discussion Ian M's Fw190A-8 JGr.10 Hasegawa 1/32

[Ian M]

Here is my contribution to Allans Memorial GB.
It is a kit I have had in the stash for a while and I even have the appropriate paint colours! So ...
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Box art is quite nice...
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Moulds are quite sharp and clean, even if the plastic is a bit soft... Care when sanding will be required.

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A couple of hours at the bench, After twice as long clearing and cleaning it that is, and the first parts are ready for some colour. The Engine is quite well presented, but 99% hidden when all is put together. so... the painting will be minimal for these parts. The cockpit has some OK decals for the IP and side panels, There is a pilot as well but that is about my pay grade.
More tomorrow.

 

[Jim R]

Nice to see another large scale kit. Should make an impressive model.

 

[Ian M]

 

[papa 695]

A very nice kit Ian.

 

[Ian M]

Just in case others are able to follow along...
Got a few more bits stuck together and a few holes drilled. I have a bit of sanding to do on three places, then its primer...

Almost as many parts in the drop tank and holder as there is in the rest of the fuselage lol.

 

[Jim R]

Yes. Enjoying the pictures of what looks like a nice kit.

 

[Tworrs]

Looking good so far Ian

 

[Valeron]

Coming along nicely. I'm enjoying seeing all these different but very similar aircrafts developing together.

 

[Geoffers]

Good start Ian

Nice to see a Hasegawa kit entered into the fray, I like the markings

Geoff.

 

[scottie3158]

Coming on nicely mate.

 

[HAWKERHUNTER]

Looking good Ian. Should be an impressive model on completion

 

[Ian M]

Did a few bits here and there over the weekend and this morning.


I got the wing built up and the wheel bay fitted inside. Quite a tight fit that needed a "helping hand" along the way.
I also primed some parts that would need painting before they get put together, but Grey primer on Grey plastic... not photo worthy.

Today I got some RLM 66 black grey down in the cockpit and fuselage inner bits... I'll have a look at the IP decal but might end up gust dry brushing the IP's


I got the main UC glued up ready for primer and paint. Need to clean up the two part wheels first though.

 

[Nicko]

She's certainly coming along Ian.

Nick

 

[papa 695]

Cracking start Ian

 

[Jim R]

Progressing nicely.

 

[scottie3158]

Ian,
Looking good mate nice start.

 

[Tworrs]

Very interesting to see your build progressing Ian.

 

[Tworrs]

I got the wing built up and the wheel bay fitted inside. Quite a tight fit that needed a "helping hand" along the way.

Yes I also felt that the fit was a little "snug" but she went in ok.

 

[Ian M]

Well having stopped laughing at Garry's last comment I got some more done.


bits waiting primer. I'm thinking of splashing out on some brass MG barrels ...


A makeshift harness,

droptank holder in place...Only a few knock off bits to go on...

A nice easy canopy to mask! yeah.

Off to find some barrels.

 

[Steven000]

Nice progress Ian, build is going fast have fun, cheers