JamesHatch Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 I've pretty much been in the modelling doldrums for a few months. The old story is to build something OOB, with no resin or the usual stuff we sometimes aimlessly add. That was my aim, so I had to build a model that looked great OOB, and one I wouldn't be tempted into adding stuff as I went. There was only one option for me: ZM's Horten Ho 229 kit. This kit is the dog's danglies. First of all, it's an engineering marvel. It looks complicated, but it actually fairly simple. It also fits so precisely that you have to build it to experience it. An amazing model of an amazing subject. It has it all....detailed engines, full interior, great cockpit. I even used the moulded seatbelts as it wouldn't have been any real improvement in adding any other. This is finished off in the fictitious colours of a Bavarian State Luftwaffe machine, working with the Allies against the remainder of Nazi Germany. The chequerboard Royal Bavarian colours and Imperial German markings signify that it isn't flown by Nazi Germany. Watch out for this one in Military Illustrated Modeller, published in a few weeks. Not one of my best efforts, but I'm happy with it, and it served its purpose. Lars Befring, Urs, leoasman and 26 others 29 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 Wow, you should have entered this one in the "what if"GB, amazing build and finish, and very convincing by using the checkered white and blue areas and the "modern" crosses. Jack. Vandy 1 VX 4 and Girlscanplay2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 Looks great, Jim! Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 Well James, you pulled off one beautiful build ! Hats off to you.....Harv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stinger16 Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 James, awesome looking 229, paint and finish look amazing Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dodgem37 Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 Really nice work, James. Sincerely, Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Ron Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 Very well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 Beautiful! Very well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbnz77 Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 Awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikester Posted November 6, 2015 Share Posted November 6, 2015 Superb piece of modeling! You and Jeroen are my heroes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncarina Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 Great work!! Makes me want to take mine to the finish line. Cheers, Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tucohoward Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 Great job James! Love the scheme. Jay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williamj Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 What a clean, crisp,nicely painted details build. really like it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafju Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 Well done! Can imagine the stereo sound for the pilot seating in the middle... Beautiful! Zero77 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hworth18 Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 Beautiful Horton!! The detail and workmanship are amazing!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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