WNW SE5a modified to James McCudden`s 4891 with the True Details Conversion set and bits robbed from the Encore Kit. Decals a mish-mash of WNW, Pheon, and spares.
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_1350.jpg)
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_1348.jpg)
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_1346.jpg)
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_1332.jpg)
   And the cockpit with full flight control cables and various other scratchbuilt additions.
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_1354.jpg)
   I build exclusively in 1:32 now as a concession to age induced fat fingers and `the arms too short to see good`syndrome. Hope this gets thru.
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: GAJouette on May 03, 2012, 05:47:18 AM
  Lance,
It was great to follow your build thread over at Aeroscale. You work on the SE-5a is just as outstanding here as it was there.Congratulations my friend for one awesome project.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: My latest build-more photos
Post by: lcarroll on May 03, 2012, 06:09:37 AM
So there I was, previewing the second part of this and "bang', power bump and 2-3 second outage. Needless to say, I'll try again.
   This is Roden's DRI in MVR's 152/17 colors. Heine prop hand carved, decals from everywhere except the box (Including Pheon's excellent sheet) and lots of add-ons inside.
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_1053.jpg)
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_1039.jpg)
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_1052.jpg)
  And the prop:
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_1027.jpg)
    Last, a shot of initial WIP in the cockpit, don't mind the dust bits and dog hair!
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/Models%20Two/IMG_08261-1.jpg)
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/Models%20Two/IMG_08391.jpg)
    I have two others to follow if you can stand them!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: bobs_buckles on May 03, 2012, 06:21:19 AM
Stand them!?!!!!!!!!!

Get your finger out and get posting!   :D
Excellent Se & Dr

Thanks for sharing.
Von Buckle  ;)
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: Ian from Doncaster on May 03, 2012, 07:21:05 AM
Bring them on, please.! :)
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: Epeeman on May 03, 2012, 07:42:15 AM
Excellent!!!!

The standard of builds on show recently are just great.   The standard of your detail work is superb.

Dave
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: lcarroll on May 03, 2012, 08:39:01 AM
Thanks you Guys. Reality checks and confidence builders are so important in this hobby. Hey Von Buckle!......the "SE" has your DNA on it; your buckles have been a true boon to my efforts and there must be "hundreds" of the little beauties on her.
I'll try to get some photos of the Pup off shortly.
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: Chris Johnson on May 03, 2012, 08:43:22 AM
Very nice work here. Having just finished my own Dr.I, I can appreciate the extra work you've put into yours. Your streaking looks extremely good.

Cheers,

Chris
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: lcarroll on May 03, 2012, 09:05:33 AM
So here's Nick Carter's Pup. WNW's Naval version with Pheon Decals. Nose colour done in red vs. black after a lot of research.
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_07411.jpg)
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_07531.jpg)
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_07611.jpg)

and a shot of the cockpit during construction. This is by far the best kit I have ever had the pleasure to work on, just enjoyed her immensly from start to finish!
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_05561.jpg)
     I have one other in the new 1:32 collection, will post it later.
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: coyotemagic on May 03, 2012, 09:34:07 AM
Outstanding, Lance!  Gorgeous collection, you've got there.  I'm especially delighted to see McCudden's B4891 with the '6'.  Most people do 'G'.  I like this incarnation better.  It's how I intend to do my 1/48 Roden Hisso.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: GAJouette on May 03, 2012, 09:45:22 AM
  Lance,
Outstanding Fokker Tripe and Sopwith Pup my friend. Great to see these wonderful kites again.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: pepperman42 on May 03, 2012, 09:49:22 AM
Very nicely done!!!

Steve
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: lcarroll on May 03, 2012, 12:17:27 PM
Here's the forth and last that presently make up my "new" collection. The Roden Alb. DIII in Berthold's colours with Jasta 14 in early 1917. It was my first 1:32 project and turned into a long haul. Following lots of "self induced" fit problems and several disasters later she turned out pretty good. It's a good kit however takes a lot of attention and forethought. A lot of "firsts" for me on this one: first 1;32, first attempt at woodgrain, first time to try the old "hairspray chipping and weathering" trick and the list goes on. Lots of research required (especially on flight control rigging/layout)as well however the INet and great advice from members of another site saved the day.
   Here she is a year ago when completed:
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_05421.jpg)
  Three quarter front and a side shot:
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_05261.jpg)
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_05331-1.jpg)
     And a shot of the interior prior to buttoning her up:
(http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n583/lcarroll1/IMG_01791-1.jpg)
   So that's all for now; my present project is the WNW Albatros DV in Kurt Monnington's all black scheme for a GB on Aeroscale.. Going very slowly at present but overall well, I'll post a few photos when she's done.
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: Maxfinn on May 03, 2012, 01:33:21 PM
Great stuff Lance!

The pup will look great with the flight helmet next to it.

Mike
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: Des on May 03, 2012, 01:43:25 PM
All four models are truely excellent Lance, your attention to detail and overall finish on all models is superb, very well done and thanks for sharing.

Des.
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: Whiteknuckles on May 03, 2012, 08:40:13 PM
Beautiful work, the cockpits are stunning!!

Andrew
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: phs Paddy on May 03, 2012, 08:50:26 PM
What a privilege it is to be a member of this grand forum and get to enjoy all of the wonderful work found here.

Beautiful builds Lance. Well done sir!  :)

Paddy
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: Chris Johnson on May 03, 2012, 11:58:12 PM
You are an extremely talented modeller my friend! Beautiful cockpits.

Hmmm . . . now where did I put that crochet hook for my new hobby . . .

Cheers,

Chris
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: lcarroll on May 04, 2012, 12:43:01 AM
Thank you all Gents. As I said earlier, a real confidence builder given the quality of work displayed on this Forum!
Chris, I know the feeling. When the DIII had me tied up in knots I started to eye my Wife's Quilting table, it looked like a worthy "switch" by comparison.
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: mgunns on May 04, 2012, 02:10:19 AM
Hello Lance:

Truly great looking models.  I like them all, but the Albatros DIII is my favorite. 

Best

Mark
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: Pete Nottingham on May 04, 2012, 02:56:42 AM
Some excellent models there Lance, really superb work, well done.

cheers

Pete.
Title: Re: My latest build
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on May 04, 2012, 09:27:29 AM
Wow, Lance.  Don't know what to add!  Great interiors, great wheels on the D-III (that technique scares me!)...top notch work all way 'round.

Thanks for posting your work.  ;)

Dan