Author Topic: Sopwith Snipe Early - Wingnut Wings 1/32 (Read 11271 times)

TomR1981 · « **on:** March 21, 2014, 11:12:07 PM »

Hello everyone.

I haven't posted much on here for a while but am always following most of the builds on here, there's lots of inspiration to be had from this forum.
I've been working on this kit for a while and it goes together nicely. It's pretty much OOB, although I have the HGW super detail set and have used the seat belt and PE bracing wires on the cockpit.

Here are a few unflattering macro shots of what I have so far.

Bentley BR-2, still needs some castor oil staining:

Cockpit, the decals for the instruments are incredible:

Thanks for checking it out.

Tom

rhallinger · « **Reply #1 on:** March 21, 2014, 11:18:31 PM »

Gee Tom, I sure hope mine turns out looking so good!

Really oustanding paint work and weathering on these interior components. Keep up the fine work!

Cheers,

Bob

Nigel Jackson · « **Reply #2 on:** March 21, 2014, 11:44:27 PM »

Hello Tom.

This is coming along beautifully. Thank you for sharing it with us.

Best wishes
Nigel

lcarroll · « **Reply #3 on:** March 22, 2014, 12:11:58 AM »

Great start Tom. The wood work is very well done and your detailing of the interior as well. I'll be following your Build closely as I have this Kit in the line to get started in the near future.
Cheers,
Lance

IFF1418 · « **Reply #4 on:** March 22, 2014, 12:15:22 AM »

Hello Tom,

I agree with all the people who commented. Excellent woodwork and a beautiful well done interior!

Kind regards
Patrick

Graham t · « **Reply #5 on:** March 22, 2014, 01:31:30 AM »

Looking very nice - watching with interest!

Ernie · « **Reply #6 on:** March 22, 2014, 01:40:42 AM »

Very good work, Tom. Your wood colours are first-rate, as is the engine. With a little
staining it will look even better. Thanks for sharing your efforts! I look forward to
more updates.

Cheers,
Ernie

coyotemagic · « **Reply #7 on:** March 22, 2014, 02:10:24 AM »

Outstanding work on the interior and engine, Tom. I'm looking forward to more.
Cheers,
Bud

RAGIII · « **Reply #8 on:** March 22, 2014, 11:15:02 AM »

Very well done interior and Engine! I am Looking forward to seeing more . This kit assembles extremely well,have fun!
RAGIII

mgunns · « **Reply #9 on:** March 22, 2014, 10:34:20 PM »

Hello Tom:

I echo the sentiments of the others. Very well done. I especially like your work on the seat. Looks like wicker. The seat belts look nice as well. Like Lance, this is up next on the list and I will be following along as well.
Best

Mark

TomR1981 · « **Reply #10 on:** March 25, 2014, 04:22:59 AM »

Thanks for all the kind words and thanks everyone for following along.

I have the fuselage closed now, once it's cleaned up a bit I'll take some more pictures.

Mark and Lance, I'm looking forward to seeing what you do with the Snipe. It's a great kit and I know you'll both do it justice.

Cheers
Tom

TomR1981 · « **Reply #11 on:** March 31, 2014, 12:30:42 AM »

The fuselage went together nicely and is now ready for decals. I went with PC12 as I like the brown colour. The Ds were masked and painted.

Wings painted:

A few bits and pieces dry fitted.

I'm off to Holland for work tomorrow so that's it for a week or two.

Should go together pretty quickly once I get home.

RAGIII · « **Reply #12 on:** March 31, 2014, 04:20:32 AM »

Absolutely stunning,and Quick, work! I am behind you now in the build process and started well before

RAGIII

Epeeman · « **Reply #13 on:** March 31, 2014, 05:47:46 AM »

I'll echo others here - some great work on display - particularly like 'turned' metal cowling effect.

Regards

Dave

mgunns · « **Reply #14 on:** March 31, 2014, 07:39:12 AM »

Hi Tom:

I really like the work you are doing here especially the metal affect on the cowlings. Really turned out nice and will be a show stopper for sure. Your seat belts really look convincing as does the rest of the build. I haven't seen grass for so long I almost forgot what it was when I saw your picture.
Good luck in Holland and looking forward to seeing your next update when you get back.

Best

Mark