Running a few drawings through my mind for a 1/144 project. I have not made one lately. I plan to work multiple models for a while.
Lou
A 1/144 scale F3D Skyknight is on the bench. Coming in at just over 4 inch wing span. Just something to fiddle with while the primer dries on my two Sabres.
Lou
Rough cut so far.
Lou
I elected to do a separate canopy as the built in one was problematic. All parts are awaiting final light sanding and them assembly.
Lou
Canopy contoured.
Lou
Looking good Lou. The skylight is on the list . A fair way on though.
Cheers
Gordon
At 1/144 scale it does not take up much materiel nor time.
Lou
Lots of putty for such a small model.
Lou
Making the canopy separate is a good idea and would simplify the carving. Another note to self....
Fraser
Primer applied in my new spray booth.
Lou
Forgot to post these ahead of the primed version.
Lou
Second photo.
Lou
Deep Navy Blue applied with brush.
Lou
Decals have been printed and spray with a gloss coat. The back ground matches the model's paint job. Could be finished by the weekend. I have not decided if I will add landing gear as most of my 1/144 scale collection have them. Two copies as the first printing smeared ther code letters.
Lou
Roll out 6 August 2020. A fairly simple build but still quite enjoyable. The decals had to be touched up with dark sea blue paint.
Lou
A comparison with a B-36 and an RCAF CF-100 of the same era.
Lou
Additional photos.
Lou
As always Lou, a very well done model.
Thanks!
Fraser
Nicely done Lou, does it take a lot of trial and error to match the decal colour to the model?, regards Paul J.
Thank you both.
Paul, it is a trial and error process. Even black on black does not come out exact.
Lou
Lou,
Another classic job.
Cheers
Gordon
Here is black on black. There is a small variance that application of gloss coat should hide somewhat.
Lou
Thanks Lou, gloss coat does tend to blend shades together as you said. Regards Paul J.