I attached the upper, outer wing sections next because I wasn't convinced that gluing the top and bottom together and then sliding it along the spars would result in a good butt-join to the inner sections. This way I could make sure the fit along the seam was good and glue it from underneath.

Then I sprayed the weapon and gear bays SMS Silver (lacquer). I'm very impressed with this, it gives a nice, even cover and is more durable than my usual Gunze metallic paints.

It was at this point I realised that there were ejector pin marks on the bomb bay side of the gear well wall. I chiselled these off and sanded back before re-spraying.

Don't look too closely. :~)

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Looks good from here, Michael @michaelt

Nice catch, Michael (@michaelt). I still don't understand why I can look at a part 40 or 50 times, and then discover ejector pin marks after I have glued them to the model.

Nice progress, my friend @michaelt! The 11-piece wing main assembly was a total success!

I’ve finally put the finishing touches on the Tamia aircraft.
I’ll take some better photos and post it on the headlines soon.
For a change, it is ready ahead of time for the club “Gunna Build” competition which will be judged next month.

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Pretty amazing, my friend @michaelt! For sure it deserves a prize!

The paint scheme really makes this one stand out, Michael (@michaelt). I am sure this will be a winner at the club.

Main landing gear looks good, Michael @michaelt
Close to the paint session. Usualy I apply the most fragile parts like antennas after the paint session, just to prevent the break-off experience.