1/48 AMT P-40F

[speedgraflex]

Yes! I think that’s right. Very sharply observed... the way the bottle is turned; the position of the gun (he’s enlisted and that’s an officer’s gun?) and the patch... yes, truly. There are shots of easy camaraderie, as well:

[Stikpusher]

Officers or enlisted could have a .45, depending upon their job, or their unauthorized acquisition skills.

Some of their photos do make the war seem enjoyable at times. Making the best of a bad situation. Of course their situation is not the same as up on the front lines with the total lack any comfort or amenities.

[speedgraflex]

You are wise to make the point about front line conditions—many of these photos were taken in Italy during what may be R and R.

Looking forward to more progress, Carlos!

[mostrich]

The wallpaper is a killer! I'd love to cover a small corner of my living room with something alike.

[Stikpusher]

I’ve been working on the final touches on this project. On Sunday I added the propeller, main landing gear struts, belly tank, and a strip of tissue paper in the tail wheel well to represent the canvas boot many P-40s had in there... and cover up the seam... I took these photos yesterday





This morning before work I painted the tires and tail wheel well boot... but no photos yet. All ready for the final bits now...

[speedgraflex]

Your work looks beautiful!

[Stuart]

That looks cracking Stik!

[Stikpusher]

Thanks guys. Now I just need a few more hours at my workbench on this puppy...

[Stikpusher]

Flat coat airbrushed on today...





Now I just need to add the final parts and weathering....

[speedgraflex]

Carlos—lookin’ good! What’s gonna be your plan for weathering?