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Very nice! I'm waiting with bated breath to see how you tackle the paint on the wings.
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Very nice! I'm waiting with bated breath to see how you tackle the paint on the wings.
Thanks Russ. I will paint the base color (light green) first and then paint the camo spots free hand. They don't have to be exact, just represent the pattern used. I am sure the actual aircraft varied from one to the other, as they had to do the same.
Just wanted to share my spreadsheet…because I like organized chaos! 
WW2 - quantities in yellow are completed, the ones in white are still in boxes. Color coded and grouped by country
WW1 - yellow is built or in progress, white is in boxes
Jets - yellow is built, white in boxes (currently none)…I need to start buying a lot of jets, just getting started on those.
New purchases are added to the lists as acquired.
I currently have 18 in boxes, and I am always acquiring new ones that I don’t have. On my list I am not showing a dual Eduard P-51 kit.
In addition, I am starting a list of jets that I need to add, and it’s going to be long. So I just buy a few at a time.
I’m always looking at model sites hunting for something interesting that I don’t have in the WW2 and WW1 categories.
So that’s a glimpse into my current collection and the future builds coming up. This is also why I created this build log. One continuous 1/72 scale aircraft build log.
WW2 - quantities in yellow are completed, the ones in white are still in boxes. Color coded and grouped by country
WW1 - yellow is built or in progress, white is in boxes
Jets - yellow is built, white in boxes (currently none)…I need to start buying a lot of jets, just getting started on those.
New purchases are added to the lists as acquired.
I currently have 18 in boxes, and I am always acquiring new ones that I don’t have. On my list I am not showing a dual Eduard P-51 kit.
In addition, I am starting a list of jets that I need to add, and it’s going to be long. So I just buy a few at a time.
I’m always looking at model sites hunting for something interesting that I don’t have in the WW2 and WW1 categories.
So that’s a glimpse into my current collection and the future builds coming up. This is also why I created this build log. One continuous 1/72 scale aircraft build log.
Oh my, what a great list. Why no F-104 Starfighter? 
Your posts got me to remembering a great time in my life back in the late 70s that I hope you do not mind me sharing. I had the honor and pleasure to be involved with the low altitude speed record flights as we (PPG Industries Ditzler division) were responsible for the painting of the F-104 Red Baron flown by Daryl Greenamyer. What a thrill to watch (couldn't hear her until it passed by and got the boom). Daryl Greenamyer was a gracious man and spent time chatting up a storm with us while the plane was in Burbank, California and again after the flight over the old WWII fighter gun practice range at Mudd Lake, Nevada. Too long of a story for here, but it was a thrill of a lifetime to be there with three colleagues and the other spectators that had flown in and landed on the lakebed before Daryl made his passes. Even had a B-25 bomber come in and land on the lakebed with Ed Browning, who sponsored the test flights. The final tests had the 104 average speed for four passes at just under 1000 mph at 50-60 feet off the deck!!! Maybe time for me to find a kit of a 104 and paint her as we did back then. BTW, the plane was initially built to break the altitude record, but that is another long story with a rough ending.
Allan
Your posts got me to remembering a great time in my life back in the late 70s that I hope you do not mind me sharing. I had the honor and pleasure to be involved with the low altitude speed record flights as we (PPG Industries Ditzler division) were responsible for the painting of the F-104 Red Baron flown by Daryl Greenamyer. What a thrill to watch (couldn't hear her until it passed by and got the boom). Daryl Greenamyer was a gracious man and spent time chatting up a storm with us while the plane was in Burbank, California and again after the flight over the old WWII fighter gun practice range at Mudd Lake, Nevada. Too long of a story for here, but it was a thrill of a lifetime to be there with three colleagues and the other spectators that had flown in and landed on the lakebed before Daryl made his passes. Even had a B-25 bomber come in and land on the lakebed with Ed Browning, who sponsored the test flights. The final tests had the 104 average speed for four passes at just under 1000 mph at 50-60 feet off the deck!!! Maybe time for me to find a kit of a 104 and paint her as we did back then. BTW, the plane was initially built to break the altitude record, but that is another long story with a rough ending.Allan
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Thanks for sharing!Oh my, what a great list. Why no F-104 Starfighter?
Allan
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This build log is all about airplanes, and airplane stories are always welcome!
I do plan to start adding to my jet models soon. I definitely will include a F-104 Starfighter.
And of course the following are must haves on my list of purchases:
F-101 Vodoo
F-89D Scorpion
F-5E Tiger II
F9F Panther
A-10 Thunderbolt II
F-22 Raptor
Av-8B Harrier
F-100 Super Sabre
A1H Skyraider
A-7E Corsair II
KA6D Intruder
...and thats just the beginning!
Update on the Junkers D.1 build…
Painting has begun on the fuselage, empennage and underneath of the main wings.
Soon I can finish the main wings with the upper camo and then clear coat and decals can begin.
After that will be the prop, wheel carriage and wheels, exhaust, steps, machine guns, etc.
Pics…
The radiator…
That’s it for now.
See ya next time…
Painting has begun on the fuselage, empennage and underneath of the main wings.
