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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Under Construction => Paper and Card models => Topic started by: rhallinger on July 14, 2021, 06:26:46 AM
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Hello paper model fans! Since Dan is sharing his Albatros D.V paper kit build right now, I have decided to do a build log for this Hanriot HD-1 to see if we can generate more interest in paper models of WWI aircraft. Spoiler alert! The kit is finished, but I took photos along the way so I will share the process in hopes of encouraging others. These kits are really inexpensive, and no painting necessary, plus you can get some types that are just not available in plastic, so why not take the plunge?
Here is the kit:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51076693228_eef5c34405_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kPtppS)Hanriot HD-1 3/27/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kPtppS) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51008205575_7f0f10c0e5_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kHqoqg)Hanriot HD-1 3/27/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kHqoqg) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51077392116_c41cb4da44_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kPwZaE)Hanriot HD-1 3/27/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kPwZaE) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
We'll get started with the engine:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51077488322_47096b9595_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kPxtLo)Hanriot HD-1 3/27/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kPxtLo) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51077488317_7e6538e2d0_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kPxtLi)Hanriot HD-1 3/27/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kPxtLi) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
The copper tubes are styrene rod bent and formed to shape.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51080804933_b6beb395df_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kPQtFk)Hanriot HD-1 paper kit (https://flic.kr/p/2kPQtFk) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51008205425_c741a8932f_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kHqonF)Hanriot HD-1 3/27/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kHqonF) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
Most of the engine will be hidden behind the circular cowling, so I am not adding any further detail, as it will be mostly invisible anyway. I tend to be more of a "look and feel" modeler rather than a super-detail guy, although I appreciate the effort of the super-detailers in our midst. I'm just lazy. ;D
More to follow!
Best,
Bob
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Nice, Bob. Who cares if it's done? The pictures tell the story. I like your point about oddball subjects available in paper too. The other thing is that when done carefully, these really do stack up well to even WNW models and since they are kaput... ::) ;D
Looking forward to the rest of your pictures...Fellow Paper Nut,
Dan
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Thanks Dan!
Some basic bulkheads and beginning the cowling:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51081593002_4119a265bb_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kPUvWJ)Hanriot HD-1 paper kit (https://flic.kr/p/2kPUvWJ) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51081501766_671ba26b55_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kPU3PG)Hanriot HD-1 paper kit (https://flic.kr/p/2kPU3PG) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51086806237_195d7c4de2_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kQneE6)Hanriot under construction (https://flic.kr/p/2kQneE6) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
Upon gluing the successive rings, the inside was coated with AC to provide some rigidity. Then, auto primer, sand, repeat until a smooth surface is obtained, then airbrush with silver acrylic paint, and you end up with something like this:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51111285829_5865b39f1b_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kSwGA2)1/33 Paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/12/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kSwGA2) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51114703972_2433f65520_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kSQdFw)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/14/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kSQdFw) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
That's all for today. On to the fuselage and tail feathers next.
Bob
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Nice job on the cowl, Bob.
Gene K
(I assume you meant "CA" when you wrote "AC")
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Thanks Gene! Yes, indeed it was CA I used. Fingers don't always type what I want them to. ;)
Here's a little more progress on the fuselage and tail planes. Pretty much OTB ("out of the booklet") for these parts:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51093015239_98284b1811_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kQV4nR)1/33 Hanriot (https://flic.kr/p/2kQV4nR) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51093032692_51475b3ffa_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kQV9yL)1/33 Hanriot (https://flic.kr/p/2kQV9yL) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51080804963_8ab4ce312a_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kPQtFR)Hanriot HD-1 paper kit (https://flic.kr/p/2kPQtFR) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51081501801_45e49ad135_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kPU3Qi)Hanriot HD-1 paper kit (https://flic.kr/p/2kPU3Qi) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
As you can see, I backed the bulkheads with 1/32 balsa as an does, for added strength. I also added a balsa spacer on the cockpit floor to support the lower wings when they are attached. The kit did not provide any bulkheads for the rear portion of the fuselage aft of the cockpit, so I added my own. I also had a slight problem with the kit turtledeck not fitting as well as I liked (probably my construction errors catching up with me), so I carefully removed the part and copied a new one at the office copier, resizing it to fit better. We'll see how that turns out. More soon.
