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Eduard Spitfire Mk.IX early build log.
AussieReg
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Posted: Sunday, April 07, 2013 - 10:35 PM UTC
This just keeps getting better and better !
drabslab
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Posted: Sunday, April 07, 2013 - 11:44 PM UTC
Hai Jean-Luc,
I can only repeat the good comments about this built and the building speed, quite extraordinary.
But I am also impressed by the quality of the pictures you post. Could yuo give us an update on what photo equipment/lighting conditions you are using? I can certainly learn something here.
I can only repeat the good comments about this built and the building speed, quite extraordinary.
But I am also impressed by the quality of the pictures you post. Could yuo give us an update on what photo equipment/lighting conditions you are using? I can certainly learn something here.
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Hi all,
Back from Heiden (lovely expo, it was fun) where I only spent one hour or so working on the model. I did some chipping effects on the underside. There is still some work to do and then the upper sides...
Jean-Luc
TedMamere
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Posted: Monday, April 08, 2013 - 07:40 AM UTC
Hai Drabslab and all,
I'm afraid there is nothing to learn. Here is where I take my picture and the camera I use for my modeling work. It is my "old" Panasonic FZ-5...
Today I managed to do the paint chipping on the upper surfaces. I still have to do the "special" colors: blue, red, yellow and silver...
Jean-Luc
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But I am also impressed by the quality of the pictures you post. Could yuo give us an update on what photo equipment/lighting conditions you are using? I can certainly learn something here.
I'm afraid there is nothing to learn. Here is where I take my picture and the camera I use for my modeling work. It is my "old" Panasonic FZ-5...
Today I managed to do the paint chipping on the upper surfaces. I still have to do the "special" colors: blue, red, yellow and silver...
Jean-Luc
Littorio
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Posted: Monday, April 08, 2013 - 08:29 AM UTC
Great work Jean-Luc and so quick, it's been a treat to follow your build along.
TedMamere
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Posted: Wednesday, April 10, 2013 - 08:52 AM UTC
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Great work Jean-Luc and so quick, it's been a treat to follow your build along.
Thanks Luciano,
Here is what I have done in the last couple of days. First I have finished the micro painting (I have added the aluminium chipping)...
And today I have worked on the smaller items...
I still have to do the final weathering and then glue all the small pieces. The end is near...
Jean-Luc
Merlin
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Posted: Wednesday, April 10, 2013 - 09:04 AM UTC
Hi Jean-Luc
I'm shocked! I thought you'd have finished the build while we were off the air!
But seriously - great stuff!
All the best
Rowan
I'm shocked! I thought you'd have finished the build while we were off the air!
But seriously - great stuff!
All the best
Rowan
Holdfast
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Posted: Wednesday, April 10, 2013 - 05:40 PM UTC
Yes great work Santa-Luc, but I too am surprised that you have not finished this yet 
I can't wait to get my hands on one, or 2+ of these 
I can't wait to get my hands on one, or 2+ of these 
chukw1
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Posted: Thursday, April 11, 2013 - 02:50 AM UTC
That looks mighty nice, Jean-Luc- the level of distress to the finish is so nicely restrained.
eseperic
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Posted: Thursday, April 11, 2013 - 04:01 AM UTC
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the level of distress to the finish is so nicely restrained.
Chuck,
This summarizes my impression as well, but you've found such words of wisdom!
All the best,
Entoni
Antoni
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Posted: Thursday, April 11, 2013 - 08:12 AM UTC
My large parcel containing four large boxes from Eduard arrived yesterday. As far as the decals are concerned the Sky codes are a little pale but the red and blue of the national markings are perfectly acceptable similar in colour to Techmod. The red is rather blotchy though. There is nothing to denigrate in the kit but I can find some faults in the instructions. I'll put them in the other, review, thread tomorrow.
TedMamere
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Posted: Thursday, April 11, 2013 - 09:27 AM UTC
Hi all,
I'm sorry to disappoint you Rowan and Mal. Especially since you are known to be notorious speed-builders!
Good idea Antoni.
This evening I have finished the final weathering of the underside by adding some shadows and oil streaks using Faber Castell "Pitt" felts...
These felts are very easy to use and it is possible to achieve a wide range of effects with them.
Jean-Luc
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I'm shocked! I thought you'd have finished the build while we were off the air!
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I too am surprised that you have not finished this yet
I'm sorry to disappoint you Rowan and Mal. Especially since you are known to be notorious speed-builders!
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I can find some faults in the instructions. I'll put them in the other, review, thread tomorrow.
Good idea Antoni.
This evening I have finished the final weathering of the underside by adding some shadows and oil streaks using Faber Castell "Pitt" felts...
These felts are very easy to use and it is possible to achieve a wide range of effects with them.
Jean-Luc
Antoni
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Posted: Thursday, April 11, 2013 - 10:07 AM UTC
A lot of people may not know what pitt felts are. Rather than explain take a look at amazon. Only six shades of grey, not fifty.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=faber+castell+pitt+artist+pens&tag=googhydr-21&index=aps&hvadid=8915507913&hvpos=1t1&hvexid=&hvnetw=s&hvrand=659587336135734350&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=b&ref=pd_sl_6kd6zu7uge_b
http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=faber+castell+pitt+artist+pens&tag=googhydr-21&index=aps&hvadid=8915507913&hvpos=1t1&hvexid=&hvnetw=s&hvrand=659587336135734350&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=b&ref=pd_sl_6kd6zu7uge_b
Merlin
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Posted: Thursday, April 11, 2013 - 09:02 PM UTC
Hi Antoni
The range of opinions in the customer reviews of these brush pens is extraordinary - from "wonderful" and "lovely", to "poor quality - only lasted 5 minutes".
