Author Topic: Albatros D.V 1/32 Wingnut Wings (Read 2444 times)

AngryJazz · « **on:** July 07, 2023, 05:14:49 AM »

Hi all,

Im new here but I have really enjoyed reading your build logs and learning from you all. I really like the way to can read and follow a build from start till end

I wanted to share a bit of my own journey into WW1 planes with my first kit. I have never built a Wingnut kit or a biplane before, so lots to learn.

I found this forum a bit later than when I started my build, so its in its later stages. Hopefully it's still worth sharing a few pictures and words about the build.

My first kit of choice is the Wingnut Wings Albatros D.V

I guess I could have gone with something simpler or a less rare kit, but I really wanted to build a plane that interested me. Also a kit that hopefully would have a good fit and be enjoyable.

I stated with an old paint mule to figure out how to paint wood. I'm using oils over acrylic base and adding Tamiya clears to alter the color.

AngryJazz · « **Reply #1 on:** July 07, 2023, 05:18:44 AM »

First up the cockpit!

Must admit this stage took much longer than anticipated. However happy with it for my first attempt!

And yes I found out later that the chair was not a wood shell, but leather... Oh well maybe next time.

AngryJazz · « **Reply #2 on:** July 07, 2023, 05:31:38 AM »

For a bit of fun I tried to print my own spark plugs. It was just some generic spark plug file I found, but they did add a bit of interest to the engine.

I tried to wire up the plugs with lead wire. I was not the easiest task to bend into position. It was difficult to get it to hang in a natural way, one wrong bend and it was impossible to get back into shape. I will have to come up with a better option next time.

AngryJazz · « **Reply #3 on:** July 07, 2023, 05:38:23 AM »

Cockpit weathering and one final test fit before being closed up

RAGIII · « **Reply #4 on:** July 07, 2023, 06:10:18 AM »

That is an outstanding start. I Like the wood tones that you came up with. They look lovely in the interior! I look forward to the next update!
RAGIII

AngryJazz · « **Reply #5 on:** July 07, 2023, 03:21:02 PM »

Thank you very much!

I hope to do a few posts tonight and catch you guys up to the current state of the Albatros

//Ben

FAf · « **Reply #6 on:** July 07, 2023, 03:36:38 PM »

What Rick said - brilliant start! Very nice looking!
/Fredrik

kensar · « **Reply #7 on:** July 07, 2023, 09:15:10 PM »

Very good work there. The engine looks excellent and the weathering on everything is very realistic.

Borsos · « **Reply #8 on:** July 07, 2023, 11:48:37 PM »

Nice start! Seems like you licked blood

Andreas

RichieW · « **Reply #9 on:** July 07, 2023, 11:49:02 PM »

What a great start, lovely engine and interior.

Richie

AngryJazz · « **Reply #10 on:** July 08, 2023, 03:43:00 AM »

Thank you all for the warm welcome! And yes safe to say i was hooked on ww1 planes the second i open up my first Wingnut kit late december (Dh.2).

Some pictures from the preshading process.
Only thing i would have changed was going with the same mottling colors on the fusulage. The color I chose could not be seen afterwards, but wanted to not have it too strong on a wood surface.

AngryJazz · « **Reply #11 on:** July 08, 2023, 03:45:13 AM »

And some decals - they went down without any issues. Only had to a little microsol and pop a bubble

AngryJazz · « **Reply #12 on:** July 08, 2023, 03:53:06 AM »

Painting the propeller.

Used all spares from the kit to practice and to figure out what color would fit the best.

Painted the rough shape with acrylics and used oils afterwards to make the grain. Finally they got some Tamiya clear colors and a gloss varnish.

Had very much fun with these! And learned I need a more steady hand when brush painting

Also the acrylic colors i chose made a huge impact on the visibility afterwards.

Base

First round with oils

Removed a bit more oil

Glossed and ready

AngryJazz · « **Reply #13 on:** July 08, 2023, 04:04:14 AM »

With this last post you all should be updated with the Albatros and how far it is currently.

I had a few breaks along the way where I worked on some other projects. The breaks were mostly due to me not knowing to proceed with the Albatros. Had to figure out and research how to overcome the next challenge.

For now i'm about ready to start rigging and mounting the top wing.

The pictures here are my WIP of the weathering. I used oils and enamel washes.

When I get closer to the end I will add pigments to exhausts and the underside / wheels.

Removable cowlings.

RAGIII · « **Reply #14 on:** July 08, 2023, 05:19:36 AM »

I am not sure where to start

First it looks like you figured out a better photo posting Method! Your pre shading worked a Treat! Lovely results and I Like the colors. I am really enjoying this "Light Speed" build

RAGIII