Author Topic: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project  (Read 609 times)

Offline Skyhook

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Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
« on: February 28, 2025, 07:25:25 PM »
Hi!

So it is finally ready? the lighting for the photos was a bit harsh morning light, but it was the first opportunity here for a long time! The model followed closely to the building methods I described for my C.V/17. I chose the Li-built example because of the unusual mottled camouflage on the wings. I am happy about the cockpit details, but unfortunately the lighting conditions hid it all in darkness. I will photo them a bit later in more forgiving conditions.

Now to the self queen Ca.42, but there?s still the Albatros J.1 waiting for rigging. Let?s see which one makes to the work bench first?

Cheers, Skyhook

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Offline NigelR

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Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
« Reply #1 on: February 28, 2025, 07:28:17 PM »
Well done, she looks very good. Good choice of scheme and excellent modelling work all round.

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Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
« Reply #2 on: February 28, 2025, 09:58:21 PM »
Lovely - great to see another unusual model in 'gentleman's scale'  :D

Paul
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Offline RAGIII

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Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
« Reply #3 on: March 01, 2025, 12:21:02 AM »
Outstanding scratchbuild! Lovely results all around!
RAGIII
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Offline Rip Van Winkle

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Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
« Reply #4 on: March 02, 2025, 01:50:10 AM »
Beautiful result.  Hard to believe it is scratch built.

Offline lone modeller

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Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
« Reply #5 on: March 06, 2025, 07:46:36 AM »
That is a type which is not often seen. Superb scratch build and in God's Own Scale which makes it even more special. Excellent build.

Stephen.

Offline PlaneNutter

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Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
« Reply #6 on: April 10, 2025, 04:22:27 PM »
Very nicely done! Is the serial number hand painted on decal sheet? If so well done!

Offline Skyhook

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Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
« Reply #7 on: April 19, 2025, 03:36:07 AM »
Thanks! It indeed is handpainted. But the clear carrier film I used, was a bit too thick and clearly visible as a ?panel? behind the serial. I think i will use just a layer or two of clear laquer next time.

Cheers, Skyhook

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Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
« Reply #8 on: April 21, 2025, 06:37:02 PM »
Nice model, a great scratchbuilt as usual!

But may I say your models deserve a better background for the photographs?

Cheers Joachim

Offline Tim Mixon

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Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
« Reply #9 on: April 22, 2025, 08:08:24 PM »
Wonderful craftsmanship!  Excellent interior details. That observation decking looks very difficult to construct.
Well done!

Offline enathan

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Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
« Reply #10 on: April 22, 2025, 09:24:23 PM »
Excellent! I have an affinity with the later Albatros C types and you've made a great job with this one.

Offline DaveB

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Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
« Reply #11 on: April 24, 2025, 02:27:19 AM »
Really wonderful and scratch built to boot - well done!

Regards

Dave
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Offline gedmundson

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Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
« Reply #12 on: April 24, 2025, 08:18:46 AM »
Exceptional result on a very unique subject - congrats on your finished model.
Cheers,
Gary

Offline torbiorn

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Re: Albatros C.X (Linke-Hoffmann built) 1/72 scratch project
« Reply #13 on: April 29, 2025, 11:12:18 PM »
Fantastic (as usual) looking model. The internals are tantalizing: the glimpses suggest nice details are hidden inside :)