chuck540z3 Posted August 8, 2018 Share Posted August 8, 2018 (edited) Gents, While I wait for my modeling mojo to return in the fall when things cool off outside and I get back to the bench, here's some pics of my most recent completion after almost 2 years of work. These were posted previously at LSP, but I thought I'd share them here as well for those of you who don't frequent that site. The modifications and changes to the kit are too many to mention and will likely be in a future modeling magazine, so I'll stick to just pics of the completed model. A few comments to go with the pics: 1) I took several pics of this exact Eagle at Nellis AFB during 3 different air shows and it was always spotless- even the tires were shiny. As a result, the weathering is minimal to match the real deal, other than a little staining on flaps and rudders that are common to all F-15's. 2) The main landing gear on F-15C's toe out quite a bit, as evidenced by the last pic in this first post, so this is normal. 3) "Bay 5", behind the cockpit, is usually green, but F-15's built from 1980 on are white. As a result, this one (80-0010) is also white. Now the pics: Edited August 10, 2018 by chuck540z3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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Mr.Happy Posted August 8, 2018 Share Posted August 8, 2018 Chuck540z3, Truly amazing work always from you and quite a treet to behold. Mind blown 🤯 Oustanding work😎 Mr.Happy (In name only) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mstor Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 WOW!! She is a real beauty. Exquisite detail and painting. Very well done Sir! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hooker169 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 Incredible build, Chuck! Those exhausts Quote Link to post Share on other sites
A-10 LOADER Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 It was a pleasure to follow along with this build Chuck. I believe we are cut from the same cloth with our OCD for attention to all the details and, we all know how this aspect can add lots of time to a project but, so worth it in the end. Once again you've proven your mastery of plastic and all your hard work and attention to detail is very apparent. Steve Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Peterpools Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 Chuck Amazing work and I'm so glad I was with you throughout the build - start to finish Peter Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chuck540z3 Posted August 10, 2018 Author Share Posted August 10, 2018 (edited) Thank you everyone for your kind comments. I really appreciate them all and it’s always my goal to improve my modeling skills with every new build. Having said that, this model may be my ceiling for improvement, as my eyesight and dexterity slowly deteriorate with Father Time. We’ll see what happens with my Spitfire! Cheers, Chuck Edited August 10, 2018 by chuck540z3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Manuel J. Armas S. Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 Espectacular, great build… Greetings... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CaptainObvious Posted August 11, 2018 Share Posted August 11, 2018 Absolutely beautiful work Chuck. Really nice pictures. I really enjoyed each and every one. Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
phantom Posted August 13, 2018 Share Posted August 13, 2018 Absolutely wonderful, but those ENGINES!!!! WOW!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matthew83128 Posted August 13, 2018 Share Posted August 13, 2018 Amazing work. I’m really impressed with the ACAP pod, you don’t see that a lot of times on here. Great job. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tgoetz Posted August 13, 2018 Share Posted August 13, 2018 I've never had the urge to build a F-15, until now. I like this a lot! The paint looks amazing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chuck540z3 Posted August 15, 2018 Author Share Posted August 15, 2018 Thank you everyone for your kind comments! Cheers, Chuck Quote Link to post Share on other sites
oppenheimerj Posted August 24, 2018 Share Posted August 24, 2018 Congrats Chuck, as always a masterpiece model , your patience for details is the key for a great model. Jorge Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Parabat Posted August 24, 2018 Share Posted August 24, 2018 Stupendous result, that is really quite something to see. The pictures are great too, they are so clear and in focus, it really shows off all the hard work you put in. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
R Spreckley Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 Stunning Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Falconxlvi Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 There isn’t a better looking scheme ever to grace an Eagle IMHO. For me, the exhausts are truly spectacular - and HOW you went about replicating the staining- simply artistic genius! Well done Chuck! Steve Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chuck540z3 Posted September 8, 2018 Author Share Posted September 8, 2018 Thank you again guys. Your comments are very much appreciated. Cheers, Chuck Quote Link to post Share on other sites
coneheadff Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 Fantastic build!!! Thanks for taking your time to share every step with us!!! Alex Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Matt Foley Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 On 9/8/2018 at 12:53 AM, chuck540z3 said: Thank you again guys. Your comments are very much appreciated. Cheers, Chuck Awesome..Magnificent.....many other superlatives! What are you working on now Chuck? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chuck540z3 Posted September 10, 2018 Author Share Posted September 10, 2018 7 hours ago, Mr Matt Foley said: Awesome..Magnificent.....many other superlatives! What are you working on now Chuck? Thanks guys. My next build is at the link below: Right now, I’m not doing any modeling as I try to enjoy the last days of summer before the snow flies. Cheers, Chuck Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Matt Foley Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Kinda slow for me as well. Glad to see you back here on ARC. I too like LSP but things are a bit tightly wound there. Magnificent modelers over there though...like yourself. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JesniF-16 Posted December 2, 2019 Share Posted December 2, 2019 Chuck your Aggressor Eagle is simply magnificent and congratulations to another FSM publication, I can't wait to get my hands on a copy! I read the WIP cover to cover and your construction and problem solving skills are both inspirational and somehow intimidating at the same time. Being away from the hobby for 6+ years, this thread was a great memory refresher... and I will be reading the rest of your threads through and through as well. /Jesse Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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