The Duke Finishes Two Aircraft in November

[dukemaddog]

Over the two weeks before Thanksgiving, I was able to complete two aircraft. They're not done, but they are done. There are a couple parts missing or things not done that I can't fix, so until I find replacements or figure out what to do, they are being declared done.

First is this RPM 1/72 scale Russian Be-4 float plane used on Russian cruisers and battleships in WWII. It is an odd little bird and this was a very short run kit, but it is finished:







I had to raise the center pylon which lead to me lengthening the support braces and so I should also have lengthened the outrigger pontoons. I probably will someday, but for now, it is being supported in these pics with a pair of tweezers.

Next up is a Hasegawa 1/72 scale Spitfire Mk.VIII. I lost one of the wing guns, and the tip off the other, but everything else is complete. Therefore I'm calling this done rather than leave it on the Shelf of Doom because of a couple parts. Also, I only got one shot of this, all other attempts to shoot more ground-eye-view pics failed so here it is:



That's all I have for now, Now to go post my finished armor for this month. Thank you all for looking in, comments are welcome.

[TJ]

They both look really good. I like the red hubs on the Spit

[stikpusher]

Nice pair here Mark! No more photos of the Spit?

[dukemaddog]

Thank you TJ!

Thank you Carlos! I tried getting more pics of the Spit, but for some reason; my camera could not focus on all my 'eye-level' shots that I attempted. I will do some more experimenting later. In fact, the guy who sent me that model will be sending me replacement barrels so when they arrive, I'll fix this bird and try again with all new photos.

[406 Silverado]

I like these both but I have a thing for float planes and that Be-4 looks GREAT!! Sorry to hear about the missing parts but that's still a good wrap up on this duo Mark (dukemaddog)!

[Joe Rix]

Very nicely done Mark. The Be-4 is certainly a unique subject.

[dukemaddog]

Thank you Silverado Joe! I never got any notice you replied. I am happy with that float plane too. I have a few others I'm trying to get to as well.

Thank you Joe Rix!I agree, I don't know who many others might have that in their collection, but they can't be many!

[handiabled]

Love the Spitfire! The Be-4 isn't a build I have seen before but it looks great!

[Tojo72]

Excellent job on Spit's camo,especially on 1/72

[dukemaddog]

Thank you Handi! The Be-4 is a unique kit indeed, very short run form an Eastern European company. It;s great having it in my collection.

Thank you Tony! Silly Putty is a wonderful tool!