Here at the end of 2017, I managed to finish one final aircraft. It is very poorly done, but it is done. I built it out of the box...literally: only using what was in it. This is why the decals look so bad and the windows have dimples. Personally, I like this little bird, despite the issues.
Here is the ancient Airfix USAF Jetstream in 1/72 scale:
Someday I might get another one of these and do it up right with new windows and far better decals.
I know it is pretty crappy, but comments are still welcome. This was built as a practice for doing a white over bare metal finish on an aircraft.
Thanks for looking in, and once again; comments are welcome.
The Duke
Virtuoso of Miniatures
"Do you know what the chain of command is? It's the chain I get and beat you with 'till you understand who's in ruttin' command!"
-Jayne Cobb, Firefly Episode 2 "The Train Job"
We are modelers - the same in spirit, in hunger to insanely buy newly released kits, hustlers in hiding our stash from our better halves and experts in using garbage as replacements for after-market parts.
Mark, I can see where it could use some fine tuning. But for OOB, it looks just fine. I could swear that I have seen a few of those over the years flying into Los Alamitos here...
"Surely I have made my meaning plain? I intend to avenge myself upon you, Admiral. I have deprived your ship of power, and when I swing 'round, I intend to deprive you of your life."
Thanks Blacksheep. I am happy with the result, despite the issues.
Carlos, thanks. Yes, there is a lot of fine tuning needed, but this was mostly a practice build. I did it out of box since I knew I was going to be experimenting with different techniques and products on this. Of course, once I start something I have to try and finish it so this one got finished. I'm happy with the result. And I wouldn't be surprised of you did see these fly in. They were used extensively as a liaison aircraft by the USAF.
MP, thanks, I agree. I like the looks of this plane.
The Duke
Virtuoso of Miniatures
"Do you know what the chain of command is? It's the chain I get and beat you with 'till you understand who's in ruttin' command!"
-Jayne Cobb, Firefly Episode 2 "The Train Job"
We are modelers - the same in spirit, in hunger to insanely buy newly released kits, hustlers in hiding our stash from our better halves and experts in using garbage as replacements for after-market parts.
She looks good, Mark, as always. If I remember correctly, you didn't let little things like old decals and dimpled windshields hole you back from finishing anything you started.
So, how ya been, Mark? It's been a while since our old home closed down, hasn't it? I've got a couple of wingie things I can tackle as soon as I finish working on my old ship, the William H. Standley. I got that kit just before the LEM shut down and finally started her yesterday. Take care, my friend and I'll see you around the forum.
Rick
“To be a Virginian either by Birth, Marriage, Adoption, or even on one's Mother's side, is an Introduction to any State in the Union, a Passport to any Foreign Country, and a Benediction from Above.”
Rick thanks, and it's a thrill seeing you again! I have sorely missed you man. You definitely need to post pics of that ship. I want to see you working on it.
Thanks again for the compliment on this plane. I did intend to finish it and I did. I'm glad I have it on my shelf.
Have you seen my Year in Review yet Rick? It'll give you a chance to catch up with everything I did this past year. Feel free to check it out my friend.
The Duke
Virtuoso of Miniatures
"Do you know what the chain of command is? It's the chain I get and beat you with 'till you understand who's in ruttin' command!"
-Jayne Cobb, Firefly Episode 2 "The Train Job"
We are modelers - the same in spirit, in hunger to insanely buy newly released kits, hustlers in hiding our stash from our better halves and experts in using garbage as replacements for after-market parts.
Thanks, Thomas, it feels like home and I know I'll be happy here.
Haven't gotten to your Year in Review yet, Mark, but I'll be sure to check it out. I always enjoyed seeing what you accomplished every year and now I get to do it again.
“To be a Virginian either by Birth, Marriage, Adoption, or even on one's Mother's side, is an Introduction to any State in the Union, a Passport to any Foreign Country, and a Benediction from Above.”
"Do you know what the chain of command is? It's the chain I get and beat you with 'till you understand who's in ruttin' command!"
-Jayne Cobb, Firefly Episode 2 "The Train Job"
We are modelers - the same in spirit, in hunger to insanely buy newly released kits, hustlers in hiding our stash from our better halves and experts in using garbage as replacements for after-market parts.
