Hello,
this is my 1/48 scale Tamiya P-51D in USAF markings from the Korean war. I have
always wanted to build a mustang and this is my first. This kit goes together
really well and the construction was very straightforward. The level of detail
is very good and the model was built OOB except for some PE seat harnesses from
my spares box.
I painted the model with Humbrol metalcote polished aluminium, and to darken
some of the panels I mixed in a little gunmetal to the aluminium. I liked the
effect and thought it worked well. The only drawback to panel shading is the
amount of masking I have to do!
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Once the paint
was on and allowed to dry over 24hrs I applied two coats of clear gloss and left
the model to dry for another 24hrs. The decals used were from the box and were
very good quality. A small amount of micro-sol was applied to some of the decals
to help them settle onto the surface. I glossed the model again and when dry, I
added a wash of black water colour paint to highlight the rivets and panel
lines. I weathered the model by airbrushing some smoke stains around the engine
and over the wings. Stretched sprue was used for the antenne wire and the
completed model was mounted onto a varnished display base.
This model was
a real pleasure to build and I would recommend it to anyone. I only have one
problem with it and that's the weathering I did. To me it looks a bit over done,
but apart from that I'm pleased with the end result. I hope you enjoy it too.
Darren
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