Revell 1/32 Arado Ar196 B

[Vaughan]

2/3rds of the way through the belts. Not the best of fun, eyes are in need of a rest but I'm pleased with the result. Has taken several hours to do in short bursts. Still to complete the navigators/rear gunners backrest sling which has to be glued directly to the interior framework not looking forward to that one

 

[Vaughan]

Another couple hours of work and belts are in situ. closing the fuselage is the next job.

 

[tr1ckey66]

Very,very nice work Vaughan. The harnesses look great. Reminds me of the Stuka I built some time ago - both are 2 seaters and the belt spanning the fuselage is similar.
Again, lovely work
Paul

 

[Steven000]

Interesting build you got there Vaughan ,
I really like all the details and your paintwork.

Cheers
Steven

 

[BarryW]

Looking really good Vaughan

 

[Vaughan]

Thanks guys. This one's a bit of a slow build, I hope to get some more done this week.

 

[stillp]

Those belts are superb!
Pete

 

[Jim R]

Hi Vaughan
Just had a good catch-up. Firstly I hope any health issues you had are resolved. The build is stunning. The engine is a work of art. The cockpit looks superb as does the paintwork. I'm really impressed with your neat, well considered approach.
Jim

 

[Vaughan]

Jim health is all good, thanks for asking, saw my consultant last month and he's happy to see me in a years time. The build is slow for me but I think it's down to time constraints to be fair.

 

[Vaughan]

Finally the fuselage is together. Hopefully things will progress quicker now!!

 

[scottie3158]

Vaughan,
Lovely work on the office.

 

[Vaughan]

Well here's a dry fit with the wings, main float and engine she's going to look impressive. Still lots to do, so I better pull my finger out and get on with it!!.

 

[Tinging]

Hi Vaughan

Have to agree with Ross , I find the Vallejo metal colour difficult to get right , but your finish looks excellent .

I till take those tips also

Mart

 

[Tinging]

Arado is Stunning

 

[minitnkr]

Missed this one. Just had a catch-up. Just beautiful. One to be proud of. PaulE

 

[Si Benson]

Looking very nice indeed, the paint finish on the wings is excellent

 

[yak face]

That is looking superb vaughan , beautifully clean work as always , fantastic ! Cheers tony

 

[Ian M]

That is sharp! Great job so far.

 

[Vaughan]

Thanks guys. I've managed to find some more time for the Arado. This afternoon I have undercoated and top coated with light olive. I have yet to start on constructing the canopy. I was hoping to buy the resin version from Ally Cat Models but it's still not in stock and it's the only one made, so there's no alternative. Anyway here's some images of where I'm up to. Still a way to go but progress is being made. It will be a year round on the 12th of April so I do need to get this one finished!!

 

[tr1ckey66]

Oh my lord, that looks good!
Keep up the stunning work Vaughan. It's great to hear that you're well and see you building again, not least because you turn out results like this!
Why the Alley Cat canopy? Is the Revell part not any good?

Cheers
P