Scratchbuild 28mm US Navy SEAPLANE

[dijit]

Absolutely stunning work. Having tried to do something similar before and having failed, I salute you!
Duncan

[gamer Mac]

Shhhhhh
Don't tell my other half
Cracking job

[Heldrak]

the choices for suitable 28mm aircrews are almost non-existant.

So carve some out of wood! 

Very impressive build!

[Johnnytodd]

getting close now

[Westfalia Chris]

It's a beauty. And to think that only 60 or so years ago, all scale models were effectively built like that.

[Andym]

That's really good. I can't wait to see some paint on it!!

[Johnnytodd]

It's a beauty. And to think that only 60 or so years ago, all scale models were effectively built like that.

Its gratifying to know that one builds the model from nothing more than blocks of wood.  I am less concerned with minute detail than with giving the overall impression in accurate scale.  Paint tomorrow!

[Wirelizard]

That looks amazing! You've even modelled the cowl flaps - nicely done.

Did you scratchbuild the prop too, or is that salvage from a plastic kit?

[Sangennaru]

wow, that's becoming better and better! you're doing it "the old way", and that's amazing!!

[Johnnytodd]

I made the prop from thin plywood but I cheated on the cowl vents which were something of an afterthought so I used green putty.  I've done a bit of fig conversion as well so she'll have a crew! 

[Johnnytodd]

Now it just needs the crew and squadron number designation,  but essentially its done!

[matakishi]

That's just brilliant 

[Bugsda]

Yep, brilliant. I wish I could do that 

[Steve F]

Splendid thread - thanks!

[carlos marighela]

Wonderful stuff, that's true craftsmanship. Really beautiful work.

You haven't thought about a job making aircraft recognotion models for the US Army Airforce by any chance?