Well, this was supposed to be my entry to the P-47 GB, but since Im long over due Ill post here. This build represents a few firsts for me. Namely my first kit bash and first freehand camo. Both of these techniques will require much more practice. I first saw “Category E” in Squadrons P-47 In Action and had to have this void filled in the display case. Not having done a kit bash before I was afraid that I would research the subject to death and not build it, so I dived in head first. The kits were RM’s offering as I couldnt destroy 2 Tamigawas in case I wasnt able to complete the project. Which meant more pratice on filling as the drop tank mounts were moulded in and Category E had them removed. I used Tamiya paint throughout the little wash that I did was enamel and Aeromaster provided the decals, although no stencils were included.
Good looking plane! I sat there for several minutes looking at it thinking something wasn’t quite right, but couldn’t put my finger on it. Then I realized it was a two seat conversion! Great job!
I couldnt find the “FSM Approved blue” cardboard that I normally use and had to settle on using the table cloth on our dining room table as the back ground. The dining room table doubles as the studio so I guess Ill have the wife pickout a new table cloth next time we are shopping!
Great job!