1/48 Tamiya P-47D

by Pete Hudson (Dr Fester)

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Just a few shots of my recently finished Tamiya P47 'Razorback' which was built OTB.  Much has been written about this kit and I can only echo the praise given by others.  I've always been a fan of the 'jug' for its rugged appearance and the support it gave for the bomber formations during the allied offensive.

The kit started as usual in the cockpit, where I used the decal instruments hand cut and placed on the panel sealing with a drop of future.  This was a job I wish I hadn't started but I was pleased with the results after dry brushing.(note to myself-must buy a set of punches)!

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The rest of the model went together with no problems.  Tamiya paints used throughout and after pre-shading and painting, a coat of future went on ready for the decals.  The kit decals were used and the only problem being the nose art decal breaking in 3 places.  Then a weathering pastel wash and paint chipping using XF16, finally a Humbrol Dullcoat to seal everything down.

Not a totally accurate model I know, I have used my 'artistic license' to make what looks good to me.  Anyhow I hope you like it.

Happy Modelling

Pete

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Photos and text © by Pete Hudson