Drew T. Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 Hi everyone! My Trumpeter C-47 is finally complete. See below link for the in progress thread: All in all, it feels like I didn’t use about 1/3 of the parts in the kit due to them being inaccurate. Even though it’s much newer than the Monogram/Revell offering, it’s probably less accurate, so it’s really a toss up as to which is better. Although I’m happy with the result, I’m glad to have this project over with. Just don’t ask me to build another 😝 After my last in-progress post, I added all the antennas and drain ports on the underside. The antenna wiring under the nose was a real PITA to add, but I think it looks ok in the end. The wiper blades and de-icer piping on the cockpit windows was made from stretched sprue. It was also a nightmare to attach without damaging the clear windows. I deliberately positioned the right and left wiper blades in different positions since they seem to usually be positioned that way in photos. Anyway, on to the pics! https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV84Kqa56A6E5ZgBekmmkNfgignUA_I6ptzQrDdaNWYwY_DwiN-NM7AfHrhzDWu_tQ71MXj_39Y3l4xFgMyKJs82QkiXhXPz6gmHQtvyKKY14Lq877kFjAJc_Bb_8Vp5lplwxF5TF1Cu_td2-9xSjs26RBA=w1490-h790-s-no-gm?authuser=0 Thanks for looking! Drew Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cruiz Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 Excellent job; the chosen scheme is very interesting and eye-catching, to say the least; the finish you achieved is on par with the outstanding construction. Congratulations, and thanks for sharing the end result and the progress; it was inspirational and teaching. Regards Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cubs2jets Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 Yeah, what he said!! It's been a pleasure watching this build. Can't wait to see it in real life! C2j Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RichB63 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 Super impressive build…quality work through and through! Rich Quote Link to post Share on other sites
A-10 LOADER Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 So impressive, especially seeing all those little details you had to make. It all adds up to one fantastic build, congrats Drew on another masterpiece to add to your model cabinet. Steve Quote Link to post Share on other sites
phantom Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 Very nice! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sodasorb Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 Great to see the entire process and then see this fantastic result. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Drew T. Posted February 23 Author Share Posted February 23 Thanks so much everyone! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chukw Posted February 24 Share Posted February 24 Magnificent in every way. Those engines, the wheel wells, camo and markings- it's entirely enviable! Thanks for posting the process- I've picked up some tips- cheers! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Drew T. Posted February 29 Author Share Posted February 29 Wow, thanks Chuck! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AD-4N Posted March 15 Share Posted March 15 Superb paint job. Amazing craftsmanship. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
janman Posted March 16 Share Posted March 16 What an impressive model! Very meticulously detailed and with a beautiful finish. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Drew T. Posted March 17 Author Share Posted March 17 Thanks so much for the kind words guys! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Janissary Posted April 2 Share Posted April 2 Incredible build. Just layers upon layers of excellence. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cubs2jets Posted April 6 Share Posted April 6 As a Douglas DC-3 / C-47 nut, I really enjoyed Drew's build. Last night I felt lucky to see this build in person at our monthly Club meeting. As good as the pictures are, they just don't do his work justice. The detail work Drew added, the insane riveting detail, the corrections made and - of course - the fantastic effort getting the faded paint work juuuust right make this an IPMS Nationals strong contender. Just WOW!! C2j Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Drew T. Posted April 8 Author Share Posted April 8 Thanks Janissary and John!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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