So here's my last post on the Flashback Berg, I ended up popping off the top wing and making all the struts out of brass so I had some added strength. Initially I'd used plastic strutz and it just wouldn't stand up to the handling as I worked on the model. I normally don't weather models but I think I will going forward with my future builds. I added some light brown to the bottom on the tires and bottom wings to denote a spray of mud coming off the wheels during take-off and landings. Also added a black wash (oil paints) around the control surfaces, engine panels and around the wheel covers. A sharp pencil was used to denote the radiator outline. If you recall when I got the kit from a friend he'd already closed up the fuselage so the cockpit details had to be added later - the seat and control stick were easy, whereas the instrument panel was a challenge to get in the right spot. The cockpit wood details also got a wash of Burnt Sienna. Rigging is a mix of EZ Line and fishing line. Still need to add some minor rigging but I need to get the ceramic wire folks to answer their telephone...
Glad it's (almost) done, it's close to an early Eduard kit with poorly defined details - but since it's the only Berg kit around if one wants to add one to the collection this is it. Any questions let me know. I think a DML triplane is next so I can enjoy the hobby more.
Charlie
