Virginia Matt Posted October 1, 2022 Share Posted October 1, 2022 Not the best photos but just completed the new tool Ju 87 B-1. I’m really a fan of the new tool kits by Airfix and this one didn’t disappoint in fit or detail. I did think the decals while excellent in opacity and register were thick. I finished it with Vallejo Model Air, Vallejo polyurethane varnishes, and weathered with Vallejo weathering products (Acrylic Washes and Pigments). The antenna wire is Uschi’s 0.2mm elastic rigging. Again apologies for the photos’ quality and look forward to any questions or criticisms! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul71 Posted October 1, 2022 Share Posted October 1, 2022 its a good looking build like the detail of the crew, not got this kit my self got an old one in my stash i must get around to at some pointpaul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SD45elect2000 Posted October 1, 2022 Share Posted October 1, 2022 Wow, its stunning for sure !Randall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virginia Matt Posted October 2, 2022 Author Share Posted October 2, 2022 Thank you for the remarks, Paul & Randall. I do like to build aircrew if they come in the kit. This kit is really nice and a bargain. I’d pick up another one, but have to get the stash really thinned down over the remainder of the year.Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dominic Thomas Posted October 2, 2022 Share Posted October 2, 2022 Very good indeed. The finish and colour matches are impressive. Do I see eyebrows on the 1/72 scale crew? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virginia Matt Posted October 2, 2022 Author Share Posted October 2, 2022 Thank you for your kind comments, Dominic. No eyebrows were painted but what I did do was apply a darker flesh base, then a series of progressively lighter flesh shades to emphasize highlights (bridge of the nose, chin, cheeks, forehead), and finally a flesh colored wash with Vallejo Game Wash to emphasize shadow. It’s an effective and quick method to paint figures that I learned from Dungeons & Dragons miniature painters. Again, thank you for the comments! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SD45elect2000 Posted October 2, 2022 Share Posted October 2, 2022 I'm sold, I ordered some for myself just now. If I can do as well, I'll be very happy.Randall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virginia Matt Posted October 2, 2022 Author Share Posted October 2, 2022 I like Vallejo Washes, Randall but if you’ve never used the stuff before I would recommend watching some videos on YouTube from fantasy figure painters and Vallejo’s own channel. They’re kind of like a combination of a wash and filter depending how you apply them. When I first started using their washes I was frustrated as they do not behave like enamel or oil based washes. They dry very fast so I only work on small sections at a time, adding the wash and then gently cleaning it from areas I don’t want it. If you leave them too long they can cure and you will never get them off. Also don’t forget the highlight part. I’ve never worked them over enamels or lacquers so I can’t comment on that. As a side note, I have used Humbrol’s enamel washes and really liked them but switched to acrylics to get away from the enamel fumes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SD45elect2000 Posted October 15, 2022 Share Posted October 15, 2022 I just got two of these, let’s see if they do justice to yours.Randall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Hurricane Boy Posted October 16, 2022 Share Posted October 16, 2022 Hi MattThat is one fine looking Stuka!I will certainly be coming back to look at this when I get around to building the one in the stash for both inspiration and some ideas.Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthias Muth Posted October 16, 2022 Share Posted October 16, 2022 The Stuka is a nice aircraft, very unique.My ones is from the older Airfix kit with a new owner: modelldoc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hurricane Boy Posted October 16, 2022 Share Posted October 16, 2022 Matt Nice job on the old moulding too! Captured and used by 39 Sqd RAF…that takes some guts… a case where friendly fire would be understandable.Reminds me of a picture of a Stuka in the desert, captured by British troops who painted an inscription on the side……”Under entirely new Management”Pretty cheeky..Cheers,Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virginia Matt Posted October 17, 2022 Author Share Posted October 17, 2022 Tim,It’s a great little kit with some very nice detail out of the box. I really enjoy the new tool Airfix kits as they are simply a pleasure to build. Thanks for looking and commenting!Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virginia Matt Posted October 17, 2022 Author Share Posted October 17, 2022 Matthias,I second Tim’s comments on your excellent build! I read somewhere that after testing a captured example, the British were very impressed with the type. Thanks for sharing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthias Muth Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 BTW, Airfix had this opportunity too with the Kit No. A 03089 Junkers Ju-87 B-2 / R-2 Stuka.In the past I gave also Messerschmitt Bf-109 E from Airfix roundels, looks nice.Matthias akamodelldoc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthias Muth Posted October 18, 2022 Share Posted October 18, 2022 I told about the Messerschmitt, here is the link: Matthiasaka modelldoc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hurricane Boy Posted October 18, 2022 Share Posted October 18, 2022 Hi Matthiasvery niceMesserschmitt Bf-109E-3/B captured in BritainSorry…I think that I shortened your name to Matt in an earlier posting.Cheers,Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian_rutland Posted October 22, 2022 Share Posted October 22, 2022 That's a nice, tidy build. It looks great. I like this kit. Airfix have done a nice job on the old Stuka over the years. The old bagged one looks its age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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