Kari's bench 2021 -->

[KSaarni]

Despite the fact that this build will be an out of the box build, I need to do one exception, and that is the belts.

To use decals representing belts is not correct, so I ordered, directly from HGW models seatbelts.





292 Czech Korunas equal roughly 11,4 € or USD 13,4.


- Kari

[speedgraflex]

Kari!

I saw this yesterday, the assembly and added decal, and thought it was perfectly achieved; the use of Tamiya’s setting solution just right. I think it is often too much carrier film that spoils the effects of a decal, but in this case, your experience and effects are perfect. I hope I am able to use the word perfect here.

This is beautiful!



I simply must state that again! Very beautiful inner assembly as well, frankly you are achieving the right effect with usage of insignia white; thin and completely realistic scale effects. Bravo!

As far as having to purchase seat belts I think every model builder here feels it would be necessary to augment the interior. I wonder why manufacturers leave these critical pieces as aftermarket?

[KSaarni]

Many thanks Bruce! :-)

- Kari

[speedgraflex]

Keep going, Kari!

[LyleW]

That is indeed impressive. That the text is that legible is incredible. Nice!

[KSaarni]

Thanks Bruce once more and thanks Lyle!

I had big plans for today, to finalise the horisontal stabilizer, but seems time will run out.
I could finalise the masking, but painting the rest of the stab will probably happen during the weekend.



What I really like about this kit is, that many parts can be finalised with paint and all, before attaching into the fuselage.
Like with the air intakes, the horizontal stabilizer can be added very much in the end of the build.



- Kari

[speedgraflex]

Go at your own pace, Kari! Yes, the levels of fit and finish are off the charts!!! Cheers!

[KSaarni]

Thanks Bruce, yes, that's my plan. Not to rush but still come to a finish !

- Kari

[Floki]

Thanks Bruce once more and thanks Lyle!

I had big plans for today, to finalise the horisontal stabilizer, but seems time will run out.
I could finalise the masking, but painting the rest of the stab will probably happen during the weekend.



What I really like about this kit is, that many parts can be finalised with paint and all, before attaching into the fuselage.
Like with the air intakes, the horizontal stabilizer can be added very much in the end of the build.



- Kari

Looking good Kari! That was also a big plus with the ZM Phantom.

[KSaarni]

Looking good Kari! That was also a big plus with the ZM Phantom.

Thanks Clint!

Still planning in near future to buy a ZM Phantom as well
( Disclaimer: near being anything between a few months and a few years )

- Kari