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Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
« on: August 25, 2016, 01:44:43 PM »
Hello all – here is my latest completion – the Flashback 1/72 scale Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter. This was built out of the box, in the markings of N5241 of the 4th Escadrille, Royal Belgian Aeronautique Militaire, 1917.  These aircraft were obtained by the Belgians from the British and saw a long service life, so I went for a weathered look. The decals came from a mixture of the Blue Rider sheet BR-236 “Royal Belgian Aeronautique Militaire 1914-1918” and the spares box.












The kit was reasonable to build, however, be very careful fitting the struts – lots of test fitting is required and it took me a couple of tries. Even then, the wing isn’t quite at the right angle. Probably a combination of the kit and my poor construction skills…! Otherwise, it is a lovely kit straight out of the box.



The build log is here - http://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=6821.0

All comments and criticisms welcome!

Thanks

BC

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Offline stefanbuss

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Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
« Reply #1 on: August 25, 2016, 02:33:22 PM »
I love everything on it - the weathererd look, the subtle way of doing the ribs, the photography, the model's tinyness (if such a thing exists - it's so cute).

Lovely. Very very well done.

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Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
« Reply #2 on: August 25, 2016, 03:33:43 PM »
A superb result Brad, the overall finish is excellent and the rigging is awesome for 1:72 scale, well done.

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Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
« Reply #3 on: August 25, 2016, 04:19:57 PM »
Wow, very,very nice.
What a skill. It is looking as if it is 1:32. Simply stunning.
Manni
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Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
« Reply #4 on: August 25, 2016, 05:14:41 PM »
Brad, for a long time now I am admiring your models and this is just another masterpiece. As Manni said, it could go for 1/32.
kind regards
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Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
« Reply #5 on: August 25, 2016, 06:58:04 PM »
Brad,

If you don't say that this is 1/72, someone may easily be fooled into thinking that it is 1/32 :) The pic with the Humbrol can was shocking even though I knew it is 1/72 scale!
Keep up the good work

Best regards,
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Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
« Reply #6 on: August 25, 2016, 07:11:01 PM »
Very very fine modelling, Brad. Great to see this one completed to such high standard. I like the weathering and shading especially.
Congratulations and I am looking forward for more of your spectacular builds.
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Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
« Reply #7 on: August 25, 2016, 11:02:17 PM »
That is absolutely gorgeous Brad. Nice subtle weathering and the rigging is nice and taut...I have one in my stash and if comes out even half as good I'll be well chuffed!

Ian
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Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
« Reply #8 on: August 25, 2016, 11:23:06 PM »
Quote from: Ssasho0 on August 25, 2016, 06:58:04 PM
Brad,

If you don't say that this is 1/72, someone may easily be fooled into thinking that it is 1/32 :) The pic with the Humbrol can was shocking even though I knew it is 1/72 scale!
Keep up the good work

Best regards,
Sasho


Brad, I agree with Sasho! The only thing I need to know is where you get Pint cans of Humbro;  ::) A truly stunning model!!
RAGIII
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Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
« Reply #9 on: August 26, 2016, 12:40:53 AM »
Such a refined palette .......Masterpiece!
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Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
« Reply #10 on: August 26, 2016, 03:38:15 AM »
Superb modelling right across the board: beautiful work Brad, and congratulations on another really spectacular model!
Cheers,
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Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
« Reply #11 on: August 26, 2016, 04:58:53 AM »
Fantastic model.
Congratulations.
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Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
« Reply #12 on: August 26, 2016, 04:59:14 AM »
Truly stunning, Brad!  Your shading and weathering are superb and the Belgian scheme is unique and eye-catching.  I love everything about it.  I just finished a Roden Strutter in French livery, but now, after seeing yours, I want to do another.
Cheers,
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Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
« Reply #13 on: August 26, 2016, 07:38:32 AM »
Thanks for the very kind words everyone!  ;D
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Re: Finished - 1/72 Flashback Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
« Reply #14 on: August 26, 2016, 08:44:56 AM »
Brad, as always, it's just superb.

Warren
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