I've added bead of epoxy to duplicate the wood, don't know if I'm going to do more on their linkages its up high in the cockpit so its visible, we'll see... Spiros do you have a source for the machine gun barrels, everybody I deal with has them on back order, I suppose I could make them you don't see much of them.

I also like your attention to detail Walt. Just adds that something special to a model. Looking great!

Eric, more of a reminder to work on the Model, LOL.

Finally got some quality time this week for the RUFE after pulling all the hip flexors on right hip then twisting same knee a week later in the first week of January OUCH! Anyway cockpit was completed as far as I'm going with this one. Cut-out the machine guns from the instrument plate and added charging handles, tried some home made wash... it gets darker as it drys nyuck, nyuck, nyuck. Its a learning process great for the depths of the cockpit... seriously doubt I'll make the April finish but this is fun!

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Looking great, my friend @waltosoaring!
Looking gorward to your putting this kit together!
(Pity about your knee twisting...)

Here's wishing you a speedy recovery... I have been there several times myself with various injuries over the years. Now you can devote some quality time to your "Rufe". I like what I have seen, and closing the fuselage is always a good sign.

Thanks All! Fuselage and cowling photos update! cockpit just taped in for time being, things seem to be moving forward all the way around.

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Walt, @waltosoaring
I like the progress you have recently made. The pilot figure is cool too ! Keep it going my friend... 🙂