@ Jean-Luc - the product description states that the tip holds its shape in constant use. In your experience, how does it stand up to the uneven surface of a model kit? You've certainly done a wonderful job depicting the classic oil staining on the underside of a Spit.
All the best
Rowan
The range of opinions in the customer reviews of these brush pens is extraordinary - from "wonderful" and "lovely", to "poor quality - only lasted 5 minutes".
@ Jean-Luc - the product description states that the tip holds its shape in constant use. In your experience, how does it stand up to the uneven surface of a model kit? You've certainly done a wonderful job depicting the classic oil staining on the underside of a Spit.
All the best
Rowan
chukw1
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Posted: Friday, April 12, 2013 - 02:36 AM UTC
As far as the markers are concerned, I'm also curious as to their permanence. I've used various brands of markers in my art career and found them all to fade in sunlight. Hangar that Spit!
robot_
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Posted: Friday, April 12, 2013 - 07:11 AM UTC
Jean-Luc: I've just got back from a holiday to see your awesome build in progress. Really envious of your skills! The chipping technique is so effective.
Chuck: Those pens claim to use India Ink, i.e. a carbon-based pigment, which should be pretty good for longevity.
Chuck: Those pens claim to use India Ink, i.e. a carbon-based pigment, which should be pretty good for longevity.
TedMamere
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Posted: Friday, April 12, 2013 - 09:11 AM UTC
Hi all,
Concerning the felts, I have not used them long enough to be able to tell you if they will last in the long term. Chuck raised a good point and I will examine my models carefully in the next months...
This evening I have finished the final weathering of the top surfaces with the "Pitt" brush pens. I have mainly used the "Walnut Brown" tone. Here are two pictures: before and after...
The difference isn't great but still noticeable I think. I should be able to finish the model tomorrow like planned if all goes well.
Jean-Luc
Concerning the felts, I have not used them long enough to be able to tell you if they will last in the long term. Chuck raised a good point and I will examine my models carefully in the next months...
This evening I have finished the final weathering of the top surfaces with the "Pitt" brush pens. I have mainly used the "Walnut Brown" tone. Here are two pictures: before and after...
The difference isn't great but still noticeable I think. I should be able to finish the model tomorrow like planned if all goes well.
Jean-Luc
TedMamere
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Posted: Saturday, April 13, 2013 - 01:28 AM UTC
Hi all,
Exactly two weeks after it has arrived at my doorstep, my Eduard Spitfire Mk.IX is finished!
As you have probably witnessed in this build log, the new Eduard 1/48 scale Spitfire Mk.IX kit was an enjoyable experience from the start to the finish. It is probably the best kit from the czech manufacturer to date. I also think there is no better Spitfire kit in the same scale now, including other versions. I'm already looking forward to see other boxings of the kit!
Jean-Luc
Exactly two weeks after it has arrived at my doorstep, my Eduard Spitfire Mk.IX is finished!
As you have probably witnessed in this build log, the new Eduard 1/48 scale Spitfire Mk.IX kit was an enjoyable experience from the start to the finish. It is probably the best kit from the czech manufacturer to date. I also think there is no better Spitfire kit in the same scale now, including other versions. I'm already looking forward to see other boxings of the kit!
Jean-Luc
alpha_tango
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Posted: Saturday, April 13, 2013 - 01:47 AM UTC
MichaelSatin
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Posted: Saturday, April 13, 2013 - 02:08 AM UTC
Excellent work Jean-Luc. I predict best seller status for this beauty!
Michael
Michael
tinbanger
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Posted: Saturday, April 13, 2013 - 02:38 AM UTC
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Excellent work Jean-Luc. I predict best seller status for this beauty!
Michael
I agree 100% Michael!
I have the kit on order and look forward to the build.
Jean-Luc you have set the bar high!
Jessie_C
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Posted: Saturday, April 13, 2013 - 03:17 AM UTC
"A thing of beauty is a joy forever"
This needs to be a feature article so we don't lose it.
This needs to be a feature article so we don't lose it.
chukw1
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Posted: Saturday, April 13, 2013 - 04:52 AM UTC
This:
Simply outstanding!
Simply outstanding!
Littorio
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Posted: Saturday, April 13, 2013 - 05:17 AM UTC
A great build Jean-Luc, thanks.
I now have the kit plus overtrees on order
I now have the kit plus overtrees on order
Holdfast
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Posted: Saturday, April 13, 2013 - 07:12 AM UTC
Absolutely stunning Santa-Luc, I just love your build of it and I can't wait to get mine.
magnusf
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Posted: Saturday, April 13, 2013 - 07:24 AM UTC
A fantastic result (not that I expected anything less )! I REALLY hope they release this one in 1/72, until then I enjoy the photos of your's!
Magnus
)! I REALLY hope they release this one in 1/72, until then I enjoy the photos of your's! Magnus
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