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:

tradgardmastare said...

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

Pete. said...

That has turned out lovely.

Cheers,

Pete.

Tim Gow said...

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

Tim Gow said...

Pete
Thanks. Are you up for a game tomorrow?

Chris Kemp said...

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

Regards, Chris

Tim Gow said...

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

Don M said...

That turned out very nicely

Martin Rapier said...

They look very fine Tim. Nice job.

Tim Gow said...

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

Tim Gow said...

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

Abwehrschlacht said...

Excellent work, they look really nice!

Pete. said...

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.

Paul Foster said...

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

I will look out for these.

Tim Gow said...

Abwehtschlacht
Thanks - I rather enjoyed painting them.

Tim Gow said...

Pete
Next time....

Tim Gow said...

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