Let me say upfront that what you'll see here is not going to be on par with some of the jaw droppingly beautiful models I've seen all over this site.
I've been building models for quite some time, but this is my first biplane (not counting a few false-starts over the last few years). I'm also not the world's most talented modeler, but that is neither here nor there. I aim to have fun first and foremost.
Without further delay then, the WNW Alby
I began construction several months ago and started with the wing. I made small eyelets for the turnbuckles from jewelry wire and screwed them into predrilled holes. Easy so far.
I'll probably be hitting up Mr. Bob's Turnbuckles Bob for the thin tubes though, as so far every attempt to scratchbuild them has failed.
Here is my take on the wood grain effect. Perhaps a bit dark for the type of wood used on these aircraft, but the color is really pleasing to my eye.
And some of the cockpit work. I have a few small bits to still paint. Also, I really beefed it on the seat, so I lifted up the PE belts and started rubbing the paint off.
I'm going to try simulating a stuffed leather cushion using painters' tape and a very fine foam I have laying around the house. More to come soon.
