Rato

Nice build. I would nitpick on a couple of details if you don't mind: 1. the interior of the wing folding mechanics should be blue-gray 2. give me the BuNo and I can tell if the main wheel wells were also salmon or light gray, like you painted. 3. I think the skull was scratched on the negative of one of the photos, but never painted on the real aircraft I'm positive about the blue-gray, but not so much about the others. Not at home at the moment to check these things. It's a nice model, regardless. Rato

Flawless work. Congratulations. How was the fitting of the AMS parts?

Nope. It is a resin item from Legend.

Yes, Ray, please.

Many thanks everyone for your kind comments. Ray, go for it. Rato

Thank you Kevin. I have a huge stash of good 1/32 stuff. In the end, the Salamander drove me to invest more in the scale. I intend to keep doing dioramas em 1/72, though. Let's see.

It is done! I declared my Revell Salamander in 1/32 scale finished. It was one of the most arduous modeling projects I put myself into. Of course, I had to make many concessions along the way, but it is virtually impossible to foresee all the problems from the outset in a project like this one. Some parts were made three, four, or five times – only to discover that the last was not all that better than the first one. However, I enjoyed the journey immensely, as it was one of those opportunities when you can incorporate much of your research into the model, and, in the process, I shattered David Parker’s Panzer IV record by almost a year. I will leave with just a few photos, but I do, however, want to write an article showing the methods and techniques used to scratchbuilt all the details of the Salamander. This model is planned to be part of a diorama, over a flatbed being pulled by a maneuvering engine. The diorama will still take a while because my apartment is under a major overhaul. I have had a lot of support and encouragement from many friends during this project. Thanks, everyone! Rato Marczak https://ratomodeling.wordpress.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ratomodeling

Excellent start, Daniel. Looking forward to see this one finished!

Posted Sunday at 07:04 PM "Still waiting the end of the week...." Wow... already? Haven't noted. Time really flies... Fab, that model went to my shelf of doom, and returned recently. However, I decided not to post wip's anymore in my modeling page, just finished models. Just a teaser Will find some time and post more here. Maybe 'next week'... Rato Marczak www.ratomodeling.com

Folks, I'm doing a survey, and would like to hear your opinion. Very simple: What is the most valuable paint item on your bench? Brand and color, and say the reason: because it is oop and you have just one bottle left, because you use it a lot, because the color is on spot, or because it is difficult to find, you name it. It does not matter if it is a basic color, a metallic paint, a clear coat, whatever, just don't mention only your favorite brand, but a specific item and why it is valuable for your modeling jobs. I will compile the answers from various groups and post here later. BTW, mine is Floquil Old Silver. Because I love the unique shine and Floquil no longer produces Railroad colors. And I'm almost out of it. Thank you all! Rato Marczak www.ratomodeling.com

Ahh... and how do you know that I was there?... Patience, boys. End of semester at University. No time at all. But I managed to add a few things. Hope to have at least a few photos next week. Take care Rato Marczak www.ratomodeling.com

Thank you Peter. Will find you there. You probably won't remember, but last year you already gave me several tips while I was making countless questions on your Spit... You are an inspiration for us. Take care Rato Marczak www.ratomodeling.com

Sure Juraj. It is my 4th year in a row. This year I want to visit Yeovilton museum, too... See you there Rato Marczak www.ratomodeling.com

Hang in there, guys! sorry, I have to finish two dioramas for a modeling convention in mid-November under the Vienam theme... Soon after that I will resume my work on th Salamander. BTW, anybody here going to attend SMW at Telford in a couple of weeks? Rato Marczak www.ratomodeling.com

By the way, who here is going to Telford this year? Rato Marczak www;ratomodeling.com