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Ben M
Don't prime? Not even with my beloved tamiya?

Michael Kohl
Hi Ben. The engravings of this kit are so delicate that they loose depth with the application of primer to such an extent that panellining becomes quite tricky. I would continue to prime models where this doesn't seem to be an issue but modern airliners or small scale models with such fine engravings I will try to do without. I suppose propper surface preparation and use of colors with more 'bite' than acrylics would be a good idea to avoid issues with paint adhesion.

Petar Žorić
Not priming a model with fine shallow lines is a great idea. I would guess if you use stronger lacquer based paints its not an issue. Will try this on my next model with fine lines! Awesome progress BTW looks really good!

Ben M
Tamiya makes "fine surface primer" I think for this application. I find it does not level as well as the regular product though.

Michael Kohl
Almost done. Now I have to adjust the shine. Even with the use of flat clear from Mr. Hobby the paint appears too shiny. Afraid to use AK Ultra Matt as this will be as matt as matt can be and thus maybe a bit too much. Then painting the radon and mounting the exhausts.

Michael Kohl
I was cheerfully positive to finish this bird today. But the gods of modelling had other plans. After removing the canopy masks I discovered an area where paint/varnish has crept under the edge and marred the inside. Shit. But I will live with it. Then I recalled that the seals of the canopy were still to be done. A quick freehand job seemed to be a sure road to regret and disappointment. So I was in for another round of masking. Painting will follow tomorrow- hopefully.

Patrick Hagelstein
What the…! How could I miss this??? Beautiful! 👍🏼

bughunter
Built in a week? Holy moly, great workl 👍
@Ben The finest Primer I know are the MRP ones. It is thinner than many paints! On plastic I still prefer Alclad with micro filler, but the MRP sticks better on resin.

Ben M
Thanks! I'll see next time I'm at the hobby shop if they have MRP stuff. I have always found tamiya primer to stick to anything but I don't like how the fine surface primer can pool and not level.

This phantom one thing I'm really enjoying are the striped metallic portions showing the ribs. It's very well done. And I see lots of great surface detail despite the Mr surfacer.

Mainstream
I agree it's a weird announcement, but i think it's a real one.
Ronny Bar seems to be responsible for the profiles of the decal variants.
That is also the reason why I think this is a first-class kit

Kasper Teunissen
As far as I know this is ran by the guy who formerly ran the european store for aviattic. I think they had a falling out so now he's relaunching without aviattic items. Hence the ww1 focus and stock of gaspatch etc. The kit will likely be resin. As for the website I think quite a lot of AI generated images are used throughout which doesn't help but the guy and store are legit if my assumption is right.

Markus Antonius
Just read the latest newsletter from Richard (Aviattic Ltd.), which confirmed my concerns about Gothaforce, a shady company that should not be supported in any way.

Andrea Brenco
Agree, Markus!

Doubtingmango
Love that camo!

Eelco Gregoire
Mooi pitje Sid! Het ziet er allemaal weer top uit.

Sid de Koning
Thanks guys!

John
Beautiful Spit, Sid. Love the paintjob and details. Looks like Eduard couldn't decide between A and B camo but you caught it.

Rui S
Looking Great 👍