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George V Guimaraes
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Academy 1/72 F-18F US Navy

May 4, 2020 · in Aviation · · 16 ≡ · 2.1K

Hello,

This my recent project, OOB. A really easy kit, nice fitting and engineering. The only, and big, complain are the decals. They're virtually useless, way too thick. So, I put it on hold and waited for a new set from ebay.
Hope you enjoy!

Cheers!

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    Robert Royes said on May 4, 2020

    One hot Hornet! Academy and their notorious decals.

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    Ilan Shapiro said on May 4, 2020

    Really nice! Can you comment on what paint brand and colors you used? Thanks.

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      George V Guimaraes said on May 4, 2020

      Thank you! I've used Gunze H-307 Grey FS 36320 on the top and AK Insignia white FS 17875 underside. Some pre shading and some post shading with pastels. And Flory washes as a panel liners.

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    Matt Minnichsoffer said on May 4, 2020

    You guys that build such great detail in 1/72 amaze me. The shading on this Hornet is perfect.

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    Greg Kittinger said on May 4, 2020

    Great build - love the paint work! Well done.

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    John Healy said on May 4, 2020

    Nice work!

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    Glenn Virgo said on May 4, 2020

    Nice work george. Love a super hornet. Spot on.

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    Spiros Pendedekas said on May 5, 2020

    Great model, George! Hard to believe it is only 1/72!

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    Richard Mcstay said on May 5, 2020

    Lovely build mate! Great photography as well!

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