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Beechcraft D55 Baron. Scale: 3/8" = 1' (1/32 Size)
Model is based on a 3-view thumbnail sketch appearing in an old Janes Aircraft Recognition book. Fuselage made from laminated aspen ("Mastercraft Solid Aspen select grade" sold in shrink-wrapped planks at home improvemnent centers). Nacelles and spinners are from basswood. Tail parts cut from basswood sheet. Wings are mystery wood from an old dresser. Propellers, antennas, wheels and wheel well doors are from styrene. Landing gear struts are from brazing rod with details from styrene bits.
Metallic effect on spinners obtained by first painting gloss white, then polishing with SnJ aluminum powder followed by clear gloss laquer and then additional polishing. Model was sealed using polyureathane varnish then primed with rattle-can spray primer and wet sanded smooth. Imperfections were filled using Bondo automotive glazing putty and additional coats of primer. Panel lines made using a wood burner after the model was primed. Model was airbrushed using enamel paints. White pin stripes are "Pactra Trim Tape" from a hobby shop-- the tape was first applied to a piece of glass, then strips were cut using a straight edge and fresh razor blade and transferred to the model. Tape and decals were sealed by applying Pledge Future floor polish to the model using a 5/8" brush, the model was then sprayed with "Deft" rattle can clear semi-gloss laquer.