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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Under Construction => Topic started by: KiwiResin on April 24, 2016, 03:41:08 PM

Title: Airfix Eindeker
Post by: KiwiResin on April 24, 2016, 03:41:08 PM

having worked on an Eindeker, as soon as I saw one in my LHS I had to have it!

I havent had much chance to model lately, this build should get my inspiration up again.

I opened up the sliding door on the left fuse half, this is to allow heat to escape the cockpit on the real thing, something quite necessary when you have a flaming catherine wheel for an engine at your feet.

I added some castor oil spatter to the firewall, and seatbelts from Tamiya tape.

(http://i1072.photobucket.com/albums/w367/KiwiResin/IMG_0847_zps9mqa70rl.jpg)

The Oberursel engine is quite stunning for the scale, and a light wash brought out the detail.

(http://i1072.photobucket.com/albums/w367/KiwiResin/IMG_0850_zpsqm1l6qdb.jpg)

I have a scheme in mind, but it is for an E.1 which is a slightly smaller aircraft all round.

There are a couple of subtle details on the full size E.11 that I will point out as the build progresses

So far, well done Airfix, I highly recommend buying one.

Title: Re: Airfix Eindeker
Post by: Ernie on April 24, 2016, 07:12:25 PM

Good start, Kiwi. :D  Nice touch opening up the small side door.
The engine is indeed nice for the small scale and yours looks
great.  I look forward to the next updates of your build.

Cheers,
Ernie :)

Title: Re: Airfix Eindeker
Post by: Des on April 24, 2016, 08:07:34 PM

You have made a great start with this kit, I'm looking forward to following along with your build.

Des.

Title: Re: Airfix Eindeker
Post by: IanB on April 24, 2016, 11:15:30 PM

Nice to see one of these coming together. Judging by what I've seen so far of this, and the BE2c, it bodes well for the future from Airfix.....

Ian

Title: Re: Airfix Eindeker
Post by: RAGIII on April 25, 2016, 11:39:17 PM

Airfix has really stepped up their game and in the hands of modelers like yourself they are even better! Looking forward to the rest of the build!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Airfix Eindeker
Post by: Nigel Jackson on April 26, 2016, 12:47:30 AM

Very nice Kiwi and as I type I'm looking at the unopened Airfix Eindekker box on my work area and thinking .......


Best wishes
Nigel

Title: Re: Airfix Eindeker
Post by: KiwiResin on May 08, 2016, 03:41:12 PM

paint on.
I had difficulty deciding just what colours the splinter finish would be, so i decided on the colours used to paint other Fokker products such as the D11


Bear in mind this is an E.1 scheme, and not correct for the E.11, but I could not resist it .
So far the only fault I can find is the tailplanes are quite fragile

(http://i1072.photobucket.com/albums/w367/KiwiResin/20160507_134719_zps31vkrxbe.jpg)

(http://i1072.photobucket.com/albums/w367/KiwiResin/20160507_134707_zpshtivk0hb.jpg)

Title: Re: Airfix Eindeker
Post by: Monty on May 08, 2016, 11:08:41 PM

This is a very good start and lovely progress... interesting colour scheme! I look forward to more...

Regards,

Marc

Title: Re: Airfix Eindeker
Post by: WarrenD on May 09, 2016, 02:08:52 AM

Great start, glad to see one of these coming together here so we can watch and enjoy. I do like the scheme too!

Warren

Title: Re: Airfix Eindeker
Post by: lone modeller on May 09, 2016, 02:35:06 AM

Excellent to see this kit being put together by a master modeller. Lovely colour scheme and superb detail, especially the open door in the fuselage.

Stephen.

Title: Re: Airfix Eindeker
Post by: Ernie on May 09, 2016, 04:07:00 AM

I love Eindekers, and this is no exception.  Very unusual colour scheme, and
your paintwork is excellent.  Great build and looking forward to more, my friend!

Cheers,
Ernie :)

Title: Re: Airfix Eindeker
Post by: RAGIII on May 09, 2016, 05:28:21 AM

Terrific update. The scheme is indeed striking and unusual!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Airfix Eindeker
Post by: Des on May 09, 2016, 08:58:04 AM

Right or wrong it doesn't make much difference, the scheme you have used looks superb.

Des.