1/72 Douglas Skyknight started 3 Aug 2020 - Roll Out 19 Oct 2020

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New project started 3 Aug 2020. Blocks are cut to rough dimensions. This model is not part of the First Generation Jet cook-up.

Lou
PS I renumbered the image for security measures.

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A second 1st generation jet from my bench. It was my intention to following up the 1/144 Douglas Skyknight with a 1/72 F3D.


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Notching the wing/fuselage using a drill bit to score the removal section in the fuselage. The wing notch is done with a hobby knife.

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All parts with exception of the engine exhaust deflectors are completed. Next is contouring of the parts.

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Canopy and intakes sanded to shape. Wing is contoured.

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The Skyknight received its first primer coats. Note the tail feathers are just resting on the fuselage.

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F3D Skyknight - White primer has dried on the and now awaits sanding before final assembly.

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I applied three coats of semi-gloss white to the Skyknight. I will apply one more before letting it cure for a few days.

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Decals are printed and coated. Now for additional painting before application. As usual extra parts are printed.

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Masking for orange paint.

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Masking removed and black areas painted.

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National markings applied. Other decals inadvertently printed on white film rather than clear.

Lou 

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Roll out occurred at 3:00 PM, 19 Oct 2020.

Lou

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1/72 space is full. Need more shelves.

Lou

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Excellent work Lou, great work on the paint scheme and decals, top job.Regards Paul J.