Classic Airframes Fokker DXXI 1/48
This is the Classic Airframes 1/48 Fokker DXXI that I built in 2013. A very labor intensive bit of work it was, but I am very happy with the end result. Unfortunately I do not have any pics of the interior build progress. It was a very intricate bit of work. Camouflage masking was achieved with the use of Prestik (as we know it). I also scratch built the pitot tube as can be seen in the photos. Gun barrels were replaced with hypodermic needles. Paints used were Humbrol and also a bit of Alclad II for the cowling front, which were applied with an AirCraft Air Brush. I really enjoyed building this kit. I find a great deal of pleasure building these limited run kits of unusual planes. Hope you enjoy...
Dean this is a Masterclass effort to get the best out of this kit. Amazing job on a kit that one don't see often at competitions. Well done!;
Thanks Morne, that's great praise coming from someone as accomplished as yourself. I really enjoyed this one.
Beautiful DXXI! Excellent finish and nice subtle weathering and detailing. I'm only disappointed you didn't upload more photos of the finished product - various angles and some more close-ups! I also love the short-run unusual subject kits - I'm working up Special Hobby's 1/72 Yak-17 and AviationUSK's 1/72 Myrsky II now, and I have PM Models 1/72 version of the DXXI to tackle at some future date.
Thanks Greg.
I shall endeavour to please your need to see more of this one from more angles :-). I decided to make this one my first blog and unfortunately didn't have more pics on file. I will take a few pics this evening and upload them. Love your collection of kits :-0
Now THAT's what I'm talkin' about! Thanks for the additional pics - and even under more detailed scrutiny, still stick with my original assessment about the great work!
Thanks Greg. Different camera and lighting changed the colours somewhat though. π
Nice job on this, Dean...don't recall seeing one built before.
Thanks Craig. Much appreciated. Yes, they are. I haven't seen one either.
I went through two of these dogs to get one model. You've done an excellent job on this with a model that is more beaten into submission than assembled.
Wow Tom. TWO? You were lucky to get 2 :-). I'd like to see yours sometime. They're a bit of a challenge yes, but I kinda like fiddling with photo etch and resin. Thanks for the compliment.
Always liked the look of this aircraft, you've made it look great.
I like the look of radial engined planes Robert. Thanks, I appreciate the kind words.
Dean, beautiful job on a neat little airplane. First one I've seen built.
Thanks Bernard I appreciate that. I just had to build it when I acquired it.
Fantastic build ! You don't see many of these built... (In fact this is my first one.) I have the same kit but have only looked at it. Now you have me thinking... Great work Sir !
Thanks Louis. GO FOR IT! That's all I can say. If you like limited run multimedia kits that need a bit of work, like I do, you'll enjoy this one π
Oh, and please blog your progress if you do. I unfortunately have no progress pics of the cockpit π
Love this A/C, great job on that.
Thanks Bill. I'll be adding a few more views of it later.
Looks great, I have never built a CA kit, but I have heard the stories! This aircraft has always been one of my favorites, you did a great job!
Thanking you kindly Rob π
The result was worth the effort, looks fantastic !
I find the end result usually justifies hanging in there Bernd. Thanks π