1/48 Pro Modeler F-86D

Gallery Article by Robert Ferrero

 

F-86D using Two Bobs "National's 2001" decals

This is The Pro Modeler North American F-86D Sabre Dog.  The kit was built OTB using the Twobobs Aviation Graphics IPMS/USA National Convention Decal Sheet.  The Twobobs sheet presents the modeler with a colorful option to dress the subject in the markings of the 42nd Fighter Interceptor Squadron stationed at O'Hare International Airport.

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Metal replication was achieved using an SnJ basecoat, a mix of Alclads, and MM Metalizers.

Eduard 1950's seatbelts were added to the seat for effect.  I chose to leave the brakes in the closed position based on the majority of my reference photos which showed them closed on the ground.

This Promodeler 1/48 subject was well worth the wait.

Robert Ferrero

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Photos and text © by Robert Ferrero