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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: BigBlue on July 26, 2014, 04:56:20 AM
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Hello All,
As I am a newcomer to these forums, I thought I'd post a few pictures of my only completed WWI build to date, the Wingut Late Snipe:
(http://i947.photobucket.com/albums/ad319/goBigBlueNYG/Snipe%20-%20Late/_MG_5276_zpsab0682b5.jpg)(http://i947.photobucket.com/albums/ad319/goBigBlueNYG/Snipe%20-%20Late/IMG_3590_zpsb514e6c6.jpg)
(http://i947.photobucket.com/albums/ad319/goBigBlueNYG/Snipe%20-%20Late/_MG_5273_zpsc51a0885.jpg)(http://i947.photobucket.com/albums/ad319/goBigBlueNYG/Snipe%20-%20Late/_MG_5282_zps04d0e285.jpg)
I returned to the hobby last year after 30-odd years away and built a few 1/48 WWII aircraft (my favorite subjects since childhood), but saw the amazing work people were doing on these Wingnut kits, and got pulled in... completely hooked! I loved working on this model, and now have three more beautifully decorated boxes in my possession (the E.II/III Early, D.VII F, and Brisfit).
My Snipe is straight OOB other than the rigging materials. I used Prym elastic for the flat wire, and monofilament for the control lines. I cut lengths of Albion tubing, and made my eyelets from fine wire. I also used a handful of Gaspatch 1/32 turnbuckles.
Thanks for looking; comments, questions and feedback are welcome. I made plenty of mistakes and have lots of room for improvement. The quality of these kits and the examples of the work I have seen in these forums really make me want to improve my skills.
Chris
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Chris,
First, welcome back to the Hobby and to the Forum, 30 years just means more time devoted to the work bench to get caught up!...... ;) Your Snipe is very impressive. Mistakes?? If they are there you've done a masterful job of hiding them!
Very, very nice work, and I look forward to seeing more of your work.
Cheers,
Lance
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Hi Chris,
Welcome to the forum.
You have produced a superb Snipe. The weathering is spot on - well done!
Nice eyelet and tube combo ;)
Cheers,
BVB
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Excellent weathering, just right.
I far prefer a good, lived in, well used aircraft to a brand, spanking new one.
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Your modeling skills, and eye, are certainly up to date! Very nice Snipe, indeed. I have only built three RFC Wingnut Wings kits (one for review) and prefer the markings and colors of the German planes, but for some reason the Snipe appeals. Your fine model has moved me closer to getting one of my own.
What's next?
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You have done a superb job Chris, congratulations. The weathering and rigging is excellent, I am certainly looking forward to seeing your next project.
Des.
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Hi Chris and welcome to the forums :)
Very nice job on your snipe ! Don't be afraid if you have questions , the guy's here are great on helping out 8)
Terri
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Now THAT is one helluva debut to mark your return to the hobby! Fantastic stuff, considering all of the new techniques that have been introduced in the past 30 years I'd say you've been very quick in jumping back into it. Excellent job on your Snipe, the colors and weathering (especially the spatter and oil stains) look marvelous!
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Love your Snipe, Chris! ;D Very well done.
Cheers,
Bob
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Wow, that's a beautiful Snipe, Chris! Great introduction!
Lindsay
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What an ENTRY! beautiful Snipe on all accounts!! Makes ne feel very humble,
RAGIII
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Welcome to the forum Chris, and WOW what a gorgeous Snipe you have built!
Great job coming back into the hobby. I look forward to seeing more of your
work. Good to have you aboard. :D
Cheers,
Ernie :)
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Welcome to this wonderful forum, Chris. You may have only completed one WW1 aircraft, but that late Snipe is a beautiful piece of work. What have you got lined up next?
Best wishes
Nigel
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A beautiful and realistic finish on this. Excellent.
Cheers,
GrahamB
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Hi Chris,
As lots of others have said, that's a beautiful Snipe. The weathering is very impressive. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your work.
Tom
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Top Drawer Snipe! I only hope that when I get around to mine, it will look half as good.
Pardon my ignorance, but what's Prym elastic?
Cheers,
Chris
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Wow, I am very appreciative of the warm welcome from everyone. If I needed further proof that Des and the members have built a fantastic community here, I certainly have it.
Eindecker and Nigel, I have two Fokkers lined up for myself. First up is the E.II/III, followed by the V.II F that will be part of the group build.
Bob, using the same raw materials as the master is no guaranty of comparable results!
Chris, the rigging material is Prym 977-770 Knitting-in Elastic:
(http://www.prym-consumer.com/static/productdb/977770_VS.eps.big_LowRes.jpg)
Similar to EZ-Line, only a little flatter in profile, and white. I colored it with a Silver Sharpie after installation. I had some success dipping the elastic into my jar of MIG pigments; after shaking off the excess pigment, the thread maintained the color without any visible effect on the elastic quality. I didn't have an appropriate color for this build, but plan to experiment further on the next RFC aircraft I undertake (the Brisfit).
Thanks again to you all for the kind words,
Chris
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Hello, Chris -
Superb workmanship - nothing more I can add to what has already said.........
Regards
Dave
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Crikey! What a great looking Snipe BigBlue. That is inspirational.
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Absolutely gorgeous, Chris! What a brilliant way to introduce yourself.
Cheers,
Bud
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Welcome to the forum - great Snipe build!
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Thanks again for the warm welcome!
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Fantastic modelling work on your Snipe, Chris! Immaculate finish, fine shading and weathering, top class rigging. My sincere congratulations!
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HEllo Chris:
Great job on the Snipe, especially outstanding since it is your first WWI kit after a 30 year hiatis. I like your weathering, not ready to make that jump yet. I look forward to seeing more of your work.
Welcome to the Forum, great folks here.
Best
Mark