wdedig Posted August 21, 2022 Report Share Posted August 21, 2022 Here is my version of the Valom B-45 in 1/72. Out of box and a great set of canopy masks from Hannants. "North-American B-45A/B-45C Tornado kabuki masks all windows and clear parts, wheels, antiglare shields (designed to be used with Valom VAL72120 and VAL72121 kits) Manufacturer:..New Ware" Unbelievable time saver ....PS Dust is photography, not model. Caracal decal and they were fantastic. Alclad over Tamiya Gloss Black. Natural metal over-coated with Alclad Aqua Gloss. This gloss is not happy with Solvaset residue. All decals must be wiped down before final coat of Aqua Gloss. This kit is a bit of a modeling challenge for seams and fit in many places. O well as our friends in Britain say "Couple swipes with a sanding stick ". Forgot to mention I did add bit of riveting to enhance overall surface panels. Happy Birthday USAF and Thanks for Looking Comments always welcome Regards Bill D. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghodges Posted August 21, 2022 Report Share Posted August 21, 2022 Love it! I'm sure more than a "couple swipes with a sanding stick" was involved to get that level of NMF, so congrats on your perseverance. Very cool subject of a very under appreciated Cold War/Korean War aircraft! Gil 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Deliduka Posted August 24, 2022 Report Share Posted August 24, 2022 Wow! How sweet is that? Stunning work man! I would love to have one of those in my collection. You did a sensational job on that metal finish! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johneaton Posted August 25, 2022 Report Share Posted August 25, 2022 Lovely! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShutterAce Posted August 25, 2022 Report Share Posted August 25, 2022 Shiny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdedig Posted August 25, 2022 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2022 Thanks All Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRealMrEd Posted September 8, 2022 Report Share Posted September 8, 2022 Very nice job on this. It is interesting to see that other than much clearer clear parts, and undoubtedly fewer attachment points to chop off, the Valom kit really builds up about the same as the old Mach2 kit. But, your excellent finish and clean workmanship show this kit off to a great advantage. Ed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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