1/48 AZ Models Saab J-29E/F Tunnan

Gallery Article by Busolini Massimo on Feb 6 2015

 

      

The model that I am going to introduce is a SAAB J-29E / F Tunnan, one of AZ Model, scale 1/48. 

The recessed panel lines are maybe too fine. There are various nicely done resin parts including the interior, wheels, exhaust, air intake complete, and even a piece of paper in photo etching control panel and other small parts for the cockpit.

 

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Unfortunately the two half fuselages do have fit issues with the wings, so I have to say the assembly is not for beginners, and it requires a fair amount of filling to get everything to look good. 

After having filled all over and sanded, I gave the first coat of Aluminium Metalizer from Model-Master, and polished after I gave a second hand, and polished again.  I prepared the model for the decals with light coats of clear varnish to give a smooth gloss finish.

After letting the decals dry, helped along with the application with the decal softening from Gunze, I ran a wash with gouache dark gray, and again applied the clear gloss, I applied in various areas the matte varnish. 

After you have finished editing the carts and the last parts of the kit, I can say that the model does not exceed in beauty, but it remains a very workable kit of a subject that you see very little around.

Busolini Massimo

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Photos and text © by Busolini Massimo