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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: AlbertD on October 21, 2019, 03:34:25 AM

Title: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: AlbertD on October 21, 2019, 03:34:25 AM: Finally finished a WNW kit after seeing all the beautiful builds on here. I started a Sopwith Dolphin but set it aside after running into some challenges. This is only my forth finished model since getting back to modeling as an adult. A lot has changed since the 70's. It was built OOB except for the rigging which is Easy Line and Bob's Buckles. The paints were mostly Tamiya as called out in the instructions. Please be critical so I can learn from my mistakes. It wont hurt my feelings.
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Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: lone modeller on October 21, 2019, 04:15:18 AM: I am not a kit builder but I cannot see anything in the photos that I wouold wish to criticize. In my eyes that is a very good model indeed and from one who is only restarting after a long break I would suggest that you have maintained a very high level of skill.

Looking forwards to seeing more of your models on this site.

Stephen.
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: kensar on October 21, 2019, 05:17:50 AM: Good to see you here, Albert. As far as your build goes, it looks very good. You've tackled weathering, rigging, and wood grain. I have only a question - what is the spot on the trailing edge of the left wing? Just a mishap?

Hang around here and you'll pickup a lot of info.
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: rhwinter on October 21, 2019, 05:36:52 AM: Love it!!👍
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: coyotemagic on October 21, 2019, 07:55:41 AM: Beautiful job, Albert! Hard to believe this is your first WWI build. Looks like you've been at it awhile.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: AlbertD on October 21, 2019, 07:56:14 AM: Thanks for the kind words everyone. I can't wait to start my next one, maybe the MVR Albatross.

As far as the spot on the trailing edge of the left wing it's a little error on my part. I accidentally drilled the hole for the airspeed indicator I drilled it in the wrong place and tried to fix it. I'm in the process of figuring out the best way to repair it correctly.
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: Juan on October 21, 2019, 10:10:28 AM: Looks great Albert, your feelings are safe with this beauty.
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: eclarson on October 21, 2019, 11:57:59 AM: Outstanding work! All the more impressive in that you've only recently returned to the hobby. A word of warning, if you've not already discovered it...WNW kits are highly addicting. ;)

Cheers,
Eric
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: AlbertD on October 21, 2019, 02:28:00 PM: Quote from: eclarson on October 21, 2019, 11:57:59 AM
Outstanding work! All the more impressive in that you've only recently returned to the hobby. A word of warning, if you've not already discovered it...WNW kits are highly addicting. ;)

Cheers,
Eric
Thanks Eric, I think I may have caught the bug already. I'm now trying to decide which one to build next. I have the MVR Albatross in my stash and it's calling my name. I was a little afraid to start a biplane but after finishing this one it doesn't seem as challenging. I'm looking forward to doing the wooden fuselage too.
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: Russell on October 21, 2019, 03:35:05 PM: Albert,
That really does look the part. An excellent build.

Regards
Russell
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: calumet on October 22, 2019, 02:43:53 AM: Beautiful Eindecker Albert, like the weathering style on this one!

Cheers
Hans
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: lcarroll on October 22, 2019, 03:28:45 AM: Beautiful model Albert, I'd say your absence from the hobby all those years hasn't done any harm to your talents considering this little gem.
Now, bring on that Albie!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: dr 1 ace on October 22, 2019, 04:45:40 AM: Quote from: coyotemagic on October 21, 2019, 07:55:41 AM
Beautiful job, Albert! Hard to believe this is your first WWI build. Looks like you've been at it awhile.
Cheers,
Bud

Ditto my Amigo's comments !
Ed
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: AlbertD on October 22, 2019, 10:36:13 AM: Thanks for the nice comments everyone. I appreciate the encouragement. Started the Abatros today. I'm going with the red wings and natural fuselage version that MVR was wounded in the head.
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: bobs_buckles on October 24, 2019, 12:13:17 AM: I'd be happy if that was my 5th WNW coming back to the hobby let alone the first!

Very well done, Albert ;)
von B
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: RAGIII on October 24, 2019, 01:31:40 AM: Quote from: dr 1 ace on October 22, 2019, 04:45:40 AM
Quote from: coyotemagic on October 21, 2019, 07:55:41 AM
Beautiful job, Albert! Hard to believe this is your first WWI build. Looks like you've been at it awhile.
Cheers,
Bud

Ditto my Amigo's comments !
Ed

And the 3rd Amigo agrees 100%
RAGIII
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: ModelCellar on October 29, 2019, 08:47:04 AM: Albert,

That is a REALLY nice model. You did a fantastic job.

Paul
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: Alexis on October 29, 2019, 10:08:15 AM: Quote from: ModelCellar on October 29, 2019, 08:47:04 AM
Albert,

That is a REALLY nice model. You did a fantastic job.

Paul

Second this , very well done

Terri
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: Manni on October 29, 2019, 03:21:45 PM: Yes, this model looks great. The metal parts look very realistic and the weathering is great, too.
Keep on modeling,
Bye,
Manni
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: PrzemoL on October 29, 2019, 05:50:35 PM: Excellent model all around. Like Manni, I have noticed the great metallic finish. As for weathering, to my taste it is a little bit overdone on the wings.
All in all, sincere congratulations and I expect to see more models from your desk.
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: Borsos on October 29, 2019, 08:34:40 PM: Lovely model all around. I can only echoe what’s written above: great start and please show us more!
Andreas
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: Robin on October 29, 2019, 08:45:44 PM: I join the mob of merry cheerleaders. :)

Specially love the weathering....looks like a moody and not to mess with wardbird.
An E.IV with an attitude. ;D

Robin
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: AlbertD on October 30, 2019, 12:32:09 PM: You are all too kind. Thank you for the encouragement. There will be more on the way for sure. The lessons learned on this one are helping with the next one for sure.
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: aaronc on November 06, 2019, 08:11:36 AM: Beautiful plane man. May be 1st WNW but I'm guessing not first model. -Aaron
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: Monty on November 07, 2019, 01:51:24 AM: I love it... the colours and different metal and fabric tones came out beautifully... The weathering looks good to my eye... stunning for your first WNW... Regards, Marc
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: gedmundson on November 10, 2019, 10:56:19 AM: Albert - great job and I have to agree with everyone here, your model is very well done. I'm also hooked on the WnW kits, they are addictive as people have stated. They bring on the joy of modelling harder than other brands :)
Cheers,
Gary
Title: Re: First completed WNW kit a Fokker E. IV
Post by: AlbertD on November 10, 2019, 01:45:02 PM: Thanks again for the kind words. I'm well into my Abatros and it's going great so far. Another great kit.