Usmcski
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Usmcski got a reaction from CRAZY IVAN5 in If model possible in 3D printed version what 1/32 aircraft do you like to buy ?? Give the type of aircraft which have not been released in this scale before by any brand?
AH-1J and AH-1T. Two very important helicopters for United States Marine Corps Aviation. The J could even be done by modifying existing AH-1G kits, adding the M197 20mm gun and turret, engine and transmission section and the requisite instrument panels to represent the two-engined SeaCobra…
Semper Fly,
Ski
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Usmcski got a reaction from Martinnfb in Most beautiful, iconic, fixed wing aircraft ever built.............go ahead, make your choice......
Whilst my favorite aircraft include the likes of the F4U, A-6, legacy Hornets and the AH- and UH-1s, for me the most aesthetically pleasing aircraft line must be the Spit…
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Usmcski got a reaction from matt_1185 in 1/35 UH-1N gunship
Nah, I really like the looks of yours. You nailed the drab gray TPS scheme for sure!
Semper,
Ski
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Usmcski reacted to matt_1185 in 1/35 UH-1N gunship
Well moving along did a little more post shading then added more decals and a gloss coat, followed by some panel liner and made her real dirty lol
pic for reference
and my kit so far
what do y’all think so far ? And how long should I let that panel liner dry before doing flat clear coat ??
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Usmcski got a reaction from matt_1185 in 1/35 UH-1N gunship
Nice job on a dog of a kit! I tackled the same project several years back, I applaud you sticking with it! I know I was frustrated to the point of stopping on more than a few occasions.
Semper!
Ski
https://www.largescaleplanes.com/articles/article.php?aid=2244
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Usmcski got a reaction from Rick K in A29 Super Tucano US Marines LAS
Very cool "what if" concept, I'll be watching this one!
Semper Fi,
Ski
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Usmcski got a reaction from Daniel Leduc in Tamiya F-4D Alabama ANG, Montgomery, 1988, 2nd, batch update
3rd place? Must have been some stiff competition, because that is one great looking Rhino! Very well done, Sir; I'm sure she's even more stunning in person.
Semper Fi,
Ski
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Usmcski reacted to Dave Roof in Academy 1/35 AH-1Z sprue shots! Looks like they nailed it!
I was fortunate to have worked with Academy on the 1/32 F/A-18C/D, the 1/32 F-16C and the 1/48 CH-53E and CH-46E.
I've reached out to my POC and received a response. Will do my absolute best to push the Yankee and a new Whiskey.
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Usmcski got a reaction from David66 in Academy 1/35 AH-1Z sprue shots! Looks like they nailed it!
I hear you on so many levels! If Academy has the stones to tackle a large scale Z, I'd love to see them remold their W (with option for turned exhaust, new canopy, and NTS/non-NTS), and a G as well. Hell, while we're at it, lets see the whole family of Army and Marine Snakes (what I wouldn't give to build a big J, T and W). And how about a November and Yankee to go with them? I can dream, can't I?
Semper,
Ski
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Usmcski got a reaction from David66 in Academy 1/35 AH-1Z sprue shots! Looks like they nailed it!
When I retired in 2014, the West Coast was about halfway through the Z transition (and already entirely UH-1Y). So far the sprue shots look great, and the rivets are sublime. There are a few shortfalls I can see, but nothing major (gun oversimplified, LAU-7s would look fine with AIM-9s, but empty they're not accurate due to the attachment tabs for the missiles, seats look pretty sparse, AIM-9 wings have a strange square cutout looking thing, etc). Add some wiring to the tail and main rotor heads, replace the APU exhaust with some brass tubing, and add a "secondary comm tube" to the underside of the fuselage and you're good to go! I'll certainly pick one (or more) up as soon as they're available and drop everything to build it. This thing's gonna be pretty sick.
Semper,
Ski
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Usmcski got a reaction from Shawn M in Academy 1/35 AH-1Z sprue shots! Looks like they nailed it!
When I retired in 2014, the West Coast was about halfway through the Z transition (and already entirely UH-1Y). So far the sprue shots look great, and the rivets are sublime. There are a few shortfalls I can see, but nothing major (gun oversimplified, LAU-7s would look fine with AIM-9s, but empty they're not accurate due to the attachment tabs for the missiles, seats look pretty sparse, AIM-9 wings have a strange square cutout looking thing, etc). Add some wiring to the tail and main rotor heads, replace the APU exhaust with some brass tubing, and add a "secondary comm tube" to the underside of the fuselage and you're good to go! I'll certainly pick one (or more) up as soon as they're available and drop everything to build it. This thing's gonna be pretty sick.
Semper,
Ski
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Usmcski got a reaction from Eagle Driver in Academy 1/35 AH-1Z sprue shots! Looks like they nailed it!
When I retired in 2014, the West Coast was about halfway through the Z transition (and already entirely UH-1Y). So far the sprue shots look great, and the rivets are sublime. There are a few shortfalls I can see, but nothing major (gun oversimplified, LAU-7s would look fine with AIM-9s, but empty they're not accurate due to the attachment tabs for the missiles, seats look pretty sparse, AIM-9 wings have a strange square cutout looking thing, etc). Add some wiring to the tail and main rotor heads, replace the APU exhaust with some brass tubing, and add a "secondary comm tube" to the underside of the fuselage and you're good to go! I'll certainly pick one (or more) up as soon as they're available and drop everything to build it. This thing's gonna be pretty sick.
