Pride of the Luftwaffe GB

Hi Doug

Yes the Pro Modelers are re boxes at a lower prices. Some of the ROG stuff may be re boxes too like the 1/32 FW190D-9 which is the Hasegawa tooled kit.

Hello everyone,

Just to give a quick update on the progress of the build of the FW190-D9 Dora. I have completed the painting using a mixture of both Alclad and Humbol paints, for RLM 71/72 and RLM 76. The mottling of RLM 75 was created by using a custom made mask. I know the colours arent quite right, but as this aircraft was being operated at the end of the war Luftwaffe colours were known to have varied.

I then added several coats of Alclad Aqua Gloss, and when fully cured added a mixture of decals from both the Tamiya box supplied and Xtradecal and Sky Models. I have only used the basics and not too many of the stencils as they wouldnt show with the dark colours.

The only "licence" I have used for this JG300 machine is the group Boars Head decal under the canopy. I am sure that Major Gunther Rall would have had one on his personal mount! Though no pictures of the time survive of it, and I have based this build of the painting by Robert Taylor.

I have also added the spiral decal to the prop spinner and the undercarriage legs.

Next step will be softner solution and then a regloss prior to some weathering. Then will be the fitting of the ancilleries, gear, exhausts, cannons, aerials et al.I will keep you all posted.

Thanks for looking

Hello all,

A lot of great work going on here. Well, I have to start on a new kit. While I was working  extra rotations at the fire station(12 days), my little niece Sierra deceided to take my build for a flight or two in the backyard. And let's just say I will have to take it to the plastic "ER". When she explained it to me (she's 5 years old)...I couldn't help but have a big smile and laugh. I told her I would let her have the one I finish so she could play with it.

Rooster...I will let you know tomorrow what I dug out of the stash. 

Hello everyone,

Just another quick update, I have given the kit another coat of Alclad Aqua Gloss to seal in the decals.

Next was to undertake a coverage of Flory Models Dark Dirt wash, to both the airframe and the ancilleries, after it had dried it was wiped off with a combination of damp paper towel and cotton buds for the delicate pieces. I then applied a couple of coats of Xtraacrylix Flat cote to dull down the gloss. I then removed the remaining masks on the cockpit canopy and engine cowling.

I have also added the fine EZ-Line aerial to the canopy and aerial mast on the tail though havent trimmed it off yet. The cannons and the Quickboost exhausts are also on, as is the tail wheel.

Thats it for today and this week, I will put on the remaining parts if I have some time next week in the evenings. I have to say I am really enjoying this build and the GB as a whole, some really great builds going on.

Thanks for looking in.

Mark

That Dora looks extra sexy!

You use the same stuff I do, Aqua Gloss, EZ line and Flory. The AG goes on very well and cures faster than Future. The EZ line is amazing and the same for Flory. I love the effect when your wipe wIth the airflow leaving subtle streaks. 

Hunter

Sorry to hear about the "accident". I hope your plane is in better shape than one my dog Holly used as a chewy toy a while back

I hope to start on my 1/32 Dora soon.

Mark, 

Great work on the Dora...the paint job looks great!

PJ,

Let's just say it's gonna take a full jar of glue to fix it LOL. I was glad to see your post that Holly was doing better. Before long she will be back to snaking on your builds and digging up the backyard.

Hey rooster,

I went through my stash and found a duplicate of my original build...so no changes, just have to start over. 

Mark, looking really nice there. How do you find useing Flory wash on the Alclad.

Bish

Mark, looking really nice there. How do you find useing Flory wash on the Alclad.

 

Bish, I use Flory over the  AG all the time, just like Future. The AG actually sprays better with a smoother finish. For some reason I get a pebbly finish with Future if sprayed  so I hand brush it.

plasticjunkie

 

Bish

Mark, looking really nice there. How do you find useing Flory wash on the Alclad.

 

 

 

 

 

Bish, I use Flory over the  AG all the time, just like Future. The AG actually sprays better with a smoother finish. For some reason I get a pebbly finish with Future if sprayed  so I hand brush it.

 

I am having issues with Flory over Alclad gloss, as well as over Xtracolour and MRP. The wash seems to be repelled and beads up. I have to really work it to get a full coverage.

Bish

Mark, looking really nice there. How do you find useing Flory wash on the Alclad.

 

Hi Bish, thanks for the kind comment, ive never had any problems with the Flory wash over AG, thats with both the metal finishes and the MilSpec paints.

aeroplanegripper

 

Bish

Mark, looking really nice there. How do you find useing Flory wash on the Alclad.

