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CDW got a reaction from popeye the sailor in F-104C Starfighter "Blue Jay Four" by Egilman - Minicraft/Hasegawa - 1/32nd Scale - PLASTIC
I've got a project coming up soon that will display a full tank interior.
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CDW got a reaction from popeye the sailor in F-104C Starfighter "Blue Jay Four" by Egilman - Minicraft/Hasegawa - 1/32nd Scale - PLASTIC
Your efforts paid off. Beautiful cockpit.
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CDW got a reaction from popeye the sailor in MRAP ATV by CDW - FINISHED - Rye Field - 1:35 Scale
There is no forgetting, the airline will provide one if a passenger shows up without it. It must be worn during the flight.
Wouldn't help me too much unless I shaved my beard.
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CDW got a reaction from popeye the sailor in MRAP ATV by CDW - FINISHED - Rye Field - 1:35 Scale
This will be my last installment for the next week or more. Flying to New Hampshire tomorrow.
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CDW got a reaction from GrandpaPhil in MRAP ATV by CDW - FINISHED - Rye Field - 1:35 Scale
Wheels and tires have been mounted and balanced (okay, just kidding about the balance 🙂).
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CDW reacted to Canute in MRAP ATV by CDW - FINISHED - Rye Field - 1:35 Scale
Safe journey. Hope the weather is good to you.
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CDW got a reaction from Landlubber Mike in Fokker Dr.I by popeye the sailor - FINISHED - Roden - 1:32 scale - PLASTIC
What surprised me was how poorly trained and prepared the pilots were in almost every way. Wealthier pilots who paid to learn to fly as civilians were some of the best prepared, but even then, there were so many things working against them: the planes were fabric, wood and dope covered. As such, they were extremely prone to burning. Pilots would sometimes shoot themselves rather than burn to death when their aircraft either caught fire in combat or for other reasons. It is said that many rookie pilots simply got lost/disoriented in flight and never returned from their very first mission. Still others were ejected from the cockpits due to no seat belts or inadequate seat belts. Then there was a big learning curve in developing winning air combat strategies by the generals in charge. Just a myriad of problems really.
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CDW got a reaction from mtaylor in MRAP ATV by CDW - FINISHED - Rye Field - 1:35 Scale
There is no forgetting, the airline will provide one if a passenger shows up without it. It must be worn during the flight.
Wouldn't help me too much unless I shaved my beard.
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CDW got a reaction from mtaylor in MRAP ATV by CDW - FINISHED - Rye Field - 1:35 Scale
This will be my last installment for the next week or more. Flying to New Hampshire tomorrow.
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CDW got a reaction from popeye the sailor in MRAP ATV by CDW - FINISHED - Rye Field - 1:35 Scale
Wheels and tires have been mounted and balanced (okay, just kidding about the balance 🙂).
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CDW got a reaction from mtaylor in F-104C Starfighter "Blue Jay Four" by Egilman - Minicraft/Hasegawa - 1/32nd Scale - PLASTIC
I've got a project coming up soon that will display a full tank interior.
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CDW got a reaction from mtaylor in F-104C Starfighter "Blue Jay Four" by Egilman - Minicraft/Hasegawa - 1/32nd Scale - PLASTIC
Your efforts paid off. Beautiful cockpit.
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CDW got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Fokker Dr.I by popeye the sailor - FINISHED - Roden - 1:32 scale - PLASTIC
What surprised me was how poorly trained and prepared the pilots were in almost every way. Wealthier pilots who paid to learn to fly as civilians were some of the best prepared, but even then, there were so many things working against them: the planes were fabric, wood and dope covered. As such, they were extremely prone to burning. Pilots would sometimes shoot themselves rather than burn to death when their aircraft either caught fire in combat or for other reasons. It is said that many rookie pilots simply got lost/disoriented in flight and never returned from their very first mission. Still others were ejected from the cockpits due to no seat belts or inadequate seat belts. Then there was a big learning curve in developing winning air combat strategies by the generals in charge. Just a myriad of problems really.
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CDW got a reaction from mtaylor in Fokker Dr.I by popeye the sailor - FINISHED - Roden - 1:32 scale - PLASTIC
I've been reading a book by James Hamilton Paterson, Marked for Death. The book chronicles the first air war during World War 1. After reading the book, it gives the reader a broader view of what the pilots went through in the war and shines a light on the average airman and hardships they endured. Really tough stuff.
