Parabat Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 Incredible build, that is excellent in so many ways. Every detail is so well executed, lovely stuff, thanks for sharing that. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
barkin mad Posted April 4, 2013 Share Posted April 4, 2013 Awesome. Just the right amount of weathering & well painted to boot. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Youngtiger1 Posted April 5, 2013 Share Posted April 5, 2013 (edited) Wow, very nice build. I just purchase these marking couple off weeks ago and hoping to get started with this jet. Now, since you don't have any WIP pic (no problem), then can you post more of your built pics. Its totally nice Btw, how was the construction of the Isracast resin slats? Mike Edited April 5, 2013 by Youngtiger1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
johnnymac Posted April 5, 2013 Author Share Posted April 5, 2013 It looks incredible. Your craftsmanship is top notch! Can you let us know how you painted the ejector handle's black-yellow stripes, and how you made the rubber seal along the edges of the canopy? They both look fantastic. Also your photography is very pleasing. Thanks in advance! The ejection seat handles were first airbrushed yellow, then after it had cured, I hand painted the black stripes with a small bristle brush. Nothing too hard, really. The rubber seal is nothing tricky, either. When I mask the canopies before the camo is applied, I apply the masking tape along the inside edge of the seal (i.e., the edge that touches the glass portion). Once the camo paint has dried, I apply another strip of masking tape along the outside edge of the seal, so that only the seal area is exposed. Then I airbrush the seal area with Radome Tan (no other reason for this color other than the fact that I think it's a good color for the seal). The outer edge mask is then removed (leaving the mask on the clear sections intact), then the model is weathered, decaled, and flat coated. Remove the masks on the clear portions, and you're done. Very simple (it would have to be simple for me to handle it). ;)/> Wow, very nice build. I just purchase these marking couple off weeks ago and hoping to get started with this jet. Now, since you don't have any WIP pic (no problem), then can you post more of your built pics. Its totally nice :thumbsup:/>/> Btw, how was the construction of the Isracast resin slats? Mike, my plan is to write an article for ARC sometime soon. I'll have more extensive pic's for that. As far as the Isracast set is concerned, the best word to describe it is "crude". The rivet detail is WAY overdone; the holes are too big. I actually filled them all in with Zap-A-Gap, then redrilled them with a .3mm drill bit. The actuator arms and braces that hold the outer slat in place are very badly misshapen, and I had to sand those down to a more realistic size and shape. The set is a good starting point to convert the wings, but at $45 U.S., I have to say that it's a little bit overpriced. Again, thank you all for the compliments. I really appreciate them!!! :D/> Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kurnass77 Posted April 5, 2013 Share Posted April 5, 2013 I'm speachless!!! Gianni Quote Link to post Share on other sites
polybebber Posted April 5, 2013 Share Posted April 5, 2013 You see models like this very rarely, and if you see them, take your time and enjoy the pictures :worship: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
balls47 Posted April 5, 2013 Share Posted April 5, 2013 johnnymac, I have seen this paint scheme in photos, and you definitely nailed this one. Even though this was not an official paint scheme, the Navy pilots that flew F-4S's in this graded paint scheme said that they were some of the most effective ever applied to Navy Phantoms. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Grand Toad Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 (edited) Fantastic. I remember standing next to VF-301's display bird at Miramar back in the 80s. Your's looks like the real bird. Edited April 6, 2013 by Grand Toad Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaneBramage Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 Enormour nards on this task!!!! And even bigger talent!!!! Superb Job. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
let_models Posted April 30, 2013 Share Posted April 30, 2013 WOW! loving it! let_models :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Marcel111 Posted May 1, 2013 Share Posted May 1, 2013 Wow, this is a beautiful build! Immacualte modeling, as shown by your close-up pics. I also like your choice of markings! Marcel Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Crazybear Posted May 1, 2013 Share Posted May 1, 2013 Nice job! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimz66 Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Seen this in person and it is VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY IMPRESSIVE... Johnny's stuff ALWAYS IS... he knows I am coming so he usually brings a Phantom for me to enjoy. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wing_Nut Posted May 5, 2013 Share Posted May 5, 2013 Damn John, even though I'm personally disgusted by your talent, I cannot lie, this is AMAZING!! :woot.gif:/> I hope I get a chance to see this baby in person at a future event (Baycon??) Congrats on another masterpiece to add to your already impressive collection :thumbsup:/> Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aigore Posted May 5, 2013 Share Posted May 5, 2013 Gorgeous! Terrific detailing and a flawless paintjob :D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jinxter13 Posted May 6, 2013 Share Posted May 6, 2013 Dude, That's just sick. Well maybe...., but it's sure making a lot of others look sick, and some modelers, verrrry sick. :worship: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
deltadagger Posted May 6, 2013 Share Posted May 6, 2013 Wow!It's a piece of art!Excellent finish! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GreyGhost Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 John, PHANTABULOUS Build ! I got to see this very aircraft on static display at the 1983 Miramar airshow, I have a photo of it somewhere ... You nailed the look of the scheme perfectly ... It's a shame what laid ahead for this Phantom ... -Gregg Quote Link to post Share on other sites
compressorman Posted May 10, 2013 Share Posted May 10, 2013 Super duper nice. What a great paintjob! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Yso Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 Super build. One of my favourite camo schemes for F4. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kalashnikov-47 Posted May 15, 2013 Share Posted May 15, 2013 Holy cow that finish is perfect!!!! GREAT JOB!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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