Hey guys! You've probably noticed that none of my in-progress builds have been moving forward. This is mostly due to being busy with other things around the house including having to buy a new car after my SUV died. But I'm also not particularly enthused to continue on the F-14A and Hawker Tempest builds at this moment. They are at stages which require a certain amount of thinking/planning/scratchbuilding that I'm just not motivated to do. I'll get back to them eventually but in the meantime, I want to start a new project to help build the mojo.
So I ordered up this kit...
It's a new subject that falls within my Late Luftwaffe comfort zone so I'm hoping that equals some excitement and enthusiasm. The airframe is small and simple.
From what I've read, there are some possible fit issues with the major component joints: wings:fuselage, upper fuselage panels, forward fuselage:rear fuselage. I know that an ill-fitting kit can kill the joy so there is a risk that this new project will backfire on me but at this stage, I'm not minding the prospect of doing that type of work, at least right now.
The aftermarket list will be pretty short for this one. I'm adding the Aires resin cockpit and DEF Model resin wheels to replace the rubber ones included in the kit. I'm planning on making masks for the major markings using the Silhouette Portrait cutter and the kit decals for the remainder of the smaller markings and stencils.
This is my proposed subject...
The kit and the aftermarket items are en-route so I'll report on them when they arrive. I also ordered a used copy of Aero Details 10 from EBay as a reference...
1/32 Meng Me163 Komet
1/32 Meng Me163 Komet
John aka JKim
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Re: 1/32 Meng Me163 Komet
Well, if this is what it takes for you to get your mojo back… ya better get on it!
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Re: 1/32 Meng Me163 Komet
Cool Subject choice John and it certainly fills a gap in your recent Luftwaffe builds - looking forward to seeing where it goes!
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Re: 1/32 Meng Me163 Komet
Indeed, very much looking forward to this build.
There has been a few Me163 builds throughout the years on SPAM, but I don't believe ever a detailed 1/32 scale build.
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There has been a few Me163 builds throughout the years on SPAM, but I don't believe ever a detailed 1/32 scale build.
- Kari
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Re: 1/32 Meng Me163 Komet
I have the same kit sitting on my bench. Probably under a layer of frost right now.
Its been way too cold to get into the shed to do anything.
Im keen to see your progress, and if you spot any issues let me know!!
Its been way too cold to get into the shed to do anything.
Im keen to see your progress, and if you spot any issues let me know!!
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Re: 1/32 Meng Me163 Komet
A Kraftei! That'll fun to watch.
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Re: 1/32 Meng Me163 Komet
Thanks guys! Hopefully, this will get me back onto the modeling bench. When I think about wiring the Tomcat wheel wells, I usually find some excuse to watch TV or futz with my fishing equipment instead!
John aka JKim
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Re: 1/32 Meng Me163 Komet
I'm really excited to see this I love the late war jet and rocket fighters
March as one, Don't look back
Odin's sons... Attack!
Unleash hell! Do not repent! Warfare grants us no lament
Let your weapons slash and tear This is no place for fear
Hold the lines! Move as one! In unity our victory's won
Our shields will form a mighty wall
United we shall never fall
Odin's sons... Attack!
Unleash hell! Do not repent! Warfare grants us no lament
Let your weapons slash and tear This is no place for fear
Hold the lines! Move as one! In unity our victory's won
Our shields will form a mighty wall
United we shall never fall
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Re: 1/32 Meng Me163 Komet
Oh,very nice subject!!
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Re: 1/32 Meng Me163 Komet
Someone say Mojo?
This is gonna be a cool build.
This is gonna be a cool build.
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