Semper,
Ski
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Usmcski got a reaction from D.B. Andrus in Academy 1/35 AH-1Z sprue shots! Looks like they nailed it!
When I retired in 2014, the West Coast was about halfway through the Z transition (and already entirely UH-1Y). So far the sprue shots look great, and the rivets are sublime. There are a few shortfalls I can see, but nothing major (gun oversimplified, LAU-7s would look fine with AIM-9s, but empty they're not accurate due to the attachment tabs for the missiles, seats look pretty sparse, AIM-9 wings have a strange square cutout looking thing, etc). Add some wiring to the tail and main rotor heads, replace the APU exhaust with some brass tubing, and add a "secondary comm tube" to the underside of the fuselage and you're good to go! I'll certainly pick one (or more) up as soon as they're available and drop everything to build it. This thing's gonna be pretty sick.
Semper,
Ski
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Usmcski got a reaction from Dragon in Academy 1/35 AH-1Z sprue shots! Looks like they nailed it!
I hear you on so many levels! If Academy has the stones to tackle a large scale Z, I'd love to see them remold their W (with option for turned exhaust, new canopy, and NTS/non-NTS), and a G as well. Hell, while we're at it, lets see the whole family of Army and Marine Snakes (what I wouldn't give to build a big J, T and W). And how about a November and Yankee to go with them? I can dream, can't I?
Semper,
Ski
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Usmcski got a reaction from Jeff in Kitty Hawk Open 1/32 Poll.
Well since the Jag and F-84 are confirmed, I'd love to see more helos from them. How about:
-an ACCURATE AH-1W
-AH-1Z
-AH-1T
-AH-1J
-AH-1G
-UH-1Y
-UH-1N
-UH-1E
-UH-34
-CH-46
CH-53
Maybe just a TAD of a Marine bias!
Semper Fi,
Ski
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Usmcski reacted to gunner in Kitty Hawk Open 1/32 Poll.
Sure would like to see the following; Yes, they are all Gloss Sea Blue
F9F-2 Panther, Korean War Navy and USMC
F9F-5 Panther, same, same
SB2C Helldiver WW II and Post war
F7F Tigercat, seater and night fighter, Korean War
And if Tamiya doesn't beat em to it, Howza bout a F4U-4B Corsair
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Usmcski reacted to SharkOwl in Kitty Hawk Open 1/32 Poll.
Kitty Hawk Open 1/32 Poll.
Just for fun, following the current F-5E/RF-5E/F-5F and Mirage 2000 projects, what is for you, the priority order (1,2,3,4,5)
for Kitty Hawk, to eventuallly start these 1/32 scale kit projects (including here my own priority wish) :
P1 : Mirage F-1 B/C/C-200/CR/CT/CZ/AZ Family ;
P2 : Northrop F-5A/B/C/D & T-38 Family ;
P3 : Sepecat Bae Jaguar GR.1/T.2/A/E Family ;
P4 : Saab JAS-39 C/D Gripen Family ;
P5 : F-84F / RF-84F Thunderstreak Family ;
SharkOwl
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Usmcski got a reaction from Wafu in pilot and crews figures by Reedoak
Great stuff, as always Norbert! Any chance of seeing a USN/USMC helo crew with the visor down?
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Usmcski got a reaction from Vandy 1 VX 4 in pilot and crews figures by Reedoak
Great stuff, as always Norbert! Any chance of seeing a USN/USMC helo crew with the visor down?
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Usmcski got a reaction from Uncarina in MH-60L & AH-6J 1/35 nightstalkers
Thanks for resurrecting this thread, they are truly stunning builds. I haven't built the -60 yet, but I have tackled the Littlebird (the OH-6, specifically). The windshield/fuselage join is a real PITA, but you wouldn't know it looking at his build. I suspect (hope) that Kitty Hawk has an H-60 forthcoming, time will tell!
Semper,
Ski
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Usmcski got a reaction from mschoo in Kitty Hawk to release 1/35 HH-60G
I'd LOVE to see what you do with it, Pig!
Not to sound like a broken record, but now we need KH to do an accurate AH-1G, AH-1J, AH-1T, AH-1W, and UH-1N, all in 35th and 48th....
Semper,
Ski
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Usmcski got a reaction from gatorbait51 in pilot and crews figures by Reedoak
Hey Norbert,
Absolutely love your products, keep them coming!
Any chance of getting the US Navy helo crew with visors down? With maxillofacial shields? I love how the US Army crews turned out, but I'd like the same options with the Navy crew members. Not only would they look great, but it would help those of us who are challenged when it comes to painting eyes!
Cheers,
Ski
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Usmcski reacted to Darren Howie in Kitty Hawk to release 1/35 HH-60G
There is an excellent write up on HH-60G and MH-60G developement in Fliyd Werners beautiful 48th and 35th decal sheet.
It covers rptimes, gun arrangements, changovers etc.
Awesome decal sheer to go with this kit.
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Usmcski got a reaction from David66 in Kitty Hawk to release 1/35 HH-60G
I'd LOVE to see what you do with it, Pig!
Not to sound like a broken record, but now we need KH to do an accurate AH-1G, AH-1J, AH-1T, AH-1W, and UH-1N, all in 35th and 48th....
Semper,
Ski
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Usmcski reacted to Pete Fleischmann in Kitty Hawk to release 1/35 HH-60G
Hey Ski-
So glad you gave me a heads-up on this one! I love helos-they're like flying armor..dirty boot prints on the floor and spent shells..so cool
Cheers
Pete