Pilatus PC 6 1/32 Scale Scratchbuild ” COMPLETED”
Well its time to post, I started with the build on the 13 July 2017, with a roll of plastic card, good intentions and highly motivated. What I wanted to do was build the PC 6 as accurate as possible, in a few instances I have got it right, and there are a few things that I would change if I built it again. Everything was scratch built……………I have just gone through all the progress pictures, and I do believe that if you put your mind to something, you can achieve it.
Needless to say it was the most challenging build I have ever done, and would gladly do again. I have learned so much, tried new things, re built parts more than 5 to 6 times ( The wings were built twice). Been so frustrated that I vowed that this would be the last model I ever build, considered taking up needle point as a new hobby or just become a couch potato instead.
It has been fun posting the progress and getting all the encouragement from you guy’s and that has been the motivation to complete the model as I am sure that you have been waiting for some progress. Thanks to all of you for your kind comments and encouragement. This is an amazing site to be a part of with fantastic people that are interested in this hobby.
I hope I have done the build justice with the pictures I have taken with my Daughter.
Now for the next one…………….
Hope you Enjoy.
Marc
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Carmelo Rodrigo said on November 9, 2017
I’m speechless, I followed all the post of step by step and it has great merit.
Great job
Marc Barris said on November 9, 2017
Thank you for your kind comment Carmelo.
Site Administrator said on November 9, 2017
Wow. Just wow!
Marc Barris said on November 9, 2017
That’s exactly what I thought when I was thinking about starting this project, thank you.
Editor said on November 9, 2017
Oops, I happened to post the comment using Site Admin account, adding this so that you’d know the poster 🙂
Marc Barris said on November 10, 2017
Thanks Martin for you comment, I had a vision of someone sitting in a dark room behind a computer screen.
Morne Meyer said on November 9, 2017
ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!!!!! you already have my vote for an award at Nationals next year!!
Marc Barris said on November 9, 2017
My Chom……….Dankie
Pedro L. Rocha said on November 9, 2017
I don’t believe this is a scratch built model, c’mon…seriously?,
It’s a fantastic looking bird, with presume attention to details coupled with a very colourful paint scheme. Just awesome. Wish I could do something a 10th as good in scratch
Marc Barris said on November 9, 2017
Yip, scratch build from front to end, thank you for your kind comment.
Tom Bebout said on November 9, 2017
Excellent work Marc, I have always admired anyone that builds a model from scratch. I think your result was worth the effort and speaks for itself.
Marc Barris said on November 9, 2017
Thank you Tom
Hans Wilhelm Fischer said on November 9, 2017
Superb work! Nothing to add.
Marc Barris said on November 9, 2017
Thank you Hans
John Healy said on November 9, 2017
That’s outstanding, Marc! You have true talent. I’m most impressed by scratchbuilders and high end ship modelers.
Marc Barris said on November 9, 2017
Thank you John
Craig Abrahamson said on November 9, 2017
I can but only concur with the masses, sir….well done indeed.
Marc Barris said on November 9, 2017
Thanks a Mil Craig.
Bernard E. Hackett, Jr. said on November 9, 2017
Marc, masterpiece!
Marc Barris said on November 9, 2017
Thank you for you kind comment Bernard.
Jeff Bailey said on November 9, 2017
Marc, you’re braver … and a more talented builder than I ! This is absolutely stunning. If you need any more motivation for another project, it starts here !
Marc Barris said on November 9, 2017
Don’t know about brave Jeff, you were in Desert Storm,maybe I am just Stupid, or just a s****r for punishment, or both. Thanks for the comment though.
Robert Royes said on November 9, 2017
True craftsmanship on display !!
Marc Barris said on November 10, 2017
Thank you Robert.
Paul Wilsford said on November 9, 2017
This kind of build leaves one speechless. You have definitely left me gob smacked. Please do another but this time do it like a work in progress. That would be something worth to see and enjoyable as well.
Cheers.
Marc Barris said on November 10, 2017
Hi Paul, I will do that on the next build, I think the next build will be the Baron or a Pilatus PC 21.
Greg Kittinger said on November 9, 2017
put those needles down and back away slowly…slowly…
There! Now get to work on the next build!!
Marc – just fantastic – I’ve been waiting to see this finally posted. Excellent details (did you really scratchbuild the headset too?), all the way down to rust staining streaming off individual bolts. Kudos my friend!
PS. What did you decide for the next project…?
Marc Barris said on November 10, 2017
Thank you Greg, jip, the head sets are David Clark, and they were scratch built. I am looking at building a Beech Craft Baron or the Pilatus PC 21 trainer next, deciding. I am off to the Congo again tomorrow, while I am there I will look at some reference for both and hopefully make the decision. Thanks for your comment.
Tom Cleaver said on November 9, 2017
There’s no getting around the fact that’s an airplane that’s so ugly only its mother could love it.
Really amazing work. I followed your posts and am definitely impressed.
Marc Barris said on November 10, 2017
Thank you for your kind comment Tom.
Roberto Lúcio - Boblucio said on November 9, 2017
Very Impressive. Really a very inspiring work for all modellers.
Thanks for sharing.
Marc Barris said on November 10, 2017
Thank you Roberto, The people on this site inspire me to build better models, thank you for your comment.
David A. Thomas said on November 9, 2017
Superb
Marc Barris said on November 10, 2017
Thank you David
Gary Brantley said on November 9, 2017
Oh my goodness! So fine it’s shocking, a level of skill I can’t imagine. What a model Marc! You must be so proud and so glad you “endeavored to persevere”. Hand’s down winner here…:)
Marc Barris said on November 10, 2017
Hey Gary, It was a difficult build, but I had so much fun doing it, I think the whole process of finding plans, looking for walk around pictures, planning and the build are what makes this so enjoyable. My Wife is my Quality Control Inspector and she wont pass anything unless its perfect, tank you for your kind comment.
Terry Schuler said on November 10, 2017
Marc, I’m sure this scheme probably gives children bad dreams, but as a model its fantastic, you can never achieve good modeling skills if you don’t take some chances once in while. Here’s an example of good modeling skill paying off. Well done !
Marc Barris said on November 10, 2017
Thank you Terry, you are too kind.
George Williams said on November 10, 2017
Definitely one of the most popular builds on this site and deservedly so. I’m not really into aircraft of this type but I have to admire it as a great model. Many congratulations on finishing it to your wife’s high standards!
Marc Barris said on November 10, 2017
Thanks George, yes she can be tough on me, ha ha, Thanks for your comment
Tappie Scholtz said on November 10, 2017
Well thar you go mate…. brilliant job. you are a master modeller my friend. Keep up the good work. I am sure you will soar to even greater heights.
Marc Barris said on November 10, 2017
Welcome Buddy, this Gentleman is the one of the best and most dedicated modelers ,’in hiding’. Hey Buddy, thanks for the comment, when are you going to post again……
Tappie Scholtz said on November 11, 2017
Soon buddy….soon before the monsoon season. Thanks for the compliment.
Marc Barris said on November 11, 2017
Where are you now, India?…..Ha ha ha, cant wait for the post’s.
Roberto Colaianni said on November 10, 2017
Now I know eactly what the word “modeling” means: scratch build a complete Pilartus in 1/32. Graet job, congrratulations.
Marc Barris said on November 10, 2017
Thank you so much for your comment Roberto.
Michel Verschuere said on December 9, 2017
More than worth the November trophy Marc! Congrats on this one!
Marc Barris said on December 10, 2017
Thank you so much for the comment Michel.