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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: Brad Cancian on August 25, 2016, 01:44:43 PM

Title: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: Brad Cancian on August 25, 2016, 01:44:43 PM: Hello all – here is my latest completion – the Flashback 1/72 scale Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter. This was built out of the box, in the markings of N5241 of the 4th Escadrille, Royal Belgian Aeronautique Militaire, 1917. These aircraft were obtained by the Belgians from the British and saw a long service life, so I went for a weathered look. The decals came from a mixture of the Blue Rider sheet BR-236 “Royal Belgian Aeronautique Militaire 1914-1918” and the spares box.

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/bradcancian/1-72%20Sopwith%20Strutter/72strutter12_zpsksi4ctch.jpg)
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/bradcancian/1-72%20Sopwith%20Strutter/72strutter13_zpsclq9a6zr.jpg)
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/bradcancian/1-72%20Sopwith%20Strutter/72strutter14_zps3qbux8bi.jpg)
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/bradcancian/1-72%20Sopwith%20Strutter/72strutter15_zpszl6daq0t.jpg)
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/bradcancian/1-72%20Sopwith%20Strutter/72strutter16_zpsahb8ytww.jpg)
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/bradcancian/1-72%20Sopwith%20Strutter/72strutter17_zpsc2pidbtw.jpg)
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/bradcancian/1-72%20Sopwith%20Strutter/72strutter19_zpsb69ssjrn.jpg)
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/bradcancian/1-72%20Sopwith%20Strutter/72strutter20_zpsnpsuyjl5.jpg)
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/bradcancian/1-72%20Sopwith%20Strutter/72strutter18_zps0bd1dx8b.jpg)
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/bradcancian/1-72%20Sopwith%20Strutter/72strutter21_zpsdhhqed4x.jpg)

The kit was reasonable to build, however, be very careful fitting the struts – lots of test fitting is required and it took me a couple of tries. Even then, the wing isn’t quite at the right angle. Probably a combination of the kit and my poor construction skills…! Otherwise, it is a lovely kit straight out of the box.

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/bradcancian/1-72%20Sopwith%20Strutter/72strutter22_zpslss6rjns.jpg)

The build log is here - http://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=6821.0

All comments and criticisms welcome!

Thanks

BC
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: stefanbuss on August 25, 2016, 02:33:22 PM: I love everything on it - the weathererd look, the subtle way of doing the ribs, the photography, the model's tinyness (if such a thing exists - it's so cute).

Lovely. Very very well done.

S.
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: Des on August 25, 2016, 03:33:43 PM: A superb result Brad, the overall finish is excellent and the rigging is awesome for 1:72 scale, well done.

Des.
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: Manni on August 25, 2016, 04:19:57 PM: Wow, very,very nice.
What a skill. It is looking as if it is 1:32. Simply stunning.
Manni
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: Borsos on August 25, 2016, 05:14:41 PM: Brad, for a long time now I am admiring your models and this is just another masterpiece. As Manni said, it could go for 1/32.
kind regards
Borsos
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: Ssasho0 on August 25, 2016, 06:58:04 PM: Brad,

If you don't say that this is 1/72, someone may easily be fooled into thinking that it is 1/32 :) The pic with the Humbrol can was shocking even though I knew it is 1/72 scale!
Keep up the good work

Best regards,
Sasho
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: PrzemoL on August 25, 2016, 07:11:01 PM: Very very fine modelling, Brad. Great to see this one completed to such high standard. I like the weathering and shading especially.
Congratulations and I am looking forward for more of your spectacular builds.
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: IanB on August 25, 2016, 11:02:17 PM: That is absolutely gorgeous Brad. Nice subtle weathering and the rigging is nice and taut...I have one in my stash and if comes out even half as good I'll be well chuffed!

Ian
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: RAGIII on August 25, 2016, 11:23:06 PM: Quote from: Ssasho0 on August 25, 2016, 06:58:04 PM
Brad,

If you don't say that this is 1/72, someone may easily be fooled into thinking that it is 1/32 :) The pic with the Humbrol can was shocking even though I knew it is 1/72 scale!
Keep up the good work

Best regards,
Sasho

Brad, I agree with Sasho! The only thing I need to know is where you get Pint cans of Humbro; ::) A truly stunning model!!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: Thumbs up on August 26, 2016, 12:40:53 AM: Such a refined palette .......Masterpiece!
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: lcarroll on August 26, 2016, 03:38:15 AM: Superb modelling right across the board: beautiful work Brad, and congratulations on another really spectacular model!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: Jacek on August 26, 2016, 04:58:53 AM: Fantastic model.
Congratulations.
Jacek
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: coyotemagic on August 26, 2016, 04:59:14 AM: Truly stunning, Brad! Your shading and weathering are superb and the Belgian scheme is unique and eye-catching. I love everything about it. I just finished a Roden Strutter in French livery, but now, after seeing yours, I want to do another.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: Brad Cancian on August 26, 2016, 07:38:32 AM: Thanks for the very kind words everyone! ;D
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: WarrenD on August 26, 2016, 08:44:56 AM: Brad, as always, it's just superb.

Warren
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: bobs_buckles on August 27, 2016, 07:19:37 AM: My eyes my eyes!!
Lovely work, Brad. A joy to behold ;)

vB
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: steveb on August 27, 2016, 11:50:39 AM: Wow! Very nice!
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: stevehed on August 28, 2016, 02:19:07 AM: I really like this one. The Belgian AF offers some decent alternatives to the more usual British or French offerings. Been considering a Belgian Pup.

Regards, Steve
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: lone modeller on August 28, 2016, 05:23:52 AM: What can I add? This is a stunning model in every way - if it were not for the tin of paint I would have thought that it was at least 1/48 scale.

Stephen.
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: P.P. on August 29, 2016, 06:44:19 PM: It's just marvelous build. A pleasure to see it.
Regards,
P
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: steveb on September 01, 2016, 12:31:57 PM: I really like how this came out!

Steve
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: Monty on September 02, 2016, 05:27:11 AM: That is a truly beautiful, detailed, and extremely well weathered model Brad! A joy to behold! Well done! Marc
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: Brad Cancian on September 02, 2016, 06:07:34 AM: Many thanks again everyone! ;D
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: Syd Solo on September 09, 2016, 10:29:12 PM: You and Prez are contributing to me developing an inferiority complex. Another attractive and high quality build, showing just how good this scale can be.
Syd
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: Mmarchal on September 10, 2016, 06:14:31 PM: Very cool little model, nice paint job.
Title: Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
Post by: Wolf on October 17, 2016, 10:57:49 PM: Amazing work!