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NATO's LanceR: a Romanian MiG21 MF in 1/48

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  • From: Whidbey Island, Washington
NATO's LanceR: a Romanian MiG21 MF in 1/48
Posted by chukw on Tuesday, June 23, 2015 2:29 PM

Time for a new project!   The kindly folks at Icaerodesign approached to review and build their recent conversion set that allows one to build a Romanian version of the famous MiG fighter.  They gave me an Eduard "overtrees" kit, their resin conversion and and an extra baggie of resin treats.   In case you missed my review, you can see it here: or here.   Let's kick this off!

















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Posted by roger_wilco on Tuesday, June 23, 2015 4:06 PM

Looking forward to following this build.She should build up into a really nice kit...Douglas

"Build what YOU want, the way YOU want, and above all have fun!" - RIP Modeler Al. 

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Posted by silentbob33 on Tuesday, June 23, 2015 5:28 PM

Looking forward to watching this come together Chuk

On my bench: Academy 1/35 UH-60L Black Hawk

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Posted by KnightTemplar5150 on Tuesday, June 23, 2015 10:50 PM
Chuck, I'm so grateful to see that I'm not the only one out there who's using beading tools to replicate rivets! When I explain things to others, I get really strange looks as if I had just admitted to having escaped from the lunatic asylum. But, the results are worth it! Looking forward to seeing how this build unfolds!
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Posted by Jay Jay on Wednesday, June 24, 2015 9:57 AM

Pardon my ignorance, but what's a beading tool and where can I can 1 ?

 

 

 

 

 

 I'm finally retired. Now time I got, money I don't.

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Posted by KnightTemplar5150 on Wednesday, June 24, 2015 11:06 AM
Jay Jay - a beading tool is a standard fixture on a jeweler's bench. Essentially, it's a set of hardened steel shafts with small, cuplike divots machined into the end. After setting a stone, I use a cup burr in my motor tool to round off the prongs holding the stone in place, then use the beading tool to burnish the metal to a highly polished, smooth, round finish in order to keep the prong from snagging and pulling loose. For modelling, I took an old set off the bench at work and brought it home to use for making rivets and to round off brass stock when I'm building stuff from scratch. It works like a charm - you get even domed rivets that are flush with the surface to give a great effect. You can pick them up at jewelry supply houses like Rio Grande. They're a bit pricey, but they last a lifetime if used on soft metals (brass, aluminum, precious metals) and plastic.
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Posted by Jay Jay on Wednesday, June 24, 2015 11:16 AM

Ty Knight for the info.

I have tried many different tools to make rivets in 1/48 scale , all of which where unsatisfactory to me.  Yours look like the ticket I'm looking for.  I hope I'm not going to get sticker shock when I find the price however.

 

 

 

 

 

 I'm finally retired. Now time I got, money I don't.

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Posted by Buckeye on Wednesday, June 24, 2015 11:18 AM

Good to see you starting a new project Chuk, will be following along as always.

Mike

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Posted by Toshi on Thursday, June 25, 2015 8:23 AM

Very nice presentation, your attention to detail is magnificence.  I will be following this build.

Toshi

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

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Posted by chukw on Sunday, August 30, 2015 6:58 PM

Many thanks for all the kind words!

 

Friends, life has been really busy as of late- but good things are coming.   This may be my last update for a couple of months- we'll have to see what happens.  In the meantime, Kapitain Andreea is back to show you the latest.  Cheers!



































 

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Posted by Toshi on Sunday, August 30, 2015 7:22 PM

A very inspiring start, I'm looking forward to your build.

Toshi

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

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Posted by Pawel on Monday, August 31, 2015 1:30 AM

Hello Chuck!

It's interesting to see you doing a jet for a change - and it's looking very good, too! Good luck with your build and have a nice day

Paweł

All comments and critique welcomed. Thanks for your honest opinions!

www.vietnam.net.pl

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Posted by AdeB on Friday, September 4, 2015 12:46 PM

Eagerly following this build - it's my next project and I hope to pick up some tips from the master!

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Posted by blkhwkmatt on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 2:26 PM

Once again Chuck is building a masterpiece, looking forward to watching this one!

 

<Matt

Quidquid latine dictum sit, altum videtur!!! - Anything said in Latin sounds profound!

