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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: coyotemagic on February 19, 2014, 05:02:14 AM

Title: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: coyotemagic on February 19, 2014, 05:02:14 AM

"Built by Ruston, Proctor & Co Ltd, B2402 was modified into 'Comic' configuration for Home Defence and as such was flown by Capt George Henry Hackwill, a former FE2b pilot with No 22 Sqn with two victories to his credit, who after a stint as a flight instructor was assigned to No 44 (HD) Sqn as a flight commander.  On the night of 28-29 January 1918, Hackwill, in concert with Lt Charles Chaplin Banks in B3827, brought down Gotha GV 938/16 at Wickford.  Hailing from Langtree, Devon, Hackwill later flew more conventional Camels in France as a flight leader in No 54 Sqn, raising his score to nine and receiving the Military Cross." -Jon Guttman, Sopwith Camel, Air Vanguard 3.

Here she is at last, folks.  Still have to add the Boden cables and the flight leader pennant, but couldn't wait to get the pics up.
(http://i1022.photobucket.com/albums/af342/coyotemagic_photos/sopwith%20comic/DSC01996_zps1acaa9bb.jpg)

(http://i1022.photobucket.com/albums/af342/coyotemagic_photos/sopwith%20comic/DSC01997_zpsee3fc17c.jpg)

(http://i1022.photobucket.com/albums/af342/coyotemagic_photos/sopwith%20comic/DSC01999_zps38d15f66.jpg)

(http://i1022.photobucket.com/albums/af342/coyotemagic_photos/sopwith%20comic/DSC02000_zpse118518d.jpg)

(http://i1022.photobucket.com/albums/af342/coyotemagic_photos/sopwith%20comic/DSC02002_zpsc39bff50.jpg)

(http://i1022.photobucket.com/albums/af342/coyotemagic_photos/sopwith%20comic/DSC02003_zps9e07dafa.jpg)

Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, NO 44 (HD) SQN, RFC, January 19
Post by: coyotemagic on February 19, 2014, 05:10:46 AM

...And this is my night fighter collection, so far:
(http://i1022.photobucket.com/albums/af342/coyotemagic_photos/sopwith%20comic/DSC02004_zpse1c321e2.jpg)

(http://i1022.photobucket.com/albums/af342/coyotemagic_photos/sopwith%20comic/DSC02005_zps473a873f.jpg)

...And my Sopwith shelf:
(http://i1022.photobucket.com/albums/af342/coyotemagic_photos/sopwith%20comic/DSC02006_zps78be3323.jpg)
Soon, I'll have an entire Sopwith case.  Triplanes on the way.
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, NO 44 (HD) SQN, RFC, January 19
Post by: PrzemoL on February 19, 2014, 05:36:24 AM

Very, very nice, Bud. Lovely new Sopwith and the entire family looks impressive! Congratulations!

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, NO 44 (HD) SQN, RFC, January 19
Post by: coyotemagic on February 19, 2014, 05:46:07 AM

Thanks, Prez!  So pleased that you like it.
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, NO 44 (HD) SQN, RFC, January 19
Post by: lone modeller on February 19, 2014, 06:00:48 AM

Those are truly impressive builds. I knew very little about the Sopwith Comic until recently - you have made a really good model there. I am also deeply impressed with the BE 12  and the Sopwith collection.

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, NO 44 (HD) SQN, RFC, January 19
Post by: coyotemagic on February 19, 2014, 06:17:00 AM

Thanks, LM!  Greatly appreciated.  The Roden BE kits are excellent.
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, NO 44 (HD) SQN, RFC, January 19
Post by: lcarroll on February 19, 2014, 06:41:17 AM

Beautiful Bud, and the Sopwith "gaggle" is most impressive. You have really highlighted your considerable talents with this one, congratulations on a magnificent model!
Cheers,
Lance

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, NO 44 (HD) SQN, RFC, January 19
Post by: coyotemagic on February 19, 2014, 06:48:18 AM

Thanks, Lance!  I'm poking around in your Triplane build, at the moment, for inspiration and tips since I'm just now starting mine.
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, NO 44 (HD) SQN, RFC, January 19
Post by: bobs_buckles on February 19, 2014, 07:09:45 AM

Bud,
 Superb modelling.
Thanks for sharing this little gem with us  ;)

Cheers,
BVB

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: coyotemagic on February 19, 2014, 07:29:16 AM

Thank you, Bob!  It was truly an enjoyable build.
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, NO 44 (HD) SQN, RFC, January 19
Post by: Brez on February 19, 2014, 07:37:53 AM

I love this one Bud, that dark green paintwork gives it a real sinister look - perfect for a night-fighter  8)
and don't she look tiny against the big ol' BE!

Superb flock of Sopwiths BTW, you can never have too many Sopwiths.

Cheers,
Tony.

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: coyotemagic on February 19, 2014, 09:00:14 AM

Thank you, Tony!  It was your Comic that inspired me to finish this one.  It does look sinister, doesn't it?

Quote from: Brez on February 19, 2014, 07:37:53 AM

...you can never have too many Sopwiths.

