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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: xan on September 14, 2015, 10:08:27 PM

Title: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: xan on September 14, 2015, 10:08:27 PM
Hello here is my last model mounted, the Gavia's Bristol Scout :

(http://modelingmadness.com/review/w1/cleaverbristolbt.jpg)

my first idea was to show the british national marks with the red and white roundels and the union jack in the frame.

(http://flyingmachines.ru/Images7/01-Istreb-1/01-Bristol_Baby.jpg)

then loocking for more information about the plane in the web, I smatch with the web site of the Bremner brthers, wich were rebuilding their grand dad plane, the 1264 who flew int greece in the late 1915.

(http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/10/24/1414141400103_wps_28_Pictured_L_R_Rick_Bremner.jpg)

in this blog , you can fallow all thje built which is amazing :
https://bristolscout.wordpress.com/ (https://bristolscout.wordpress.com/)
I enter in contact with David and he send me all kind of  inforation, a real treasure !
Thanks david, it have been a pleasure to fallow your adventure !!!

the project was pretty enough to decide me to represent this plane...

the replic of the 1264 now flies , and it is wonderful !

(https://bristolscout.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/p1050803-cropped.jpg?w=497&h=373)

Let me present you Donald Bremner of the RNAS 2wing .

(http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/10/24/1414141502941_wps_35_Collect_picture_of_FDH_Br.jpg)

and here is his plane :

(http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/10/24/1414142071322_Image_galleryImage_FDH_Bremner_s_crash_in_Im.JPG)

(http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/10/24/1414142083672_Image_galleryImage_Collect_picture_of_FDH_Br.JPG)

bye bye my union Jack and my red and white roundels...
Anyway the 1916 taken pics show that the new three colors roundels had inverted colors, which give it an interest …

another strange thing, in the  cross and cockade n° 4 vol 5 , look what Donald tell us !

(http://nsm08.casimages.com/img/2015/09/13//15091308033518634313579556.jpg)

(http://nsm08.casimages.com/img/2015/09/13//15091308033418634313579555.jpg)

my god !
I represent the fabric in the propoeller of course, as David and Rick did in the new 1264...

(https://bristolscout.files.wordpress.com/2015/08/2015-08-15-stow-maries-27-800x600.jpg?w=497&h=373)

here is a propeller it by his own bullet :

(http://www.casimages.com/img.php?i=15091308033418634313579554.jpg)

Well here are the pics :

(http://nsm08.casimages.com/img/2015/09/13//15091308032318634313579543.jpg)

(http://nsm08.casimages.com/img/2015/09/13//15091308032418634313579544.jpg)

(http://nsm08.casimages.com/img/2015/09/13//15091308032518634313579545.jpg)

(http://nsm08.casimages.com/img/2015/09/13//15091308032618634313579546.jpg)

(http://nsm08.casimages.com/img/2015/09/13//15091308032618634313579547.jpg)

(http://nsm08.casimages.com/img/2015/09/13//15091308032718634313579548.jpg)

(http://nsm08.casimages.com/img/2015/09/13//15091308032818634313579549.jpg)

(http://nsm08.casimages.com/img/2015/09/13//15091308032918634313579550.jpg)

(http://nsm08.casimages.com/img/2015/09/13//15091308033018634313579551.jpg)

Danold was a tall man, he was 6ft 3in (1,90m) this figurine represent the right size...
speaking about the french who were in Thassos with them , Donald says :
They chief pilot was a man called Constantini, who was a very famous racing motor driver and always used to call me « le grand pilote du petit bristol »

(http://nsm08.casimages.com/img/2015/09/13//15091308033118634313579552.jpg)

using the fantastic plans David gave me I did a scout frame too but I have not finish it...

(http://nsm08.casimages.com/img/2015/09/13//15091308033218634313579553.jpg)

well that's all folks !

Xan
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: Wackyracer on September 14, 2015, 10:11:36 PM
This is one fantastic model. Congratulations on an outstanding job.
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: RAGIII on September 14, 2015, 10:22:10 PM
Your corrections, additions, painting, and detailing have turned this into an OUTSTANDING Model! Your build was a joy to follow. Very Informative!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: Pgtaylorart on September 15, 2015, 12:33:16 AM
Wow, incredible model, Xan!! You have done an amazing job with the frame model and the painting on the wings. The wings really have that translucent look that CDL has with the upper roundels being visible through the underside of the wing. Beautiful!!

George
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: lcarroll on September 15, 2015, 12:58:47 AM
    Magnificent job, a very mundane Kit transformed into a beautifully detailed Model. The overall CDL finish is very well done, great shading, a bit of wear and tear, and the transluscent upper wing with the upper roundels showing through are stunning. A real tribute to your skills, Xan! 8)
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: dr 1 ace on September 15, 2015, 01:09:08 AM
Your corrections, additions, painting, and detailing have turned this into an OUTSTANDING Model! Your build was a joy to follow. Very Informative!
RAGIII



Dittos to my Amigo's comments !!!!!