 

 

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Posted by chukw on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 3:59 PM

Thanks, guys!  Well, we are moved in to our new home in Coupeville, on Whidbey Island in Washington!    Well, almost moved in.  We're expecting a Pod to get to Everett on Dec1- containing the first layer of stuff we had to pack to "stage" our Rdondo Beach house.  Guess what's in that pod?  Yup, the MiG, plus lots of other modeling and art supplies, to name but a small selection.  I'll get back to modeling next month, so please stay tuned!

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Posted by Bick on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 4:32 PM

Lookin forward to the build Chuk - always enjoy!!!

 

Jay Jay

Pardon my ignorance, but what's a beading tool and where can I can 1 ?

Didn't see a response Jay Jay but here's a link to the ones from UMM.  http://umm-usa.com/onlinestore/product_info.php?cPath=21_28&products_id=1322&osCsid=9ce8814cc4a4e4f20877af98920db59c

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Posted by Jay Jay on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 6:29 PM

I did respond Chuck but guessed you may have missed it.  TY agin for your kind and valuable attention to

my question about beading tools and also on your incredable WIP's . These tools are next on my tool buying list.

 

 

 

 

 

 I'm finally retired. Now time I got, money I don't.

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Posted by chukw on Sunday, January 31, 2016 9:06 PM

Kapitan Andrea and I are back in gear! The move went well, and we're adapting to our new lives in a new home and anew place.  I won't say it was entirely easy, but we've persevered. I was able to get back to the bench in early December, but this is the first time I've been ready to post again- read on! 





































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Posted by silentbob33 on Monday, February 1, 2016 8:13 AM
Glad to see you back Chuk! I always enjoy watching your builds, your attention to detail is amazing, and your girls make great hosts for your progress.

On my bench: Academy 1/35 UH-60L Black Hawk

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Posted by BrandonK on Monday, February 1, 2016 9:20 AM

So many things I never would have thought of. Great work and thanks for the ideas.

BK

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A lot !! And I mean A LOT!!

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Posted by Buckeye on Monday, February 1, 2016 11:38 AM

Glad to see you and the girls back Chuk, always a pleasure watching your builds.

Mike

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Posted by chukw on Friday, February 5, 2016 12:21 PM

Many thanks, gents!   Main wells are in and bottom wing in place.  I'll work on filling the latter's seams today, as well as whatever pops up,  Cheers!

 

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Posted by leemitcheltree on Tuesday, February 9, 2016 4:33 PM

Well, hurry it up, dagnabbit!!!  We all be waitin for the next thrilling installment!!!! 

Cheers, LeeTree
Remember, Safety Fast!!!

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Posted by Greatmaker on Tuesday, February 9, 2016 5:10 PM

Simply Amazing!Wow

 

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Posted by Texgunner on Tuesday, February 9, 2016 6:26 PM

Fantastic of course Chuk!  Andreea looks cold, but, please don't cover her up!!Wink

Gary


"All you mugs need to get busy building, and post pics!"

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Posted by leemitcheltree on Tuesday, February 9, 2016 7:01 PM

Love your....artwork....brother.  Mucho talented.  Plastic, paper, ink.....whatever.....your work makes me endeavor to lift my game.
Thanks, bro.

Cheers, LeeTree
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Posted by lawdog114 on Tuesday, February 9, 2016 10:39 PM
Outstanding Chuk. Always in awe of your work.I like your new digs too.

 "Can you fly this plane and land it?...Surely you can't be serious....I am serious, and don't call me Shirley"

 

 

 

 

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Posted by 1943Mike on Tuesday, February 9, 2016 11:16 PM

Chuk,

I've missed your great WIP/tutorials on building your aircraft kits and I'm delighted that you're back!!

I know there's a lot I'll be learning regarding your builds and, from now on, I'm gonna be taking notes Smile.

As a plodding plastic kit builder (both ships and aircraft) I'll never even approach the skill set that you and many others on FineScale possess but it's always interesting to watch your progress and ogle your "girls" Big Smile.

BTW, until I moved up to Salem, OR I'd lived in So. Cal. for 38 years. Most of one of those years was boat sitting aboard my boss' 42' sloop (chained to the dock for back rent) in slip Y10 at King Harbor Marina in Rodondo Beach. That was in '73 - the good old days!

Mike

Mike

"Le temps est un grand maître, mais malheureusement, il tue tous ses élèves."

Hector Berlioz

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Posted by chukw on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 1:16 PM

Thanks, guys!

Lee, we're now over in Coupeville- we should meet at the brewery in Mukilteo!

Mike, those must have been some glory days!  ;)

Sneak peek: 

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Posted by chukw on Friday, March 25, 2016 12:21 PM
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