SE-5a

[Jim]

Just got around to taking some pix of the latest addition to the Atkins Aerodrome:  An SE-5a of 56 Squadron, RFC. Not the usual Wolseley Viper-powered SE, but the earlier geared 200-hp Hispano-Suiza-powered model with the high thrust-line drive shaft and 4-bladed prop. Approx. 1:50 scale. Basswood fuselage, wings and tailplane, bamboo struts, laminated walnut and mahogany prop, monofilament fishing line and old banjo strings for rigging, home-made decals and rubber O-rings for tires.

[Jim]

...and the rest.

[Gearup]

Nicely done. The rigging and rib stitching really make this model come alive. Thanks.
Fraser

[lastvautour]

Another excellent model. Thank you for sharing.

Lou