Merged: Old Shapeways-related announcements

[uncletony]

At the beginning, I order fuselage and accessories A , and I wonder ,  to choose which the wings.

regarding early or late and how to choose -- I think all of the D.IIIs that saw action with the early Jastas on the Western Front were wing-warping early types. It seems that most of the aileron versions went to The Netherlands for service in the LVA, but information is sketchy...

[IvotB]

After reading what I have available about the D.III's, mostly in the Windsock publications mentioned by Bo, I'm getting the impression that all D.III's have been wing-warping versions when they were in active service in the German forces. The performance was not really good and the D.III was withdrawn soon. After that some 10 pieces of the D.III have been sold to the Netherlands and all of those had an aileron wing, but some must have been retrofitted with that wing as they had early production numbers.

So it depends on which D.III you would like to build. It's my idea that aileron versions have been pretty rare, at least in seeing action.


regards,
Ivo

[uncletony]

Also we can add that MAG built 8 for the A-H LFT known, confusingly, as the Fokker D.I(MAG) Series 04.4. They appear identical to the Fokker D.III mid production with extra side stringer and wing warping. They seem to have been armed with a single Schwarzlose.

[ALBATROS1234]

i will be saving my pennies for one of these.havent decided on early or late yet but i will be geting one.this is perfect for early type planes for that sweet see thru effect. whats next?pfalz e.v, morane saulnier type "N" or"L" perhaps a taube or caudron g.iii. maybe otto 1913 biplane or anything from those magnificent men(bristol boxkite or avro triplane/biplane) there so may possiblities.what about just the wings and tail feathers to upgrade the wnw fokker e.ii/iii

[szymon]

Thank you very much  for being so accurate information. This Fokker D.III exceptionally interested me. I think, that several elements of cabins equipment  with WNW Fokker E. IV become feasible to use
Regards
Simon

[uncletony]

Thank you very much  for being so accurate information. This Fokker D.III exceptionally interested me. I think, that several elements of cabins equipment  with WNW Fokker E. IV become feasible to use
Regards
Simon

for sure, at least as a basis to copy.

[uncletony]

Just Landed -- revised accessory sprue A



elevator frames, rudder frame, interplane strut fairings (x8), landing gear strut fairings (x4), front support for Oberursel U.III, tail skid, seat frame, wheel centers (no tires), landing gear "knuckles", upper wing center panel.

All Fokker D.III parts still specially priced until 3/15

p.s. still hard at work on the assembly manual, time has been scarce lately though due to some bumps in the road of life....

[uncletony]

Updating this post with some under-construction pics:

[janh]

i've been following your amazing work closely my first order has been placed 

[uncletony]

An unsolicited reaction from a customer who purchased the D.III kit:

Very nice! Today, I received my Shapeways order and I'm thrilled with the results. I'm no stranger to products, print methods, cost and limitations. I always pay for the highest resolution offered. Having said that, While this is pricey, it is as good as anything I've purchased from them. If you did nothing but put this together, it is a fantastic little structure. Anything you add will just make it that much better. Haven't even soaked these parts yet, but my initial response is a product that exceeded my expectations.

[dtomko]

Must resist the urge to cross over to 1/32 . . . .

Drew

[uncletony]

A Provisional version of the assembly manual is now available online here

[Ernie]

Congratulations Bo!  Wonderful work, my friend.

Cheers,
Ernie

[Thumbs up]

I think      a round of applause is needed for your pioneering efforts in expanding our modelling horizons!!! I dont know you personally sir,but I salute you.I am contemplating buying your wonderful creation and wondering if I can make it fly.If the all up weight is below 16 grams it might   fly?

[Pgtaylorart]

I think      a round of applause is needed for your pioneering efforts in expanding our modelling horizons!!! I dont know you personally sir,but I salute you.I am contemplating buying your wonderful creation and wondering if I can make it fly.If the all up weight is below 16 grams it might   fly?

Yes, a round of applause!! Bo has been an inspiration to me personally and has pushed me to explore areas I never would have before. Thanks, Bo!

George