WNW 1:32 Canadian Trophy Fokker DVII OAW 8493/18

[lcarroll]

   The details of construction and After Market additions to this Build can be found in the Build Log of the same Title in the Under Construction Category. Briefly the model represents one of approximately two dozen DVII`s awarded to Canada as `War Trophies and flown by the newly formed No. 1 Squadron, Canadian Air Force at Hounslow Airfield, Upper Heyford in the UK in early 1919 before some 20 airframes were shipped to Canada. This particular aircraft was flown there by such notable Canadian Aces as Capt. Andrew McKeever (Highest scoring Bristol F2b Ace with 31 Kills on type) and 50 Victory Ace Major William Barker VC. Sadly this aircraft, along with all but one of those shipped to Canada was sent to the Wreckers in the early 1920`s.
   So here`s some 25 photos of 8493 18 as she was before her Spandaus were removed and she was shipped by freighter to Canada in early 1919.

















































   So I`ll call this one completed. For those who spotted the aileron wire popped out of the fuselage fairlead exit point like I did,(That Digital Machro Mode never fails me) it has been put back in place. I also got a good shot of the slightly crushed cooling jacket on the right side Spandau, Got to fess up to at least one of the many warts I know of!
Cheers,
Lance

[coyotemagic]

Truly spectacular, Lance!  Your weathering and overall finish are superb.
Cheers,
Bud

[LindsayT]

Bravo!

[Bluesfan]

It seemed a little quirky to me, at the time, when Pheon issued that sheet of Canadian Fokkers, but I must admit we've seen some excellent builds of them. This is frighteningly good! I just love love muddy wheels! (...a phrase I never imagined I'd type )

Brilliant!
Mark

[Nigel Jackson]

Super work, Lance, very impressive.

Best wishes
Nigel

[RAGIII]

As I have said in the build log, OUTSTANDING! Clean and Precise work, subtle weathering, beautiful work on the Lozenge, You have done it all!
RAGIII

[Ernie]

Just great, Lance.  You have really raised the bar again. The mud on the
tires is a great touch.  Your modelling is a cut above, my friend.

Cheers,
Ernie

[lcarroll]

Many Thanks to all of you who have taken the time to check in and leave such wonderful comments!
Cheers,
Lance

[Steven Robson]

She's beautiful Lance (even if captured), you've done a great job on this build. 

I love the weathering, those muddy tyres and the lozenge looks fantastic.

Thanks for the build log.

[Alexis]

Truly wonderfully done Lance !




Terri

[Des]

A truely outstanding result Lance, your build and finish on this model is superb with exceptional weathering techniques right down to the mud on the tyres, the lozenge decals look spectacular, congratulations on an excellent build.

Des.

[lcarroll]

....and Thank you all, Steven, Terri, and Des for your kind remarks!
Cheers,
Lance

[lone modeller]

What can I add? Absolutely stunning build with all of the extra details that turn a kit into a superb model. Many congratulations on a wonderful build.

[pepperman42]

Well done Lance. Perfect balance of weathering. Great to see her rolled out in prep for Canada Day!!

Steve

[FOKKERJ]

   8493 18 as she was before her Spandaus were removed and she was shipped by freighter to Canada in early 1919.



   So I`ll call this one completed. For those who spotted the aileron wire popped out of the fuselage fairlead exit point like I did,(That Digital Machro Mode never fails me) it has been put back in place. I also got a good shot of the slightly crushed cooling jacket on the right side Spandau, Got to fess up to at least one of the many warts I know of!
Cheers,
Lance

Stunningly Beautiful Fokker here Lance! 

I'm glad that you were able to salvage this one from the Wreckers and Restore it. 

Thanks for sharing, Jay

P.S. Your "Battle Damage" to the cooling jacket on the starboard 08/15 is just Brilliant! Nice touch.