IJ001 Posted December 3, 2015 Share Posted December 3, 2015 Started just three weeks ago, and here it is 'Under Glass' - Not bragging at all, in the 'workbench' section I did call this a "Clear the bench" build. Part of the reason for the speed of this project is my enthusiasm for the project - I really like Firebirds, the other reason is the quality of the kit, in my opinion Revell produced such a superb quality product it's actually quite difficult for an average modeller like me to scr*w-it-up. Learning points, well I asked here and on another couple of sites about varnishing over an already very smooth & glossy finish, I took the advice from most folks and applied those extra clear coats and it worked-out... so learning point #1, be brave and with the correct tools and a little luck the finish you want, you can achieve !! Learning point #2, I need to re-learn my BMF 'skills' next time around . Thanks for taking the time to look and/or comment, and as ever all comments, criticism and questions welcome. Ian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMCMAN52 Posted December 3, 2015 Share Posted December 3, 2015 One great looking Firebird Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan S. Posted December 3, 2015 Share Posted December 3, 2015 Looks great. I've always loved these Firebirds and I agree, it's a well engineered kit that goes together quite smoothly. Nicely done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicknkim14 Posted December 3, 2015 Share Posted December 3, 2015 Nice ? bird Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TFchronos Posted December 3, 2015 Share Posted December 3, 2015 Very nicely done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DumpyDan Posted December 3, 2015 Share Posted December 3, 2015 Wow that looks great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted December 4, 2015 Share Posted December 4, 2015 Super Sharp.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musclecar Mike Posted December 4, 2015 Share Posted December 4, 2015 Very well done. Great looking first gen 'bird. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mustang Madness Posted December 4, 2015 Share Posted December 4, 2015 Nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Stock Posted December 4, 2015 Share Posted December 4, 2015 This kit is a favourite of mine too, I built one years back which has dissapeared, but have another in the stash, you did a great job Ian, love the black/red combo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted December 4, 2015 Share Posted December 4, 2015 Nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTJUNIOR Posted December 4, 2015 Share Posted December 4, 2015 Nice!x2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IJ001 Posted December 6, 2015 Author Share Posted December 6, 2015 Thanks all very much appreciated, glad I took the advice from folks here about the 'clear'. So pleased with the paint finish on this one. Next will be a re-do of Jeremy Mayfields' '98 Taurus then another 'Bird - The Revell '98 Ram-Air in Sunset Orange, and then the Monogram 70 Boss 302.Stay tuned.Ian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fseva Posted December 6, 2015 Share Posted December 6, 2015 Learning points, well I asked here and on another couple of sites about varnishing over an already very smooth & glossy finish, I took the advice from most folks and applied those extra clear coats and it worked-out... so learning point #1, be brave and with the correct tools and a little luck the finish you want, you can achieve !! Learning point #2, I need to re-learn my BMF 'skills' next time around.Thanks for taking the time to look and/or comment, and as ever all comments, criticism and questions welcome.Looks great to me - I don't see anything wrong with the foiling! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MLMDesign Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Very nice firebird great paint job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubert Rollins Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Very nice looking build Ian. I recently tried my hand at my first BMF job myself. By the time I was done my butt felt thoroughly kicked. Did you go for the ultra- Brite chrome? I did myself, and feel like it was a bad choice. I feel like the regular chrome would probably turn out better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 That Firebird is Just Right! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Hamilton Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 Very Nice!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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