P-47N

[Ian the Kiwi Herder]

Been far too cold to work in the garage around here for the last week or so, today though the sun is out and it's warmed-up a little. But today, Caroline is working late and I'm on kiddie duties.... One day, I'll get back to it.... one day  

Ian

[Ian the Kiwi Herder]

And off we go....









Didn't bother with a step-by-step session for the cockpit. Just sprayed it 'dull dark green' (the correct colour for late war P-47's). Then painted and dry-brushed the details as appropriate. Only addition in here is a set of Eduard etched belts.









Took just a couple of sessions to build it. Went together without any issues to speak of, a little filler here and there and that was it. I've already 'dipped' the canopy and windshield in Kleer/Future so they're ready for masking and sticking in place. Once that's done I'll coat the whole in Tamiya acrylic glossy black (straight from the rattle-can), in preparation for the Alclad lacquers.

As ever thanks for taking the time to look, and I'll do my best to answer any questions, comments or criticism.

AFN

Ian

[sturmvogel]

Looking good so far! Will there be one in the blue/tan camo used on IAF Mustangs?

[Daryl J.]

 

[Ian the Kiwi Herder]

All construction, filling, sanding done now. Canopies masked and in-place. Will commence the rattle-can assault tomorrow morning... probably !!

Ian

[philp]

Looking forward to seeing this one finished off.

[tc2324]

You can`t beat a good old Thud whif... 

[Ian the Kiwi Herder]

Assaulted with Tamiya acrylic glossy black - no airbrush, just an aerosol and a LOT of ventilation !!













AFN, next.... Alcald !!

Ian

[Mossie]

Shiny!

[JayBee]

It's Ezer Wiesman's famous black P-47. 

[FAR148]

Ian,
Make sure the gloss black is fully cured and totally dry before starting your NMF.

Keep up the great work!
Steven L

[Ian the Kiwi Herder]

It's Ezer Wiesman's famous black P-47. 

I did consider it, Jim.... but that won't surprise anyone !! 

Ian

[Ian the Kiwi Herder]

Ian,
Make sure the gloss black is fully cured and totally dry before starting your NMF.

Keep up the great work!
Steven L

Absolutely, Steven. I've had Alclad 'issues' once or twice before because of my own impatience. Thing is, it's winter here and I know from experience that Alclad doesn't like cold temperatures at all, so when I do spray it will need to be at least 15deg with the door open in my garage.

Whilst I'm waiting for that 15deg, the base-coat will be happily drying/curing in the background !!

Ian

[perttime]

The P-47 hasn't been a favorite of mine --- but I might still change my mind 

[NARSES2]

Ian it looks stunning just in it's base coat