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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: eclarson on April 19, 2012, 03:18:56 AM

Title: The one that got me started - DML 1/48 Fokker Dr.1
Post by: eclarson on April 19, 2012, 03:18:56 AM

The Dr.1 is one of my favorite WWI aircraft and knowing that, a friend who insisted I build something from that era, sent me the 1/48 DML kit as a gift several years ago.  This was my first step into the wonderful world of aircraft with more than one wing!

Like many, FOR (Fear of Rigging) was a big factor in my avoidance of such aircraft so the limited amount on the Triplane makes it an excellent first subject for a would-be WWI modeler.  The task is made even easier by DML's use of fine stainless wire and their method of installation.  Not the most accurate, but very easily done.

This model was also a test bed for learning to work with acrylic paints (Mister Kit) and artist oil paints for both wood simulation on the interior and the notorious Fokker streaked camo.  What you see here was accomplished after many trials, errors, weeping, and gnashing of teeth!   :)

If I recall correctly, the decals were from Eagle Strike.  I must also admit that I "cheated" a bit with the prop as it is a carved wood piece I purchased through Copper State Models.  I merely had to add the hub detail from a photo-etched set.

(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg61/elarson1123/PB050001.jpg)

(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg61/elarson1123/PB050005.jpg)

(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg61/elarson1123/PB050008.jpg)

(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg61/elarson1123/PB050004.jpg)

(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg61/elarson1123/PB050009.jpg)

Cheers,
Eric

Title: Re: The one that got me started - DML 1/48 Fokker Dr.1
Post by: GAJouette on April 19, 2012, 06:28:50 AM

  Eric,
Outstanding Tripe my friend.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette

Title: Re: The one that got me started - DML 1/48 Fokker Dr.1
Post by: Epeeman on April 19, 2012, 08:11:06 AM

Nice one!

Yes, rigging a biplane is probably the most demanding part - I'm still learning myself!

Dave

Title: Re: The one that got me started - DML 1/48 Fokker Dr.1
Post by: Whiteknuckles on April 19, 2012, 11:22:28 AM

Nice Tripe Eric, good to see a Dr.1 to get my off my proverbial and get into mine.

Andrew

Title: Re: The one that got me started - DML 1/48 Fokker Dr.1
Post by: RAGIII on April 20, 2012, 02:22:19 AM

Nicely done!
RAGIII

Title: Re: The one that got me started - DML 1/48 Fokker Dr.1
Post by: coyotemagic on April 21, 2012, 03:55:07 AM

Absolutely gorgeous, Eric.  Love the scheme.
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: The one that got me started - DML 1/48 Fokker Dr.1
Post by: Pete Nottingham on April 23, 2012, 07:18:14 AM

Beautiful Dr.1 Eric, I love the streaked camoflage.

Cheers

Pete.

Title: Re: The one that got me started - DML 1/48 Fokker Dr.1
Post by: Fokker boy on May 28, 2012, 05:56:34 AM

I too am drawn to the Dr.I, and yours looks great.

Title: Re: The one that got me started - DML 1/48 Fokker Dr.1
Post by: pepperman42 on May 28, 2012, 09:40:33 AM

Its a cult classic!!! Nicely done.

Steve