Soon I can finish the main wings with the upper camo and then clear coat and decals can begin.
After that will be the prop, wheel carriage and wheels, exhaust, steps, machine guns, etc.
Pics…
The radiator…That’s it for now.
See ya next time…
Base coat of paint is done…upper and lower wings
Next will be the camo on the upper wings. I have been looking at a lot of images of the Junkers D1 and I have an idea of what I want to do.
See ya next time…
Next will be the camo on the upper wings. I have been looking at a lot of images of the Junkers D1 and I have an idea of what I want to do.
See ya next time…
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We went out of town this weekend, but Sunday evening I had time to add the camouflage on the upper wings. Then I added the decals and clear coat. Next was the exhaust.
I have about 15 more little pieces to add; machine guns, steps, propeller, wheel assembly, roll bar, etc.
Pics of current progress…
Time to finish her up with all the remaining parts!
I have about 15 more little pieces to add; machine guns, steps, propeller, wheel assembly, roll bar, etc.
Pics of current progress…
Time to finish her up with all the remaining parts!
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I didn’t like a few areas of the camo on the left wing, so I made a few minor changes. See if you can tell.
See ya next time!
See ya next time!
Finished at last! Like I always say…another one out of the box and on the shelf.
Pics…
Well this one was fun, although there were a few aggravating moments. The fit of the fuselage leaves a lot to be desired, but in the end it turned out ok.
And now my WW1 shelf is finally full…
And I will start a second shelf.
See ya next time. My grandfather clock project is calling me…
Pics…
Well this one was fun, although there were a few aggravating moments. The fit of the fuselage leaves a lot to be desired, but in the end it turned out ok.
And now my WW1 shelf is finally full…
And I will start a second shelf.
See ya next time. My grandfather clock project is calling me…
I found a Bristol Bulldog by Airfix online from an individual. They started making them in 1969. I believe this kit is from that era, it’s very old!
The detail is not up to modern standards, however with a lot TLC and determination, I think I can build it into something presentable!
I started on the seat, I had to do some sanding to round the edges. Then I used a spare dash I had so I could put something in there! I figured the wrong dash is better than no dash. It’ll be our secret!
Next I started painting the pilot after removing all the flash…
A pic with my finger for size reference…
Magnifying glasses required! Anyway, it should be a fun little project to tinker with in my spare time.
See ya next time…
The detail is not up to modern standards, however with a lot TLC and determination, I think I can build it into something presentable!
I started on the seat, I had to do some sanding to round the edges. Then I used a spare dash I had so I could put something in there! I figured the wrong dash is better than no dash. It’ll be our secret!
Next I started painting the pilot after removing all the flash…
A pic with my finger for size reference…
Magnifying glasses required! Anyway, it should be a fun little project to tinker with in my spare time.
See ya next time…
Thanks, yeah I’m on the biplane kick lately.Nice job on those parts. Looks like you're back to the wires again, hmmm?
This is a Bristol Bulldog for those who may not be familiar with it…
I made a little more progress…
I assembled the fuselage with seat, pilot and dash. So the interior is done.
Then I glued on the lower wings and empennage wings and rudder.
So it’s time to start painting the airplane.
I’m also starting to build the motor.
See ya next time…
I made a little more progress…
I assembled the fuselage with seat, pilot and dash. So the interior is done.
Then I glued on the lower wings and empennage wings and rudder.
So it’s time to start painting the airplane.
I’m also starting to build the motor.
See ya next time…
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I like your painting of thepilots face. He looks appropriately worried to be flying in that thing.
Thanks!
I started working on the motor, as it’s one of the interesting aspects of the Bulldog.
Reference pic…
The lack of detail needed to be addressed. So I added the valve springs in 4 places on each cylinder head with a drop of glue on the end of a toothpick. Prior to that I sanded the head flat and added some bolts with PVA glue and a needle tip to the cover. Then it was time to paint and do a little dry brushing. So far it’s looking promising, and better than out of the box.
At this scale, I can’t get as detailed as I would like. So there is an obvious compromise between what I would like and what’s feasible!. Although I do have options I may consider.
Reference pic…
The lack of detail needed to be addressed. So I added the valve springs in 4 places on each cylinder head with a drop of glue on the end of a toothpick. Prior to that I sanded the head flat and added some bolts with PVA glue and a needle tip to the cover. Then it was time to paint and do a little dry brushing. So far it’s looking promising, and better than out of the box.
At this scale, I can’t get as detailed as I would like. So there is an obvious compromise between what I would like and what’s feasible!
. Although I do have options I may consider. 
Your micro painting is remarkable, I know it takes a very steady hand.I started working on the motor, as it’s one of the interesting aspects of the Bulldog.
Reference pic…
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The lack of detail needed to be addressed. So I added the valve springs in 4 places on each cylinder head with a drop of glue on the end of a toothpick. Prior to that I sanded the head flat and added some bolts with PVA glue and a needle tip to the cover. Then it was time to paint and do a little dry brushing. So far it’s looking promising, and better than out of the box.
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At this scale, I can’t get as detailed as I would like. So there is an obvious compromise between what I would like and what’s feasible!