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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: Des on January 15, 2014, 11:33:24 AM

Title: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: Des on January 15, 2014, 11:33:24 AM

Here is my completed 1:32 scale Bleriot XI entirely scratch built (except for the propeller).

Des.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-BluzZsEFZQM/UtXFncPIcsI/AAAAAAAALXE/pK7bl_I-VZk/s800/bleriot%2520x%2520186.jpg)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YyVI6vGUyhs/UtXh2oRTpyI/AAAAAAAALZg/S3eivFsprZ4/s800/bleriot%2520x%2520181.jpg)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-FtgpHgIQ0KA/UtXh2q6utRI/AAAAAAAALZg/qwiBx5BI86w/s800/bleriot%2520x%2520182.jpg)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-4z3cNqOktLY/Utc6iABBcmI/AAAAAAAALa8/ZRXS-NaITVI/s800/bleriot%2520x%2520199.jpg)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-H8UmvN3E7qM/UtXh2gabuDI/AAAAAAAALZg/dWy80EV7luc/s800/bleriot%2520x%2520183.jpg)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-0B-XGbZSuiQ/UtXh3jWS4ZI/AAAAAAAALZg/jn8pFbPPa9M/s800/bleriot%2520x%2520184.jpg)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-J2N3niqB0QM/UtXh3pDajeI/AAAAAAAALZg/GsCg6B98I9Q/s800/bleriot%2520x%2520185.jpg)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-PnpOjoSZO9M/UtXh4dem0CI/AAAAAAAALZg/IhoSyx3Bh-8/s800/bleriot%2520x%2520187.jpg)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-LxlrxMkgrDA/Utc6iZsUIVI/AAAAAAAALa8/gzCol0pObXE/s800/bleriot%2520x%2520200.jpg)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-0qaY5MmRmbc/UtXh5Eg-77I/AAAAAAAALZg/8yvPPmRszlI/s800/bleriot%2520x%2520188.jpg)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-Qy3laNOrx8w/UtXh5LFD0BI/AAAAAAAALZg/t2k9D6e5S8M/s800/bleriot%2520x%2520189.jpg)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-YhWL9bNzxJg/UtXh6e4V6zI/AAAAAAAALZg/ZTJJjb2rUS0/s800/bleriot%2520x%2520192.jpg)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-9SSua8UcjkA/UtXh6Q6HovI/AAAAAAAALZg/t82hpR8Um1I/s800/bleriot%2520x%2520191.jpg)

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: GAJouette on January 15, 2014, 12:01:41 PM

  Des,
Absolutely awesome my old friend. She's beyond doubt your finest work to date. Congratulations and Well Done.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette

PS: I hope another early bird project is somewhere on the horizion.

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: LindsayT on January 15, 2014, 12:20:07 PM

Wonderful work, Des! Well done!

Lindsay

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: rhallinger on January 15, 2014, 12:22:44 PM

Des, you keep outdoing yourself!  Simply superb model.  ;D. Thanks for lewding the way!

Regards,

Bob

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: Ernie on January 15, 2014, 01:08:09 PM

Des, I keep wondering how you can top such-and-such a model, but you manage
to every time.  Absolutely stunning craftsmanship.  It is a joy to follow along with
your builds, my friend.  Thanks for giving us the privilege! 

Cheers,
Ernie :)

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: Rob Hart on January 15, 2014, 01:24:59 PM

Absolutely superb modeling! You are setting the standard.

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: coyotemagic on January 15, 2014, 02:02:54 PM

Truly breathtaking, mate!  I can't say this is your best yet when she keeps company with such exquisite stable mates as your Voisin, Cauldron, Taube and Spinne, but sure as hell can't see how you could top her.  So, what's next?
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: uncletony on January 15, 2014, 02:59:41 PM

Wow.

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: bobs_buckles on January 15, 2014, 04:36:46 PM

Des,
 This is your best yet. A real treat to behold  :)
Well done!!