Best regards,
Bob
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I don't know how I missed this one until now but it is looking Fantastic! Looking forward to more as always.
RAGIII
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Thanks Rick! This model is relatively well-designed, although like most paper kits it requires some careful and deliberate forethought on construction, as the instructions are not in English, and not likely all that helpful even if they were. ;) The fit is pretty good, and the turtledeck issue was of my own making, moving too quickly as I sometimes do. Repeated test fitting and precision are required before gluing--no shortcuts or haste!
More work on the fuselage and tail:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51083260273_6001bb7331_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kQ44yM)Hanriot under construction (https://flic.kr/p/2kQ44yM) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
The rudder required a wire rod to help secure it to the fuselage frame. You'll see the full assemblage in later progress.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51113315404_96b97022a7_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kSH6UG)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/13/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kSH6UG) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
Here is the fuselage closed up and the two segments joined, along with the lower wings folded and attached. I lightly embossed the ribs from the underside of the wings before folding. The fuselage joint line is a bit dark and heavy, but I am not going to worry about it. I suppose I could find some matching paint to mute it if it bothers me later.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51110970862_8d27a9988a_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kSv5Xy)1/33 Paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/12/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kSv5Xy) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
You can also see the new turtledeck and headrest fairing in place. I think they look pretty good. In this last shot, you can see the somewhat fiddley fuselage longerons that support the rudder and enclose the tail skid. I backed these with additional card stock so they would be less likely to bend or tear.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51114346950_a117f83ab0_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kSNoxY)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/13/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kSNoxY) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
That's it for today. More soon.
Best regards,
Bob
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Nice clean work Bob , lovely outcome on the cowl :)
Alexis
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Lovely subject. Paper models are always fascinating, thank you for sharing your build log.
Ciao
Giuseppe
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Thanks Alexis and Guiseppe! I have really enjoyed this kit. Always wanted an HD-1, but none in 1/32 plastic (yet). This is a nice alternative.
Here is the kit tailskid. I added a brass wire to secure it to the rear fuselage bulkhead, as there is no other attachment point. I just noticed there are some metal fittings on the skid that I should probably go back and paint. ;)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51112993222_dd2b127c09_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kSFs8Q)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/13/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kSFs8Q) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51112993277_b8de807e50_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kSFs9M)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/13/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kSFs9M) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51114346930_bdfe06a57e_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kSNoxC)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/13/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kSNoxC) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
The hanging thread is EZ-Line for rigging the tail. I use elastic thread almost exclusively for paper models, as their light weight construction would not tolerate the heavier tension of monofilament (at least it seems so to me). The camera really shows the rough spots of paper construction, but with a little pencil or marker touch up it looks pretty good to the Mk.I eyeball from a foot or two away. ;D
Here is the fin and rudder added and rigged. I used Evergreen strip for the stabilizer struts, because it looks a little crisper than the paper ones:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51114704042_0d8520eda6_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kSQdGJ)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/14/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kSQdGJ) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51116058685_74a627ab3a_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kSXaoD)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/14/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kSXaoD) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51115020184_51780e746d_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kSRQFs)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/14/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kSRQFs) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
Time to work on the front end next.
Best regards,
Bob
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Excellent work on the tail Bob :)
Alexis
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After I turned aluminum cowling on a lathe I'm deeply impressed about the great cowling you made by using some stripes of paper :o
Wonderful work!
Cheers,
Frank
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Great job on those tails, Bob. I too like that elastic thread for the same reasons. Until I build a 1/33rd scale Staaken which will need 1/4 inch cables.
Dan ;)
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Outstanding work on the tail surface Bobs. Really looks sharp!
RAGIII
PS: Sorry about the original wrong name thing :'(
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Thanks to all for the words of encouragement. Time for another update.
