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Title: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on May 18, 2017, 06:55:05 AM: Thanks to the CSM team I have a huge pleasure of building the brand new F.K. 8 kits. I must admit that the number, as well as the quality of details, is breathtaking and if the fit as good as in the case of the Caudron model I`m expecting a pure joy. The decals have been designed by Melius Manu - you may probably know them since they produce high-quality custom made decals - and printed by Cartograf. There are two sheets - the main one with cockades etc. and a tiny one with an absolutely gorgeous prop logo and a nameplate (printed using metallic colours). The prop logos are pieces of art in my opinion! What`s more in the premium edition you get a resin Beardmore engine and superb metal exhausts. Both kits represent different versions of the plane: Mid and Late. The most visible difference between them are the huge radiators and Oleo undercarriage in Mid version. The nose in the model is designed as PE - so taking engine covers is super simple. Due to its complicated nature there are spares in brass PE sheet!!! In total there are three separate sheets of the PE!
The wire fittings are there (yeah!) The instruction sheet is very clear and printed in colour. I think the most colourful schemes are already in both kits, so I`ll have a problem with choosing which one I want to build ;)

The overall quality of the kit seems superb so it`s high time to build both of them right away ;)

An inbox contents:
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(http://i.imgur.com/ovfvQFS.jpg)

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(http://i.imgur.com/QTNnGiU.jpg)

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Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Des on May 18, 2017, 08:30:43 AM: Excellent Filip, great to see another of these beautiful kits being built here, looking forward to seeing your work progress.

Des.
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: RAGIII on May 18, 2017, 08:33:21 AM: Looking forward to what I am sure will be your usual Informative build!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Nigel Jackson on May 18, 2017, 09:05:32 PM: I can't wait to see how you dispense your magic with this one, Filip. Not least because I'm hoping that the kids will decide that it would make a great Father's Day present.

Best wishes
Nigel
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: coyotemagic on May 19, 2017, 04:14:04 AM: So glad to see you getting started on these wonderful kits, Filip! We now have 3 or 4 of these going and it will be fun and informative to follow them all. Just a word of warning: when painting the interior, take care to keep paint off the mating surfaces. Tolerances are VERY close. Special care is need on part A7, the engine bearers. The sides will protrude through the fuselage sides, so mask the ends when painting, otherwise you will need to scrape paint off these delicate parts in order to allow the ends to pass through the sides. Test fit them and you'll see what I mean. These are beautifully engineered kits and if proper care is taken, the fit is remarkable. As good as or better than WNW.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on June 28, 2017, 06:45:24 PM: Many thanks for your comments and I`m so sorry to reply them that late... but better late than never right ?;)
Time has NOT been on my side lately.
The kit comes together brilliantly, the fit is so good that parts stick together without glue. WnW builders are probably used to that but for me, it`s something totally new.
Here`s the part of the cockpits. Some more to come in no time (at least I hope so ;)

(http://i1055.photobucket.com/albums/s520/xmald/Armstrong%20Whitworth%20FK8%20mid/FK%208%20mid%2010_zpsycbr7emh.jpg)

(http://i1055.photobucket.com/albums/s520/xmald/Armstrong%20Whitworth%20FK8%20mid/FK%208%20mid%2011_zpslxu7nryf.jpg)

(http://i1055.photobucket.com/albums/s520/xmald/Armstrong%20Whitworth%20FK8%20mid/FK%208%20mid%2013_zpstqxltdir.jpg)

(http://i1055.photobucket.com/albums/s520/xmald/Armstrong%20Whitworth%20FK8%20mid/FK%208%20mid%2012_zpsawx4vxqy.jpg)
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Des on June 28, 2017, 07:36:56 PM: Very nicely done Filip, looking forward to seeing your next progress photos, your build is at the same stage mine is at the moment (I did my fuel tank brass, probably not correct but I like brass :))

Des.
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Adam on June 28, 2017, 08:04:32 PM: It's looking very good, I'm waiting for the next pictures.

Adam.
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Borsos on June 28, 2017, 08:13:44 PM: Awesome progress, Filip! This is a very nice interior and promises to get another one of your masterpieces.
Borsos
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Juan on June 28, 2017, 09:36:04 PM: Excellent job/progress. Looking forward to your next post.
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Jacek on June 29, 2017, 05:54:23 AM: Fantasticly made interior.
Congratulations.
Jacek
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: PrzemoL on June 29, 2017, 07:30:31 AM: Great to see you back at the modelling, Filip. Fine progress on the interior!
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: KrzysiekK on June 29, 2017, 07:14:57 PM: Great to have you back!
regards
K
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: RAGIII on June 29, 2017, 11:25:53 PM: Gorgeous work on your interior! As always I am looking forward to the next phase of your build!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: coyotemagic on June 30, 2017, 03:20:14 AM: Stunning work on the interior, Filip!
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on July 01, 2017, 04:11:02 AM: Due to the Photobucket`s rip off I need to move all my pics somewhere else...
I guess a lot of you are in the same position.

(http://i.imgur.com/FSfZtaD.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/SdfiEfG.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/ALkidvx.jpg)

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Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: lone modeller on July 01, 2017, 04:15:47 AM: Excellent start to an excellent kit.

