Salmson 2-A2 24th Aero Squadron USAS - 1/32 WnW

[Michael Scarborough]

Excellent and most helpful build, Chris. I applaud your perseverance and your attention to detail is mind-bending.

Cheers from NYC,
Michael

[Ernie]

Chris, despite the ups and downs, your Salmson is really
a stunner.  I am in awe of your interior work, especially
the beautiful wood painting.  Your difficulties show that
sometimes even the best can goof and that is really
encouraging for me.   The encouraging part is how
well you recover them.  I hope I didn't put my foot in my
mouth trying to get that across.  Sometimes I only open
my mouth to change feet.   Great job, my friend.

Cheers,
Ernie

[Chris Johnson]

Thanks to one and all for dropping by and posting your comments. I know I've been slow as molasses with this project, but I plan to have another update ready in the next few days. I just now found PrzemoL's build log for his Salmson and I can already see that his will be the definitive build so drop by to see what amazing work he's doing.

Cheers,

Chris

[Chris Johnson]

While having my fair share of problems with the top wing, all self inflicted, I've made good progress with the fuselage. It's painted with Tamiya acrylics mixed as per the WnW instructions. Following a brushed on coat of Future, Pheon's decals snuggled down like a second skin. The wear and tear on the engine cowls was applied using a small bit of foam dipped in Tamiya's Flat Aluminum, and dabbed about haphazardly along the panel edges. After clear coating with Vallejo's Satin, I applied dark brown and grimy black oil glazes which were then rubbed into the finish with my index finger to give what I hope looks like a well worn appearance.













Thanks for dropping by!

Cheers,

Chris

[Michael Scarborough]

Wow...that's a lot of airplane! This is looking great, Chris. I think the work on the cowling is super...the combination of the foam and fingertip seem to have given it a convincing but not over done look.

Looking forward to more.

Happy Halloween from NYC,
Michael

[coyotemagic]

Your overall paint work is exceptional, Chris, but your rendering of the metal panels is phenomenal!  Thanks for explaining how you did it.  You AFV guys sure do bring a lot of exciting techniques to the table.
Cheers,
Bud

[rhallinger]

Wow...that's a lot of airplane! This is looking great, Chris. I think the work on the cowling is super...the combination of the foam and fingertip seem to have given it a convincing but not over done look.

Looking forward to more.

+1.  The fuselage looks great Chris!  I love the chipping, weathering and very nice colors.  Well done!

Cheers,

Bob

[RAGIII]

WOW Chris! The paint work and in particular the worn metal is OUTSTANDING to say the least! I am VERY IMPRESSED!
RAGIII

[Michael Scarborough]

  You AFV guys sure do bring a lot of exciting techniques to the table.

Amen to that! And the figure guys!! 

Michael

[bobs_buckles]

I like the way you have slightly darkened the metal surfaces - looks great!
Well done, Chris 

vB

[Ernie]

The paint and weathering are superb, Chris! Thank you
for explaining how you did the wear & tear...perfect!
Looking forward to more updates.

Cheers,
Ernie

[lcarroll]

Yep! Perfect score on the wear and chipping Chris, just right. The colours are very eye catching as well. This will be a really outstanding Model when completed, your best to date.
Cheers,
Lance

[radio]

Lovely painting.
Martin

[Chris Johnson]

Thanks for all of your support guys. You keep me motivated to do the best that I can. Today, it's just a small update showing the undercarriage. It's all painted in Tamiya Desert Yellow while the rubber tires are hand painted with Tamiya German Grey. WnW provides both weighted tires and the fully round ones. I chose to use the weighted ones. I sealed everything with Vallejo Satin followed by a wash of Raw Umber oil paint. Finally, I dry brushed the raised lettering on the tires with Humbrol Matt Pale Stone. The eyelets are also installed so all I have left to do is add the monofilament line and brass tubing.







Thanks for looking in!

Cheers,

Chris

[radio]

Chris it looks fantastic.
Martin