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| Publisher and Title: |
Windsock Worldwide Modelling Special No.3 - Building the Wingnut Wings Fokker D.VII |
| Media: |
Soft cover, A4 format |
| Price: |
£26.00
available online from Albatros Productions' website |
| Review Type: |
First Read |
| Advantages: |
Excellent format; accomplished author; competent models; interesting collection of period photographs; enlightening narrative; superb colour profiles.. |
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| Conclusion: |
A welcome publication that takes a detailed look at building the Wingnut Wings Fokker D.VII. It is packed with plenty of step-by-step photographs, informative text and stunning artwork. With half of the contents being documentation, the book will prove a boon to modellers of all scales. |
Reviewed by Rob Baumgartner
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This the third “WWI Modelling Special” from Albatros Productions and it focuses on the 1:32 scale Wingnut Wings’ Fokker D.VII.
The purpose of the series is to not only provide hints and tips on producing a better model, but to also educate the builder about the subject itself. It’s all done via 64 high quality pages which are contained within A4 sized soft card covers.
The publication starts with an interview from the guys at Wingnut Wings where they discuss the research and development of their D.VII series. All did not go as smoothly as one would expect…
Part 2 sees the author’s interpretation of an early built Fokker from Jasta 15. A step-by-step 13 page guide fully describes the process taken to modify, assemble, detail, and paint this red and blue machine. All construction images appear in full colour and are accompanied by period photographs, informative text, and an assortment of close-up sketches.
From the desk of Ronny Bar we get 19 superbly rendered colour profiles, with one of the subjects receiving additional upper and lower views. Equally as impressive is Jerry Boucher’s evocative cover piece that depicts the subject of Ray Rimell’s 4th build.
The archives of Greg VanWyngarden, Harry Woodman, and Volker Koos are raided for their tantalising period images. Close up photographs of Mike Carlson’s outstanding airworthy reproduction further educate the reader to the type’s many subtleties.
The author constructs all 4 of the Wingnut releases, with the remaining “late” Fokker, and licence-built Albatros and OAW versions following in Parts 3, 5 and 6 respectively. Once again there are plenty of detailing tips to pass on to the reader; not to mention a little personalisation as well.
For those that like to detail the engine, original 1918 handbook schematics for the BMW IIIa are reproduced. To compliment these illustrations, images of the real powerplant are also supplied.
Dealing with “lozenge” decals can sometimes be a daunting task. To help alleviate any fears, there’s a section that explains how to apply this form of finish. Both the kit’s sheets and those from Aviattic are used in the discussion.
Rounding out the publication is a comprehensive listing of 1:32 scale decals and accessories that can be used on the Fokker D.VII.
This is not a book just for Wingnut Wings fans.
It will be just as useful to modellers of the Fokker D.VII in any scale, as 50% of the publication is reference material. The layout is excellent and the author is only too pleased to pass on his expertise.
There are plenty of hints, tips, and inspiration throughout, and thus comes highly recommended for all fans of this iconic fighter.
Thanks to Albatros Productions for the review sample
Review Copyright © 2014 by Rob Baumgartner
This Page Created on 10 March, 2014
Last updated
11 March, 2014
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