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Has it really been four years..... man how time fly's. My first real attempt at an aircraft model. For anyone who remembers, this was a kit I had promised a good friend of mine. I am happy to say she is done. Not without plenty of existing mistakes but, finished at last (with the exception of two dorsal anntna to be added when she reaches her new home.)

So..... it's been about four years now since I started this WIP. I can finally put this thread to rest. Sorry I was not able to continue providing content up until the end but, I have really appreciated all the folks who stopped by to offer encouragement, critique, and support. I will have a collection of pics of this build in the display case and since I am actively working on models again, I will try to revive my old A-10 thread too if I have time. Thanks! -Mark

If I may "chime in again," the Revellogram suffers from some fit problems = lots of filler in some places. If you are good with raised panel lines that's a plus unless, you would choose to re-scribe the kit. The engine fans are a bit too shallow. The ailerons/speed brakes come in the open position. Not that these are bad things. You might need to source some AM products which may be not as readily available as Italeri and Hobby Boss to correct/bring up to date the kit depending on the era you chose to build from. Out of the five 1/48th scale kits (if we include the ESCI kit) the windscreen/can

I really wish there was a "difinitive" kit of the A-10 in 1/48 but, sadly there is not. All of the current available kits suffer from various problems as you probably are aware. My choice was the Hobby Boss kit (still working on it.) I am not certain about the jets you want to model but, as far the loadouts the best suggestion I can think of is to source any photos from the era that you can find. Good luck with your build!

+1. Would love that myself.

Well it's been a while since I last worked on my HB A-10A (2 years!). Life happens y'a know? Thanks for including a couple of jets from the 74th on this sheet Jake. I should pick them up sometime soon. Now..... if only Tamiya or Hasegawa would give us a NEW 1/48th A-10 kit that would allow one to make a choice of A-10A, A-10A+, and A-10C... I can dream can't I? Superb work Jake...... as always! Thanks for supporting A-10 fans. -Mark

All those attributes make a very sound cases for both oils and enamels. I am still collecting "tools" for my toolbox so, thank you both for the insight! -Mark

Hey Joel! Absolutely, the "consistency" comment was meant to be understood in that way! Higher point indeed. Honestly, the path that you have taken is probably more what I should have started with returning to the hobby. To me, yours is a more natural progression of skill sets and "tools" for the toolbox rather than going "all out" as I have been trying to do. As for the Mrs. ....... I have heard somewhere that opposites attract. It's nice to be able to share some of your interests here with the ARC community. I appreciate it! So ...... thanks for sharing your interests with all of us! -Mark

Hello Joel! The Ventura is coming along well! I seriously think the "old and slow" moniker just doesn't fit you! This is the 4th? kit for 2015! Your work just keeps getting more consistent with every new project that you get involved in. Very SOLID building, painting, and (most importantly) completion! -Mark

Janne it's coming along nicely! You sure don't have to tell me about slow progress however, most of my slow progress stems from goofs with glue, putty, etc. Oh.... and the fact that I am not around very much these days to work on my project! I am really inspired to work on my own Tomahawk with your build. I have seen/heard of many builders using MIG products. Sorry to hear it didn't turn out the way you wanted but, I think it looks good! What does the oil paint offer you (for you personally) that you found lacking in the MIG product? Just curious. Looking forward to the next step in your progr

Hey Vincenzo! You are more accomplished man than I to have made the Aires seat belts! Your progress is always very impressive and inspiring. I am just glad to have my update before yours because then I dont have to follow your beautiful work! Haha. The Pave Penny looks great! The armament as well. One day I hope to be able to take good pictures like yours. -Mark

Haha! You have found me out Jorge! With your skills the kit wheels will probably look even better. Thanks for your kind words and yes, I am trying my best to be meticulous with the A-10. Probably more so than any other subject since it is my very favorite plane! -Mark

Thank you for stopping in and posting Sid! I am doing my best not to embarrass your name with as many times as I tell folks how your work has influenced me! Haha. -Mark

