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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #15 on: June 25, 2017, 06:24:01 PM »
Subtlety is the name of the game.

Looking good, Guy! ;)

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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #16 on: June 25, 2017, 09:09:43 PM »
That's looking really nice what you are doing! I am still thinking about using an 1/28 Revell Tripe to cut into pieces as background for my 75mm MvR(Vampire) figure, or buying a 1:24 Merit kit which is much more expensive. But I think I'll go with the old Revell now, seeing the pics of your progress.
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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #17 on: June 25, 2017, 09:36:59 PM »
Nice, very nice!!!!

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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #18 on: June 26, 2017, 12:30:58 AM »
Thanks Borsos, Juan & Bob :)

The main framework is done - jus some details to add - engine control quadrant and instruments and some bits & bobs. But a very enjoyable day messing about with scraps to make up detail - I think this is more fun than a posh kit!

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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #19 on: June 26, 2017, 01:11:02 AM »
Ooh, this is looking very good, Guy! It always was a quite buildable kit! I do like your additions to the interior, I will be taking notes! Regards, Marc

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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #20 on: June 26, 2017, 05:16:36 PM »
Guy, it is very encouraging to see what an experienced modeler could do with such an old and basic kit.
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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #21 on: June 26, 2017, 06:31:57 PM »
Very nice indeed Guy, this is turning into a real gem.

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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #22 on: June 26, 2017, 11:14:24 PM »
You re certainly making a great improvement over what comes in the box. Enjoy the build!
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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #23 on: June 27, 2017, 03:14:44 AM »
I remember building this very may years ago - but some of the parts seem to have been missing on reflection!! Your extra cockpit details are stunning - wonderful piece of scratch building there. A complete scratch build next?

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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #24 on: June 27, 2017, 08:35:56 PM »
Thank you all!

Just about finished the cockpit I think. Need to look at an ammunition box but it's all fairly generic tbh - just having fun making bits here and there. The seat belts came out of the spares box - 1/32 but look fine to me - as does the couple of instrument decals from Wingnuts.

Will have a look at the engine next...

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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #25 on: June 27, 2017, 10:05:04 PM »
Great looking interior, Guy.
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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #26 on: June 27, 2017, 10:51:14 PM »
Looks Gorgeous Guy!  The seat and belts are first class for sure!
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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #27 on: June 28, 2017, 12:33:56 AM »
Outstanding work on the innards, Guy!  She's shaping up beautifully!
Cheers,
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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #28 on: June 28, 2017, 01:03:31 AM »
    You are doing absolute wonders with this old classic, Guy. She's already a beauty, and I'm anticipating another winner from your talented efforts. 8)
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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #29 on: June 28, 2017, 01:12:32 AM »
Thanks chaps!

I've got the Fuse together and test fitting the wings and struts and I'm astounded by the fit! All clicks together without the merest hint of a gap... I'm sure someone will tell me it's the wrong dimensions here and there but looks good!

Amazing

Guy
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