Stephen.
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on July 04, 2017, 11:57:55 PM: Thanks for your kind words!

Here`s another update. I`ve done the absolutely superb instrument panel and the seat. I`ve also added some control wires. The instrument panel decals are the best ones I`ve had the pleasure to use so far. They fit like a charm and they are almost readable. MeliusManu has done a great job here. The kit is a true joy to build so far and I don`t expect it to change.

(http://i.imgur.com/VAgsavK.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/wzQWOlk.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/UmoQB6G.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/tt6c30i.jpg)
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Jorgo on July 05, 2017, 05:54:22 AM: Best modeling, as always Filip!

Jörg
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Des on July 05, 2017, 07:47:48 AM: Your work continues to amaze me Filip, I agree totally with you regarding the instrument decals, absolutely superb, the best I have ever seen and used.

Des.
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on July 08, 2017, 03:46:28 AM: Many thanks Jörg and Des!
In the meanwhile, I`m working on the Beardmore 160HP resin engine. I think it`s very nice with all the details like the spark plugs and the PE rocker arms.
The plastic one is also very decent. There is one thing that made my heart beat faster with joy - the little nameplate decal printed on a separate sheet - I think becuase there are some metallic colours used.
The engine in the pictures is built OOB with an extensive weathering. Now, I`m planning to add some wires, pipes and an oil tank - which will be similar to the Beardmore used with the FE2B flying replica. I use the pictures of the latter taken by Jamo_kiwi.
What do you think - may I use them and apply an analogy to the F.K.?
It`s important because I want to leave some of the cowling off to show the engine.
The resin Beardmore is great but pictures show a lot of spots, where I need to do touch ups.

(http://i.imgur.com/QjfjHv2.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/T6hh0EH.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/POTgiPa.jpg)
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: coyotemagic on July 08, 2017, 03:50:28 AM: Beautiful work on the engine, Filip!
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: RAGIII on July 08, 2017, 10:50:19 AM: Interior and engine are looking fantastic! With so many of these lovely kits being built it is amazing that they all look great but just a tad different!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on July 10, 2017, 08:07:27 PM: Thanks, Bud and Rick!
This kit is really superb - everything comes together nicely and almost without putty. I`ve started to add plumbing and wiring to the Beardmore. The right side is almost done, now I need to work on the right side.

(http://i.imgur.com/vLiieki.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/NIo9I1J.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/69yChjF.jpg)

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Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: miecio52 on July 11, 2017, 02:28:07 PM: Beautiful work Filip. :)
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Des on July 11, 2017, 02:51:55 PM: Lovely work on the engine Filip, I went with the plastic engine and found it to be very good.

Des.
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: aliluke on July 11, 2017, 07:27:36 PM: By all examples - yours and Des' - this is a wonderful looking model in the hands of masters in both instances. Fabulous work. Love it.

Cheers,
Alistair
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Bughunter on July 12, 2017, 04:25:29 AM: Fantastic, I'm out of words!

Cheers,
Frank
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: RAGIII on July 12, 2017, 11:33:49 PM: Quote from: aliluke on July 11, 2017, 07:27:36 PM
By all examples - yours and Des' - this is a wonderful looking model in the hands of masters in both instances. Fabulous work. Love it.

Cheers,
Alistair

I agree completely but will include my Amigo Buds' build Just really looking Fantastic!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Borsos on July 13, 2017, 03:02:42 AM: Great build, it's a joy to follow!
Borsos
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: bobs_buckles on July 13, 2017, 07:27:38 PM: Quote from: Borsos on July 13, 2017, 03:02:42 AM
Great build, it's a joy to follow!
Borsos

+1
A joy to behold.

von B ;)
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Iancshippee on July 13, 2017, 07:29:35 PM: Absolutely spectacular, Filip!
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Monty on July 14, 2017, 04:13:30 AM: what a great interior and engine build, Filip! You have a great talent for bringing out the most amazing minute details, it is a wonderful thread to watch as you create this masterpiece! I do love the metal tones on the engine.... Regards, Marc
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on July 18, 2017, 06:12:09 PM: Many thanks for your kind words - they really keep me going.
Another small update - I`ve scratched the oil tank since there are no pictures of the port of the engine bay of F.K.8 (at least to my knowledge) I had to figure things out on my own.

(http://i.imgur.com/WMrl6bg.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/0Aq4hYM.jpg)
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on July 22, 2017, 03:39:33 AM: I use my leave as constructively as I can... Another small but important update. I`ve managed to prepare the cowling elements for the paint job. I must admit the nose cowling is time-consuming but well rewarding at the end. I simply love the AW logos. Again everything falls into its place. Just notice the small nuts in one part of the side cowling and the holes to accept them in the other. WOW!

(http://i.imgur.com/FuA4sBN.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/mkqwdVK.jpg)
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Gisbod on July 22, 2017, 05:18:08 PM: Looking good Filip!

