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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: gedmundson on July 02, 2016, 12:08:27 PM
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Well - it's Canada day here in sunny Edmonton Alberta! I'm finished this 1/32 scale WnW Pfalz D.IIIa and wanted to share a few pictures. Again it's photographed with that same backdrop and pilot I've used before, but I'm hoping to order something new for next time :)
I have to thank "Umlaufmotor" Bertl Skorpil for his help with weathering ideas on the black fuselage, and also Chris Johnson for sending some fine fishing line for some of the rigging on the tail. The model was basically out-of-the-box with the after market decal sheet from WnW for the Pfalz D.IIIa, and Aviattic's lozenge decals for this specific model. I added thinner fuel lines and an engine vent line to the radiator with fly-tying wire and made new seat belts from lead sheet. Oh yes - I also used RB productions photo-etched turnbuckles on the rigging.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v682/gedmundson1/DSC_5361_zpsemc6czrf.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/gedmundson1/media/DSC_5361_zpsemc6czrf.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v682/gedmundson1/DSC_5357_zpsp33iiy2i.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/gedmundson1/media/DSC_5357_zpsp33iiy2i.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v682/gedmundson1/DSC_5353_zpser9nfyz6.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/gedmundson1/media/DSC_5353_zpser9nfyz6.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v682/gedmundson1/DSC_5351_zps2lba18ai.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/gedmundson1/media/DSC_5351_zps2lba18ai.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v682/gedmundson1/DSC_5350_zpsdyxvzbzj.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/gedmundson1/media/DSC_5350_zpsdyxvzbzj.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v682/gedmundson1/DSC_5349_zpstyggbz0n.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/gedmundson1/media/DSC_5349_zpstyggbz0n.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v682/gedmundson1/DSC_5344_zpscwfqcfn9.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/gedmundson1/media/DSC_5344_zpscwfqcfn9.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v682/gedmundson1/DSC_5356_zpssdrhzse0.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/gedmundson1/media/DSC_5356_zpssdrhzse0.jpg.html)
Cheers,
Gary
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It turned out to be an absolutely stunning model Gary, the black paint and weathering is superb, a great scheme that turned out very impressive and the addition of the pilot adds the finishing touch, great photography also.
Des.
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Thanks Des - appreciate your kind words on the model!
Gary
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It's a beautiful model and a great scenery. By the way also a great control on depth of field in all pictures.
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Exquisite Gary!
Guy
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Gary,
The build would be impressive enough if 'factory fresh' but the weathered black fuselage kicks it even higher up the ladder.
Excellent.
Regards
Russell
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A truly beautiful build! The subtle weathering on your black fuselage is outstanding. It was a joy following along with your build!
RAGIII
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Stunning build, Gary - Well done!
It's a Pfalz... what isn't there to love?!
von B
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Thanks again, gentlemen - glad you like the model, and it was a great kit to work through.
It's a beautiful model and a great scenery. By the way also a great control on depth of field in all pictures.
Thanks gbrivio - I use an old Nikon D70 on a tripod with some "daylight" studio bulbs and the smallest apeture setting of 25-29 to try and get everything in focus. The shots usually get taken around 1/3 seconds of exposure. I have to do it manually, especially as the light meter will get fooled with a white background.
Cheers,
Gary
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Such a beauty. There is nothing not to be liked on her. And you, sir, are a brave man, using RB's turnbuckles. I tried and failed...
Do you mind sharing your weathering tips for black fuselages (those would come at a very convenient time for my "Black Dagger" Pfalz)?
8)
Stefan
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Such a beauty. There is nothing not to be liked on her. And you, sir, are a brave man, using RB's turnbuckles. I tried and failed...
Do you mind sharing your weathering tips for black fuselages (those would come at a very convenient time for my "Black Dagger" Pfalz)?
8)
Stefan
Hi Stefan - I've forwarded you a message sent to me by Bertl that outlines the work he did on his build on this identical subject (his was post-war) - it was invaluable help!
Cheers,
Gary
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It's an outstanding Model, Gary, in a word, superb! You "aced' the all black finish and the rigging, decaling, and paint work is all top class, I really like it.
Last, I have to echo Stefan's comments about the RB Buckles; I too tried them and failed, you are indeed a brave man!!
Beautiful work!
Cheers,
Lance
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It's an outstanding Model, Gary, in a word, superb! You "aced' the all black finish and the rigging, decaling, and paint work is all top class, I really like it.
Last, I have to echo Stefan's comments about the RB Buckles; I too tried them and failed, you are indeed a brave man!!
Beautiful work!
Cheers,
Lance
Thanks Lance - glad you were able to see the progress when we met at the show in Edmonton. I never would have got it finished even if I'd tried - there's always those last minute details that need doing that take forever!
I find the RB turnbuckles quite easy to work with. I ordered more a few weeks ago from Ireland and they still haven't showed up (starting to worry about Canada Post and their looming strike!). I haven't tried the Gaspatch ones purely because of cost.
Cheers,
Gary
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Very nice Pfalz, well done!!!
Borsos
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She's simply gorgeous, Gary! You've got me reconsidering this scheme for mine, when I get around to it.
Cheers,
Bud
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Congratulations on another brilliant build, Gary. The D.IIIa is a beauty! I really
like the way you have mastered the black. It is as good as it gets, my friend.
Cheers,
Ernie :)
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Really great!
Black is very difficult to weather in a way that it looks not like a toy and you've made here am outstanding job.
Manni
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Masterfull! :)
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Congratulations Gary painting the model is great, especially the black fuselage looks very natural.
Adam.
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This is absolutely beautiful work, as well as a plane itself, and a real pleasure to watch it. BR, Paul
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Realized only now that your build of one of my favourites is done: It turned out SO BEAUTIFUL, Gary!! Thank you for sharing!
Richard
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I owe an apology as I have only just seen this. This is a superb model - I really admire the finish which you have achieved and the colour scheme which is really attractive without being over the top. Great modelling in every department.
Stephen.
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Thanks again to all who commented - your words are truly appreciated!
Cheers,
Gary
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I have to agree with Russell's comment, this would have looked great as a factory finish but the chipped paintwork and weathering effects make it a stunner.
Alan.