Harry P. Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 This is a 1/16 scale 1904 De Dion Bouton, a small French car. I made a ton of changes to this kit, added a bunch of missing details, and added the trunk in the back. One thing I deleted was the kit windshield. These cars often had no windshield at all (I think a windshield was either optional or an aftermarket owner-installed item), and in this case I liked the look of the car without a windshield. WIP here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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GeeBee Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Simply beautiful ..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbowser Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 I followed the build-up of this, just outstanding work Harry. Plus you make it look so easy, the mark of a true craftsman. That trunk came out nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Very nice. The trunk really looks great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimer50707 Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 That looks great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blunc Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 that's a great looking buggy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramfins59 Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Fabulous work Harry. Your attention to detail is top-notch. Great job as always. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjordan2 Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 The continuation of awesomeness. I'd like to see some outdoor shots that may display the finishes a bit more like they appear to the eye, rather than to the camera with indoor lighting, as good as it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 I'll try and take some daylight photos this weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dare1 Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Wow, very cool car. Wonderful build. I agree, I like it better than with a windshield. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 You knocked that out pretty quick. The trunk looks right at home. Nice job ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cato Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Superb as always Harry. The trunk not correct size to fit a whole wife however. And the famous De Dion rear axle, can you show us that sliding extravaganza? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 Very nice job Harry. Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonioseven Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 Different and VERY cool!! Terrific work!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freakshow12 Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 You have a terrific knack for building these odd subjects. They look fantastic! Keep it up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Colmer Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 That is very sweet. Very tight execution! Well done, Harry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 Very sharp and elegant model.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
traditional Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 Harry, All your brass-era models are so 'cool' and this is no exception. I still think it's time you did an article in the magazine showing the whole collection and background.........something delightfully non-mainstream and super-interesting. I'd certainly enjoy seeing them all together in a multi-page feature. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grumpa Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 Beautiful car Harry! Not something that you would run accross at a Goodguys show! Quick question.....Micro-Scale decals for the gold pinstripe? Or hand done? If they are Micro-Scale...then you have solved an issue for me. Thanks, Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted October 18, 2014 Author Share Posted October 18, 2014 Beautiful car Harry! Not something that you would run accross at a Goodguys show! Quick question.....Micro-Scale decals for the gold pinstripe? Or hand done? If they are Micro-Scale...then you have solved an issue for me. Thanks, Mark "Line O Tape" 1/64" pinstriping tape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grumpa Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 Thanks Harry! For pointing me in the right direction. Really beautiful build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Boy Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 Really nice attention to detail, Harry! Not my cup of tea as far as model subjects go, but I always appreciate the quality craftsmanship in your builds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nacho Z Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 Harry, All your brass-era models are so 'cool' and this is no exception. I still think it's time you did an article in the magazine showing the whole collection and background.........something delightfully non-mainstream and super-interesting. I'd certainly enjoy seeing them all together in a multi-page feature. I agree whole heartedly. I doubt that I will ever buy or build one of these models but I absolutely enjoy following your "builds" . I can learn something from any build, be it cars, airplanes, tanks, figures, etc. It would something to see all of your models in one big group. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 Looks amazing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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