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Offline RichieW

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Re: Vickers F.B.5 Gunbus, Bluemax 1/48
« Reply #105 on: July 09, 2023, 06:19:20 AM »
It's really beautiful! Before attempting the risky business of trying to correct the alignment error, which I can't see, if you have any model making friends nearby ask them to look over it and see if they notice anything out of alignment. I find my mistakes always seem like a really big deal to me but often others never notice until I point them out.

Best of luck whatever you decide, it's a stunning model as it is to my eye.

Richie
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Re: Vickers F.B.5 Gunbus, Bluemax 1/48
« Reply #106 on: July 12, 2023, 07:15:48 AM »
Just beautiful. The essence of pioneering aviation in every detail.
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Re: Vickers F.B.5 Gunbus, Bluemax 1/48
« Reply #107 on: July 12, 2023, 09:25:05 AM »
Bravo Arnaud, she looks utterly superb!
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Re: Vickers F.B.5 Gunbus, Bluemax 1/48
« Reply #108 on: July 14, 2023, 06:32:27 PM »
Thank you so much for all your encouragement, it's much appreciated, and helps to keep this really difficult model going!

The landing gear has been largely rebuilt. After adding the eyelets, I finally glued it to the fuselage.

The wheels aren't glued on, but I couldn't resist getting a glimpse of the final result!  ;D









I can't wait to finish so I can start another model. There are several possible candidates. I have my eye on a Roland C.II Eduard, because I'd like to redo the whole cockpit like on WnW's Roland C.IIa  :P

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Re: Vickers F.B.5 Gunbus, Bluemax 1/48
« Reply #109 on: July 14, 2023, 09:16:27 PM »
Excellent engineering on the gear! Speaking of the Gear, the Model looks awesome with it in place!
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Re: Vickers F.B.5 Gunbus, Bluemax 1/48
« Reply #110 on: July 14, 2023, 11:48:13 PM »
It looks amazing! That’s one of the best CDL finishes I‘ve seen yet!
Andreas
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Re: Vickers F.B.5 Gunbus, Bluemax 1/48
« Reply #111 on: July 14, 2023, 11:54:12 PM »
That is so brilliant it actually made me laugh out loud. I agree with Andreas, that is one of the finest CDL finished I've ever seen. I certainly can't remember ever seeing anything better. Congratulations Arnaud!

Richie
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Re: Vickers F.B.5 Gunbus, Bluemax 1/48
« Reply #112 on: July 15, 2023, 01:11:52 AM »
Oh my, that's just stunning.
I had this kit, back in my 1/48 days but was always too intimidated to start it! You have fought it to beautiful submission very effectively. Cracker.
Sandy
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Re: Vickers F.B.5 Gunbus, Bluemax 1/48
« Reply #113 on: July 15, 2023, 02:22:54 AM »
That is one very impressive model even if it is not quite finished. I would not bother trying to correct a very small error - you will probably end up causing more damage and issues than the one you are trying to solve. I would give that a gold medal in any competition and would be very proud to have it in my display cabinet.

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Re: Vickers F.B.5 Gunbus, Bluemax 1/48
« Reply #114 on: July 15, 2023, 08:08:49 AM »
I got a little rush of excitement seeing her on her wheels! Fantastic work!

Call me a masochist but I still want one...
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Re: Vickers F.B.5 Gunbus, Bluemax 1/48
« Reply #115 on: July 15, 2023, 04:48:00 PM »
Wow! I love those flags under the wings, too!
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Re: Vickers F.B.5 Gunbus, Bluemax 1/48
« Reply #116 on: July 20, 2023, 03:59:44 AM »
Wonderful work! I do have a soft spot for Entente pushers.

Warren
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Re: Vickers F.B.5 Gunbus, Bluemax 1/48
« Reply #117 on: July 20, 2023, 10:43:53 PM »
Just beautiful!  Really shows how much can be accomplished with these limited run kits. 

All the best,
Tim
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Re: Vickers F.B.5 Gunbus, Bluemax 1/48
« Reply #118 on: July 21, 2023, 12:04:29 AM »
Beautiful, Arnaud, a work of art. I admire your dedication, ç'est un inspiration!

Dave V.
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Re: Vickers F.B.5 Gunbus, Bluemax 1/48
« Reply #119 on: August 13, 2023, 05:38:49 PM »
Hi there!

Thank you very much, everyone, for your kind messages that motivate me to finish this little Vickers!

Here are the latest photos taken yesterday.









Today I was able to add the final details and rigging.

The propeller is now being painted. The kit's propeller is horrible. It's 5 cm in diameter, when it should be 6 cm, and its shape is too thin. I used one from another model, which was more form-fitting. Once the paint has dried, it will be equipped with a PE plate and added plastic bolts to add volume and detail.

The next update should be the last!  :D

See you soon!

Arnaud  ;D
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