Ken Foran's Scrathbuilt Wonders

[WarrenD]

I wasn't sure if this should go here, or in another category. In any event, it is relaxing to see the work of others. I was made familiar with Ken Foran's scratch-built beauties some years back. I love scrolling through the Sopwith Camel, and the Spandaus with working cocking levers and a round in each chamber on the Tripe just amaze me.

http://www.wwi-models.org/Images/Foran/index.html

Just click on each thumbnail.

Note:  I'm not convinced he got the rim depth on the .303 rounds on his Camel correct. 

Warren

[Pgtaylorart]

Ok, I just checked out this site and it is amazing!!!  I don't know whether I'm really inspired to up my game or just give up and take up basket weaving...

Thanks for sharing it!
George

[WarrenD]

Thanks George. Here's the main site's addy: http://www.wwi-models.org/  A lot of dated info there, but it's a great glimpse into where things were sometime back.

Here's the address for the gallery: http://www.wwi-models.org/Images/index.html  If you look through, you'll see quite a few familiar names I am sure. Back in the day, we even had "WWI List Buttons" so we could find each other at shows. I still have mine.

I have aspired for years to emulate the work of former Listee Alberto Casirati. His 1/72nd scale builds are so clean, neat, and precise:

http://www.wwi-models.org/Images/Casirati/index.html

Enjoy!

Warren

[coyotemagic]

Thanks for posting the link, Warren.  Truly mind blowing stuff.  I remember being directed to Ken's work when I first joined the list, but haven't seen them in a while.  The Camel, in particular, is otherworldly.
Cheers,
Bud

[Des]

Thanks very much Warren for posting the links, absolutely amazing builds.

Des.