blunce Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 (edited) Not much progress (photographed) yet, but I have been getting some stuff put together lately. Here's the basics though MavDecals: South African Air Force, Kittyhawk Mk.III , 5 Sqn, EW421, 1943 Manufacturer has listed incorrect information. Here is the correct information provided by Terry McGrady (Thanks!) Kittyhawk Mk.IA, Piloted by Squadron C/O Major D.B Hauptfleish, 2Sqn, EV421, 1943 The Goodies: The video below doesn't mention DB Hauptfleish, but here is where the video came from and the rest of the story (as well as the video) http://www.heinzmige...nd-captured.php Edited July 12, 2012 by blunce Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blunce Posted January 2, 2012 Author Share Posted January 2, 2012 (edited) I've never been too fond of the Eduard prepainted items, mainly because the colors are usually incorrect and also because the few times I have used them, I haven't weathered the parts any. So, I decided to spray a flat clear coat over the top of all the prepainted stuff to facilitate some weathering later in the form of filters and pastels. This will 1. allow weathering, and 2. allow me to alter the color a bit if needed to get it closer to the correct color, though I don't see much if anything that will need to be altered. The color fret as it comes from Eduard:and after a clear flat coat has been applied. Not sure if a difference is really noticeable in the pics, but I can see it IRL. Since this was a desert bird, I think the flat coat process will help in getting things a bit "dusty" and also I'll be able to dirty up those pristine seat belts. I'm sure they only looked like that until the aircraft's second flight! Edited March 15, 2012 by blunce Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SoarinSukhoi Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I've never been fond of the Eduard prepainted PE either. It always looks toy-like and the colors are often wrong. It does look a lot better after the clearcoat. Interesting choice of markings. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blunce Posted January 2, 2012 Author Share Posted January 2, 2012 (edited) Interesting choice of markings. The guy I'm building this one for built a Revell issue a long time ago in these markings. He wanted to build it again now that his skills were vastly improved, but unfortunately, before he could get to it, some medical issues have all but prevented him from building anything. I told him I would be honored to build it for him since he couldn't, that way he could have the aircraft (model) he loved. Edited January 2, 2012 by blunce Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SoarinSukhoi Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 The guy I'm building this one for built a Revell issue a long time ago in these markings. He wanted to build it again now that his skills were vastly improved, but unfortunately, before he could get to it, some medical issues have all but prevented him from building anything. I told him I would be honored to build it for him since he couldn't, that way he could have the aircraft (model) he loved. Very nice thing to do! Looking forward to seeing it finished. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mungo1974 Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 That is such a cool thing to do for a friend! I'll be watching this one with interest. ATB, Gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blunce Posted January 6, 2012 Author Share Posted January 6, 2012 (edited) Edited February 1, 2012 by blunce Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kahunaminor Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 Looking very nice so far. I like the idea of a flat coat on the Eduard PE, thanks for that. The harness looks MUCH better!! Regards, Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blunce Posted January 9, 2012 Author Share Posted January 9, 2012 Looking very nice so far. I like the idea of a flat coat on the Eduard PE, thanks for that. The harness looks MUCH better!! Regards, Thanks Kent, yeah I think putting a flat clear on colored PE will be a new requirement for me. I'm liking the outcome so far. More to come soon. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blunce Posted January 30, 2012 Author Share Posted January 30, 2012 (edited) I'll be posting more photos later tonight. Edited February 1, 2012 by blunce Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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blunce Posted February 2, 2012 Author Share Posted February 2, 2012 Next up: interior framing of the windshield and gunsight build up and install Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HOLMES Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 BRIAN, Firstly that is a very lovely gesture to build this for a friend. And then the Video , that is just amazing to watch AND listen to.Thank you for the great find and it is quite enlightening to listen to the Pilot Hans Migeod.. And the build. it .AWESOME. EXEMPLARY and SO VERY NEAT Brian.. I really love the way you have shown your work .it is SO easy to follow and easily able to see when you define things that are worked on...LIKE THE FORMAT..Keep up the good work. PRISTINE, SUPERB work so far... Will be wathcing this as it is already whetted MY apetite for your build.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blunce Posted February 2, 2012 Author Share Posted February 2, 2012 Thanks Holmes! I found it really cool to not only hear about an incident this plane was involved in, but to hear from the unfortunate recipient of the P-40's attack is almost unheard of since 1. they didn't often survive, and 2. most victims didn't know who their attacker was. To hear they became friends 34 years later is just awesome! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aigore Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 Fantastic work Brian! I really like how you set up your updates with nice pictures and explanatory text. Such attention to details, it´s wonderful to see full blown AMS in the works! Keep up the good work! P.S. I had to do a double take to see it was a gawa you were building...with all them gaps I thought it was a short run kit! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blunce Posted February 2, 2012 Author Share Posted February 2, 2012 Fantastic work Brian! I really like how you set up your updates with nice pictures and explanatory text. Such attention to details, it´s wonderful to see full blown AMS in the works! Keep up the good work! P.S. I had to do a double take to see it was a gawa you were building...with all them gaps I thought it was a short run kit! Thanks Janne! I must've been really workin' on some crappy kits recently then, because to me, this thing is going together like a dream! A few minor gap issues here and there, but nothing to scary yet. I guess it's not a shake-n-bake kit, but I'm enjoying it so far. I think problems/issues like these usually just make us better modelers, provided the aircraft doesn't take an early departure - destination North Wall. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tomcatemtom Posted February 12, 2012 Share Posted February 12, 2012 Ha thanks for the kind words. Your project looks fantastic. Have one of these so will be watching this one. Would you let me know how you have your lighting set up and what type of digital camra you are useing. that would be great. Pit looooooks great. michael (tomcatemtom) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rom Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 very catching build review!! ;) bye! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Big Daddy Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 Fantastic job so far!!! Love the cockpit. You are making me feel very inadequate though, LOL. Looking forward to following your build through to completion. :thumbsup: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kinnies Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 (edited) I have been thinking about getting the P40E (either RAAF or RNZAF)and am now determined to. Your build is very inspiring and your tips re: the PE are great and your advice about the fit of the rear fus and tail will probably save a lot of grief. The story behind the build must be a great motivation for you. I'm looking forward to seeing more. Cheers, John Edited February 17, 2012 by kinnies Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blunce Posted February 20, 2012 Author Share Posted February 20, 2012 on to filling with CA and rescribing. Hopefully the clear plastic can handle the excessive work. Worse case, I'll maybe have to get a replacement piece from Hasegawa. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aigore Posted February 21, 2012 Share Posted February 21, 2012 Neat job with the canopy masking, I never thought of using the mask twice! I always use the precut masks for the inside and mask the outside the old fashion way :P Too bad with the flaking tho Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blunce Posted February 26, 2012 Author Share Posted February 26, 2012 (edited) Edited February 26, 2012 by blunce Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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