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Rafi Ben-Shahar
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Kinetic 1/48 S-2E Tracker

March 29, 2024 · in Aviation · · 23 · 253

Kinetics is a complex build of an unusual subject. The model is better built with the wings folded. Beyond the space saved in the display area, the compact model is more dynamic looking sine it reveals the underwing stores and represents much of the intensity of the Navy's character. No weight was added to the extremely tail-heavy model. Instead, the arresting hook was lowered to ground level. In addition, I inserted an electric bulb to the large space oddly left empty by of the search light interior.

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  1. Mighty nice work, Rafi @blackmopane! πŸ‘ She looks great! πŸ‘

  2. Wow! Having done one of these and folded the wings like you did, I gotta say this one's a stunner. Very realistic!

    (Mine took that heckuva lotta weight you knew it would)

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  3. Clever idea for the searchlight (noted!) on a very tidy looking build, as always Rafi. Still undecided on how to represent mine's wings when the time come, but you present a strong case for stowed away... πŸ™‚

  4. Excellent build of a distinctively looking bird, Rafi! Looks stunning and totally realistic!

  5. I think you’re right about the wing fold option, Rafi, it adds interest, and, like the real thing, it saves space.

  6. A not so often seen modeled subject, certainly not looking this perfect, Rafi @blackmopane
    I do like it with the wings folded, makes it indeed look more dynamic.
    Well done.

  7. Excellent build of the Tracker.

  8. Stunning! The use of the lightbulb is -ha ha- is a brilliant idea, Rafi @blackmopane.

  9. A great looking build!

  10. Cleaver use of the tail hook. Well done!

  11. Another stunning build! Excellent work.

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