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albymoore

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  1. Love the weathering on this. It looks like it's earned its keep and still keeps on going. Cheers, Albert
  2. Thank you, Mark, Lawrence, and Peter, I appreciate the kind comments! Cheers, Albert
  3. Wow, what a beast of a model! Your B-24 looks awesome, Gil! The finish is especially impressive. Cheers, Albert
  4. Thank you, Chris! I appreciate the kind words. Cheers, Albert
  5. Loving all the extra detailing that is going into this build. Cheers, Albert
  6. This is Hasegawa's old-tool F-15C (kit C6) built as an IDF/AF Improved Baz F-15A. While superseded by the much superior newer tool F-15 kit of the same company, this kit still builds into a decent shelf model with a little TLC. Some of the parts on this build came from the new tool kit (ejection seat, fuel tanks, NLG wheel, pitot tubes and other odd & ends) that were left-overs from a botched attempt at another IDF F-15. Other improvements that were made include removing the ailerons and horizontal stabilators and repositioning them, and adding AOA probes made from sharpened floral wire. The Python IV missiles on the outboard rails were scratchbuilt from styrene rod and sheet, while the rest of the ordnance came with the kit. The model was painted in the standard IDF/AF F-15 Ghost Gray scheme with Model Master acrylics. For the markings, I used Sky's Decals F-15 Baz/Improved Baz decal set. This set covers most F-15A through D models in IDF/AF service. I chose (improved) Baz number 695 'The Star' of the Twin Tails Squadron. This Baz is credited with four air-to-air kills (as noted on the avionics access door). The stencils and other common data markings came from the kit decal sheet. The weapon markings were also applied at this time. The decals were left to dry overnight, then the model was wiped down to remove excess decal adhesive and setting solution the next morning. I sprayed Model Master Acryl clear flat for a nice, dull finish. Thanks for looking. Cheers, Albert
  7. Waylon Jennings "Shine" comes to mind. Very nice work on that NMF, Gil. Cheers, Albert
  8. Very nice! Love the lighted console. 😮 Cheers, Albert
  9. Thank you, Carlos and James! Definitely one of the biggest ironies in military history- the first fighter plane of the newly formed air arm of the Jewish State would be one of German design. Cheers, Albert
  10. Love the SLUF. I'll be following along. 🙂 Cheers, Albert
  11. My take on the Revell 1/25 scale 1930 Ford Model A coupe. The finish was achieved by drybrushing Model Master metalizers over a gray primer (in multiple sessions to build up the finish). The tarnished look was done with copper Rub-N-Buff, applied with a sponge. A wash completed the effect. Thanks for looking. Cheers, Albert
  12. Thanks again for the kudos, Mark. The large roundels on F-16A #264 signify an aircraft designated for dissimilar air combat training. The IAF didn't have a dedicated aggressor squadron at the time, so the large roundels were applied to signify the bad guys. (some A-4Ns also sported the large roundels). This particular jet also carried the IAF 50th Anniversary fin flash on the port side of the vertical stabilizer; Cheers, Albert
  13. Thank you, Michael. The front bumper was made from a scrap section of balsa wood. It was weathered, then photoetched bolt heads added to make it look like it was bolted to the frame. Cheers, Albert
  14. Hi All, Here is my version of MPC's 1/25th 1978 Dodge D100. I built it as a Northern Michigan beater that's still earning her keep as firewood hauler. Craft paints were used for the main colors, which was applied over Vallejo rust paints. Chipping was achieved with the salt technique as well as sanding through the paint. Toothpicks and needles were used to simulate finer scratches. Woodland Scenics driftwood logs cut into smaller sections make up the load of firewood. Thank you for looking. Cheers, Albert
  15. A subject near and dear to my heart (F-16s and Michigan ANG subjects in one post). 🙂 Cheers, Albert
  16. Thank you, Mark! Cheers, Albert
  17. Hi All, This is my 1/72 scale Kovozávody Prostějov Avia S-199 'Sakin. I added an AML resin centerline bomb rack with bombs, the rest is from the box. The finish is Revell Bronze Green enamel, and the decals are from Sky's Decals. Thanks for looking. Cheers, Albert.
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