Thanks for stopping in Vincenzo! Sorry about the belts but, I didn't have them until later. After I had the seat painted. Well.... you can get some for your next project! Thanks for supporting me! -Mark

Hahah! Thanks Jorge! One thing that does come immediately to mind is the fact that the HB kit does not have any sway braces for the weapons pylons. You can source these from the Eduard PE exterior set, The Italeri boxing of the A-10A or C, or the Revell Monogram boxing of the A-10. I would also highly recommend Royale Resin wheel set below (if you haven't gotten them yet!) Royale Resin A-10 wheel set I am certainly NOT trying to be presumptuous..... only trying to help! No matter what you choose Jorge.... your build will be...... just...... INCREDIBLE, I know it! -Mark

Thank you Jake! Thanks for stopping in, posting, and your kind words. I also need to thank you (again)for publishing this great reference book on the A-10! I have used it though-out the build (you may have noticed it in the background of the photos where the model has the wings on.)and will continue to use it as I go! It is certainly is a "must have" item for anyone building a Hog (IMHO). I can't wait for Volume II! -Mark

Hey Joel! Thanks, as always for the kind comments. I am very aware of Jorge's work! All aspects of his work are extremely well done and very inspirational. I caught his last "splinter" camo F-15 in the display case. I need to hurry up and get my Hog done because it's bad enough I have to follow Vincenzo's Hog! Haha. If I have to follow Jorge's...... well..... I might be a little embarrassed to even say that my "lump of plastic, resin, and brass" is even an A-10! Haha! You are welcome for the link. I think you will be delighted at the WWII offerings. -Mark

Hey Jorge! Thank you so much for stopping in! I am most humbled that you have been following my build. I know that you will build an AMAZING A-10! The engine fans that you are referring to come from Sierra Hotel Models and are made of resin. They can be found at the following link: SHM A-10 Inlets I couldn't find any information about International shipping but, currently as of todays date (10/12/15), they are in stock. Let me know what you find out. As far as the Aires wheel wells go.... they might be just a millimeter too short but I think, personally, they are not too narrow at all. Wha

Michael thanks for the video link! Canopy masking is not my strong suit. To make matters worse I am trying to do inside and outside painting. I know the division lines on the Revell/Monogram Hog clear parts are soft so that makes your work all the more impressive. I really have to work hard to put canopy mask skills in my toolbox. Anyhow.... the Intruder sounds cool! I really do like Fightertown's selection of subjects so I am looking forward to your completed Intruder. -Mark

Sorry all! Sometimes I forget that it's hard to get an idea of how small the details I show in my WIP are and many times when I take photos I don't take a reference shot of something more common to relate the size with. Thanks to Joel for reminding me of this so here is one last photo to maybe help with the size of these things. I know it doesn't help for all my photos but, it should give a good "general" idea of size. -Mark

Thanks so much Saul for stopping in and posting! The encouragement is VERY much appreciated! Thank you Joel! You are always too gracious with your kind comments. Sierra Hotel Models is really the one to thank for the engine fans and cowlings! I just added paint to their great product. I have inserted a link below from HLJ for the Nano Aviation products in 1/48. They also have seat belts in 1/32 and 1/72 as well but, I am not really familiar with how much variety they offer in the other two scales. If you haven't looked into them yet, there are a few products for WWII planes. More so than

I am speechless Juan!....... OK, I found some words...... Beautiful Fulcrums! Your building is so consistent for all three. I have a collection of GWH Fulcrums and could only hope to have them look as nice. Thanks for sharing these birds! -Mark

I have been praying that some Mfg's will hear my cries for this as well. One such Mfg. I would like to see take on this request would be GWH/Lion Roar. Also on the wish list is an A-10 kit that includes parts to make an "A" or "C" variant. We can only hope! -Mark

It is sure to be another master piece Jorge! Looking forward to following along. -Mark

Suprise Part V! 10/11/2015 This pig has wings now! Yay! I will discuss more in a later post but, I have to say that all the rumors are true....... the fit of the wings to the fuselage is TERRIBLE! That concludes the October update. Until next time! -Mark