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Title: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on April 27, 2008, 08:00:59 AM
When the Meteor and the Tiffie are finished this week, I'll be taking a break from building for the RAF 100 theme for a few weeks to make a start on this:-

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Spent quite a lot of time with our Richard coming-up with camo schemes for Nationalist Spanish & Italian 262's last year. It may not be exactly this scheme when it's finished, there's a couple of others I'm very tempted to use, but each scheme IS accurate and well documented on other airframes. I wrote a whole 'thesis sized' essay for the 262 in Spain & Italy and their participation in the second Desert War (1944-48) some of which Iposted here on the Alternative History page.

Anyhoos, I'll be using this:-

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As my 'raw material' and will probably be making a start sometime in the next two weeks or so. As ever when I get-around to remembering to post-up progress shots, I'm happy to take all pot-shots, criticisms and questions.

Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: nev on April 27, 2008, 10:15:04 AM
YES!! YES!! 

*stands on sidelines cheering*

Gorgeous subject and I have total faith in your ability to pull it off Ian  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: matrixone on April 27, 2008, 10:34:45 AM
I have a few of those kits in my stash and will be watching this build with great interest to see how well this Tamiya kit goes together. :thumbsup:

Matrixone
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Sisko on April 27, 2008, 02:46:11 PM
Quote from: Sisko on April 11, 2008, 07:08:05 PM


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I know I said that I was taking a break to finish some Sci-Fi builds and some commission builds but I need to take a break from my break.

So I'm doing this one baby!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Seems I'm not the only one doing a Gekko inspired build ;D

Look forward to your build!
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on May 13, 2008, 01:25:56 PM
Seven-and-a-half hours later !

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Not a 'shake and bake' build by any means and at this point, the wings are only pushed into place. left the gun cover off for now, as it's easier to install the nose gear, also I wanted to add a lot more nose weight.

Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Dork the kit slayer on May 13, 2008, 04:11:56 PM
Get it done while you can............................no time when the  new 1:1 rugrat arrives. :drink: :party:
That Gekko blokes got a lot to answer for. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on May 21, 2008, 08:07:27 AM
Some self explanatory progress:

Construction finished - I've left-off the intake fronts as they are going to be white and the rudder..... because I forgot it !

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Got some time this morning so preshaded the panel lines in the same way as the Meteor:

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Thanks for looking.

Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Sisko on May 21, 2008, 03:33:26 PM

Coming along nicely ;D :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: NARSES2 on May 22, 2008, 03:48:21 AM
Looking forward to this Ian

Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on May 22, 2008, 06:12:28 AM
Another five minutes of spraying (and twenty minutes cleaning-up ! :angry:), here's what I have:-

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As you can see the white panels on the upper and lower wings are different sizes, just to add interest and I believe that some of the 110's had this stile earlier in the war. Also very early on decided NOT to have the white wing tips follow the panel line, looks more 'aggressive' with them at 90deg to the C/L, doncha think ?

Hopefully, tomorrow, I can get the Grigio Mimetico (Bluey Grey !) on the underside.

Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: sotoolslinger on May 22, 2008, 08:39:03 PM
I really love the way you have done your preshading. You are a great teacher :bow:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on May 30, 2008, 05:57:16 AM
Humbrol 63 Sand with a light overspray of Humbrol 94 brown/yellow. The undersides are Xtracolour ADC Grey


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Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: sotoolslinger on May 30, 2008, 06:14:50 AM
Cool I may very well steal that paint job for the Bushmaster. I won't ,of course do as good a job. ;D ;D :wub:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: John Howling Mouse on May 30, 2008, 01:34:17 PM
Already a work of beauty, Ian!
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Brian da Basher on May 30, 2008, 01:36:21 PM
Nice paint work, Ian! It's always a treat to see one of your updates.
:thumbsup:
Brian da Basher
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Sisko on May 30, 2008, 05:26:08 PM

This is looking good.

The next step is going to really test your mettle as a modeller.

Is going to look awesome when done.
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on June 02, 2008, 02:31:39 PM
Been on the masking now for three days and only half done  :banghead:..... I'll post some pics when I'm done..... be afraid, be very afraid !



Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on June 03, 2008, 03:27:01 AM
Four days of masking later.... This is the view, looking into the abyss from the edge of "the Cliffs of Insanity" :banghead:

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Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: sotoolslinger on June 03, 2008, 05:17:19 AM
That's inconcievable ;D :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Mike Wren on June 03, 2008, 06:16:12 AM
just the 4 days then...?  :banghead:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Sisko on June 03, 2008, 07:34:28 PM

Wow I thought I had it bad masking but mine is like DDAY stripes compared with that :o
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: John Howling Mouse on June 03, 2008, 08:08:05 PM
Mein Messerschmit izt full off eelz?
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on June 04, 2008, 01:27:42 AM
Ohhh G*d what have I done  :blink:

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Humbrol 186 'Brown' & Xtracolour 'Forest Green'

Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on June 04, 2008, 01:30:15 AM
Ahhhh..... that's better !

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Almost like I meant it !  ;D

Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Mike Wren on June 04, 2008, 03:29:47 AM
 :wub: ahhhhh yes!  ;D
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Gary on June 04, 2008, 03:59:37 AM
Koooool. That's how that's done.

Wow, nice job and now I'm feeling like trying that method.

Looks fan-fricken-tastick!
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: sotoolslinger on June 04, 2008, 05:49:26 AM
Really an excellent looking paint job :wub: A super learning experience :thumbsup: thanks :bow:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: nev on June 04, 2008, 05:54:09 AM
Beauty job on the masking Ian  :thumbsup: Oh, and to answer your PM

QuoteThere are countless ways of attaining greatness, but any road to reaching ones maximum potential must be built on a bedrock of respect for the individual, a commitment to excellence and a rejection of mediocrity
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ed S on June 04, 2008, 07:09:10 AM
Nice camo.  You're masking worked great.

Ed
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Radish on June 04, 2008, 07:43:21 AM
I thought you'd put the grey paint on a bit thick, then realised it was blutack. :banghead:

Looks super.
Is it straight from the box apart from the scheme? Why not put it into the nationals Competition?
I've a SFTB Spitfire in Biggles colours going in, and probably a Crusader Hurricane too. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on June 04, 2008, 08:35:47 AM
Quote from: Radish on June 04, 2008, 07:43:21 AM
I thought you'd put the grey paint on a bit thick, then realised it was blutack. :banghead:

Looks super.
Is it straight from the box apart from the scheme? Why not put it into the nationals Competition?
I've a SFTB Spitfire in Biggles colours going in, and probably a Crusader Hurricane too. :thumbsup:

Well coming from you, Terry, I'm seriously humbled. Remember old friend there's a long way to go yet and almost limitless opportunity to scr*w-the-pooch. On to the decals.....

Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Brian da Basher on June 04, 2008, 01:05:09 PM
That's a beauty scheme, Ian! You're well on your way to creating another prize-winner!
:bow:
Brian da Basher
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: ysi_maniac on June 05, 2008, 06:24:17 AM
 :thumbsup: excelent paintjob :bow: :bow: :bow:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: ysi_maniac on June 05, 2008, 06:25:10 AM
Quote from: Radish on June 04, 2008, 07:43:21 AM
a Crusader Hurricane too. :thumbsup:

I like :wub: :wub: :wub:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: lancer on June 05, 2008, 01:57:02 PM
That is magnificent Ian. how did you do the masking?? Last time I tried something like that the blue tac almost ruined the model. Please enlightnen ne.
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Sisko on June 05, 2008, 03:04:02 PM

I bet your heart was racing as you pulled the masking off!

I know mine does.

Looks bloody amazing :wub:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: John Howling Mouse on June 05, 2008, 06:40:09 PM
So, do you go into these projects knowing how good it's going to become or is it as much a pleasant surprise to you as it is to us?

:bow:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on June 06, 2008, 05:42:52 AM
Decals on.... weathering next.

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Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on June 06, 2008, 05:52:35 AM
Quote from: lancer on June 05, 2008, 01:57:02 PM
That is magnificent Ian. how did you do the masking?? Last time I tried something like that the blue tac almost ruined the model. Please enlightnen ne.

Hey Lance, the only 'special preparation' I made was to brush-paint two coats of Klear/Future over the whole topside and left it o'night before adding the Blu-Tack.


Sisko - "I bet your heart was racing as you pulled the masking off!"

H*ll yes !


JHM - "So, do you go into these projects knowing how good it's going to become or is it as much a pleasant surprise to you as it is to us?"

They always look really great in my minds-eye. However when they're built, if thay are half-way to what I imagined, then I'm happy !

