De Havilland DHC 2 Beaver, A95-201, RAAF Antarctic Flight, ANARE 1955.
1/72 Hobbycraft, I modified a few things, brass wire to propeller shaft, clear sprue landing light, engine cowl and added some antennae and static dischargers, finished in MM and Humbrol enamels with Future over Max and other decals.
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Craig Abrahamson said on March 1, 2017
Much, much better than my abortion of the same kit I attempted a while back – nice lookin’ Beaver (haven’t had the occasion to say THAT in quite a while…lol
Allan J Withers said on March 1, 2017
Thanks Craig, me either !
Jeff Bailey said on March 1, 2017
Allan, this is my favorite plane of this type. Your model is great! AS Craig said, “Nice lookin’ Beaver!” (insert drum rim-shot here) LoL!
Allan J Withers said on March 1, 2017
Thanks Jeffry.
Jeff Bailey said on March 2, 2017
You’re very welcome.
Robert Royes said on March 1, 2017
Another fine build!
Allan J Withers said on March 1, 2017
Thanks Robert.
Greg Kittinger said on March 1, 2017
Like it! Colorful, and the details you added gave it a nice touch.
Allan J Withers said on March 1, 2017
Thanks Greg.
Dirk Derks said on March 2, 2017
Hello Allan,
Excellent finish on this old workhorse.
Allan J Withers said on March 2, 2017
Thanks Dirk.
George Williams said on March 2, 2017
It’s interesting how some words have different meanings according to which kind of English you speak! Might make an interesting group build, jugs springs to mind…… Back to the subject, you’ve done fine job on this one, Allan, a very welcome addition to this group build I’m sure.
Allan J Withers said on March 2, 2017
Thanks George, yes English is a funny old language.
Robert Royes said on March 3, 2017
Allan, did the kit mention if the floats were an EDO product?
Allan J Withers said on March 3, 2017
Don’t be silly Robert, they don’t even give basic aircraft spec’s.
Jeff Bailey said on April 25, 2017
VERY nice, Allan!
I LOVE the Beaver, especially the floaters. Such a grand aircraft. What a workhorse! I like it so much I had to give it a re-look & comment AGAIN! Ha!
Allan J Withers said on April 26, 2017
Thanks again Jeffry, this is my third, the other two on wheels and wheels with skis.