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thomasweir · Posted: Wed 27 May 2009 21:55 pm Post subject: Airfix FW190 GB Disorder's Build

Disorder will be posting his build here

thomasweir · Posted: Sun 21 Jun 2009 22:18 pm Post subject:

Have you chosen a FW190 version yet ?

Disorder · Posted: Fri 26 Jun 2009 14:44 pm Post subject:

Hi Thomas,

Sorry i've been caught up in all the rubbishy life things recently.
Hopefully get back into plastic this week.
As for a version, I'll just go for the 72nd scale version.
Looking forward to it.
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thomasweir · Posted: Mon 06 Jul 2009 09:42 am Post subject:

Hi Paddy how are getting on ?

Disorder · Posted: Sat 11 Jul 2009 19:19 pm Post subject:

Hi Thomas,
Sorry about the disappearing trick.
A lot of family illness' recently.
Still plan on bringing this GB in on time, although I won't get started until August as I'm off on hols soon for two weeks.

Your patience is much appreciated.

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If at first you don't succeed, try, try again. Then quit. There's no point in being a complete fool about it.

XN923 · Bronze Star Joined: 16 May 2008 Posts: 1176

Both the 72nd kits go together simply and quickly - you should be fine. Just don't choose a too-complex colour scheme!

thomasweir · Posted: Sat 11 Jul 2009 20:44 pm Post subject:

There's plenty of time left in this GB

Disorder · Posted: Sat 08 Aug 2009 19:36 pm Post subject:

Hi everyone,

Called into my LMS today and picked up a 72nd scale FW190.
Will get the usual sprue shots etc on here tomorrow as well as any progress shots.
I never do Luftwaffe schemes so I'm not that well up on colours etc. I'm planning on using whatever it says on the box or at least as close as I can mix it! My apologies in advance for any inaccuracies

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If at first you don't succeed, try, try again. Then quit. There's no point in being a complete fool about it.

thomasweir · Posted: Sat 08 Aug 2009 19:57 pm Post subject:

Disorder · Posted: Sun 09 Aug 2009 19:05 pm Post subject:

The Sprue shots, boxart etc.

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Finally broke the seal today. Only got a little paint on the pilot, not really worth photographing yet. But at least I'm up and running, well strolling anyway.

I Hope to get finished by Tuesday or wednesday at the latest.

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If at first you don't succeed, try, try again. Then quit. There's no point in being a complete fool about it.

thomasweir · Posted: Sun 09 Aug 2009 19:19 pm Post subject:

There's no rush take your time

Disorder · Posted: Wed 12 Aug 2009 10:28 am Post subject:

Yesterdays progress:

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Due to time constraints, I decided to build the aircraft with wheels up, as I have a spare Airfix stand lying about. The fit was actually quite good. A little filler was added to the underside joints as well as the top of the fuselage.

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The pilot was finished fairly quickly as not a lot will be seen on the finished kit. After painting he was given a dark wash and a quick drybrush.

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I am off work today, so hopefully I'll get a good run at sanding and painting. Unfortunately, my original schedule was shot to bits, so I'll probably have to finish this next week as I'm off to London tomorrow for a family wedding. I guess worse things happen at sea!

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If at first you don't succeed, try, try again. Then quit. There's no point in being a complete fool about it.

Disorder · Posted: Wed 12 Aug 2009 18:32 pm Post subject:

Got all the sanding finished and sprayed the grey/blue colour. When it was dry I decided to hand brush the dark green using hu116. Unfortunately my brush technique leaves a lot to be desired and I have recoated the whole kit with my grey/blue mixture.

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This is obviously why we shouldn't rush as it just takes more time

I will get back to this next week, and take more time.
After doing a little research into RLM colours, I was thinking of using the hu116 as before and also hu78 for the splinter camo.
Any advice to the contrary is most welcome.

Thanks
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Badwolf · Posted: Wed 12 Aug 2009 21:22 pm Post subject:

Looking good so far.

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thomasweir · Posted: Sat 22 Aug 2009 21:10 pm Post subject:

How are you getting on ?