1/48 Nichimo Ki-51 Sonia
This is the 40 year-old Nichimo Sonia kit just finished a couple weeks ago. This kit was way ahead of its time with its quality and detail. Hope you enjoy the pics!
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Erik Wade Whipple said on December 2, 2012
Very sharp build, Kevin. That's a beautiful scheme, too. Did you use the kit decals or are they aftermarket?
Kevin Thompson said on December 2, 2012
Thank you. The "07" tail markings were the only kit decals used. Two coats of Glosscote over them first before they were dipped in water. They would have cracked in a million pieces otherwise. The hinomarus are from an AeroMaster sheet.
Tom Cleaver said on December 3, 2012
Just saw this model in person this past Saturday, and it's a really superb realization of that old kit, which really was "ahead of its time."
Gary Brantley said on December 3, 2012
Wow! Nice work on a Japanese plane one doesn't see all the time.
Gary