1/72 Super Model Cant Z 506
This is another old one from the stash. While several versions can be built from this kit, I tried to choose what I thought was the most colorful. I enjoyed the build, and thought the little research I did, most interesting. It was a very successful design, and carried on until 1959 in it's ASR role, and used by several countries.
I first primed the model, then painted the wings with a Krylon red. When thoroughly dry, I masked off the red with Scotch brand Washi tape. (this stuff is wonderful) I had virtually no runs or bleed, through this tape. I hand painted the tail. The silver, except the cowls, was a Ford Metallic Silver automotive paint, I found on closeout, and thought I'd give a try. The cowls received a separate treatment, as per a few of the photos I'd seen. While the props look unpainted, they are actually to the version I was trying to copy.
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Jaime Carreon said on March 14, 2017
That is gorgeous, Joe. Beautiful paint job!
Paul Wilsford said on March 14, 2017
Beautiful, Joe.
Bernard E. Hackett, Jr. said on March 14, 2017
Joe, not an easy kit to build, as I recall. Chunky and klunky, though nice to have it. Nicely done, pretty seaplane. Whose paint? Modeling or actual auto paint?
Joe Caputo said on March 14, 2017
Thanks guys. Bernard, it was actual auto touch-up paint. $2 per rattle can on close out at "Ollies". I like playing with different "over the counter" paints, and mixing my own. This was straight from the can. The GM "gray metallic" was a lot darker, almost gunmetal or pewter.
George Williams said on March 14, 2017
Great colour scheme, Joe, really suits it.
Craig Abrahamson said on March 14, 2017
Nicely done, Joe...very eye-catching scheme.
Allan J Withers said on March 14, 2017
Striking paint scheme Joe, nicely done.
Tom Bebout said on March 15, 2017
Very nice Joe, striking color scheme.
David Mills said on March 15, 2017
Love to see these Italian Triples Joe, flying boats particularly. Nice work.
Simon Whitney said on March 15, 2017
Another fine build there Joe.
I like the paint scheme.
Terry Schuler said on March 15, 2017
Joe, I'm somewhat in ahh, over the type of paint you used too obtained these kind of results. Great work, especially with the paint work. This looks really nice.
Greg Kittinger said on March 15, 2017
Very nice! I've got this same kit in the stash - wouldn't have thought to do this scheme but it is very colorful. Well done.
Robert Royes said on March 15, 2017
Excellent! Krylon and Washi tape? thanks for the tip.
Bernd Müller said on March 16, 2017
A rare but very welcome sight, especially in this flawless and colorful finish.
Well done !
Erich Goldbach said on March 16, 2017
Joe, Excellent and unique looking model!-thanks for posting it.
Dirk Derks said on March 18, 2017
Job well done.
Anymore info on this particular plane?
Regards, Dirk / The Netherlands.
Joe Caputo said on March 18, 2017
http://www.alieuomini.it/AJAX/catalogo/dettaglio2_catalogo/20/
Joe Caputo said on March 18, 2017
Dirk, Google was my best friend. More info on there than you can use.