I built this nice little kit straight from the box, including part of the stock decals. National insignia, identification numbers and nose art markings were taken from a Superscale sheet, representing an aircraft from 63rd FS, 56th FG, operating from Boxted (UK, 1945).
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The model sees extensive engraving of the fuselage with lots of rivets and other nice exterior details. A highly detailed cockpit with sidewalls, instrument panel, seat with belts and cockpit floor is included - as are crisply detailed wheel bays and engine.
Paints are mostly Humbrol/Revell enamels except for the underside, were I tried Alclad finishings for the first time. On top of a gloss black enamel primer, I experimented with Alclad shades of stainless steel, magnesium and airframe aluminium, until I was happy with the final look.
Weathering with enamel washes for the panel lines, spot oil washes and a silver pencil completed the job.
Thanks for looking!
Patrick Vossenberg
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