WIP Pro Modeler by Revell Messerschmitt Me 410B-6/R-2

1943Mike

Toshi,

Great job on the pit so far!

I must admit that, although I kind of enjoy working with PE - and 1/48 aircraft is the scale that I do - I'm not real good at it yet. I'm not sure I'll ever get to a stage where I'm satisfied with my work in photo etched stuff but looking at how you've managed to do yours, I have hope that I'll be able to approach your skills someday.

Mike

 

Toshi

Toshi - 

What can I say that has not already been stated. You sir are on a awesome roll with the builds you have been putting out! I really like the kit you have chosen, and the PE in the pit is remarkable. Yet another fantastic build my friend! I will be here until you finish her. Enjoy the build.

Great work on the pit Toshi, and a good choice of subject. I have never heard of Revell puting PE in there kits, never seen it in an RoG kit thats for sure.

You're doing great things with the PE Toshi. Looks excellent. I have to admit that the PE set that is included is quite impressive.

Toshi,

Great job on the pit so far!

I must admit that, although I kind of enjoy working with PE - and 1/48 aircraft is the scale that I do - I'm not real good at it yet. I'm not sure I'll ever get to a stage where I'm satisfied with my work in photo etched stuff but looking at how you've managed to do yours, I have hope that I'll be able to approach your skills someday.

Mike

The last time I worked on 1:48 PE was on a Revell High Tech Kingfisher build.  The PE fret was nowhere near, not even close to the number of PE parts as it is to this Me 410 build.  Working with PE in this scale is a challenge for me.  

So far, this is what I was able to complete yesterday.  Actually, it's taken me two days just to do the front half of the cockpit.  This has been an interesting challenge for me.  Here are the results.

Toshi

lawdog114

Wow.......a Revell kit with PE. Great subject too. I look forward to your progress. So far it looks great.

 

Toshi

BrandonK

 

 

Toshi

Well now, the first thing to do as far as assembly is concerned with this kit is very unusual.  Right off the bat, you're doing PE.  Here's a few photos below.

Toshi

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Just a heads up on the PE controls. They have some clearance issues with the side walls when you close up the fuselage halves. They may need some light tweeking to get it all to fit together when closed up. 

Lookin' really good, Toshi.

BK

 

Toshi

BrandonK

 

 

Greatmaker

If I remember correctly the canopy on that one was a right bugger to fit but it's a neat one to build

 

 

 

 

I'm glad you brought that up. 

Toshi, the instructions call for piecing the canopy together ON the plane. I glued my canopy together BEFORE I attached it and the fit was great. The way the kit part is designed is a real PITA to install as they intended. Try assembling the canopy into one piece before you attach it. You may have an easier time than you would otherwise.

BK

 

Toshi

Toshi

Well now, the first thing to do as far as assembly is concerned with this kit is very unusual.  Right off the bat, you're doing PE.  Here's a few photos below.

Toshi

 

 

 

 

Just a heads up on the PE controls. They have some clearance issues with the side walls when you close up the fuselage halves. They may need some light tweeking to get it all to fit together when closed up. 

Lookin' really good, Toshi.

BK

Greatmaker

If I remember correctly the canopy on that one was a right bugger to fit but it's a neat one to build

 

I'm glad you brought that up. 

Toshi, the instructions call for piecing the canopy together ON the plane. I glued my canopy together BEFORE I attached it and the fit was great. The way the kit part is designed is a real PITA to install as they intended. Try assembling the canopy into one piece before you attach it. You may have an easier time than you would otherwise.

BK

To Tempestjohnny,

I will do my best with this build.  I am very excited as this kit comes with two frets of PE.  Thank you sir for visiting my thread.

Toshi

Greatmaker

You have already done a great job on the PE.  This was the first kit I made with PE and I managed to glue the parts to my fingers more than the model

 

Toshi

You have already done a great job on the PE.  This was the first kit I made with PE and I managed to glue the parts to my fingers more than the model

Well now, the first thing to do as far as assembly is concerned with this kit is very unusual.  Right off the bat, you're doing PE.  Here's a few photos below.

Toshi

Greatmaker

If I remember correctly the canopy on that one was a right bugger to fit but it's a neat one to build

 

Toshi

To modelcrazy,

I'm always honored that you continuously follow my builds.  Thank you sir.

Toshi

If I remember correctly the canopy on that one was a right bugger to fit but it's a neat one to build

SubarooMike

Eduard phot etch in a Revell kit; nice. It's like building a ProfiPACK haha.  Obviouly minus the masks aand some resin. 

 

Toshi

JOE RIX

Oooh! This is going to be good. This is going to be REALLY good. I'm looking forward to your efforts on the 410 Toshi.

 

Toshi

silentbob33

I picked up the same kit last week and was also surprised by the included PE. I'll be watching this come together.

 

Toshi

Eduard phot etch in a Revell kit; nice. It's like building a ProfiPACK haha.  Obviouly minus the masks aand some resin. 

Oooh! This is going to be good. This is going to be REALLY good. I'm looking forward to your efforts on the 410 Toshi.

Eagle90

Sweet looking kit Toshi.....tell Mrs. Toshi she has a great eye for kits!  Can't wait to see the pics from this one!

Eagle90

 

 

Toshi

UKguyInUSA

Oh, I love the look of the 410, it's like a German "Mossie". It's cool that that kit comes with PE, niether of the two Pro-Modler kits that I have recently build had PE. Have fun with your 42nd build....I have a lot of builds to do to catch up with you...I've only built 25 since I started two years ago.  

 

Toshi

Sweet looking kit Toshi.....tell Mrs. Toshi she has a great eye for kits!  Can't wait to see the pics from this one!

Eagle90