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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: Mike Norris on June 09, 2021, 04:19:21 AM
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Hi all,
I thought you might like to see my 1:32 scale build - The German ‘Hansa-Brandenburg W.20’.
This model is from ‘Omega Models’ and is resin.
This aircraft was a single seat float, designed to be carried in a water tight container on a type of submarine.
The intention was to surface and remove the aircraft from its container, assemble it then launch it for reconnaissance missions.
After landing near the submarine, it was be taken onboard, disassembled and stowed back in its container.
The special submarines were never built before hostilities ceased and the three prototypes were eventually put into storage.
The basic list of changes/additions to the model are:
Engine:
The resin engine replaced with the equivalent engine from ‘Wingnut Wings and detailed with Nickel-Silver valve push rods and copper wire ignition leads.
Propeller:
The resin propeller was replaced with a special made wood laminate from ‘ProperPlane’.
Modified or corrected:
All wing, float and tailplane resin struts were replaced with hand made Brass Tube struts with internal Brass rod.
The entire engine support frame was hand made using Brass tube and rod.
Rigging is 0.08 mm or 0.12 mm diameter mono-filament with ‘GasPatch’ 1:48th scale turnbuckles and 0.5 mm or 0.4 mm diameter blackened Brass tube.
Animation of the ailerons, rudder and elevators achieved by cutting out with Brass rod supports.
The beaching trolley and trestle were scratch built, apart from the wheels which were from a 'Kellerkind' model.
Aftermarket additions:
‘Aviattic’ Clear linen effect (ATT32236).
‘Aviattic’ German Naval Hex (faded) (ATT32113).
‘GasPatch’ Elite Accessories 1:48th scale metal Turnbuckles.
‘Wings Cockpit Figures’ 1:32 scale Seated pilot (LSK 07A).
‘Elan Miniatures’ 1:32 scale German Naval pilot (EL19).
‘Elan Miniatures’ 1:32 scale RFC Mechanic (modified) (EL41).
Coastal Kits’ 1:32 scale Abandoned Airfield Display Base (modified for 3D effect).
As usual I've created a downloadable build log in Adobe PDF format, for those who might want to refer to it for reference or build details. It contains full step by step descriptions of the model build, its modifications/changes and is also supported with illustrations and photographs. If viewed in Adobe Reader, each build log has book marked chapters/headings for easier navigation through the log.
My model website has the gallery page, so to view any model, go to the gallery and select it. If it has a PDF build log, it will be available to download using the 'PDF' icon on that models photo's page. For any photograph, just click the photo to enlarge or reduce the viewing size.
Mikes WW1 Aircraft Models (http://igavh2.xara.hosting)
Mike
(https://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/HB-W.20/800shots/W20done1.jpg)
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Awesome build Mike and Fantastic display!
RAGIII
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I have this one on my to do list, seeing yours makes me want to start now! That is simply a first class model in every way - and it shows clearly just how small those machines were.
Stephen.
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Great result Mike, very nice!
Kent
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Beautiful job Mike!
The attention to detail is as always superlative!
Cheers,
Hugh
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Great, bravo
greetings
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Great modelling, especially bearing in mind the quality of the raw kit. I like the final result very much, especially interesting is to see the rotary engine with its installations totally exposed, a rare view. Many thanks, Mike, for sharing the build log and the spectacular model.
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Wonderful result from a very unpromising kit. Nice vignette display.
I certainly wouldn't fancy trying to assemble that on a narrow deck even on the calmest sea - losing essential split pins over the side. I think you have got the pilot's expression absolutely right! "OK I'll take it up this once, just don't ask me to fly the damn thing again!"
Sandy
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Simply outstanding, Mike -
I would love the modelling skills of you blokes .......!!
Regards
Dave
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Astonishing build mike. My hat is off in front of this beauty.
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Absolutely love everything about it Mike, wonderful engineering, finishing and beautifully painted figures. That is very special.
Richie
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Another example by a very talented modeller , well done Mike :)
Alexis
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Incredible detail on your model, Mike. Congrats on a very nice build. You carry things to a very high level indeed.
Cheers,
Gary
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Great work here, as usual, Mike. The figures add to the sense of realism.
This looks like quite a small aircraft.
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Beautiful result, Mike. The struts for the engine is terrific. The complete model looks great with all your improvements.
Bye, Manni
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Very cool Mike. Since I've looked at your website a number of times and hadn't spoken to you before, I just wanted to let you how impressed I am by your work area, your models and the wonderful way you document everything. You set the bar very high.
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Add my compliments to all of the above
Ed
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Spectacular build, flying boats are awesome, hats off to you sir!
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Only just seen this. Super build, Mike :o
Bob
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Great job, Mike -
That was a surpringly small aeroplane!
Regards
Dave