Guy
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: RAGIII on July 23, 2017, 02:54:57 AM: Simply OUTSTANDING!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on July 31, 2017, 09:52:37 PM: Thanks, Rick and Guy!
This model is a true joy to build and it`s quite biggish ;) I`ve glued the cowling, leaving the top off to show the engine. I`ve painted it with my mixture of Tamiya`s Olive Drab (PC 10) and Ocean Grey (Battleship Grey). There`s also some shading which might not be visible in the pictures. Now the extremely pleasant moment lies ahead - putting it all together.

(http://i.imgur.com/3ykpe6I.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/LsFpiKD.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/Ir1VzHF.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/KcjdCby.jpg)

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Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: RAGIII on July 31, 2017, 11:26:43 PM: Excellent results on the construction and especially the painting and color of the PC10!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Gisbod on August 01, 2017, 03:27:33 AM: Super job,

seems a shame to paint the metal cowlings..

Guy
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: coyotemagic on August 01, 2017, 12:12:11 PM: Gorgeous, Filip! I love the Battleship grey cowling. It's a very pleasing contrast to the PC10. Mine is rather dull by comparison.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: KrzysiekK on August 01, 2017, 07:35:45 PM: very atrractive painting :)
Good choice
regards
K
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Juan on August 01, 2017, 10:08:59 PM: Loving how she is turning out Filip. Looking forward to your progress.
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on August 03, 2017, 05:55:36 AM: Thanks, guys! My progress is relatively bigger than usual because the kit is great! I put the Cartograf`s decals as it is easy to guess their quality is superb. I`ve chosen the most colourful scheme (and the most popular one ;) ) The struts fittings are in place along with some other details. I`ve weathered the bottom of both wings. The weathering appears exaggerated in the pictures, in reality, it`s very subtle. Now I`m going to weather the PC10 covered surfaces along with the cowling.

(http://i.imgur.com/oG9nX0n.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/suWsHV9.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/W5TIPr9.jpg)

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Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Bughunter on August 04, 2017, 06:26:45 PM: Wow! I'm speechless ...

Cheers,
Frank
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: RAGIII on August 04, 2017, 07:52:14 PM: Beautifully weathered! I am looking forward to the uppers!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: davec on August 04, 2017, 08:49:16 PM: Beautiful work

Dave
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: lcarroll on August 04, 2017, 10:02:13 PM: Your version of PC10 is very real looking Filip, I'm going to mix a bit of it myself and try it. I really like the weathering you've done thus far as well, really nice work and an exceptionally eye catching model!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: coyotemagic on August 05, 2017, 01:17:15 AM: Another masterpiece in the making, Filip!
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: aliluke on August 08, 2017, 04:12:17 PM: Totally brilliant - I have so much to learn and so little time..

;D
Alistair
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on August 10, 2017, 10:01:03 PM: Many thanks!
I`ve cut the ailerons to make them look as separate surfaces. I`ve scratched the Rotherham pump and made most of the rigging. Gee, you can see how much is to be corrected in the pics...
I really like the wheels decals - they`re very well designed. I`ve also painted the Cooper bombs.
Not much work left till she`s finished.
I really fell in love with the Big Ack.

(http://i.imgur.com/HPgPZfY.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/PU025bY.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/PUgs8US.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/TcXnpCv.jpg)
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Nigel Jackson on August 10, 2017, 10:13:20 PM: Beautiful work, Filip. You are setting a very high bar on this build.

Best wishes
Nigel
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Juan on August 10, 2017, 10:21:49 PM: Quote from: Nigel Jackson on August 10, 2017, 10:13:20 PM
Beautiful work, Filip. You are setting a very high bar on this build.

Best wishes
Nigel

Would have to agree wholeheartedly. :D
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: lcarroll on August 11, 2017, 12:24:18 AM: Oh my! Spectacular work, Filip!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: lone modeller on August 11, 2017, 04:37:23 AM: That is modelling at its best. What a high standard of workmanship you demonstrate every time!

Stephen.
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: RAGIII on August 11, 2017, 10:41:47 AM: Absolutely gorgeous Filip! The rigging is perfect!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: ondra on August 11, 2017, 11:00:01 PM: Excellent work, Filip! As Rick mentioned, the rigging is perfect, I also very much like the subtle weathering.

Cheers

Ondra
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: dr 1 ace on August 12, 2017, 01:44:38 AM: Quote from: RAGIII on August 11, 2017, 10:41:47 AM
Absolutely gorgeous Filip! The rigging is perfect!
RAGIII

Ditto my Amigo's comments !

Ed
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Doug Mace on August 12, 2017, 01:30:57 PM: Modeling at it's best indeed, Filip...incredible.....especially(!) in 1/48! Literally astounding. -M
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: PrzemoL on August 14, 2017, 07:00:27 AM: Very very fine, Filip!
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: xmald on August 16, 2017, 08:49:51 PM: Thanks for your attention ;)
The model is finished: http://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=8794.0 (http://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=8794.0)
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: RAGIII on August 17, 2017, 11:26:15 PM: As always your build has been great to follow! I will post a reply in the completed section.
RAGIII
Title: Re: Armstrong Whitworth F.K. 8 MID - Copper State Models 1/48
Post by: Adam on August 22, 2017, 06:05:18 PM: Beautiful.

Adam.