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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: mgunns on December 30, 2013, 12:35:28 PM
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Okay folks:
I wrapped this up this evening. I had started this about two years ago, put it away, putzed with it and finally finished it. The molding isn't bad for a limited run kit, but the parts needed a lot of trimming and pre-fitting like any limited production kit. After doing WNW one is really spoiled and it was hard to see this thing through. A few set backs like a tape pull on the upper wing after everything was done, but, it is what it is.
The obligatory box:
(http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad261/ptbarnum101/Aeroscale%20builds/Nieuport%20II/DSC00495.jpg) (http://s942.photobucket.com/user/ptbarnum101/media/Aeroscale%20builds/Nieuport%20II/DSC00495.jpg.html)
I used this photo and others of the replica for reference as the directions were unclear on paint in certain areas.
(http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad261/ptbarnum101/Aeroscale%20builds/Nieuport%20II/Port_Side.jpg) (http://s942.photobucket.com/user/ptbarnum101/media/Aeroscale%20builds/Nieuport%20II/Port_Side.jpg.html)
And the completed model
(http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad261/ptbarnum101/Aeroscale%20builds/Nieuport%20II/DSC01207.jpg) (http://s942.photobucket.com/user/ptbarnum101/media/Aeroscale%20builds/Nieuport%20II/DSC01207.jpg.html)
(http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad261/ptbarnum101/Aeroscale%20builds/Nieuport%20II/DSC01208.jpg) (http://s942.photobucket.com/user/ptbarnum101/media/Aeroscale%20builds/Nieuport%20II/DSC01208.jpg.html)
(http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad261/ptbarnum101/Aeroscale%20builds/Nieuport%20II/DSC01211.jpg) (http://s942.photobucket.com/user/ptbarnum101/media/Aeroscale%20builds/Nieuport%20II/DSC01211.jpg.html)
(http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad261/ptbarnum101/Aeroscale%20builds/Nieuport%20II/DSC01210.jpg) (http://s942.photobucket.com/user/ptbarnum101/media/Aeroscale%20builds/Nieuport%20II/DSC01210.jpg.html)
(http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad261/ptbarnum101/Aeroscale%20builds/Nieuport%20II/DSC01209.jpg) (http://s942.photobucket.com/user/ptbarnum101/media/Aeroscale%20builds/Nieuport%20II/DSC01209.jpg.html)
I used Humbrol #55 for the overall color, the rest were Tamiya Red and Green. I used Testors MM silver for the cowling. For the Vickers gun I used a spare WNW with the stock cut off and replaced it with the handle.\\Bob's Buckles were used for rigging attachment points and the rigging is a combination of EZ line and "invisible thread". I used a brown artist felt tip pen for the edging and Tamiya Linoleum brown for painting the brown on the seams. I wouldn't recommend this kit for a beginner, but an experienced modeler would find it rather straightforward. I had to pin the Rudder and the V struts. For attaching the lower wing I drilled holes in the wings and then inserted a brass tube through the fuselage and attached the other wing to it. Worked real good. I have another one, the Nie 16 in Albert Ball's marking that I may tackle at some point. Now that I have this under my belt, I know what to look forward to.
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Mark,
That is an Outstanding Nieuport! I have been toying with the thought of starting my Special Hobbies 16. Your A Model kit makes me think I may!
RAGIII
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Hi Rick:
Give it a go. As I mentioned, I putzed with this over a two year span, a little here and there and finally I had enough of it putzed with to start to paint and put it all together. I enjoyed the build, I have seen that Special Hobby one and I bet the plastic is pretty much the same as this Amodel kit.
Thanks for the compliments and stopping by.
Best
Mark
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Mark:
I am so pleased to see you have done this kit! She's a beauty. ;D I really love this scheme, and I have this kit in the stash, so seeing your build is a real inspiration! :D Very well done.
Regards,
Bob
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Beautiful job, Mark! An iconic scheme to be sure.
LT
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She's absolutely gorgeous, Mark! So glad you finally finished her. I love the cdl scheme in Italian markings. Truly lovely, buddy!
Cheers,
Bud
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Mark,
It would have been such a pitty if you hadn't finished this beautifull Nieuport. The painting is wonderfull as are the decals. Many congratulations well done!. Is this what they called the "bébé" ?
Kind regards
Patrick
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What a gorgeous job on the Nieuport, Mark. I have a Special Hobbies bebe
in my to-do pile and I hope it ends up looking at least a little like yours. Absolutely beautiful.
