A model of what has to be the best and most famous fighter of WWII. This
is the Airfix
kit. This kit is a real bargain and the detail is pretty good out of the
box. I added
some scratchbuilt details for the cockpit and seat, but with the exception
of the
aftermarket canopy and Aeromaster decals, it was box stock. The Aeromaster
1/72nd scale decals are a terrific bargain as you get complete decals for
at least 4
planes including all the country insignias for all 4 planes. No markings
are "shared"
as with other manufacturers. This is a unique replica of a plane that
served in both
theaters of war. It fought in Europe and later in the Pacific. This was my
first attempt
at a bare metal finish as well as invasion stripes. I used the SnJ metal
finish system
which comprises of a spray netal lacquer followed by polishing powder. The
surface
looks like aluminum and unlike Testor's Metalizers can be masked with
masking tape
without screwing up the finish. Perfect for this model as the invasion
stripes were
done after the metal finish as well as the anti glare panel. The stripes
on the
horizontal stab are decals The cockpit framing was done with Bare Metal
Foil same
as I use on cars. How about that!? I really liked the way this model came
out.
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