Here is the engine ensconced in the cowling:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51114703972_2433f65520_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kSQdFw)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/14/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kSQdFw) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
Although the paper strips of the cowling leave a large vent on the bottom, photos of the prototype show two other vents below and offset from the main vent. These would have been very difficult to actually cut from the paper, so I decided to just add a sleight-of-hand representation after the cowling was finished and painted by using black decal stock cut to shape (the tool & die punch makes nice rounded ends!) applied in the correct position. I think it is a reasonably effective representation.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51114704002_f146a86e2f_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kSQdG3)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/14/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kSQdG3) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
The cowling/engine was glued in place on the firewall, and I added some additional detail to the front end of the fuselage.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51116836272_92eff0820e_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kT29xj)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/15/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kT29xj) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51117150859_77944e0947_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kT3L4e)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/15/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kT3L4e) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51118197025_abb017e80a_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kT983z)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/15/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kT983z) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
The air intake tubes are Evergreen styrene tube reamed out with an appropriate drill bit to a thinner wall appearance, then painted before being glued in place. I also used extra colored stock from the kit to cut out and add access hatches in the correct location. I just left the printed ones there, although they are not in the right place as far as I can tell.
That's it for now. More soon!
Cheers,
Bob
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What a Stunning Model! I can see why so many want an injected kit of this Bird. Beautiful work Bob!
RAGIII
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Time for wings for this bird! Here is the top wing, ribs embossed from the back and folded over. This wing is a bit tricky due to the significant dihedral apparent on the HD-1. I scored the bottom lightly on the inside to allow a fold, then split the centerline of the top wing to allow the flex and slight overlap necessary to accommodate the angle upwards on both sides of center. Although I don't have photos of it, the balsa wing spar was scored and cracked to form the approximate dihedral angle before it was glued to the inside bottom of the top wing. It came out pretty well I think, although installed photos show that it could probably have taken a bit more angle. Nonetheless, it still looks pretty good and approximates the appearance of an HD-1.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51123156261_942cbf75b9_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kTzxfD)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/17/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kTzxfD) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51123954115_d2dbdb95f1_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kTDCqK)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/17/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kTDCqK) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
. . . and rested in place just for fun. I really like the colors of the Italian markings.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51122903969_20e63710b7_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kTyffM)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/17/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kTyffM) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
I'm working on the wheels also, along with the struts. The wheels are the kit covers copied onto paper, slit to allow a slight conical fold, and appropriately-sized rubber O-rings glued to balsa circles. The conical covers are then glued to both sides of the balsa wheel core. The struts are the paper card parts from the kit.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51123156246_4ae403f747_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kTzxfo)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/17/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kTzxfo) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
Here she is with the top wing in place and the outer cabanes installed. The interplane struts have a wire in the center which provides rigidity and a positive attachment point to both wings. The cabanes are just glued in place at the appropriate spots. As you can see from this front shot, the interplane struts on the HD-1 were angled both outward and forward quite a bit. Gives it a fast and sort of rakish look! ;D
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51125502085_152fc8fa21_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kTMyzT)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/18/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kTMyzT) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51125502405_7038848e37_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kTMyFp)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/18/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kTMyFp) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51124131307_dcbeda124c_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kTEx6M)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/18/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kTEx6M) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
Time for rigging, which will be up next, then undercarriage.
Cheers,
Bob
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Su-Weet, Bob. Dead sexy machine. I really think you did a great job on this one. Just think what Marco could do with this one!
Dan
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Thanks Dan! The Hanriot is a very sleek and lovely aircraft, and rather petite. I would love to see a Marco repaint of this one--so many great schemes, both Italian and Belgian. A Marco repaint would look like a superbly finished WNW build. We can only wish!
Best,
Bob
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Just think what Marco could do with this one!
For the unwashed, who is Marco?
Gene K
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She is looking very sexy indeed ! Fantastic job on the top wing :)
Alexis
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Just think what Marco could do with this one!
For the unwashed, who is Marco?
