Very well done taking on a tough kit like that especially the ropey decals and fit issues. The metallic paint finish is excellent as is the detail work. A great looking early B17, with excellent video compilation and presentation.
HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY! Many thanks for the video, it was very good and interesting too. I like in box review before the build of this lovely plane. I have always liked the B-17, but I don't remember seeing this version before. I like watching other people building as I am still relatively new to modelling and so to see how others build is very helpful and I pick up lots of tips and tricks. Many thanks for sharing this video with us and have fun on your next project, Joe
Great Buildf !!! Just got this kit as a gift ( it didn't have instructions) but after watching your video , don't need them ! And love your rudder painting . Thanks , Tony
No, problem! I have a 1/72 B-17C, another early version, with decals of a squadron based in the Philippines when war broke out in the Pacific. I cant wait to get it finished. :)
This is a gorgeous build my friend and I have to say that you really can make a model. I flinch at trying anything like this, but you just got on an done it. Well done
Andrew Wash star is aligned according to the painting guide, with the the single point forward and following the center line I saw did perpendicular to the leading edge. I’d have to find the guide to tell us I messed up the BB or not
You wouldn't recommend this kit? I built this kit many, many years ago and thoroughly enjoyed it. I don't recall any fit issues and the decals back then were far superior to what was in use with most "kits" of the day. Because they were so thin, albeit delicate, they looked awesome compared to most kit decals back then. What struck me the most about the Academy B-17 kits is that they offered every possible version you could think of from the original model 299, the British variants up to search search and rescue except maybe the Fire bombers but i wouldn't be surprised if they had that. Having said that, I thoroughly enjoyed the video and your B-17 turned out beautiful! I personally would recommend this kit to anyone from beginner to master especially since no one else offers this version of the B-17. This kit is wide open for scratch detail or right out of the box. The modelers imagination is the limit with this basic kit. I'm glad they are still around in 2021. I just got the B-17F from Hobby Lobby for $24.00 after 40% off and the Airfix USAAF Bomber resupply set reduced price for $8.00. Happy building! I may have been mistaken about the original model 299. I can find no reference to it in google search but i thought i saw one once. Sorry about that!
Probably one of the hardest model versions of the b17 to find I've only seen two in the 35 years I've been alive and really wish I would have bought one when I had the chance absolutely my favorite version of the b17
Wow you totally nailed those rudder stripes! Not an easy thing to do as my many attempts testify. I liked the bit about using white glue to secure clear parts. That's a little trick I wish more knew about. Thank you for another great video!
Another tip about clear parts- white glue is good, but this stuff called “Micro Krystal Klear” is basically super white glue. It dries so clear, I and others use it to actually make windows that are BETTER than kit parts!
Any white glue will work- I use Micro Crystal Clear, since it can be used to make glass windows if you need it. But normal Elmer’s glue works just fine as well
A very nice build and your videos are instructive and fun to watch. The tail colours worked out well, except....thirteen stripes is the correct number. Thirteen. I wonder why? ;0) I'm Canadian
Probably deleted, honestly. I don't really remember, but I was doxed a year or two ago and had to close everything I used online with the name I was using. My imgur fell victim to the purge.
Instead of handbrushing the NATO black you could airbrush the whole thing, then paint the rims with silver paint and a fine brush. Great video by the way!
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Kid - nice builds except for most of the music blame it on need for better friends. Also - as you express the "unfortunate' bits that enter your life (I built models at about half your age when there were 2 companies - Monogram and Revell) good golly you are good but instead of complaining about the crap fits just pull out your clamps and utilize the experience for teaching. Scratch builds are fantastic. Right now there are about fifty people who will be rummaging through trash receptacles for their daily bread within one long square block from where I type. Hence my need to keep builds in perspective. You live the "charmed" life - might as well celebrate.
Your skill levels is week (i AM BEING GENEROUS WITH THIS BUILD). your judgment Paints by jumping aheads It's Did you read the Plans from the model? at best But you did the take credit for distorted of cutting the inboard propeller or outboard engine.
Very well done taking on a tough kit like that especially the ropey decals and fit issues. The metallic paint finish is excellent as is the detail work. A great looking early B17, with excellent video compilation and presentation.
Thanks!
HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!
Many thanks for the video, it was very good and interesting too. I like in box review before the build of this lovely plane. I have always liked the B-17, but I don't remember seeing this version before. I like watching other people building as I am still relatively new to modelling and so to see how others build is very helpful and I pick up lots of tips and tricks. Many thanks for sharing this video with us and have fun on your next project,
Joe
+Joe's Model Kits thanks, and will do!
Great Buildf !!! Just got this kit as a gift ( it didn't have instructions) but after watching your video , don't need them ! And love your rudder painting . Thanks , Tony
Beautiful! Its rare to see models of early variant B-17's. Great work!
+Louis Martinez thanks!
No, problem! I have a 1/72 B-17C, another early version, with decals of a squadron based in the Philippines when war broke out in the Pacific. I cant wait to get it finished. :)
This is a gorgeous build my friend and I have to say that you really can make a model. I flinch at trying anything like this, but you just got on an done it. Well done
i realize Im kinda off topic but do anybody know of a good place to watch new series online?
@Kristopher Alexis Meh I use Flixportal. you can find it by googling:D -lionel
@Lionel Mitchell Thanks, signed up and it seems to work =) Appreciate it!
@Kristopher Alexis no problem xD
I just watched a little more and witnessed the magnificent rudder paint. Nice job.
There is a D model of this kit in olive drab, that kit builds into the 'Swoose', the only surviving Fortress with the early tail.
Underside of the left wing I believe that the BB decal is upside down and the star is not properly oriented.