Ian


Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: nev on June 06, 2008, 06:30:58 AM
Hubba, hubba, and, er, HUBBA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


:wub: :wub: :wub: :wub:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: sotoolslinger on June 06, 2008, 11:32:48 AM
Dangit, I wish I had read that before I started painting :banghead: :banghead: :banghead:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: matrixone on June 06, 2008, 07:05:36 PM
Thats looking really good Ian! :cheers:

Matrixone
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: BlackOps on June 06, 2008, 07:13:09 PM
Ian, you have the gift! Beautiful job  :thumbsup:  Really love seeing your progress shots and the finale is always killer!  :bow:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Hotte on June 06, 2008, 08:13:15 PM
A beautiful german girl in italian style  :bow:
Super !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hotte
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Daryl J. on June 06, 2008, 09:59:54 PM
 :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Emphatically.







Daryl J.
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on June 17, 2008, 02:16:31 AM
B*gger !

Ever had one of those days ?... 'course you have. Picture the scene, scorching hot afternoon - well at least it was in sunny Merseyside - Mrs & Baby Hunter-Gatherer (now renamed Toddler-Gatherer), have gone out to the local park, all my chores are done and I'm standing in front of my 'Schwalbe' with airbrush clutched eagerly in my paw......

Time to apply the final matt varnish coat (Humbrol MattCote). Ten mins later all done. Twenty mins later, it's still shiny, another ten mins, still no change, but the varnish is dry. OK, no biggie, try again with a different bottle...... same performance/result. An hour later - after spraying some Olive Drab at a 'real world' model, and cleaning-up, one more try with a third bottle of MattCote.

Yep you guessed it - still shiny  :banghead:

I'm guessing it's something to do with pigment separation & too much thinning, but could you believe the same thing happenting three times..... Ahhh well, off to the LHS on Thursday to re-stock.

B*gger !

Ian

Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: matrixone on June 17, 2008, 06:24:34 PM
Ian,

My last model that I finished (Bf 109G-10) I used Humbrol MattCote on it and also had the same sort of trouble with it being too shiny, after a couple of times of re-spraying it did not get much better so I tried using Mr. Super Clear Flat (from a spray can) and it worked quite well.
I prefer using the Humbrol flat clear but the last bottle of the stuff I bought does not work quite as well as it once did so I won't be buying any more of it.

Matrixone
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on June 19, 2008, 06:37:28 AM
Oil wash - heavily thinned raw umber into all panel lines to give the whole a 'sepia' tone. The recesses for the control surfaces including the leading edge slats were given a wash of Paynes Grey to emphasise the shadow effect.

Oil wash on:-

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Then leave it for twenty-four hours and remove with an old t-shirt

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Still not matted down, so thought I'd post these shots in lieu. Hopefully I can get this finished over the next week. In the meantime it's on to assembling the Tamiya Marder APC for the GB.

:tank:

Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: ysi_maniac on June 19, 2008, 11:06:34 AM
Is the old T-shirt soaked in any solvent?
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on June 20, 2008, 12:55:13 PM
Tiny, and I do mean tiny amount of regular thinners. Once a patch of t-shirt gets too dirty, move on to another, otherwise you just end-up smearing/mixing the oil tones. The key is to leave the wash to settle (minimum) overnight.

Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: sotoolslinger on June 20, 2008, 04:58:01 PM
WOW and BEAUTY what a lesson :bow: :bow: Such an excellent learning experience. I will now go try to redo my last efforts..... or take up fence building ,knitting seems too complex :wub: :wub:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: John Howling Mouse on June 20, 2008, 09:03:03 PM
Well, there ya go, Ian: setting up a whole new class of excellence on the ol' What If site!    :bow:

PS: By far, the finest matte clear I've ever used is Testors Acryl Flat Clear.  Thinned just a touch with tapwater and blasted at 45 PSI from a distance.
Will take the shine off of anything and I don't think it cares what kind of enamel, paint, lacquer is underneath, either.
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: BlackOps on June 21, 2008, 08:59:35 PM
Ian, this is truly magnificent!  :wub:

Barry is right, Testors Model Master Acryl flat clear is good stuff!
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Gekko_1 on June 22, 2008, 01:07:36 AM
Your a very brave man Ian!

Great job on a very difficult camouflage scheme! :thumbsup:

:cheers:

Richard.
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on July 25, 2008, 06:04:45 PM
It's Back !

