I agree with Toby it's looking good.Old_Tonto wrote:I wouldn't go that far Toby but it's good enough for Government work.TobyC wrote:The camo looks top notch.
OT's GR.1 *** Finished ***
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My work bench is starting to look like Portsmouth Naval Dockyard.
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This one has been progressing slowly but surely.
Main under-carriage installed:
An excellent fit and the kit balance is spot on.
So on went the wing tip legs and I started the decals:
The decals seem a little thick and didn't want to settle down so I've coated them with Microl Sol. Will see how they look tonight.
Just realised that I still need to paint a couple of panels Olive Drab as per the instructions.
I'm also working on the stores and jet nozzles.
More to follow.
Main under-carriage installed:
An excellent fit and the kit balance is spot on.
So on went the wing tip legs and I started the decals:
The decals seem a little thick and didn't want to settle down so I've coated them with Microl Sol. Will see how they look tonight.
Just realised that I still need to paint a couple of panels Olive Drab as per the instructions.
I'm also working on the stores and jet nozzles.
More to follow.
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Coming on well
Al speling misteaks aer all mi own werk..
Its not just how good your painting is, its how good the touch-ups are too.
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How did the decals react to the setting solution? I hope the bedded in ok!
Best wishes
Jim
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"Never put off till tomorrow, what you can do the day after tomorrow"
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"Never put off till tomorrow, what you can do the day after tomorrow"
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They look much better now iggie but they will need another soaking as will the ones around the air intakes.iggie wrote:How did the decals react to the setting solution? I hope the bedded in ok!
Nearly there now:
Just need to add the jet nozzles, U\C doors, stores etc.
I had planned to give it a wash to highlight the lovely panel lines but I must admit it looks very nice in this clean state. It will get a matt coat though.
Some enamel paint leaked through the masking tape onto the canopy. Whilst I have managed to remove most of it with some thinners and a cotton bud you can still make out where it was. Very annoying.
One gotcha that I will remember when I do the GR.3. Ignore the instructions and don't add the pylons until after painting and decaling. Otherwise you end up having to cut the decals to fit either side of the outer pylon. It will also be easier to paint & apply the pylon decals. WORTH REMEMBERING.
Should be done before the deadline. Wife permitting.
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Let me know on the chat thread if you need a time extension
Al speling misteaks aer all mi own werk..
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All done:
A lovely kit and pretty much a hassle free build. The only issue I had was paint on the canopy - all my own fault!
More images in the gallery soon.
A lovely kit and pretty much a hassle free build. The only issue I had was paint on the canopy - all my own fault!
More images in the gallery soon.
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I really like that. The roundels are very vivid compared to those of a Shar and with the beautifully done camouflage you achieved a very striking build. Well done sir
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Nicely done!
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Lovely bit of work. It's a great little kit isn't it.
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Thanks guys and yes it's a top kit IMHO.
I lik ethose roundals to Toby. The red, whit & blue roundals really pop out along with the semi-gloss finish.
Having said that I really want to build a SHAR now!
I lik ethose roundals to Toby. The red, whit & blue roundals really pop out along with the semi-gloss finish.
Having said that I really want to build a SHAR now!
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I think my computer is playing silly beggars; I can't see your photos.
Don't forget to post a couple up in the gallery.
Don't forget to post a couple up in the gallery.
Al speling misteaks aer all mi own werk..
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I agree with the rest - excellent looking Harrier and terrific looking paint job.
David
David
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I can see it!
Loverly smart looking job there
Loverly smart looking job there
Al speling misteaks aer all mi own werk..
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Very nice build; clean and sharp all round. It looks a treat in that scheme
Best wishes
Jim
If you can walk away from a landing, it's a good landing. If you use the airplane the next day, it's an outstanding landing
"Never put off till tomorrow, what you can do the day after tomorrow"
Jim
If you can walk away from a landing, it's a good landing. If you use the airplane the next day, it's an outstanding landing
"Never put off till tomorrow, what you can do the day after tomorrow"