You did a super job of the Italian paint scheme as well. Thanks for sharing your
model, my friend.
Cheers,
Ernie :)
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Super work, Mark. I'd love to see your take on the Albert Ball version.
Best wishes
Nigel
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Mark,
It would have been such a pitty if you hadn't finished this beautifull Nieuport. The painting is wonderfull as are the decals. Many congratulations well done!. Is this what they called the "bébé" ?
Kind regards
Patrick
Hello Patrick: Yes it is the bebe. Thanks for stopping by and checking out the build and your comments. At the price of the kit, it would have been a pity not to build it. So I finally did.
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Thanks all for stopping by and your kind words. Thanks to for the motivation and passing on your skills and knowledge for that is what I used for motivation to get this done.
Best
Mark
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Great made model.
After seeing your model my dream is do it too :D
Jacek
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Nicely done, Mark. Very nice ;)
What next?
VB
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Nicely done, Mark. Very nice ;)
What next?
VB
Guten Tag Herr Bucklemeitser:
Vielen Dank! Thanks for the compliments and stopping by. It is almost time to rebuckle!! I am debating to do another DVII whilst I await a Buckle order or just to dive in to the AMC DH9. I want to do one more DVII in the Seven Swabians, so I think that is the direction I will go along with a rebuckle via separate email.
Best
Mark
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Love the aeroplane Mark, but you could have perched her on a better base...
now my wife wants all of mine on doilies too. ;) ;D
Cheers,
Ernie :)
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Love the aeroplane Mark, but you could have perched her on a better base...
now my wife wants all of mine on doilies too. ;) ;D
Cheers,
Ernie :)
Thanks Ernie: I knew I should have taken the doilie off the table! :o I will have to come up with a better background for photo's.
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Hi Mark
I will be returning to the buckling bench in the New Year! ;)
Website will be back to normal on Thursday - God willing!
Cheers & Happy New Year!
VB
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Hi Mark
I will be returning to the buckling bench in the New Year! ;)
Website will be back to normal on Thursday - God willing!
Cheers & Happy New Year!
VB
Happy New Year to as well Bob. May it be a prosperous and productive one.
Best
Mark
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Excellent modelling - I am very impressed by your skill, especially the painting. An unusual subject in unusual markings but still a little gem.
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Hello Lone Modeller:
Thanks for the compliments and stopping by. It is a neat little model. I am almost ready to attempt the Albert Ball Nie 16, complete with Rockets!
Best wishes for the New Year
Mark
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Very nice, Nupe. And I would also call for a uniform background for the shots!
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Beautiful work, I love the scheme and the expert shading which really brings it out.
Good to see an Italian machine represented too, from a part of the war which gets a little neglected I feel
Cheers
Mark
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This is truely an excellent result Mark, the overall finish on this model is superb and the scheme you used is very appealing, congratulations and well done. My search is now on for one of these kits.
Des.
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Thanks Prez, Mark and Des for stopping by.
@ Prez: Boy you know it about my backgrounds. I have to do something about my pictures, doilies just don't cut it do they? :o I will work on improving my photos in 2014.
@ Mark: I wish there were more markings for the Italian and Belgian a/c. Really some neat schemes out there.
@ Des: I think I got this either from Mike Taylor or Squadron. I am thinking it was Mike Taylor at Mr. Kit I think it is. There is always eBay.
Thanks again folks.
Best
Mark
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Gorgeous Nieuport! The Italian schemes are hard to top.
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Hello Rob:
Thanks for stopping by and your compliments. I agree, the Italian schemes are very eyecatching.
Best
Mark
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Mark,
She's one outstanding Nieuport my old friend. It's really great to see this lovely kite in Italian markings too.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
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Hi Mark.
The overall look of your Ni it's awesome, and the italian scheme of Leonardi was a very nice choise. Great build, congrats.
Cheers
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Hello Gregory and Zabu:
Thanks for stopping by and adding your compliments. Much appreciated, and I agree, it certainly is an attractive scheme. Plain and simple, but nice.
Best
Mark
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Now that's the way it's done! Great job Mark!
Mark
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Hello Mark:
Thanks for stopping by, scoping it out and your compliments. Duly appreciated.
Best
Mark
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Been slack these last few weeks, by crikey Mark, what a beauty. Seen the
real one here in old NZ, just like your picture, taken at Blenheim I think.
Awsome and congrats on a job well done 8)
All my very best
Dave
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Hello Dave:
Thanks for stopping by and giving it the old thumbs up. I always liked that scheme. It is simple but striking. Now, about that slacking............... :o
Best
Mark