1/48 Monogram P-39 Airacobra
This is my first post on the forum
Here is my Monogram P-39 Airacobra that I completed last month. It is built OOB with E-Z masks and Vallejo air paints. I was very much inspired by the excellent video on the same kit from Flying S Models on Youtube.
Overall the fit was excellent but the decals were a letdown- not surprising since they had been sitting in the box for 32 years! I left off some of the smaller decals and one of the boxing roosters completely fell apart so it is missing.
Despite the difficulties with the decals I am pleased with the result. Enjoy! open to comments and critiques.
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Robert Knaack said on December 24, 2021
I think the paint job is quite good, David. I love old Monograms, have a bunch of them myself! Welcome to iModeler!
John vd Biggelaar said on December 24, 2021
An amazing entry, David @dbutlr
Welcome to this great community and I'm hoping to see more of such great builds.
A pitty about the decals, but they don't do any harm to the overall looks.
Well done.
Spiros Pendedekas said on December 24, 2021
A wonderful entry, David!
An excellent build of the classic Monogram kit.
Welcome aboard!
Thomas Shema said on December 24, 2021
You made the "Iron Dog" look really nice! And thank you for sharing the excellent photos. I've got that kit on my "build it next after I finish the two ahead of it" list.
Alistair Gauld said on December 24, 2021
That's a belter.
Thanks for sharing.
Cheers,
Alistair
Robert Royes said on December 24, 2021
Fine job on an ancient kit!
John Healy said on December 24, 2021
Welcome, David! Nice work. I still like many of those old Monogram kits too, and the P-39 is one of the best.
Tom Cleaver said on December 24, 2021
That old kit (new in 1969!) still holds up, and you got the most out of it.
David Butler said on December 24, 2021
I appreciate the kind words! Thanks so much!
Anthony Conway said on December 24, 2021
'Overall the fit was excellent but the decals were a letdown- not surprising since they had been sitting in the box for 32 years.' Hey David welcome. Always apply liquid decal film to old decals to prevent break up. Never lets me down.
David Butler said on December 24, 2021
Thanks for the tip! What brand is the best?
Lis said on December 24, 2021
Looks very good! I wish to have 1:72 scale Aircorba 🙂
Jay Mitchell said on December 24, 2021
Looks great , @dbutlr ! One of my favorites… I have one I hope to build this year.
Bob Torres said on December 25, 2021
Nice job on this old Monogram kit. I always like the way on how this kit looks when put together. And welcome to this site!
Rob Anderson said on December 25, 2021
Great job on a classic! I bought an original 1969 issue a few years back, may just need to build it after seeing yours!
David Butler said on December 25, 2021
Thanks for the kind words! It is a very enjoyable build
Tom Bebout said on December 27, 2021
Welcome aboard David, I believe you'll really enjoy this site. Nice job on an old kit she turned out quite well. Built several of these myself and posted on iModeler. Their nice fun builds IMHO.
Greg Kittinger said on December 30, 2021
Welcome David! I think every WWII aircraft modeler has probably built this venerable old kit - I know I did when I first got back into the hobby. Yours looks great!
Anthony Ricco said on January 3, 2022
Welcome David and thats a great first post to introduce yourself - I love those teeth.