First WWI Model--Fokker Eindecker

[Stuart Milliken]

Hello,

This is my first post to this forum, besides a brief self-introduction I've posted to the Introductions page.  I've been modeling for over a decade now in my 'adult modeling phase' and have always been keen on Great War subjects, but after some early disasters I was scared off.  I'm now trying again, and this is my first attempt.  It's the 1/72 Revell re-issue of their 1965 molding of the Fokker Eindecker, done in the scheme of the then-fledgling Ernst Udet.  Paints are Mr Color and Alclad, rigging is 32 gauge steel wire.

Thanks for looking; criticisms and suggestions are welcome!

Stuart

[Mark]

Nice job, Stuart . . . I particularly like your shading!!!

Mark G

[coyotemagic]

Truly stunning work, Stuart!  Looks like you've been doing this for years.  Outstanding introduction.
Cheers,
Bud

[Des]

For your first WW1 aircraft model Stuart you show no signs of being a novice builder, the Eindecker is a superb model with a brilliant overall finish, the rigging is excellent for such a small model.

Des.

[eindecker]

Nicely done. Especially in 1:72. You will love Wingnut Wings Eindeckers.

[Russell]

That's a lovely build in any scale but even more so in 1:72.

Very well done.

Regards
Russell

[PrzemoL]

Welcome to this fine forum. You have built a fantastic model, especially taking into account the raw material you have used.
I would only ask for larger photos.

[Nigel Jackson]

Very nice indeed, Stuart. You've shown just what can be achieved with an uncut gem from the 60s.

Best wishes
Nigel

[Ian from Doncaster]

Excellent results Stuart, with such as small model.  The Revell kit is (relatively) cheap and cheerful but as you have shown here, can build into a great model

[Jamo]

I particularly liked your prop laminations and the sworls on the cowling. Nice job Stuart!

Here is a period advertisement to celebrate your build (click on image to enlarge)



Cheers
James

[RAGIII]

Stuart,
As others have said quite an introduction! Like Jamo and Des I am impressed by your Swirls, the prop, and the rigging!
RAGIII

[Chris Johnson]

How you accomplished that lamination effect on your propeller is beyond me but it's superb. Very nicely done.

Cheers,

Chris

[NP]

Didn't realise it was 1/72 'till I scrolled down and saw the last shot with the pencil.  Pretty darn good model you have there.

[dr 1 ace]

Nicely done ! look forward to seeing more from you.

[lone modeller]

As with others I am bowled over by the prop and the swirls on the cowling. If that was a first attempt, what will later attempts look like? I am not sire how you could improve on that.