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by jrlucero
Tue Jan 03, 2012 4:15 pm
Forum: News
Topic: NEWS: "Acid Test" by D.H. Clarke, D.F.C, A.F.C
Replies: 3
Views: 4226

Hello Vince! Thanks for sharing with us this story. Another book on the list to read. It's great to see that the shroud of politics and propaganda is finally being withdrawn with publications like this.The great engineering and design of the Macchi Fighters and other italian aircraft are due a lot m...
by jrlucero
Tue Dec 13, 2011 9:26 am
Forum: Pics
Topic: SLC Maiale
Replies: 6
Views: 14256

Hello GAJouette! The base color of the Maiale is Gunze 302 European Green (FS 34092) as suggested in the Italeri color profiles. I lightened it and darkened it accordingly to create highlights and shades. After painting was done, the highlights where enhanced with a drybrush of a lighter green. The ...
by jrlucero
Tue Dec 06, 2011 10:57 am
Forum: Pics
Topic: M.A.S. 500 serie 4 - from Italeri 1/35
Replies: 8
Views: 16572

Wow Gabriele! Your torpedo boat looks amazing! That one is definately on my to build list on the following years.

It seems it's Xª Flottiglia MAS week here at Stormo.

Best regards,

Jose
by jrlucero
Mon Dec 05, 2011 9:11 pm
Forum: Pics
Topic: SLC Maiale
Replies: 6
Views: 14256

I'm glad you liked the Maiale Vince! I didn't know about that book, it seems very interesting. It's going to go on my to read list, thanks for the tip. I've always been into the Xª Flottiglia MAS and Italeri's kit are just an excuse to learn more. I'll be glad to write the article for the gallery. B...
by jrlucero
Mon Dec 05, 2011 9:49 am
Forum: Pics
Topic: SLC Maiale
Replies: 6
Views: 14256

SLC Maiale

Hello guys! I haven't posted in while, but that doesn't mean that I haven't been following the excellent work posted on Stormo and I'm still making models. This is my SLC Maiale based on Italeri's great 1/35 kit. I finished this one at the beginning of the year. The Maiale doesn't fly but it sure is...
by jrlucero
Thu Jan 13, 2011 1:13 pm
Forum: Pics
Topic: RO57bis - COMPLETED!!!
Replies: 17
Views: 17781

Great job so far Max! I really like how the dark green accentuates the fine lines of the Ro.57. I need to get this kit, I still have the vac Wings model lying around.

Best regards,

Jose
by jrlucero
Fri Jan 07, 2011 8:07 am
Forum: Pics
Topic: W.I.P. Fiat G-55 1/32 P.C.M. COMPLETED !
Replies: 33
Views: 34647

Most impressive work Davide! Every time I see a model and how graciously you share your techniques I get inspired to build more.

Best regards,

José
by jrlucero
Fri Nov 05, 2010 9:07 am
Forum: Pics
Topic: Savoia S.73 - Supermodel kit conversion
Replies: 18
Views: 19045

Most impressive build Peter. I really liked how you tackled the conversion and your finishing.

Best regards,

José
by jrlucero
Thu Nov 04, 2010 9:13 pm
Forum: Pics
Topic: Macchi C.200 - 1/48 Pacific Coast Models
Replies: 9
Views: 9442

Thanks for the profiles Vince, it's clear now, I'll do white 5. Gianni, very interesting story about your uncle, please keep us posted on any new developments in your investigation. Blake, thanks for your comments. The Saetta is my favorite aircraft, I simply hope to do it justice. Best regards, José
by jrlucero
Thu Nov 04, 2010 10:52 am
Forum: Pics
Topic: Macchi C.200 - 1/48 Pacific Coast Models
Replies: 9
Views: 9442

Hello Vince! Thanks for your input. I too like those big white crosses and fuselage cone in white. The dificult thing here is to make out what scheme is applied on some of these Saettas. I've scaned some pictures from Ali D'Italia's Macchi C.200 book to ilustrate our discussion. On this first pictur...
by jrlucero
Wed Nov 03, 2010 2:56 pm
Forum: Pics
Topic: Macchi C.200 - 1/48 Pacific Coast Models
Replies: 9
Views: 9442

Hello Jean my friend! I really like de Saetta too and I promise I'll do the next one in a cool Breda scheme. I've settled that this one will be in the poached eggs scheme. What I haven't decided yet is what markings to use! So many options!!

Best regards,

Jose
by jrlucero
Wed Nov 03, 2010 12:00 pm
Forum: Pics
Topic: Macchi C.200 - 1/48 Pacific Coast Models
Replies: 9
Views: 9442

Macchi C.200 - 1/48 Pacific Coast Models

Hello guys, it's been a long time since I posted anything new. Right now I'm working on the Macchi C.200 in 1/48th scale by Pacific Coast Models. Here are some progress pics: This is the cockpit, painted with lifecolor's Verde Anticorrosione, I still can't manage to get good results with this paints...
by jrlucero
Tue Oct 19, 2010 11:30 am
Forum: Pics
Topic: Macchis 200 gallery
Replies: 18
Views: 16478

Most excellent collection Jean!

Hi Jean! That is simple an amazing collection of Saettas you have there. What kits did you use?

Best regards,

Jose
by jrlucero
Mon Jan 18, 2010 9:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Aeroscale RE.2002 article
Replies: 3
Views: 4788

Hello Jean! I too have read your Wing Masters article, even though french is not my language, but that's what google translation is for!

I'm planning on buiding my Re.2002 in the near future.

Best regards,
by jrlucero
Mon Jan 18, 2010 8:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Has anyone seen the Regia Aeronautica by Chris Dunning book?
Replies: 14
Views: 12812

Well, for what I uderstand This book might cover the areas of camouflage colors similar to Coleri e Insigne by Paolo Waldis and Marino De Bortoli.