discus Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 Hello Here is my latest built: P-47D "Bubbletop" from trumpeter in French AF colors, Lafayette squadron. Nice kit overall except the complext turbocharger system that is totally useless as fully hidden in the fuselage (except that it support the cockpit tub). I used some goodies: - HGW fabric seatbelts - Master guns and pitot tube - Berna decals - Yahu models PE instrument panel - Eduard Brassin Rocket launchers (not sure they were actually used by the french jugs but since I had them anyway...) As usual this is brush painted. I used Vallejo Metal Cote Aluminum for the overall surfaces and Duralumin for the upper wings weapon panels. Other colors are usual Humbrol enamels. And now, I have to close down the modeler's shop to prepare for a move. And I have to pack 80+ kits hoping the unavoidable damages will stay limited. Cheers Anthony in NZ, AlbertD, Johnny Cloud and 13 others 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lothar Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 Beauty, stunning build, excellent finish and choice of markings Lothar discus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alain Gadbois Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 (edited) C'est magnifique! Your brush painted metallic finish looks beautiful. Alain Edited November 14, 2020 by Alain Gadbois discus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rockie Yarwood Posted November 15, 2020 Share Posted November 15, 2020 Brush painted - Wow, what a beautiful job! discus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeMaben Posted November 15, 2020 Share Posted November 15, 2020 Nice discus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmayhew Posted November 15, 2020 Share Posted November 15, 2020 nice build as someone who is just about to finish this kit, i admire how clean you have made the gun bay and ammunition bay panels fit - i made a pig's ear of mine the overall finish is very effective how were the decals? i am very interested in clear film around the kill markings and how that went down - this is always one of my concerns thanks for sharing Nick discus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geedubelyer Posted November 15, 2020 Share Posted November 15, 2020 The skill and patience it must take to create a smooth silver finish of this quality is admirable discus Well done indeed. I hope your move goes without a hitch Cheers discus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aircommando130 Posted November 15, 2020 Share Posted November 15, 2020 Brush painted??? No way!!! Beautiful P-47...I have the Razorback version. Cheers...Ron (starting a 14 day lockdown in the state of NM tomorrow) discus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discus Posted November 15, 2020 Author Share Posted November 15, 2020 11 hours ago, nmayhew said: how were the decals? i am very interested in clear film around the kill markings and how that went down - this is always one of my concerns Decals are fine IMO. The film is invisble and adjusted to the markings. 3 hours ago, geedubelyer said: The skill and patience it must take to create a smooth silver finish of this quality is admirable discus Well done indeed. I hope your move goes without a hitch Cheers Well it's not so complicated: The technic is actually similar to a dry brushing of the surface. It is a bit unatural but it works well. There is a video on YT showing how to do it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcMpsGj1Nbg geedubelyer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geedubelyer Posted November 16, 2020 Share Posted November 16, 2020 Hi discus, thanks for the link. The guy makes it look very easy and the finish that you've achieved looks quite realistic. May I ask, how durable is the finish? Does it come off on your fingers if you pick the model up? Did you have to do anything special to get the decals to adhere? Thankyou. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discus Posted November 16, 2020 Author Share Posted November 16, 2020 3 hours ago, geedubelyer said: Hi discus, thanks for the link. The guy makes it look very easy and the finish that you've achieved looks quite realistic. May I ask, how durable is the finish? Does it come off on your fingers if you pick the model up? Did you have to do anything special to get the decals to adhere? Thankyou. It's actually really easy. Even easier than a regular brush painting with enamels where brush marks are more visible IMO. As any metal finish, if you are not careful, you will scratch it (typically with your finger nails). But once dry, there is no problem (It dries quickly but I leave it for 12 to 24 hours between two layers). First thing I did once last layer of paint was dry enough was to apply a layer of gloss top coat to protect it, even if I use enamel panel liners that should not damage it. Just to be sure. What I am not sure of, and I didn't dare trying, was to mask on the metal finish so I paint the red and olive drab parts first (humbrol enamels). Regarding decals adherence, as usual, you need a gloss finish so whatever the paint, I always apply a gloss coat before (and after by the way). Then I use Mr Mark Setter Neo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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