VB

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: PrzemoL on January 15, 2014, 04:52:28 PM

Top class modelling, Des. Many thanks for being around and showing us such remarkable models of yours!

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: xmald on January 15, 2014, 06:56:07 PM

Des I`m green with envy! You are certainly the most talented I`ve ever known!
Your Bleriot is superb a pure joy to watch!
One can only hope to ever get near to your level of skills!

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: IFF1418 on January 15, 2014, 07:26:29 PM

Des, seeing more photo's of this completed jewel, I'm speechless of admiration. This is modeling from another world. This model should be exhibited for the whole world. I'm looking forward for your next incredible build. Can't get enough of it. Many many congratulations!

Kind regards
Patrick

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: Des on January 15, 2014, 09:02:15 PM

Thanks very much for all the very kind comments, they are much appreciated.

This will not be my last scratch build but for now I will be getting back to reducing my growing stash of kits, just gotta decide what to build first  :-\ :-\ :-\

Des.

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: RAGIII on January 15, 2014, 09:56:13 PM

des,
I truly don't know what I can say that hasn't already been covered! Brilliant work all around!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: Jacek on January 15, 2014, 10:49:02 PM

Stunning!
Congratulations.
Jacek

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: Cimmerian on January 16, 2014, 02:22:57 AM

That is truly wonderful.

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: lone modeller on January 16, 2014, 03:01:51 AM

What can I add to the comments already made? I agree with them all and some more. Just totally outstanding…….. Just wish I could build to that standard……….

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: Zabu on January 16, 2014, 06:55:09 AM

Cannot add nothing more to what has been said.

A truly magnificent model and scratchbuild.

Thank you for sharing the build... always a privilege. Congrats.

Cheers

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: Dave W on January 16, 2014, 09:50:20 AM

A magnificent model Des, truly a world class replica from one of the best WW1 modellers in the world! The level of detail is inspiring yet at the same time you are able to capture the fragility of these early machines. It's all the more jaw-dropping when we realise this a scratch built model, a unique one of a kind. Your models deserve a home in the world's major aviation museums.

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
 

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: mgunns on January 16, 2014, 10:45:12 AM

Quote from: Dave W on January 16, 2014, 09:50:20 AM

A magnificent model Des, truly a world class replica from one of the best WW1 modellers in the world! The level of detail is inspiring yet at the same time you are able to capture the fragility of these early machines. It's all the more jaw-dropping when we realise this a scratch built model, a unique one of a kind. Your models deserve a home in the world's major aviation museums.

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia

I agree and concur with the above!

Best

Mark

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: sobrien on January 16, 2014, 11:27:21 AM

Wow! Everybody else have said it all. Can't wait to see what is next for you Des. Beautiful.

Sean

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: guitarlute101 on January 16, 2014, 11:41:05 AM

Very excellent Des! May I ask what paint you use for your brass, it is very convincing.

Mark

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: Des on January 16, 2014, 11:47:49 AM

Thank you for all the very kind comments, it gives me a great sense of satisfaction to know that so many people appreciate my model.

Mark - All the brass used on this model is real brass, no paint.

Des.

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: guitarlute101 on January 16, 2014, 03:26:12 PM

Thanks Des!!

Mark

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: andonio64 on January 16, 2014, 04:16:12 PM

wow Des... I am astonished...
So the brass is real brass, what about the wood? Is it real wood?
It does look as it was!
 8)

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: UFAG on January 31, 2014, 06:07:42 AM

CHAPEAU....!!

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: Colaco on January 31, 2014, 07:14:18 AM

Fantastic work  Des.Very well done.
Cheers. ;)

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: Adam on February 04, 2014, 05:42:18 PM

Gorgeous model.

Adam.

Title: Re: Bleriot XI in 1:32 scale scratch built
Post by: Brez on February 05, 2014, 06:54:04 AM

Magnificent Des. She belongs in a museum!

Regards,
Tony.