International Scale Modeller

Ok here we are at my first GB reveal, i've tried to get the best shots I can as I'm still getting used to the camera but I'll summarize the build first.

The Kit
I think for the money, £15, Italeri need to up their game a little as this reminded me a little of an old Airfix kit, the Meng and Hobbyboss kits i've done are a real step up for pretty much the same money, some of the detail is really good if a bit sporadic, but the decals and instructions were a bit poor. Full marks for the replacement canopy though

Paints etc

I used Vallejo Model Air for the whole build, and Microscale Gloss and Satin varnish for decals and final coat, even though i'm new to airbrushing I had no problems with the model air clogging. I did all AB work with a Neo and .35mm needle. Using Blu Tack was a first but it worked out ok and definitely something to practice more. I've been pretty reserved with the weathering and just used a Flory dark dirt, I'm not confident with chipping yet so I left it at just the wash.

So despite a few problems, I've really enjoyed this GB, especially comments and support from all the other members, thanks again, I am looking forward to the next one now, and after seeing some of the other builds, I think aftermarket parts and PE are my next goals. Anyway, here she is and thanks for looking, cheers Ian

You've done a terrific job with a mediocre kit! Two thumbs up!

Nice !!

Fantastic! Colours look spot on. Really like the 104, I'm tempted to get italeri's 1/32 version.

Well done mate

Now that is a fantastic build and camo scheme, looks immense,
Tom

Looks stunning Ian! I love it, the camo scheme is top notch and the weathering looks cracker!

Thanks very much everyone for the comments it's really appreciated, I kept it fairly simple and didn't try doing too much on the weathering but I am pleased with the result and the feedback from everyone is great. I am looking forward to the next GB and definitely going to try some PE and aftermarket parts, thanks again, cheers Ian

Nice looking build for sure

superb work there mate

Fantastic work there! I might also build a F-104 sometimes, it's a nice looking plane.

Looks great to me!!!

You did a cracking job with a mediocre kit mate, the colors look spot on to me.

That came out very nice. Congrats on a beautiful piece of modelling

Extra-cool mate!! Great job

1/72 is hard, You did a fantastic job on this kit mate!!

Fantastic work, sir!

Was anyone else confused as to why the ground painted lines weren't lining up properly? (it took me a couple seconds to realize they are printed paper for photo purposes! lol)