Yak-1b (Arma Hobby 1/72)
Yak-1b of a soviet ace Boris Yeremin (Борис Ерёмин), winter 42-43 year, Stalingrad. This is a new model kit of a Polish manufacturer Arma Hobby, released just a month ago. I've pre-ordered it back in August, and I've got a full kit plus overtrees for another one as a bonus, so this model is a "test" (decal sheet has all items needed for two). The test went really smoothly – without any doubts it's a one of the best kits in 1/72 scale I've built. Good fit, quality decals, six paint options, reasonable PE parts (not required if you don't like PE). Excellent option for a relaxed "weekend" build. Also, I do like this "one sprue" tradition – all kits by Arma Hobby has one and only one styrene sprue (not counting clear parts of course).
Model was painted using AKAN paints – MK-7 for white and A-14 for interior and a wheel bay. The reason why white doesn't look worn-out is that this paint was not a temporary white usually applied in the field, but a special winter paint applied on the repair station. Another one interesting fact is that photos of this particular aircraft show it was all white, not just upper surfaces.
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Stephen W Towle said on November 9, 2019
What a little jewel that plays the part of the Yak-1b. Arma is something of a sleeper to folks in the states, you don't see these kits being built and shown but, I have feeling that they will be seen a lot more. Their Hurricane is also a little jewel . Two thumbs up Dmitry on some excellent modeling and photography.
Dmitry Stropalov said on November 10, 2019
@stephen-w-towle Thank you Stephen! While I was writing this post here, I've received a mail from Arma about pre-ordering theirs new Hurricane IIc 🙂 I think, eventually Arma Hobby would became a well known brand like many others, because (to my mind) quality/price ratio is very good.
Tom Cleaver said on November 10, 2019
1/72? Really? You could have fooled me! Beautiful work.
Dmitry Stropalov said on November 10, 2019
@tcinla Thanks Tom! Again I’ve forgot to make a photo with a lighter as a proof 🙂
Jeff Groves said on November 10, 2019
Nicely done!
Dmitry Stropalov said on November 10, 2019
@inchhigh Thanks Jeff!
Andrew Alexander said on November 10, 2019
Great job! It’s tough to make an all-white finish look good! Looks like a very nice kit.
Dmitry Stropalov said on November 10, 2019
@vacrat Thanks Andrew! Yes, the kit is just a pleasure to build.
Jérôme Chapelle said on November 10, 2019
White is a demanding color, you did a great job !
Dmitry Stropalov said on November 10, 2019
@jeromechapelle Thank you Jérôme! Really, that white was a tricky thing
Tommy Killander said on November 10, 2019
Lovely work!
Nice info about the winter cammo, thanks!
Dmitry Stropalov said on November 10, 2019
@killboxscalemodelling Thanks Tommy!
Mike Grant said on November 11, 2019
Really nice Dmitry, the subtle weathering looks perfect. I'll have to check out the Arma Hobby range.
Dmitry Stropalov said on November 11, 2019
@migrant Thanks Mike!
Terry Schuler said on November 11, 2019
Dmitry, I had to take another look when I notice this was in 1/72. I really like your realistic winter scheme. Nicely done !
Dmitry Stropalov said on November 11, 2019
@shoobiz Thank you Terry!
Greg Kittinger said on November 11, 2019
Another beauty Dmitry! The kit looks like it has nice recessed details, and your finishing job is fantastic as always. I'll ditto thanks about the note on the paint scheme!
Dmitry Stropalov said on November 11, 2019
@gkittinger Thanks Greg! The kit has both raised and recessed details (rivets and hinges for example), and generally speaking the overall detail level is very good. I know you prefer 1/72, so I can recommend both Yak and Hurricane kits by Arma Hobby.
Greg Kittinger said on November 11, 2019
I don't yet have a Yak 1 in my collection, so I'll definitely get one of those!