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CDW got a reaction from mtaylor in Fokker Dr.I by popeye the sailor - FINISHED - Roden - 1:32 scale - PLASTIC
Shaping up very nicely Denis. She's almost ready for the hunt.
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CDW got a reaction from Edwardkenway in Fokker Dr.I by popeye the sailor - FINISHED - Roden - 1:32 scale - PLASTIC
What surprised me was how poorly trained and prepared the pilots were in almost every way. Wealthier pilots who paid to learn to fly as civilians were some of the best prepared, but even then, there were so many things working against them: the planes were fabric, wood and dope covered. As such, they were extremely prone to burning. Pilots would sometimes shoot themselves rather than burn to death when their aircraft either caught fire in combat or for other reasons. It is said that many rookie pilots simply got lost/disoriented in flight and never returned from their very first mission. Still others were ejected from the cockpits due to no seat belts or inadequate seat belts. Then there was a big learning curve in developing winning air combat strategies by the generals in charge. Just a myriad of problems really.
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CDW reacted to Javlin in F-16c 35th FW Misawa "803" by Javlin -Tamya - 1/48 - PLASTIC
I made the rest of the stencils for the aircraft pretty easy.The son just refuses to get back with me about the pilots name maybe tomorrow night he will have the info when we skype for Now their is a new commander of the plane!!That should get him a laugh esp since it no longer his plane he has been outfitted to a support role.My son and I I use to play alot of games back in the day together and as opposites "Call of Duty" being one and we went with the name javlin alot "point of the spear" I told him.I have painted all the munitions and pods black base then neutral grey not quite as spotty since these pieces probably are better taken care of and stay boxed up.The munitions will take a bit of time for the stencils are few on some of them.The little F84 is for fun wish I would of left it chrome though looked cooler all polished but it shall suffice.
This being my week off figured I run to "The Hub" in New Orleans today pic up some supplies many paints but hey you can't leave without some kits in your possession 1/48 Hase F4J- Phantom ,1/32 Revell Bu-131(not in stash anywhere odd) and 1/72 Do-17 read a review it was a very Nice kit! Kevin
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CDW reacted to Tony Hunt in Fokker Dr.I by popeye the sailor - FINISHED - Roden - 1:32 scale - PLASTIC
I just read it too! Fascinating, and highly recommended. I really enjoy the clear-eyed, objective and dispassionate lens that some modern historians are bringing to these subjects, leaving out all the romanticism, jingoism etc. The books written by James Holland on WW2 are equally good.
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CDW got a reaction from Canute in Fokker Dr.I by popeye the sailor - FINISHED - Roden - 1:32 scale - PLASTIC
I've been reading a book by James Hamilton Paterson, Marked for Death. The book chronicles the first air war during World War 1. After reading the book, it gives the reader a broader view of what the pilots went through in the war and shines a light on the average airman and hardships they endured. Really tough stuff.
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CDW reacted to Jack12477 in Fokker Dr.I by popeye the sailor - FINISHED - Roden - 1:32 scale - PLASTIC
Growing up in the 50s we had a neighbor across the street who had flown with the La Fayette Escadrile in WW1 France. We asked him how they learned to fly back then. He said after hours of classroom instruction on flying techniques they put you in a single seat biplane and had you take off solo and fly around. If you landed without crashing, they gave you your pilot's wings.
At the time we knew him he was a pilot for one of the major airlines and his son commanded the USAF Thunderbirds flying team.
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CDW reacted to Jack12477 in MRAP ATV by CDW - FINISHED - Rye Field - 1:35 Scale
Actually a Scot Air Pack might be safer ! 😉
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CDW reacted to lmagna in MRAP ATV by CDW - FINISHED - Rye Field - 1:35 Scale
Have a good time Craig, hope you find all of the family doing OK. Don't forget your mask for the flying sardine can part of the trip!☠️
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CDW reacted to Edwardkenway in MRAP ATV by CDW - FINISHED - Rye Field - 1:35 Scale
Have a safe journey and a great time with your family.
Chassis looks superb.
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CDW reacted to Old Collingwood in MRAP ATV by CDW - FINISHED - Rye Field - 1:35 Scale
Have a safe journey Craig.
OC.
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CDW got a reaction from Tony Hunt in Fokker Dr.I by popeye the sailor - FINISHED - Roden - 1:32 scale - PLASTIC
I've been reading a book by James Hamilton Paterson, Marked for Death. The book chronicles the first air war during World War 1. After reading the book, it gives the reader a broader view of what the pilots went through in the war and shines a light on the average airman and hardships they endured. Really tough stuff.
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