Cheers mate I have done the weathering now but I've got some bits to put on it and I want to show it in natural light due to me weathering it with gun metal
AAAAAwwwww mate that looks superb, i want one to add to my viper collection. Dont you think though that the original shape viper is still the best, excellent build Alan, if you dont mind a suggestion when you weather wash in all those panel lines. what a cracker.
One option that Alan didn't chose (but it was his choice and seems to be working OK) is that the kit builds nicely in sections for easier painting - engine exhausts, rear fuselage, intake section and nose/cockpit. Eliminates some awkward masking. and makes lighting easier.
For those of you concerned about the pilot, check out the ones available at Starship Modeler.