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Encore/Roden SE5a McCudden 56 sq.. Phoenix thrice Risen
« on: June 23, 2021, 11:21:37 AM »
I couldn't resist starting another 1/32nd build. This will be My second try on this kit. My first one a few years ago ended in an accident...go figure  ::)  Encore SE5a McCudden. I am not sure which airframe I will end up doing so I have done a bit of work on both versions. I tried the PE framing and like on MY first build I couldn't get it to hold in place when the fuselage flexed so back to styrene strip!

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Re: Encore/Roden SE5a McCudden 56 sq....2nd try
« Reply #1 on: June 23, 2021, 01:28:46 PM »
Good start to it. I never had luck with PE framing myself either.

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Re: Encore/Roden SE5a McCudden 56 sq....2nd try
« Reply #2 on: June 23, 2021, 03:38:18 PM »
Hi Rick,

It's nice to see another allied bird taking shape on your desk. Sounds like you will have your hands full with this one.

What is your general impression of this kit? Any specific Encore issues?

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Re: Encore/Roden SE5a McCudden 56 sq....2nd try
« Reply #3 on: June 23, 2021, 08:40:12 PM »
Good start! Tempting subject, I have to build myself an SE5 soon.
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Re: Encore/Roden SE5a McCudden 56 sq....2nd try
« Reply #4 on: June 23, 2021, 10:02:56 PM »
Looking forward to your build Rick  :)


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Re: Encore/Roden SE5a McCudden 56 sq....2nd try
« Reply #5 on: June 24, 2021, 03:28:17 AM »
Yes looking forward to seeing a success with this one. Personally I vote styrene over PE every time!

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Re: Encore/Roden SE5a McCudden 56 sq....2nd try
« Reply #6 on: June 24, 2021, 03:54:21 AM »
Thanks to all for the encouragement !
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Re: Encore/Roden SE5a McCudden 56 sq....2nd try
« Reply #7 on: June 24, 2021, 04:46:14 AM »
Fingers crossed for an accident free build this time. Really looking forward to this, it's a great subject! My recent visit to my favourite museum yielded these pictures which may be of interest;

Original Airworthy SE5a by Richard Williams, on Flickr

Original airworthy SE5a by Richard Williams, on Flickr

This was in the engineering hangar having an overhaul, it is the only airworthy original SE5a and even has a kill to its name!

Best wishes
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Re: Encore/Roden SE5a McCudden 56 sq....2nd try
« Reply #8 on: June 24, 2021, 05:15:22 AM »
Fingers crossed for an accident free build this time. Really looking forward to this, it's a great subject! My recent visit to my favourite museum yielded these pictures which may be of interest;

Original Airworthy SE5a by Richard Williams, on Flickr

Original airworthy SE5a by Richard Williams, on Flickr

This was in the engineering hangar having an overhaul, it is the only airworthy original SE5a and even has a kill to its name!

Best wishes
Richie

Thanks Richie! Those are really incredible detail photos! I probably won't go That Far as I like things closed up  8) Maybe Mike Norris will see them  ;D In the meantime perhaps post them in the place for WW1 aircraft Photos here on the Forum. I am sure Many will enjoy them as much as I do!
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Re: Encore/Roden SE5a McCudden 56 sq....2nd try
« Reply #9 on: June 24, 2021, 06:14:04 AM »
What is included in the Encore photo etch?

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Re: Encore/Roden SE5a McCudden 56 sq....2nd try
« Reply #10 on: June 24, 2021, 06:26:02 AM »
What is included in the Encore photo etch?

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I will take some photos later. Lots of cockpit and instrument detail as well as updates for the struts and pully inspection panels on wing and tailplane. I will also shoot some pics of the resin.
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Re: Encore/Roden SE5a McCudden 56 sq....2nd try
« Reply #11 on: June 24, 2021, 11:27:07 PM »
So, as promised here are the photos of the Resin and PE:
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and the beginning of painting the interior:

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Re: Encore/Roden SE5a McCudden 56 sq....2nd try
« Reply #12 on: June 24, 2021, 11:33:26 PM »
 Popcorn ..check...pepsi check ...comfy chair ...check ...I'm allset !


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Re: Encore/Roden SE5a McCudden 56 sq....2nd try
« Reply #13 on: June 25, 2021, 03:34:52 AM »
Enter cinema, 3D glasses, of course popcorn, chocky bar and diet Coke (Note Alexis... well, the chocky bar ain't good)... We are really going to enjoy this one, Rick! Model on! So far a great project.... Regards, Marc

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Re: Encore/Roden SE5a McCudden 56 sq....2nd try
« Reply #14 on: June 25, 2021, 05:10:40 AM »
Popcorn ..check...pepsi check ...comfy chair ...check ...I'm allset !


Alexis

As always I appreciate you following along!
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Enter cinema, 3D glasses, of course popcorn, chocky bar and diet Coke (Note Alexis... well, the chocky bar ain't good)... We are really going to enjoy this one, Rick! Model on! So far a great project.... Regards, Marc

Thanks Marc, Glad to have you follow along!
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