Tuesday 5 November 2013

A Greater Gustav? Part 3 - Staffel, angriff!

The Hobbyboss Bf-109Gs are finally complete and to my eyes don't look at all bad.  It's certainly a straightforward kit to build and while it may not lay claim to the title of greatest '109 replica, it at least makes up into a thoroughly adequate wargames model.
The markings in the box contain a basic set of national insignia with variations for two aircraft.  I used swastikas from my decal box rather than the (rather clever) two-part affairs supplied.  The markings on the darker aircraft above represent a machine of JG50, the other JG3.  The paint schemes I based loosely on various photos.

In summary, a recommended buy - especially if (as I did) you find it cheap!

16 comments:

  1. Great looking plane and most interesting markings- can you tell us a little about them?
    Cheers
    Alan

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  2. That has turned out lovely.

    Cheers,

    Pete.

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  3. Tradgardmastare
    I've added some info on the markings - as per the kit instruction leaflet!

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  4. Pete
    Thanks. Are you up for a game tomorrow?

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  5. Nice models, but you missed out the best bit ... Watching the transfers dry!

    Regards, Chris

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  6. Chris Kemp
    I've said it before - there no pleasing some people!

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  7. That turned out very nicely

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  8. They look very fine Tim. Nice job.

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  9. Don M
    Thanks - it's a nice kit to build.

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  10. Martin Rapier
    They may even feature in a game soon....

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  11. Excellent work, they look really nice!

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  12. Ah bother, just seen your post. Thanks for the invite though sorry I missed it, I could have come over too. What game was on?

    Cheers,

    Pete.

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  13. These look smashin' Tim. Nice choice on the colours.

    I will look out for these.

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  14. Abwehtschlacht
    Thanks - I rather enjoyed painting them.

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  15. Paul Foster
    There seems to be quite a range now - well worth a look.

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