Looking better indeed, my friend @wkubacki!

Now that the type 22 is mostly done, I can return to the 52. I polished off he plane up using Tamiya polished and about 30 q-tips. I’m looking to get that nice shine fresh Zeros had. As a m unintended and consequence, the polishing wore down the topcoat somewhat and exposed the marbling underneath. As Bob Ross would say, a happy accident.

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A happy accident indeed, my friend @wkubacki!
The 52 looks great!

Amazing work. I am truly impressed Woody!

Wow, last update was almost 3 months ago. Well I’m nearing the end now, weathering is almost complete, I just need to do the exhaust stains and gun powder stains. Then it’s the landing gear, antenna, wire, and gunsight. The rear canopy was broken when I bought this kit second hand, so I used one from a Hasegawa kit. Fits ok, but I may try to get a replacement

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Looking wonderful so far, my friend @wkubacki! Good save on the transparency! Looking forward to your progress!

@wkubacki - Fantastic work! Everything about this build is well done. Great job.