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This was originally part of the French GB, but I blew it and let the Albatros take over.  She's finally finished, though, and I enjoyed every minute of this build.
I've always wanted a Strutter in my collection and I had earmarked this kit to be done in Ray Collishaw's markings.  It sat in my stash for years awaiting a decent set of after market decals which never materialized.  When the French GB presented itself, those plans went out the window and I became enamored with the profile of this aircraft in Jon Guttman's Reconnaissance and Bomber Aces of World War 1.  The profile depicts this aircraft in CDL and khaki and that's how I chose to portray her.  I hope you like it.















Thanks for looking in, folks!
Cheers,
Bud
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Re: Sopwith 1A2 of Sgt Hebert and Adj Borzecki, Chipilly, France, 1916
« Reply #1 on: July 30, 2016, 12:18:36 PM »
Very nice work on this one Bud. Congrats on such a well done build!
Cheers,
Gary

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Re: Sopwith 1A2 of Sgt Hebert and Adj Borzecki, Chipilly, France, 1916
« Reply #2 on: July 30, 2016, 12:31:58 PM »
You`ve really outdone yourself on this one, Bud, it is absolutely magnificent! The colours, the superb detailing, and the clean finish overall are just spectacular, congratulations, a really lovely Build! 8)
Cheers,
Lance

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Re: Sopwith 1A2 of Sgt Hebert and Adj Borzecki, Chipilly, France, 1916
« Reply #3 on: July 30, 2016, 01:46:29 PM »
Thanks so much, Gary and Lance!  I greatly appreciate your kind comments.
This was such a fun kit, I think I'll do another.  Maybe a single seat night fighter next.
Cheers,
Bud
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Re: Sopwith 1A2 of Sgt Hebert and Adj Borzecki, Chipilly, France, 1916
« Reply #4 on: July 30, 2016, 01:51:18 PM »
 Bud,
I agree with Lance you've out done yourself once again my old friend. Congratulations and Well Done Bud.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
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Re: Sopwith 1A2 of Sgt Hebert and Adj Borzecki, Chipilly, France, 1916
« Reply #5 on: July 30, 2016, 02:39:19 PM »
Thank you, Gregory!  It's always a pleasure to hear from you.
Cheers,
Bud
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Re: Sopwith 1A2 of Sgt Hebert and Adj Borzecki, Chipilly, France, 1916
« Reply #6 on: July 30, 2016, 02:48:30 PM »
A real pleasure watching your build and an even greater pleasure seeing this magnificent finished model, you have done a superb job with this one Bud with great painting and excellent rigging, it certainly is a stunning looking model, well done.

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Re: Sopwith 1A2 of Sgt Hebert and Adj Borzecki, Chipilly, France, 1916
« Reply #7 on: July 30, 2016, 03:36:57 PM »
Wonderful! Bud, you did a brilliant job, this is a perfect Strutter! I really love it!
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Andreas
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Re: Sopwith 1A2 of Sgt Hebert and Adj Borzecki, Chipilly, France, 1916
« Reply #8 on: July 30, 2016, 05:05:04 PM »
It's a great work. Clean and precise. A real tribute to the brave pilots who flew this plane. Regards, Paul

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Re: Sopwith 1A2 of Sgt Hebert and Adj Borzecki, Chipilly, France, 1916
« Reply #9 on: July 30, 2016, 07:34:00 PM »
The build was a pleasure and the finished model exceeds expectations. I really like it very much!
Giuseppe

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Re: Sopwith 1A2 of Sgt Hebert and Adj Borzecki, Chipilly, France, 1916
« Reply #10 on: July 30, 2016, 07:53:51 PM »
Well Amigo I can't say much that hasn't been said already. Brilliant build. Your detailing , painting, and rigging are outstanding!
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Re: Sopwith 1A2 of Sgt Hebert and Adj Borzecki, Chipilly, France, 1916
« Reply #11 on: July 30, 2016, 08:28:50 PM »
Congratulations on a terrific model, Bud.  You have really hit the mark
with the Strutter.  The Khaki and the CDL is a great combination and
the rigging is flawless.  A great job in all aspects, my friend!

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Re: Sopwith 1A2 of Sgt Hebert and Adj Borzecki, Chipilly, France, 1916
« Reply #12 on: July 30, 2016, 08:45:33 PM »
Very very fine Strutter. I like the subtle shading, especially on CDL. Congratulations, Bud!
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Re: Sopwith 1A2 of Sgt Hebert and Adj Borzecki, Chipilly, France, 1916
« Reply #13 on: July 31, 2016, 08:58:19 AM »
Well Amigo I can't say much that hasn't been said already. Brilliant build. Your detailing , painting, and rigging are outstanding!
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Re: Sopwith 1A2 of Sgt Hebert and Adj Borzecki, Chipilly, France, 1916
« Reply #14 on: July 31, 2016, 01:13:19 PM »
Thank you, my friends!  The results are purely due to all I've learned from all of you over the years.  This forum provides us with the curriculum for a masters degree in modeling if we pay attention.  Thank you all again.
Here are a couple more in my new favorite setting.




Cheers,
Bud
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