Ed
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: Epeeman on September 15, 2015, 02:29:19 AM
What an incredibly well presented and finished model - simply superb!

Regards

Dave
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: Nigel Jackson on September 15, 2015, 03:32:55 AM
Magnificent, Xan! This is so impressive.

Best wishes
Nigel
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: PrzemoL on September 15, 2015, 04:30:24 AM
Spectacular is too small a word to describe this model. Absolute stunner!
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: coyotemagic on September 15, 2015, 06:48:37 AM
She's truly gorgeous, Xan!  Easily, one of the finest Bristol Scouts I've ever seen.  Félicitations, mon ami!
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: Des on September 15, 2015, 07:37:24 AM
Superb, absolutely superb, the painting and weathering on this model is excellent and the translucent wing effect is spectacular, you have done a brilliant job with this model.

Des.
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: Thumbs up on September 15, 2015, 07:55:37 AM
I :ot does not look like a model!!!??? Itlooks like the real thing! You have crossed the hallowed line and created something truly sublime.I'm speechless!
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: ALBATROS1234 on September 15, 2015, 02:29:26 PM
i followed this build from the start. best build of the bristol scout ever. great craftsmanship and spectacualar painting
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: radio on September 15, 2015, 07:10:07 PM
Very gorgeous build, Xan.
Cheers
Martin
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: lone modeller on September 21, 2015, 03:25:56 AM
Sorry to be late but I have been away all week and missed this. That is a museum piece and no mistake. Thanks for all of the additional information which has really brought this model to life - as others have written, this is outstanding in every way.

Modelling at its absolute best.

Stephen
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: First tee on September 21, 2015, 09:33:14 AM
Wow!  Is that ever a beauty!
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: KrzysiekK on September 22, 2015, 04:43:47 PM
Wow,
The painting is so real that sb can take this as real replica!
congratulations!
K
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: xan on October 04, 2015, 06:16:41 PM
thinks!
about the replica here are some "new" 1264's pics.
for the weathering:

(https://scontent-mad1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xal1/v/t1.0-9/11988360_451652335018193_259138744674854926_n.jpg?oh=3ce0d35c17864b56d27507f7a8b843c1&oe=569AAC49)

and that:

(https://bristolscout.files.wordpress.com/2015/10/2015-10-03-bristol-scout-shuttleworth-air-to-air-055-1024x577.jpg)

(https://bristolscout.files.wordpress.com/2015/10/2015-10-03-bristol-scout-shuttleworth-air-to-air-048-1024x578.jpg)

(https://bristolscout.files.wordpress.com/2015/10/2015-10-03-bristol-scout-shuttleworth-air-to-air-044-1024x698.jpg)

wonderfull isn't it? ?

Xan
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: LukasTheLight on October 05, 2015, 08:09:11 AM
Hi Xan!!!!

I missed out completely this thread, Im settling down and unfortunately I keep missing loads of progress in loads of topics... well, enough of my excuses...

Your model, its presentation and your pictures are simply incredible!!!! Hard to believe it is 1/48!!!! Looking forward to see your next builds ;)

Cheerio
Lukas
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: zavod44 on October 05, 2015, 11:48:15 PM
The wing shading and painting is truly inspiring.....
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: David Bremner on November 24, 2015, 04:46:01 PM
From the builders of the full-size 1264. We are absolutely blown away by the model - she looks quite, quite stunning. What an artist you are, Xan. I hope we can meet up soon and see the model. We hope to bring ours to France to fly over the Somme on 1 July next year. Perhaps we could try to meet up then? 
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: gedmundson on November 27, 2015, 05:14:24 AM
Xan,
truly remarkable job - especially on the clear doped linen. Great weathering in all regards, and your attention to detail is excellent.
Cheers,
Gary
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: Jorgo on November 27, 2015, 05:46:09 AM
Bravo, Xan! One of the best shinethrough effects!

Highest regards, Jörg
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: Oeli on November 29, 2015, 08:59:34 AM
Hi,

such a great work, and a outstanding Result!  :D
And a interesting Story behind.

Regards

Jörg
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: xmald on December 06, 2015, 06:53:11 AM
Truly marvellous model! One of the best CDL reproductions in  scale I have seen! Simply splendid!
Title: Re: Gavia 1/48 Bristol Scout 2wing RNAS Thasso 1une of 1916
Post by: TobyCoulson on December 07, 2015, 01:39:27 AM
Marvellous and I love the build up and presentation.