 

 

 

 

Hi Bish, thanks for the kind comment, ive never had any problems with the Flory wash over AG, thats with both the metal finishes and the MilSpec paints.

 

Interesting. I have not had issues with Flory on their NMF paints, just there clear coats.

Mark that 190 looks REALLY good! Nice work all around!

Sounds good Hunter, looking forward to the new start!

In for an update here. I was able to make masks for the side fuselage crosses and I'm happy with how they came out. Rest of the markings are a mix of Eduard decals from a past build and a few spares I had around.

Another great looking build there Andy, i do like those lightning flashes on the nose.

Hi everyone,

Managed a sly hour this afternoon to fit the final parts to the Dora, and Im calling it finished and fertig. So apologies this may be a bit of a pic heavy post. This is built and painted to represent the FW190-D9 of the 3rd Highest scoring ace Major Gunther Rall of JG300.This was his final aircraft prior to the unit surrendering to US Forces in May 1945.

I really enjoyed this build, the Tamiya kit is a real joy to put together and has no real vices.

I would like to thank everyone for their kind comments over this build and the hints and tips!

Next on the workbench will be the 1/72 Eduard Spitfire Mk XVI for the RAF 100th Birthday GB. This GB has been great, with some fantastic builds and has definitely got me inspired to do more 109's and 190's! 

Thanks for looking everyone and heres to the next one! 

That looks fantastic Andy, cracking job with the masks, i still havent got the courage to do that yet for the crosses, but may have a go now. Well done mate.

Afternoon all! Man, what an array of talented builders and kits being built here! So many different camos, various models and versions of these two amazing aircraft... And I believe I can get going now... I'll try to keep up! 

This will be a Dragon, 1/48 scale Fw190 A-8 11/Jg3 "Black 8. I liked the back story of the group and its history. Having served in every theater and having been disbanded and reconstituted several times, this aircraft was circa August/September 1944 defence of the homeland, in perticular used as defence against the relentless allied bombing campaign. 

So, here we go...

Even came with two small PEs. Don't like the decals though... They will be after market.

Cockpit assy with PE IP...

all painted up and ready to go..

And thats where we're at right now... More in a bit! Take care!

Doug

Rigidrider

Afternoon all! Man, what an array of talented builders and kits being built here! So many different camos, various models and versions of these two amazing aircraft... And I believe I can get going now... I'll try to keep up! 

This will be a Dragon, 1/48 scale Fw190 A-8 11/Jg3 "Black 8. I liked the back story of the group and its history. Having served in every theater and having been disbanded and reconstituted several times, this aircraft was circa August/September 1944 defence of the homeland, in perticular used as defence against the relentless allied bombing campaign. 

So, here we go...

Even came with two small PEs. Don't like the decals though... They will be after market.

Cockpit assy with PE IP...

all painted up and ready to go..

And thats where we're at right now... More in a bit! Take care!

Doug

 

Hey Doug - great looking kit and nice paintwork on the cockpit. I'm not sure, but I believe the control stick is in backwards. Doesn't look like it's inaccessible yet, so hopefully if it is in 180 out, it's a quick fix. Just thought I'd point it out in case.

-BD-

Well, I'm back from vacation and got a minute to sit down with my 109. Realized I'd left the air filter off and went to spray it, and accidentally got some RLM 63 overspray on the black lines emanating from the exhaust. I guess it's back to paint with some real masking tonight, then hopefully decals if it dries quickly enough.

-BD-

Thanks Mark and that 190 came out beautiful! I'll get you added to the front page. Thanks for taking part in the GB and it'd be great to have you back for another!

Doug - Nice start! The PE work came out great!

Great job on that 190 areplane. Really nice finish.

Nice start there Doug. I think BD might be right about the stick.

Hi Mark, great looking job on that Dora.

regards,

Jack

jgeratic

Hi Mark, great looking job on that Dora.

regards,

Jack

 

Thank you very much Jack, it was a fun build.

rooster513

In for an update here. I was able to make masks for the side fuselage crosses and I'm happy with how they came out. Rest of the markings are a mix of Eduard decals from a past build and a few spares I had around.

 

Mark,

Outstanding work on the Dora...Very nice job, and I agree with you on the Tamiya kit's. They are always a nice clean build.

Doug,

Wonderful work on the pit...great looking detail to it.

plasticjunkie

Hi Doug

Yes the Pro Modelers are re boxes at a lower prices. Some of the ROG stuff may be re boxes too like the 1/32 FW190D-9 which is the Hasegawa tooled kit.