You got that right, mate.  I've got two more on the bench now.
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: GAJouette on February 19, 2014, 10:05:37 AM

  Bud,
Outstanding Comic my old friend. Very impressive collection of Sopwiths as well. Looking forward to seeing your Tripe.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: coyotemagic on February 19, 2014, 10:15:23 AM

Thanks, Gregory!  I'll be starting a thread on the Tripe in the next day or so.  This will be my first WNW build and my first build in any scale other than 1/48.  Looking forward to it.  The kit is awesome!
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: Dave W on February 19, 2014, 10:30:04 AM

Excellent work Bud! The Sopwith Comic is a personal favorite of mine and your build is inspiring. This is the Blue Max/ Eduard combo? You should be very proud of that result.

kind regards

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: Ernie on February 19, 2014, 11:30:11 AM

Beautiful collection, Bud.  Excellent work. Your newest Camel is right at home
with the other gorgeous kites. 

Cheers,
Ernie :)

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: RAGIII on February 19, 2014, 11:42:28 AM

Absolutely Gorgeous work my Amigo! Extremely well done build of an unusual variant! The collection is truly magnificent!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, NO 44 (HD) SQN, RFC, January 19
Post by: lcarroll on February 19, 2014, 12:45:46 PM

Quote from: coyotemagic on February 19, 2014, 06:48:18 AM

Thanks, Lance!  I'm poking around in your Triplane build, at the moment, for inspiration and tips since I'm just now starting mine.
Cheers,
Bud

 

Bud,
    An exceptional Kit and very enjoyable. If you are going with an airframe that has the cellon windows just aft of the engine panels think ahead on what can be viewed thru them and detail accordingly. I've got some pretty rough "stuff" visible through mine. I enjoyed this Kit so much I'm pretty sure I'll be getting another, it's a beauty!!
    I look forward to following your progress on this; enjoy your foray into the "ultimate" Scale and the superb quality of the WNW Kits.
Cheers,
Lance

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: Rob Hart on February 19, 2014, 01:01:34 PM

Excellent model! I agree with Brez, the dark green paint gives it a sinister look, perfect for its role. The blue bands/stripes contrast nicely too.

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: IFF1418 on February 19, 2014, 08:29:59 PM

Hi Bud,

That is a very impressive flight you got there! I wished I had your talents. You are a great modeler. I'm looking forward to see your Tripe being started. On the way to another fantastic build!


Kind regards
Patrick

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: Profa on February 19, 2014, 09:14:47 PM

Great build, Bud!
Waiting to catch tricks on Triplane, as one awaits me in tiny scale :)

Zoran

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: coyotemagic on February 20, 2014, 04:50:26 AM

Quote from: Dave W on February 19, 2014, 10:30:04 AM

Excellent work Bud! The Sopwith Comic is a personal favorite of mine and your build is inspiring. This is the Blue Max/ Eduard combo? You should be very proud of that result.

kind regards

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia

Thanks, Dave.  The Comic is a personal favorite of mine, as well.  I've been planning this conversion for the past 5 years.  When Colin released this kit, it certainly simplified things.  Now, if only WNW would release one.
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: coyotemagic on February 20, 2014, 04:54:23 AM

Thanks, Ernie, Rick, Rob, Lance, Patrick and Zoran!  I'm looking forward to seeing your tiny, little Tripe, Zoran.  I know she'll be a beauty.
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: LindsayT on February 20, 2014, 10:07:21 AM

Beautiful work on a plane and scheme you don't see too often, Bud. Great job! One to be proud of.

Lindsay

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: coyotemagic on February 20, 2014, 10:27:31 AM

Thanks, Lindsay!  I think I am!
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: IanB on February 20, 2014, 10:57:11 AM

Lovely work Bud, and the collection looks great! You mention Roden, so should I assume they're 1:48?

I have a couple of Sopwiths done, and a bunch more awaiting attention.....

Ian

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: coyotemagic on February 20, 2014, 11:19:54 AM

Thanks, Ian!  Yes, I was referring to the Roden 1/48 scale BE12b and BE2c.  Really lovely kits.
Your Sopwiths are 1/72 scale, I presume?  Which ones?
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: pepperman42 on February 20, 2014, 03:40:59 PM

Great Camel. Thats a very dramatic scheme and the Sopwiths all together look great!!!

Steve

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: coyotemagic on February 22, 2014, 03:14:19 AM

Quote from: pepperman42 on February 20, 2014, 03:40:59 PM

Great Camel. Thats a very dramatic scheme and the Sopwiths all together look great!!!

Steve

Thanks, Steve!  I really like Sopwith Aircraft and tend to binge once I start one.
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: Mike Norris (UK) on March 18, 2022, 09:31:06 PM

Hi Bud,
Would you believe I've only just seen this thread on your 2014 'Comic'.
If I'd known I could have gleaned all the info I needed from you  ;D
Yours is a great build and I hear Eduard are to release a 1:48th scale model soon.
So it seems plenty of 'Comics' and that's no joke,

Mike

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: WD on March 19, 2022, 11:48:16 PM

Beautiful work Bud.

WD

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: RAGIII on March 20, 2022, 04:16:36 AM

Quote from: WD on March 19, 2022, 11:48:16 PM

Beautiful work Bud.

WD

Warren, I got to see a lot of Buds work in person yesterday. All I can say is his models look even Better in person. He has a really impressive collection!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: Borsos on March 20, 2022, 06:25:09 AM

What a great looking model. If you hadn’t taken pictures of it sitting next to a 1:48 scale plane, I would have thought it was the 1:32 WNW Sopwith Camel.
Andreas

Title: Re: Sopwith Camel Comic B2402, Capt. G. H. Hackwill, No44(HD) SQN RFC, January 1918
Post by: macsporran on March 20, 2022, 06:18:16 PM

Glorious collection.
Sandy