Eduard 1/48 Bf109 G5 (FINISHED)

For the wing root, I'd suggest googling some period photos of the unit you are portraying, if not the pilot itself. 

I think you might find there is even a third option, painting the area in question a flat black due to exhaust staining.

This next one is of a different unit, but it clearly shows the wing root was purposely painted a darker colour (black?):

regards,

Jack

 So I’ve got the fuselage band painted and the RLM 76 laid down but I have a quick question. The painting instructions contradict themselves a little from what I can see. In the top view it looks like the wing root should be the same color as the wing tops but in the side view it shows it as being RLM 76. I’ve looked online at other builds and it seems like people have done it both ways. So my question is, is there a standard on which color the wing root should be painted. I posted a pic of the area in question for some clarification. I appreciate any help!

And a quick pic of the blue fuselage band. Custom mix of enamel paints I had on hand.

Nice work so far. I'm watching this one with interest. Love these new Eduard kits.

-BD-

Looking good, and as far as I know RLM02 is the likely interior colour for the parts in question.  Also, good call in laying down the yellow painted markings first - less tape used to mask off when painting the aircraft afterwards.

regards,

Jack

Thanks Bish and MM!

Nice looking 109!

Nice job on the yellow, not an easy colour to do.

Ok I've got a quick update here. Construction is complete and I've started with paint. First to go down was the RLM04 which I used MM enamel for. The MM went down pretty good, I haven't really used enamels much in the past but so far I like the way the spray and level themselves out some. I will be doing this one with an open canopy, I've put it on now for masking purposes. So far I'm really enjoying this one! On to the pics...sorry for the poor quality but I shot them really quick with my phone and the lighting wasn't the best.

Awesome, thanks fermis!

Real nice. Great kits, these 109's are!

..and yes...RLM02 in those flap/slat areas.

Thanks guys! I've got a quick update here. Construction is a real joy on this kit. So far no seam filling to speak of. I do have a quick question about what the color of the flap and slat edges should be? Should it be rlm02 like the inside of the radiators? I've attached a couple pics pointing out the area in question

That looks fantastic. Nice work.

Fantastic attention to detail!

Toshi

Thanks Patrick, blackdog, and bish!

Nice start, some lovely work on that pit. Don't often see a G-5 built. Looking forward to more of this.

That's a clean build.

From what I have in my books all though no a g5 shows a light tan/off white canvas  iner wheel covers that are zipperd in around the upper corners.

Lookin' mighty fine so far, the seat belts and harness are great. Your attention to details really is paying off. I'll be following this one, thanks for the post and photos.

Patrick

Got a flat coat on the pit and will hopefully be gluing the halves together today.