Marco (Matt77) is a fine artist who has done "repaints" of paper kits designed by others (digital computer graphics, i believe), and they are gorgeous. See here:
https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=11479.0
https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=11202.0
https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=10995.0
https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=11136.0
These are beautiful paper kit renderings, and we hope that Marco will continue to make new models available. He is like the Wingnut Wings of WWI paper models. Anything i missed Dan?
Best,
Bob
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Marco (Matt77) ... .
Thanks. I have all of Matt77s repaints.
Gene K
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Bob is right...those are beauties. I'm glad you've got them, Gene!! 8)
Dan
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The aircraft looks Beautiful with the upper wing Mounted. Awesome work!
RAGIII
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The rigging is EZ-Line elastic thread affixed to Von Buckles eyelets, all attached with CA.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51127335867_ffd6f0473d_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kTWXGP)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/20/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kTWXGP) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
The Vickers is a plastic spare from some kit. I do not have Dan's patience or perseverance to make these out of paper when I have a plastic spare. ;)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51127335957_ad394e1b2c_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kTWXJn)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/20/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kTWXJn) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51127335967_d4c319f8bf_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kTWXJx)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, 4/20/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kTWXJx) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
The landing gear struts proved to be a modest stumbling block, as the printed kit struts were far to long--which I noticed after I had glued them together with wire inserts. Fortunately, I had copies of those parts, and made cut down new parts from the silver color stock supplied by the kit for fixes and touch ups. The new struts fit much better and the aircraft sits properly on them.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51132542117_f81e9f402d_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kUpDkK)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, finished, 4/23/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kUpDkK) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51133214471_51b47da120_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kUt6d4)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, finished, 4/23/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kUt6d4) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
Next up is the prop, again a plastic spare, and she will be done. More pics soon.
Cheers,
Bob
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One would swea that is is a plastic kit , outstanding so far ! :)
Alexis
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Excellent work, Bob. The landing gear looks fantastic. Good tip.
Those guns are a real pain...a plastic substitute is in order at times! ::)
Dan
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Thanks Alexis, Dan and Rick! I'll post the final pics soon. I am very pleased with how this came together, and I finally have a 1/32 (almost!) Hanriot! I really like the Italian colors. Now, if Marco could only repaint this into the Belgian schemes . . . ;D
Cheers,
Bob
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The 1/33 Hanriot HD-1 in Italian service is complete. I added a plastic prop appropriately painted to complete this paper model. This model represents a Macchi license-built HD-1, No. 6234, of the 76th Squadriglia, based at Istrana in December 1917 and piloted by Georgio Michetti. A lovely aircraft.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51133991179_2392e783b2_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kUx56z)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, finished, 4/23/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kUx56z) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51132544642_1c75e88b8f_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kUpE6h)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1 (https://flic.kr/p/2kUpE6h) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51133216801_64a86bfe2c_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kUt6Ue)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1 (https://flic.kr/p/2kUt6Ue) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51133216811_9b53049e1b_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kUt6Up)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1 (https://flic.kr/p/2kUt6Up) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51133430888_1ca9090d2f_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kUucxo)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1 (https://flic.kr/p/2kUucxo) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
. . . and some scenic shots.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51137291299_b6d2daf053_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kUPZ7c)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, final, 4/24/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kUPZ7c) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51136732713_2fda37fbc2_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kUM84p)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, final, 4/24/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kUM84p) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51137625375_b12ad50371_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kURGq8)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, final, 4/24/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kURGq8) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51136517076_6733377d60_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kUL1Xw)1/33 paper Hanriot HD-1, final, 4/24/21 (https://flic.kr/p/2kUL1Xw) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
I enjoyed building this kit, and I hope this build log inspires others to have a go at a paper kit. They are inexpensive, require minimal tools, and build up into very nice replicas. There are some free downloads from Matt77 (Marco) under the paper models section of this forum, or you can purchase a booklet kit easily online. Dan (NinetythirdLiberator) has some helpful YouTube video tutorials to provide guidance and tips. Give it a try!
