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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: IanB on December 22, 2020, 09:54:45 PM

Title: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: IanB on December 22, 2020, 09:54:45 PM
At the beginning of the lockdown there was talk of a "lockdown group build" on the Vacform modellers facebook page so I decided to jump in. I dug out one of the first kits I acquired when I restarted the hobby back in 2011, The RAF FE8. I knew from the start it would be a challenge: my first "pusher", only my 3rd vacform, and it wasn't very accurate!

I had a Small Stuff engine for it, a PE seat, and an Aeroclub prop and wheels which could be modified, so I went for it!



The subject is 7624 of 40 Squadron, RFC, based at Treizennes, France.

On November 9th 1916 this aircraft, piloted by Cpt T Mapplebeck, was damaged by Anti-Aircraft fire and forced to land behind German lines. Capt Mapplebeck was made a POW.

There is a full build log here.



Paints are Misterkit and it's rigged with .06mm monofilament fishing line. I hope you like her!



(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50746883176_e08e9060d5_z.jpg)



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Merry Christmas to all Forumites, and here's to a much better 2021!



Stay safe!



Ian
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: rhallinger on December 22, 2020, 10:11:27 PM
That is simply a beautiful model Ian!  It captures very well the look of the FE8.  I really like your colors, and that maze of rigging is--amazing! :)  Very well done, and worth the wait!

Best regards,

Bob
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: kensar on December 22, 2020, 11:50:52 PM
Now I know where the term 'stringbag' comes from.  Brilliant work.
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: lcarroll on December 23, 2020, 01:15:03 AM
That's just an amazingly impressive Model Ian, particularly so given the Kit's limitations and small scale. It was a pleasure to follow your progress on this one, the number of setbacks and challenges would have discouraged the most patient of Builders.  Great finish and detailing and the rigging is outstanding, a beautiful addition to your cabinet!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: RAGIII on December 23, 2020, 01:38:25 AM
As always I really enjoyed following your build. Watching your processes in correcting kit flaws and overcoming obstacles was enlightening to say the least! Beautiful results in all Aspects!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: lone modeller on December 23, 2020, 04:49:04 AM
Excellent result from some pretty unpromising materials Ian. Frankly I think that it would have been easier to scratch build it!

Stephen.
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: Bughunter on December 23, 2020, 05:24:46 AM
Wow, that is an impressive piece of art in that small scale!
The rigging is great, and I'm surprised about the labeled tires :o

Cheers,
Frank
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: PrzemoL on December 23, 2020, 06:24:29 AM
Great result!
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: Dave Brewer on December 23, 2020, 07:49:28 AM
That's a remarkable model Ian, what a gem!
Cheers,
Dave.
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: ModelCellar on December 23, 2020, 12:30:00 PM
WOW, a fantastic bit of rigging. Nicely done !

Paul
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: FokkerFodder on December 23, 2020, 04:35:59 PM
Marvellous! In this scale and a vac to boot!
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on December 23, 2020, 04:48:52 PM
Like her?  Be still my heart!!!!  Just awesome, Ian.
Dan
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: macsporran on December 23, 2020, 05:40:08 PM
Respect. Ian, Respect!
Sandy
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: Alexis on December 23, 2020, 11:21:51 PM
I always love it when a vac kit comes together ! Outstanding work Ian  :)


Terri
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: IanB on December 23, 2020, 11:51:17 PM
Many thanks everyone for the positive feedback. It really does mean a lot to receive such positive comments from others who have also succumbed to the "bete noir" of modelling (ie biplanes!) and have themselves solved many of the "dark secrets" of the hobby.
Thanks again, and Merry Christmas to all!

Ian
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: Bolman on December 24, 2020, 02:51:02 AM
Excellent work Ian! I've always wanted one myself, maybe some day!

John
Title: Re: Royal Aircraft Factory FE8, 1:72 Scaleplanes vacform
Post by: Stuart Malone on December 24, 2020, 04:36:14 AM
Beautiful work Ian.  I have this kit as well but I have never worked up the gumption to dive in.  It's definitely a commitment to finish one.

Stuart