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Offline Naimbs

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Aviatik D.II, Karaya, 1/48
« on: February 03, 2015, 04:34:02 PM »
Hi all,

I am currently completing a Aviatik D.II. I summarize in this topic the successive stages of its construction. The model is really beautiful , the resin is very good. Nevertheless, there are several errors in the form and details. I think that the analysis of the aircraft was based on the book JAPO  :-\.

So, I show you the progress:





The engine:







The cockpit:







No tank in the wing on the picture of the real airplane. I removed ( green) and add details (red, blue)



Painting with a sponge:







And now it 's like that. I have to paint the propeller and install it. Then a few details to add.











Your comments and suggestions are welcome. if you see something to improve , I am very open to criticism! :)

Best Regards

Arnaud

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Re: Aviatik D.II, Karaya, 1/48
« Reply #1 on: February 03, 2015, 06:02:31 PM »
Very nicely done Arnaud, your wood treatment inside the fuselage is extremely well done and the engine is amazing. The sponge technique you used for the external painting turned out superb, an all round excellent looking model.

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Re: Aviatik D.II, Karaya, 1/48
« Reply #2 on: February 03, 2015, 09:46:05 PM »
Beautiful Arnaud!  The mottle camo is especially well-rendered.  Now, bring on the star-strutter! ;D

Regards,

Bob

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Re: Aviatik D.II, Karaya, 1/48
« Reply #3 on: February 03, 2015, 10:41:33 PM »
Very great work to this build Arnaud.
Martin

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Re: Aviatik D.II, Karaya, 1/48
« Reply #4 on: February 04, 2015, 05:21:19 AM »
Extraordinary work, Arnaud!  She's stunning!  I have this one in my stash and will be implementing the improvements you've made.
Cheers,
Bud
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Re: Aviatik D.II, Karaya, 1/48
« Reply #5 on: February 04, 2015, 09:25:50 AM »
Lovely work, Arnaud. I particularly like what you have done with the engine.

Best wishes
Nigel

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Re: Aviatik D.II, Karaya, 1/48
« Reply #6 on: February 05, 2015, 10:34:52 AM »
Thank you very much for your comments ! :)

The Aviatik is finally finished , and I'm really relieved and happy!



A bientôt!

Arnaud

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Re: Aviatik D.II, Karaya, 1/48
« Reply #7 on: February 05, 2015, 11:27:35 AM »
Congratulations, Arnaud!  She's a beauty.  Everything about her is perfect.
Cheers,
Bud
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Re: Aviatik D.II, Karaya, 1/48
« Reply #8 on: February 05, 2015, 02:11:44 PM »
Wonderful job on the Aviatik Arnaud.  Good to see a nicely done Austro-Hungarian machine.

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Re: Aviatik D.II, Karaya, 1/48
« Reply #9 on: February 06, 2015, 08:06:13 AM »
Very good build and paint Arnaud.
Martin

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Re: Aviatik D.II, Karaya, 1/48
« Reply #10 on: February 08, 2015, 03:28:52 PM »
very nice work on a beautiful aircraft and spectacular kit.

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Re: Aviatik D.II, Karaya, 1/48
« Reply #11 on: February 20, 2015, 05:03:18 PM »
Thank you all for your kind comments!

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Re: Aviatik D.II, Karaya, 1/48
« Reply #12 on: February 22, 2015, 09:11:00 AM »
I agree with the others. A real beauty!
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Re: Aviatik D.II, Karaya, 1/48
« Reply #13 on: February 22, 2015, 01:47:39 PM »
That is gorgeous Arnaud, how about a little more info on how you did the camoflage.......

Ian

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Re: Aviatik D.II, Karaya, 1/48
« Reply #14 on: March 04, 2015, 05:45:58 AM »
Hello gentlemen,
Beautiful work !! What a peint scheme !!
Best regards.
Alain.
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