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A look at which model would be suitable for you, especially aimed at those wanting to build 1:32 scale WW1 aircraft for the first time.
Which model would suit me with the experience that I have ?
RODEN SSW.DIII
WNW SOPWITH PUP
WNW BRISTOL F.2b
WNW JUNKERS J.1
Making turnbuckles for 1:32 scale is quite simple, follow my easy one two three steps.
A very quick and simple way to pre-
Setting up your work area and what tools you might need
It is not an expensive exercise to set up for modelling, just a few basic tools and products will get you started.
Here is a very good product which is available from Battlefield. The belts are made of a type of fabric (textile) and are enhanced with PE parts and very tiny decals. Assembly of the belts and buckles is straight forward but a very sharp knife is required to cut the fabric belts.
Threading the belt through the PE parts is very easy and a small drop of CA at the back holds them very well to the belt. The tiny decal eyelets are very fiddly but finish the belts of nicely. A coat of matt clear after the belts are fitted to the seat adds to the appearance. I dirtied the belts a little with a dark coloured pastel.
They are a bit more expensive than PE belts but I highly recommend them simply because of their good looks.
Kings Road Miniatures have this figure available. It is cast in white metal and is 1:32 scale. It would make a great addition to any dio scene. Check their web site for other figures in their range.
Available from the Model Cellar are these beautiful figures of airmen from WW1. They are very well detailed not only in their facial expressions but their clothing as well. These figures are definitely worth the expense and once painted would certainly compliment any WW1 diorama. Check their web site for other figures in other scales. http://www.modelcellar.com
A very simple, easy and quick way to make eyelets
The most scary thing about bi-
Easy steps on how to make spark plugs to replace the kit moulded blobs of plastic. These are simple to make and add more realism to your engine, perfect for 1:32 scale.
An independent review of new released products which have been made available to me
BRANDENBURG W.29
WNW SE. 5a
TRIPLANE
A brilliant idea by Scott Nicolich has made eyelet making a breeze
WW1 INSTRUMENT DECALS
These beautiful decals are now available from www.airscale.co.uk
A new 54mm figure of a German NCO of the German Flying Corps 1914 -
Three new figures to compliment any WW1 airfield diorama. These figures of two German ground crew and a pilot are very well detailed and are available from
1:32 scale WW1 Figures
A full review of these brilliant decals can be found on my Product Review page
Liberty V12 400HP engine detailing
A description on how to detail the Liberty engine from the WnW DH.9a
A great range of products are available from rbmotion.com
Suitable and adaptable to 1:32 scale WW1 aircraft models. Check out this website for the full range of nuts/bolts/washers/spark plugs/spark plug boots plus much more.
Prices are fair and postage rates are excellent.
Take a browse and be amazed
Photos taken from the rbmotion website
Here is a set of hand tools which are perfect for adding that touch of realism to any diorama scene. Made and supplied by vectorcut.com they are beautifully cut and very well detailed. The process used is laser cut and relief engraved in .0145” laserboard resulting in very accurate and highly detailed miniatures. Beside the tool set is a nut/bolt and washer set also very highly detailed and beautifully cut. These are perfect for detailing engines, prop hubs, undercarriage and many more applications.
Just released are these two sets of very thin washer, my measurements make them at only 0.28mm thick. The washers come in four sizes, the first set has 2.3mm and 1.9mm washer, the second set has 1.75mm washers and 1.45mm washers. These washers are laser cut so have a very clean crisp edge. These washer will mate perfectly with the Vector Cut nuts to give a completely realistic appearance to your model.
SOPWITH CAMEL
These six new resin figures in 1:32 scale (54mm) are now available from Tommy’s War. They are brilliant in detail with very life like poses, these would be a wonderful addition to any diorama setting. I have been in contact with the company and they have indicated that they will be producing WW1 aviation figures in the near future, figures like pilots, seated pilots, mechanics, officers and ground crew. These type of figures are sadly lacking in the 1:32 scale WW1 aviation genre so a release of such figures will be greatly accepted by the WW1 aviation modelers. You can go to the website by clicking the logo above.
SIX NEW FIGURES FROM TOMMY’S WAR
A brilliant addition to the ever increasing range of products for the 1:32 scale WW1 aircraft builder. These guns are produced by
and are available at a great price from
These are a must for the serious builder who is looking for perfect detail.
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For a comprehensive range of decals to suit 1:32, 1:48 and 1:72 scale subjects please visit this site. The decals are brilliant, perfect in colour, very easy to use and reasonably priced. There is a huge range to choose from and you will be dealing with a true gentleman. You will not be disappointed with these decals, they would have to be the best available. Click the logo for direct access to the range and price list.
WOOD PROPELLERS
A NEW RANGE OF HAND MADE LAMINATED WOODEN PROPELLERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE
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Aircraft models
Beautifully made by Vector in Russia are a series of WW1 aircraft engines-
For those of you who have had difficulties making turnbuckles or simply just don’t have the time here is a simple answer. These handmade turnbuckles are made to suit 1:48 and 1:32 scale WW1 model aircraft. Please click the logo for detailed information and how to place your order