No pics yet, because, (and in no particular order):-

1: I only matted it down yesterday when ALL the children and Mama-Gatherer were sleeping (Shhhhh don't tell 'em)

2: With three minutes to go before I HAD to leave for work this evening, I was still struggling with (VERY) unco-operative lycra thread, an awkward model and some Cyano glue !

3: It's 0200 here and I'm at work !

4: I'm sure that after all this time you lot won't mind waiting till it's completely finished. I hate rushing a model that I've invested so much time and effort in, just to meet some self-imposed deadline. I've done it before and it's a sure-fire way to scr*w the project-up for absolutely no reason !

Pics to come..... patience my friends, patience.

Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Damian2 on July 26, 2008, 03:30:37 PM
Woohoo it lives!!!

D
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: Dork the kit slayer on July 27, 2008, 06:06:27 AM
mmmmmmmmmmmm.......................................havent you got some sailors to look after?? :wacko:

Thats not a bad build.....in the right light with yer eyes screwed up. :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :cheers:
Title: Using a T-shirt
Post by: sequoiaranger on July 27, 2008, 02:09:10 PM
>Then leave it [the oil wash that brings out the panel lines] for twenty-four hours and remove with an old t-shirt.

Is the old T-shirt soaked in any solvent?

Tiny, and I do mean tiny amount of regular thinners. Once a patch of t-shirt gets too dirty, move on to another, otherwise you just end-up smearing/mixing the oil tones.<

**MY** question is....do you have to take your T-shirt all the way OFF to do this?  :wacko:
Title: Re: Using a T-shirt
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on July 28, 2008, 01:33:08 AM
Quote from: sequoiaranger on July 27, 2008, 02:09:10 PM
**MY** question is....do you have to take your T-shirt all the way OFF to do this?  :wacko:

Actually I use Mrs Hunter-Gatherer's T-shirt whilst she's still wearing it...... on these occasions I dont get too much modelling done :wacko:..... Hmmmm maybe this explains the recent arrival of Baby-Gatherer :blink:

Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build
Post by: ysi_maniac on July 28, 2008, 11:26:22 AM
^^^^
This is a great idea.

BTW: the Me-262 is just perfect
:wub: :wub: :wub: :wub: :wub:
:bow: :bow: :bow: :bow: :bow:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on July 28, 2008, 01:46:57 PM
All done:

Kit: Tamiya 1:48
Paint: Tamiya aerosol acrylic, Humbrol & Xtracolour enamels
Decals: Kit & Sky Decal
Extras: None

Messerschmitt Me262-2A
79 Squadrigia, 1 Stormo, ANR
Tunis (South) Airfield
1946


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My thanks to all the really positive and encouraging comments throughout this build, really appreciate it.

Ian
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Ed S on July 28, 2008, 02:01:04 PM
That's a beauty.   :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Ed
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Sisko on July 28, 2008, 02:37:02 PM
Awesome stuff mate!!!!
:thumbsup:

I love seeing your stuff.
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: AeroplaneDriver on July 28, 2008, 03:03:55 PM
Splendiferous!!   :wub:

Mes arent normally my thing, but that is a beautiful build Ian!   :bow: :bow: :bow:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Brian da Basher on July 28, 2008, 03:10:22 PM
Yet another Hunter-Gatehrer masterpiece! The camo and markings look perfect!
:bow:
Brian da Basher
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: sotoolslinger on July 28, 2008, 03:30:59 PM
All that and a baby, excellent time management ;D
Just too cool :mellow: :bow: :bow:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: bluntie on July 28, 2008, 04:30:06 PM
YOWZER!!!  top shelf work as usual!! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Hotte on July 28, 2008, 08:13:33 PM
 :tank:

A beautyful ANR Messerschmitt !!!!!!!!!!!!
Excellent camo!

Hotte
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: BlackOps on July 28, 2008, 08:23:17 PM
A real Beauty Ian!  :thumbsup:  :wub:  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Aussie747 on July 28, 2008, 08:56:21 PM
Fantastic build Ian.  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

I like you weathering style too, very effective and seemingly simple to apply.

:cheers:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Maverick on July 28, 2008, 11:01:15 PM
Tasty Stuff Ian,

A credit to both you & Richard.

