Last Details Added to my 1/32 Tamiya RNZAF Corsair
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I finally received the stretchy line for the aerials in the mail yesterday and attached the completed assembly using copper and steel wire, Albion Ni-Ag tubing, and a little paint. Next, it will be placed on the shelf where it will remain quietly collecting dust.
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David Hansen said on December 8, 2018
Best. Antenna. Ever.
George Johnson said on December 8, 2018
I’ve been told that. Hey, it was your tutorial that made this possible.
david leigh-smith said on December 8, 2018
Best. Model. Ever…
George Johnson said on December 8, 2018
Ahhh, shucks….
Johannes Gerl said on December 8, 2018
Man, I’m glad you did the antenna. I was biting my tongue when you showed it first.
George Johnson said on December 8, 2018
I knew deep down inside it was eating you alive.
Johannes Gerl said on December 8, 2018
Yes, Wednesday was worst. I dreamed of wires and cables.
Johannes Gerl said on December 8, 2018
And btw: the copper coloured plastic wire I used for the antenna at my Corsairs turned verdigris green in the meantime. That I call true realism!
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George Johnson said on December 8, 2018
I hate those kinds of dreams.
Those Corsairs look great. I’m starting to become a real fan of them and hope to build another one soon. Working on a Do-335 now.
David A. Thomas said on December 8, 2018
A master work. True greatness in modeling.
George Johnson said on December 8, 2018
Thanks, David.
Mike Carter said on December 8, 2018
Phenomenal job.
Jim Sullivan said on December 9, 2018
That is truly an outstanding build….my congratulations to you.
Paul Barber said on December 9, 2018
George, like many of the models built here on iM, it will never look so good again, and gather dust, as you say. But your techniques and ability, and that model at the moment the camera clicked here are just magnificent! Congratulations!
Terry Schuler said on December 9, 2018
George, I really like the very realistic look. Showing it with the cowl open is a very nice touch. Very well done !
George Johnson said on December 9, 2018
Thanks, Terry . The cowl parts have been painted and weathered, but they’re the only parts on the model that don’t fit as well and I can’t figure out why.
Dmitry Stropalov said on December 9, 2018
A true masterpiece! Like that look of Corsairs with the flaps down. Well done George!
George Johnson said on December 9, 2018
Thanks Dmitry.
Tom Bebout said on December 9, 2018
Damn fine job George. “Best antenna ever.” doesn’t quite sum up the total view, lol.
Stephen W Towle said on December 9, 2018
My only niggle, is that I can’t see it in person. But, the internet does have its advantages…
George what’s on deck for the 2019?
George Johnson said on December 9, 2018
Hi Stephen. Thanks. I’m working on the fantastic Zoukei-Mura Do-335 Pfeil. I should have WIP photos up soon.
George Johnson said on December 9, 2018
Thank you all for your kind words. I appreciate it.
Louis Gardner said on December 10, 2018
George, you built another masterpiece………….. This one will probably end up in the running for model of the month. You can’t go wrong with a Corsair………….. It’s my favorite plane.
Well done Sir !!!
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George Johnson said on December 10, 2018
Thank you, Louis. I’m starting to like WWII planes a lot. I was stuck in a rut building jets and now I’ve rediscovered piston power. The Corsair is my favorite plane, too. I intend to build another some day.