yes! finally a video where you show us a more complete approach to modifying a kit rather than a single technique, even though they are very helpful too, no doubt about that
It wouldn't make any sense to start here without a more complete explanation of each step to refer back too. There is a method to the madness ... it's that some people have trouble seeing it ... wax on wax off ...
im always blow my mind when modellers build planes especially WWII era. but this, this make me blow awaaay my brain and jaw dropping :D the attention of detail.. the explanation of detail.. very awesome would you build some an armour vehicle likes tank WW II era too? :)
Hi Paul. Instead of using basswood, have you tried using Sintra (PVC sheet board) instead? It works a lot like soft wood, but is plastic, so you are creating shapes from similar materials. It's also lighter than wood. It is very slightly porous, so you still need to seal it with super glue, although ZAP thin does the job well and hardens the surface.
Hey Paul. Greetings from Havana-Cuba. I've watched almost all your videos and I found them highly educational and an inspiration. I like doing scratch building to in my models, to try to improve details and save a few bucks on aftermarkets. I just bought the old 1996 Academy 1/48 Spitfire MkXIVc and what i've learn by watching your videos, i'll try to fix that kit shape problems and afterwards create a mold for reproducing it and make it available for fellow modellers. To start with the project i need to find a good set of blueprints of the MkXIVc. Could you give me some pointers on were i can find it. I've searched the net and i've found several, but i don't know which would be more accurate. Thank you very much👍
The issue of a manufacturer (or hobbyist) getting complex curves correct came up again in this video. You would think that 3D scanning would be the ultimate solution (assuming you can get access to a prototype) but have not heard much about 3D scanning lately. Is this technology useful/being used or was it just hype? Great video as usual.
3D scanning is not perfect. It all depends on the CAD draftsman who at the minimum needs to know what he is modelling/refining. Or else you get wrong prop orientation, panel lines that were in fact shadows etc.
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You really are a master craftsman. No other way to put it.
Thank you Jay!
waaaayyyyy beyond my skill set. but I still love these videos. some day, I hope to get my skills to this level.
Wow as you described the flows its very good to see and realize this. Thanks for sharing
You are very inspiring mate all the best from the home of the spitfire Great Britain!!!
yes! finally a video where you show us a more complete approach to modifying a kit rather than a single technique, even though they are very helpful too, no doubt about that
It wouldn't make any sense to start here without a more complete explanation of each step to refer back too. There is a method to the madness ... it's that some people have trouble seeing it ... wax on wax off ...
@@scale-model-workshop yeah, without solid basis everyone has problems understanding what's going on, not just in model building
I could watch your videos for hours. Informative and relaxing.
In fact I only have one complaint - they are too short :)
Watching one of your videos is always a wonderful experience. It's like listening to J. S. Bach's Well-Tempered Piano! 😀
Great vid Doc. Looks like you’re making a silk purse out of a sow’s ear.
Great build Note when scribing the hatch behind the cockpit its not on the port side it’s on the starboard side slightly further back
Thanks Keith ....I assumed it was the same as the V and IX, and XII. I certainly lay no claims at being a Spitfire aficionado.
Cannot wait for a new video from you...
Some very good ideas. Well produced as always, thanks.
Amazing conversion.
Excellent work & very well demonstrated. 👍🏻🇦🇺
Amazing work!
Excellent video Paul thanks 👍
Very nicely done, Paul!
Good Bless master, and thank's for the tip to modify this spit
complex build .... Your work appeals not only to professionals, colleagues who admire your consistent approach, but also to non-professionals,
Again very helpful. thanks Paul!
Highest quality as usual!
im always blow my mind when modellers build planes especially WWII era. but this, this make me blow awaaay my brain and jaw dropping :D
the attention of detail..
the explanation of detail..
very awesome
would you build some an armour vehicle likes tank WW II era too? :)
Another top notch video...thanks a lot!
Great , as usual.
Hooray for slide rules.
Awesome thanks for sharing mate till next time have a good one
Nice mod mate.Excellent😎👍!
Spoiler alert: In episode five he just builds a fully functioning 1:1 scale spit that flies... :)
Hi Paul. Instead of using basswood, have you tried using Sintra (PVC sheet board) instead? It works a lot like soft wood, but is plastic, so you are creating shapes from similar materials. It's also lighter than wood. It is very slightly porous, so you still need to seal it with super glue, although ZAP thin does the job well and hardens the surface.
Excellent!
💗👍
So good. I suspect it's less work than cross-kitting as well!
Yes, especially because there are less alignment issues.
awesome eye for detail you have, sir; might I be able to email with an airbrush question or would it be OK to ask here? Thanks.
Hey Paul. Greetings from Havana-Cuba. I've watched almost all your videos and I found them highly educational and an inspiration. I like doing scratch building to in my models, to try to improve details and save a few bucks on aftermarkets. I just bought the old 1996 Academy 1/48 Spitfire MkXIVc and what i've learn by watching your videos, i'll try to fix that kit shape problems and afterwards create a mold for reproducing it and make it available for fellow modellers. To start with the project i need to find a good set of blueprints of the MkXIVc. Could you give me some pointers on were i can find it. I've searched the net and i've found several, but i don't know which would be more accurate. Thank you very much👍
Great job! ;)
The issue of a manufacturer (or hobbyist) getting complex curves correct came up again in this video. You would think that 3D scanning would be the ultimate solution (assuming you can get access to a prototype) but have not heard much about 3D scanning lately. Is this technology useful/being used or was it just hype? Great video as usual.
3D scanning is not perfect. It all depends on the CAD draftsman who at the minimum needs to know what he is modelling/refining. Or else you get wrong prop orientation, panel lines that were in fact shadows etc.
Is there a book about every Spitfire Version that existed ?
Wow the early is better
Airfix models are so low quality i font understand why people still buy them
Because if you are ready to work at them, they can turn out nice. Just don't expect Tamiya quality.
Their P-51 kit is actually very nice.