F4F-4 Fill in Build

[Ralph Haus]

Actually started discussing this in my GB-57 1/48 Bf 109G-6/AS, Finland - WW2 Foreign Service post. A way to keep idle hand busy until I get my vision issues straightened out. From what I can 'see' it looks presentable, so here it is. The kit is a Hobby Lobby 40% off special. Just looked cool enough to fit with my collection even though I am not normally drawn to US craft (sorry Don). I did get to try out the tempera weathering, weathering which I normally don't do. For me it's a keeper. Allows just the subtle highlighting that I want without any cleaning up fuss. The color I chose is not obvious on the darker color but the bottom show it well enough.

 

[Wurger]

Well done.

 

[Gnomey]

Nice work!

 

[Snautzer01]

It is very nice. Well done.

 

[SaparotRob]

With all.

 

[Greg Boeser]

That's a sharp looking kit!

 

[Crimea_River]

Neat. But I need to ask: would both ailerons be deflected up with the wings folded?

 

[Ralph Haus]

Neat. But I need to ask: would both ailerons be deflected up with the wings folded?

Got to ask the Navy or Airfix??? Might have something to do with gravity stressing some of the mechanics?

 

[fubar57]

Good stuff Ralph. I found several photos agreeing with the aileron positions but no explanation so far

 

[Vic Balshaw]

I like this Ralph, hope my Navy one turns out as good looking.

 

[Crimea_River]

Something I hadn't noticed before but I'm guessing the aileron links move like that when the wings fold. Let's ask Terry.....

 

[Vic Balshaw]

Something I hadn't noticed before but I'm guessing the aileron links move like that when the wings fold. Let's ask Terry.....

Mmmmmmmm! Terry..................Question on Wildcat! TERRY......................................QUESTION ON WILDCAT!...............................................TERRY!!..........................TERRY!!................TERRY!!

 

[Snautzer01]

Neat. But I need to ask: would both ailerons be deflected up with the wings folded?

Counter balance wind forces would be logical. And smart may i add.

 

[Warbirdnutball]

This is amazing! Truly. I hope mine comes even half as good.

 

[N4521U]

That's a cracker!