Best regards,
Bob
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It was truly an joyous adventure watching this one come together Bob . The end results our outstanding , has to be your best yet and now I'm curious to what is next ?
Alexis
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Super nice, Bob. The lines are so pretty. And I think the wheels are really well done!
Keep up the great work. Long live paper!
Dan
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I enjoyed building this kit, and I hope this build log inspires others to have a go at a paper kit.
Well done, Bob.
Gene K
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Thanks Alexis, Dan and Gene! Next up? Having just finished up a heritage build of a 1/48 Otaki P-40E Aleutian Tiger (a kit I've wanted to build for 50 years!), I am returning to WWI plastic by attempting to convert a WNW DH.9A Ninack into a DH-4 Liberty Plane of the USAS 50th Aero Squadron, representing the Medal of Honor mission to relieve the "Lost Battalion." I really like the paint scheme and markings of this aircraft.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51361003388_28a12687e0_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2mfAyVb)DH4 Liberty Plane (https://flic.kr/p/2mfAyVb) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51361793460_81469b000c_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2mfEBM7)DH4 Liberty Plane (https://flic.kr/p/2mfEBM7) by Robert Hallinger (https://www.flickr.com/photos/188152442@N04/), on Flickr
I have the Windsock Datafile on the DH-4 Liberty Plane, and the issue of Over the Front above has lots of good closeup photos, so I have enough information. This conversion will require significant surgery on the fuselage, cowling and interior of the Ninack, and most likely some vacuforming (new cowling and parts of top deck). I'm looking forward to the challenge. It will also require a good deal of forethought and problem-solving. I realize that the wings of the Ninack are slightly longer than those of the DH-4, and the chord as well, but I am not going to bother about that, as I am going for the look and feel rather than precision. Someone suggested that I could use the wings from the WNW DH.9 kit, which apparently are the same as the DH-4, but I can't see sacrificing a second $200+ dollar OOP kit for the sake of a few centimeters on wings this long already. Close enough will have to do.
After the DH-4, the current plan is to return to paper with the Igualada paper kit of Frank Luke's SPAD XIII no.26. This is essentially the same kit Dan recently completed in a French scheme, and his accolades for the kit have moved it to the top of my paper kit list.
Thanks for all of your support on the Hanriot build. Much appreciated. Take care everyone.
Best regards,
Bob
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I seem to have missed the end of your project until now Bob. What a Gorgeous aircraft Model you have made! The rigging is awesome as is the construction. Beautiful work.
RAGIII
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After the DH-4, the current plan is to return to paper with the Igualada paper kit of Frank Luke's SPAD XIII no.26.
Great to hear! ;D
Gene K
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Yup...I'm with Gene on this front! ;D
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First time I take a peek in Paper and Card models.
What a beautiful model this has become Bob!
I made myself promise that I would stick to the V/1500, but I have succumbed.
I ordered the Vickers Vimy from Modelik.... 8)
Willem
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That's wonderful Willem! I have not yet tackled a paper kit of a large bomber, although I have a few in my paper stash (Ilya Muromets, Caproni Ca.3, Gotha G.IV). I'm practicing on smaller craft first! I wish you well on the Vimy.
Best regards,
Bob
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Hello Willem!
Nice choice! Love the Vimy. Please do let us know and post as you start...these things are addictive and really, really fun.
Dan
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The goodies have arrived! I ordered it on the 12th and it was delivered on the 16th, that's really fast!
I also ordered the extra's. At first I thought it was laser-cut wood (silly me!), but it is cardboard.
(https://i.postimg.cc/T36PZGfq/Vimy.jpg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/qBWqxyFF/Vimy-extra-s.jpg)
I won't be starting it anytime soon though, the HP V/1500 takes up all of my time and taking up a second project would slow it down even more.
I'll be following you guys building these fantastic paper and card models closely though!
Cheers,
Willem
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This is awesome Willem! I've been eyeing that model for a couple of years so I will follow along with popcorn and lots of Mt. Dew. What a cool plane that will be...
Dan