1/72 F-86A ..............................................(Completed 22 May 2014)

[lastvautour]

Parts duplicated using the Strombecker kit make up this F-86A. The model I wish to make has the V windscreen so some modifications of my canopy is in order. Here is a close up of progress to date.

Lou

[lastvautour]

I have been a fan of the F-86 since the early fifties when they flew over my home. It seems I do not know as much as I thought I did. I re-read the Canadair Sabre bible and found many v shaped windscreens. A close look at the Matchbox F-86s in my collection also have v shape windscreens that I never noticed before. They date back to my first plastic modeling days in the 60s and 70s.

A v shaped windscreen has been added and a shot of primer added. Once dry, I will post photos.

Lou

[lastvautour]

New windscreen and some progress on using the Matchbox kit decals. The decals are much thicker than home made and don't lay down as well even with decal solution. I am still not very good with silver finishes and seem to get a dusty look. I added a coat of gloss that helped a bit. I guess I need more practice.

Lou

[Mark Braunlich]

Looks good from here Lou!

The best metallic silver/aluminum paint I've ever used is the SnJ paints.  Fantastic results but the drawback is very limited shelf life after opening the container.

http://hawkeyes-squawkbox.com/our-products/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bW1tKEWS-Eo

[lastvautour]

Thanks Mark. I have seen articles on this product before but a bit much for me to attempt.

Lou

[lastvautour]

Roll out occurred at 1400 hrs. local time. The decals are from a Matchbox kit and were not meant for the Strombecker kit. Regardless it now sits next to the Ray/Lou F-86A.

Lou

Additional photos to follow.

[lastvautour]

F-86A

Lou

[buccfan]

Very nice Lou, silver and decals work for me. Best regards Paul J.

[lastvautour]

Thank you Paul.

Lou

[Balsabasher]

What a peach of a model,the finish looks just right for an F-86,together with the Hawker Hunter the last of the good looking jets.
Barry.