Andrew Wash star is aligned according to the painting guide, with the the single point forward and following the center line I saw did perpendicular to the leading edge. I’d have to find the guide to tell us I messed up the BB or not
Still trying to find this kit
You wouldn't recommend this kit? I built this kit many, many years ago and thoroughly enjoyed it. I don't recall any fit issues and the decals back then were far superior to what was in use with most "kits" of the day. Because they were so thin, albeit delicate, they looked awesome compared to most kit decals back then. What struck me the most about the Academy B-17 kits is that they offered every possible version you could think of from the original model 299, the British variants up to search search and rescue except maybe the Fire bombers but i wouldn't be surprised if they had that.
Having said that, I thoroughly enjoyed the video and your B-17 turned out beautiful! I personally would recommend this kit to anyone from beginner to master especially since no one else offers this version of the B-17. This kit is wide open for scratch detail or right out of the box. The modelers imagination is the limit with this basic kit. I'm glad they are still around in 2021. I just got the B-17F from Hobby Lobby for $24.00 after 40% off and the Airfix USAAF Bomber resupply set reduced price for $8.00. Happy building!
I may have been mistaken about the original model 299. I can find no reference to it in google search but i thought i saw one once. Sorry about that!
Awesome! This should have a lot more views ,this is beautiful!
Thank you sir!
Probably one of the hardest model versions of the b17 to find I've only seen two in the 35 years I've been alive and really wish I would have bought one when I had the chance absolutely my favorite version of the b17
Excellent work mate I love watching this stuff and keep it up
+Matt Hills Scale Models thanks!
Turned out very good well done. I really like the radio operators room. I built the same kit but it was from italeri.
+aircraft99 Thanks! It is actually kind of depressing about the radio operators room- the glass is so bad you can barely see it now.
Wow you totally nailed those rudder stripes! Not an easy thing to do as my many attempts testify.
I liked the bit about using white glue to secure clear parts. That's a little trick I wish more knew about.
Thank you for another great video!
Another tip about clear parts- white glue is good, but this stuff called “Micro Krystal Klear” is basically super white glue. It dries so clear, I and others use it to actually make windows that are BETTER than kit parts!
love the microwave dish at the end.
One of these days ill get a real turning display lol
I am blown away by your skill level! Amazing work! Can you give me a tip? What's the best glue to use for the clear parts?
Any white glue will work- I use Micro Crystal Clear, since it can be used to make glass windows if you need it. But normal Elmer’s glue works just fine as well
A very nice build and your videos are instructive and fun to watch. The tail colours worked out well, except....thirteen stripes is the correct number. Thirteen. I wonder why? ;0)
I'm Canadian
I never caught the thing about the stripes
I feel like I failed Americanism lol
Don't worry, I did the same thing on my Wildcat. I still get angry American' commenting on that haha :P
I just wanted to say, the thing that looks like an exhaust is the turbo charger continued along the side of the nacelle
Where is the ingur album in the description?
Probably deleted, honestly. I don't really remember, but I was doxed a year or two ago and had to close everything I used online with the name I was using. My imgur fell victim to the purge.
Nice model! I give a like
I use Tamiya XF-85 rubber black for my tyres. Which is intended for tyres. I like using it more than XF-1 as well.
Great build of a B17! Just wondering what airbrush you use I can't tell from the video. Looking forward to the next one.
My airbrush is an Iwata HP-C Plus, with a nonspecific compressor with air tank.
Good job dude 👍
very nice, well done.
where do you find this
+red baron modeling The kit? I don't know, we had it on consignment at my LHS.
My kit didn't have these problems
Well Done Sir ;-)
I remember a movie about the B-17 b The movie Air Force. And the. Crew of the Mary Ann . beautiful model kit .
I loved the tail lol
Lovely model, really well done and brilliantly painted!
Happy treason day. Filthy Colonials
Huzzah!
You know, if we didnt revolt, then we wouldnt exist, and you would have lost the world wars.
Thanks! Miss ya, love! 🤣
20:26 you mean "Bomb bay doors"?
EmilBuilds se I know
I love how you use a microwave turntable 👍🐅
Yep lol. Time to get a real one I think
Great build!! I was just wondering what color of red you used for the tail?
Tamiya Flat Red, thinned from bottle.
Instead of handbrushing the NATO black you could airbrush the whole thing, then paint the rims with silver paint and a fine brush. Great video by the way!
Can I add you on Xbox live, serious question? I have many questions
I don't have Xbox live, but if you've got questions just put them in the comment section and I'll answer them no matter how long. Or shoot me an email at waggishamerican@gmail.com
3.25 parts thinner come on man...
Kid - nice builds except for most of the music blame it on need for better friends. Also - as you express the "unfortunate' bits that enter your life (I built models at about half your age when there were 2 companies - Monogram and Revell) good golly you are good but instead of complaining about the crap fits just pull out your clamps and utilize the experience for teaching. Scratch builds are fantastic. Right now there are about fifty people who will be rummaging through trash receptacles for their daily bread within one long square block from where I type. Hence my need to keep builds in perspective. You live the "charmed" life - might as well celebrate.
Your skill levels is week (i AM BEING GENEROUS WITH THIS BUILD). your judgment Paints by jumping aheads It's Did you read the Plans from the model? at best
But you did the take credit for distorted of cutting the inboard propeller or outboard engine.
Larry Dehring I have literally no idea what you are trying to say.
Larry Dehring every one works at their own speed , ability , and their own individual level of creativity.
TheWaggishAmerican he's trying to say your an armature .
Damn where'd you find this kit I've been looking for this kit.
I think my LHS just had it.
@@TheWaggishAmerican I don't know what a company or brand that is I live in Nebraska so
@@rickmoreno6858 local hobby shop.