Nakajima B5N2 Type 97 Border 1:32

[Sasha As]

Hello to everyone on the forum. I’m pleased to present my latest project: a Border “Kate” in the 1:35 scale, which is unusual for aviation models. The assembly went smoothly; I had no issues with the fit or the quality of the parts. In some places, you’ll need to deviate from the instructions, but that will all become clear to anyone who builds this kit. Especially the propeller and engine assembly. However, in terms of how closely it resembles the real Kate aircraft, it’s not great. But that’s the company’s style with this model. I kept it as is.))) I documented the build in the relevant section; everything is detailed there. Enjoy the build log, everyone! 

Edited May 10 by Sasha As

[ornitus]

Wonderful! 

[scvrobeson]

This looks absolutely amazing Sasha. You did a great job on the Kate, it really shines here.

 

 

Matt 

[geedubelyer]

That's some great paintwork Sasha, well done. 

 

I am struck by how exaggerated the fabric effects are on the control surfaces. 

I know very little about Japanese WWII aircraft but I can't believe that is accurate?

No reflection on your mastery of the craft but that surface effect detracts from your finished model. Were they really like that? 

The treatment of the metal surfaces is much more restrained. 

 

Thanks for sharing the finished model. I'm sure this will be a useful reference for many fans of this era of Japanese aircraft. 

 

Cheers,

Guy

[LSP_Ray]

8 hours ago, Sasha As said:

Hello to everyone on the forum. I’m pleased to present my latest project: a Border “Kate” in the 1:35 scale, which is unusual for aviation models. The assembly went smoothly; I had no issues with the fit or the quality of the parts. In some places, you’ll need to deviate from the instructions, but that will all become clear to anyone who builds this kit. Especially the propeller and engine assembly. However, in terms of how closely it resembles the real Kate aircraft, it’s not great. But that’s the company’s style with this model. I kept it as is.))) I documented the build in the relevant section; everything is detailed there. Enjoy the build log, everyone! 

Amazing, Sasha!

May I post it on the website?

[Sasha As]

9 hours ago, ornitus said:

Wonderful! 

ornitus thank you !

[Sasha As]

8 hours ago, scvrobeson said:

This looks absolutely amazing Sasha. You did a great job on the Kate, it really shines here.

 

 

Matt 

Matt thank you !!!

[Sasha As]

6 hours ago, geedubelyer said:

That's some great paintwork Sasha, well done. 

 

I am struck by how exaggerated the fabric effects are on the control surfaces. 

I know very little about Japanese WWII aircraft but I can't believe that is accurate?

No reflection on your mastery of the craft but that surface effect detracts from your finished model. Were they really like that? 

The treatment of the metal surfaces is much more restrained. 

 

Thanks for sharing the finished model. I'm sure this will be a useful reference for many fans of this era of Japanese aircraft. 

 

Cheers,

Guy

Guy thank you!!! The model's exaggerated design is a signature style of the manufacturer. 

[Sasha As]

4 hours ago, LSP_Ray said:

Amazing, Sasha!

May I post it on the website?

Ray thank you !!! Sure, go ahead and post it.

[Greif8]

A top shelf build Sasha!  Your airbrush work is top notch and you got the color modulation perfect.

 

Ernest

[TankBuster]

Outstanding work. Cheers Bob.

[Sasha As]

11 hours ago, Greif8 said:

A top shelf build Sasha!  Your airbrush work is top notch and you got the color modulation perfect.

 

Ernest

Ernest thank you !!!

[Sasha As]

9 hours ago, TankBuster said:

Outstanding work. Cheers Bob.

Bob thank you !!! 

[Miloslav1956]

Super! 

[Rod Bettencourt]

Well my friend, you have given all of us that have this kit something to strive for! Outstanding build and a feast for the eyes. Question, do you have any pics with the kit on the deck? Your deck was fantastic looking. Thank you for sharing this.

 

Rod