Regards,

Mav
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Mossie on July 29, 2008, 01:36:24 AM
Looks the part mate, great job! :thumbsup: :ph34r: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Weaver on July 29, 2008, 04:44:58 AM
That looks excellent - well done!  :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: nev on July 29, 2008, 06:05:20 AM
Only one word for it - Gorgeous!  :wub:  :wub:


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That right there is the money shot  :bow: :bow: :bow:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: ysi_maniac on July 29, 2008, 06:09:52 AM
Just ... Perfect :wub: :wub: :wub: :wub: :wub:
:bow: :bow: :bow: :bow: :bow:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Daryl J. on July 29, 2008, 10:21:46 PM
ZowDoggy!!!!!
 

That is great!


Daryl J.
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: HOG on July 30, 2008, 12:14:48 AM
  :wub:  :wub:  :wub:  :wub:  :wub:
:bow:  :bow:  :bow:  :bow:  :bow:
:thumbsup:  :thumbsup:  :thumbsup:  :thumbsup:  :thumbsup:
  :party:  :party:  :party:  :party:  :party:


nuff said
;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Gary on July 30, 2008, 07:35:40 AM
Yummy!
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: tanktastic43 on July 30, 2008, 03:54:28 PM
Beautiful. 'Nuff said.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Damian2 on July 31, 2008, 04:20:02 PM
 :o

I stand in both awe and envy of your fantastical skills!

You are teh l33t3st!

D
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Glenn Gilbertson on August 02, 2008, 05:06:08 AM
Absolutely magnificent - out of my league! :bow:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Eddie M. on August 02, 2008, 06:49:15 AM
A masterpiece! :mellow: This is the kind of work that inspired me as a kid to get into the hobby. :thumbsup: :cheers:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: John Howling Mouse on August 02, 2008, 07:07:09 AM
"....and the first prize in the Profiles Group Build goes to..."

And here I was, getting all fired up to begin my own Profiles GB entries today----no point now as there will be no worthy competition for you, Ian!   :o

Wow.  Gotta go back and have another looksee or three.   :bow: :thumbsup: :wub:
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: bexwh773 on August 02, 2008, 10:26:17 AM
Thats great, looks absolutely gorgeous  :thumbsup:

Bex

P.S: Gekko is a very naughty boy with his prolific profile creation  :dalek:

Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: Ian the Kiwi Herder on August 02, 2008, 12:27:32 PM
Quote from: John Howling Mouse on August 02, 2008, 07:07:09 AM
"....and the first prize in the Profiles Group Build goes to..."

And here I was, getting all fired up to begin my own Profiles GB entries today----no point now as there will be no worthy competition for you, Ian!   :o

Erm, Barry...... It's NOT in the GB, it was started waaaayyyy before, as a simple tribute to Richards' skills and efforts, the MiG and the Marder are for the GB ! - Everybody thanks so much for the very kind comments, as ever they inspire me on to the next project...... Glad you enjoyed it as much as I did.

Ian

PS - Anybody heard from Richard ?
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: bexwh773 on August 02, 2008, 12:42:04 PM
Quote from: John Howling Mouse on August 02, 2008, 07:07:09 AM
PS - Anybody heard from Richard ?

No, hes not been seen over on BM either for a while, even more so as Ive just ordered decals to build my Wyvern which he profiled for me  :bow:

Bex
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: John Howling Mouse on August 03, 2008, 09:16:47 PM
Quote from: Ian the Hunter-Gatherer on August 02, 2008, 12:27:32 PM
Quote from: John Howling Mouse on August 02, 2008, 07:07:09 AM
"....and the first prize in the Profiles Group Build goes to..."

And here I was, getting all fired up to begin my own Profiles GB entries today----no point now as there will be no worthy competition for you, Ian!   :o

Erm, Barry...... It's NOT in the GB, it was started waaaayyyy before, as a simple tribute to Richards' skills and efforts, the MiG and the Marder are for the GB ! - Everybody thanks so much for the very kind comments, as ever they inspire me on to the next project...... Glad you enjoyed it as much as I did.

Ian


Ah yes, so you promise not to do as well on your actual "entries" then????  I'm doomed, I tells ya!  Doomed!
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: SPINNERS on August 03, 2008, 10:49:19 PM
Instant Legend!
Title: Re: Gekko Tribute Build - F I N I S H E D !!
Post by: NARSES2 on August 07, 2008, 05:16:21 AM
Superb  :bow: