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David Fuller (DJFuller)
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Hasegawa 1/72 P-40N

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Not my best work, but overall I'm happy with it. Lots of issues trying to get the parrot head decals to fit and sit correctly. Ended up with a bunch of wrinkles, plus the cutouts for the exhaust weren't the right size so I had to fill in with some paint that was close. Luckily the weathering hid most of it. Used this guy to experiment with some new weathering techniques for me. First time using AK weathering pencils, first time doing some heavier exhaust weathering. I also experimented with doing the heavier chipping using a fine brush and Testors square bottle chrome and aluminum paints. 
 

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Unfortunately, both wings were warped into almost an inverse gull wing shape like a B-25. Both tops and bottoms were warped in the same direction so there wasn't much I could do about it. Oh well, this guy will sit at the back of the display case anyway.
 
 

Comments

35 8 May 2023, 00:32
Neuling
Very nice build. Mission accomplished!
8 May 2023, 09:08
Alec K
Very nicely done. The chipping looks very convincing. Looks like you had a few challenges, but which build doesn't.
8 May 2023, 11:01
David Fuller
Thanks guys!
13 May 2023, 10:44
Lost_Erik
I'm glad you fought the wings and nose art decal. It is a great result; even if not your fondest of build memories.
20 May 2023, 17:39
Rui S
I like it 👍
20 May 2023, 18:02
Christian Bruer
Very nice work and finish 👍
30 May 2023, 13:15
Mr James
Very nice build indeed.
30 May 2023, 13:17
Villiers de Vos
Very nice work.
31 May 2023, 05:24

Project info

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1:72 Curtiss P-40 Kittyhawk (Print Scale 72-023)1:72 Curtiss P-40N WAR HAWK (Minicraft Hasegawa 115)

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