Sopwith Camel F.1 - Academy 1/32

[AntiqueTroy]

I’m starting my first biplane with this kit. So far, it appears half the build time is going to have to be spent filling and sanding ejector pin marks. But overall the kit looks pretty doable.

[Aggieman]

I think it’s a good kit, but that one defeated me. I couldn’t get the cabanes into the right position to properly affix the upper wing. One suggestion is to craft or invest in a biplane jig.

Something like this:

[AntiqueTroy]

Thanks for the suggestion! I wasn’t aware of biplane jigs but it seems a very useful tool.

[PeterW]

Looks like a great subject. I’m looking forward to seeing this one completed.

[AntiqueTroy]

I’ve been making some progress on the cockpit.