SPA Modeler

I thought I'd share my latest project which was a quick out-of-the-box build for a friend. The Tamiya Aichi M6A1 Serian float plane. The Serian was apparently designed as an attack plane launched from the new Japanese I-400 class submarine carriers. Pretty interesting concept actually, aircraft coming out of the water. It was powered by the German DB 601 Bf109 engine, license built in Japan. I guess it was basically a Ki-61 with floats. That's the extent of my knowledge of this subject.

Anyways, float planes are a bit out of my normal interest wheelhouse, but I did really enjoy this kit. It's one of their vintage kits but falls together without issue. The only drawback is the closed canopy which is common on early Tamiya subjects (I just started their Brewster Buffalo, same deal).

Paint is Tamiya mix to my eye and all markings were paint on with Maketar masks. The only decals are the tail codes. I did add some PE seatbelts that can be seen in there.











The pit.

Ummm......wow!!! Incredible work!!!

Excellent LD. Chipping looks great and I really like the overall finish. And the dolly is awesome.

Gorgeous work there again Lawdog. Although being a multi seat attack bomber aircraft, rather than a single seat fighter, I’d compare it to being more of a Judy on floats than a Tony. It’s always a treat to see your builds, and I do love how you include a few in progress shots alongside the finished project photos.

This is one sensational model Lawdog! Wow, despite all my best efforts, I never succeed in getting my interiors to look that good! Your chipping and weathering is magnificent too! Way to go!

Fantastic!

You did it again Joe. Magnificent

Mmmmm.... another racer floatplane of the IJN. Well done!

This is beautiful! I really like your style and always look forward to your post.

WOW!!!

That is one sharp OOB build Joe. Dang it man this is good.