Building the Airfix 1/72 scale Douglas C47 Skytrain for a military heritage display

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A very special day here at Badgerworks - the completion of the first in a series of commissions for a heritage display at an active RAF airbase. I'll not go into any more detail than that, as they'll be doing some press when it all goes live and I don't want to spoil the surprise.
We've built the Airfix 1/72 scale C47 Skytrain, with a livery based loosely on the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight's C47, complete with a couple of paratroopers. Turns out British parachuting technique was different from the US, and this is reflected in the position of the static line anchor, the static lines themselves and other details. The RAF decals came from Hannants.
It's particularly poignant to upload this today, the 75th anniversary of the D Day landings.
#DDay75
www.hannants.co.uk
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@soliisoul3172 4 жыл бұрын

My first airplane build as a child (13). I had none of the skill, but all of the pride. The old man was in the 82nd. Linked my paratroopers to a fish line and strung them out the door. Military inspirations as a boy led to 28 years of service in the Army. HOOAH! Thanks for rekindling my youth and for an awesome model build.

@SteamGeezerUK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, and thanks for sharing that story.

@uio890138 5 жыл бұрын

One these flew over my house the other day, they still have such a sweet sound in flight!! I knew what is was before I even saw it.

@gammonsandwich1756 3 жыл бұрын

I'm not a modeler, but I like watching these videos simply to observe someone who has a level of patience I just don't possess. Well done.

@SteamGeezerUK 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, and thanks for watching :-)

@adamthrelfall5737 5 жыл бұрын

Great, job mate! Really looking forward to the full installation in the casing. I'm sure it will look epic in the little Museum. A lot of hard work, research and dedication went into this build. You should be justifiably proud!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy, that means a lot. Now we've just got to get the rest of them done :-)

@PurpleTT99 5 жыл бұрын

Truly excellent outcome, you can tell there was a bit of passion to get this one just-so. The museum will be so very grateful I've no doubt.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it. They seem pleased enough with it :-)

@kevinburns5762 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing work, and the weathering is on point as well! lovely to see a model that's not overly weathered to death with big black panel lines all over it

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@ramonrodriguezadam3584 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for shedding a bit of a light on the spinning propeller illusion. As always, masterful. Cheers!

@grahams7697 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time and making a great effort towards putting this informative video together 👍 Some people take these tutorials for granted, but I understand how much time is devoted towards production, post-production, editing, dubbing etc. Again - well done! Some really good modelling techniques displayed during both construction and finishing. Some stuff that I had forgotten about...so, thanks for the refresher course! 😊👏👏

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it. I do seem to spend more time editing than building sometimes :-)

@rob9472 5 жыл бұрын

Really bloody top job there fella, Very impressive indeed, Pleased to hear about the commission the more people that can appreciate the work you do the better in my humble opinion, Glad to see something like this for the 75th anniversary.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it :-)

@chrissharp5073 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! A brilliant model build and very fitting for the occasion. In my younger days I was an avid builder if Airfix kits and this was an all time favourite and it's now given me the bug to rekindle my youth!! Thank you.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it. Seriously, that's one of the reasons I make these videos. I look forward to seeing what you come up with.

@garybrounstein7725 4 жыл бұрын

Just finished watching your marvelous video. What made this video stand out from the rest is how you allowed enough time for us to read both the captioning & labels. Excellent approach! Thank you, Gary

@SteamGeezerUK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I actually had some comments on earlier videos that they were a bit quick, so now I try to leave them up with plenty of time for folks to read them :-)

@TheGuitarmanrh 5 жыл бұрын

Wow just wow, the way you did that metal bar was brilliant!!! Watching you build makes me feel like a rank amateur!!! God Bless You!!!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I was an engineer for many years, so it seemed like the best way to go. As it happens, the company who are building the display case were also very pleased with it, as it makes their life easier too :-)

@johntailing5283 5 жыл бұрын

Another stunner of a build , , ! Commissioned by a museum, for a “massively important” historical event display piece, you should quite rightly feel very, very proud. Really can’t wait to see the final display. As usual, superbly produced video - great job, very well done you.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it :-)

@r.a.monigold9789 4 жыл бұрын

Black "stripes" on wing leading edges are De-Icer Boots. Made of rubber sheets with rubber tubes running length wise. Glued and edge screwed onto the wing edges. When the temperature, humidity and altitude were "just right" ice would form on the leading edges and planes would crash. In those "just right" conditions the de-icer boots would inflate - deflate cycling several times a minute - breaking up and preventing new ice. Checking them for holes and tears was/is part of every pre-flight inspection. Beauty build. You are definitely a "Modelers' Modeler". Thank you for sharing...

@SteamGeezerUK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it :-)

@jazzmusician46 2 жыл бұрын

That’s just beautiful. What a wonderful build, and it was a pleasure to watch. Thank you once again.

@michaelhedenby7464 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic job, loved the way you did the spinning props, ingenious. Great paint job as well.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it :-)

@stuartwebster829 2 жыл бұрын

I have decided to return to modelling after a period of approximately 40+ years and have secured several 1/48 B17 ( my favourite) kits to start work on.Have to admit watched your video of the Skytrain and was in total awe at your skill level and attention to detail,the spinning props effect just about sealed it as I am hoping to put my flight of finished fortresses in “flight” mode.Have to admit to be more than a little daunted in starting out as I expect my end results are not going to come anywhere close to what you have achieved,but keeping telling myself that as long as I enjoy it is what really counts.I have subscribed and look forward to working my way through your library of videos. Brilliant work sir. Best wishes Stuart

@idaho2ndgens240 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome build! The paint work is fantastic! The C-47 meant a great deal to my father. He loved that plane. He flew 105 missions in Korea in one, receiving 7 air medals and a DFC while working on Operation Aviary. He dropped partisan spies into North Korea and China in late 1951 and early 52. He said that plane was very tough and took some wicked shelling, still getting him home. They painted theirs black on the underside and half way up for night time air drops. Beautiful work on your build.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that. People sometimes refer to Korea as the "forgotten war", and I think that's true. It's a real shame as it devalues the sacrifices made by people like your father.

@Leviwalker617 4 ай бұрын

What a legend,pilots and soldiers in the Korean War were forgotten,by far some of the toughest out there, thank you for sharing your story

@joecalobeer6396 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful job! I will use your technique for spinning props! Your take on how to make it look realistic is the best I have seen yet!!! As you were cutting out the disc and painting it, I was thinking “just another take on what I’ve already seen “. Then you cut the blades out of the disc and I thought “that is the best interpretation of a spinning prop I have ever seen “! Glad I watched your video!👍🏼

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it. After looking at the reference pictures, it seemed the best way to go.

@rubenruiz8442 5 жыл бұрын

I truly enjoyed watching this video; usually my attention span ends in the first 2 or 3 minutes; but I actually watch all 45-46 minutes!! Wonderful job!! Truly you are a craftsman!!! Thanks!!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it :-)

@gianca60 5 жыл бұрын

Hi from Italy. Airfix brand brings me back memories of a 13 Y.O. kid in 1970's, building those beautiful british and german airplanes, after school and not studying at all. The kid was me. Ciao.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, thanks for watching :-)

@geoffacox 5 жыл бұрын

I am more than happy with the result, just to put it all in perspective, I'm now 75 and a lot of the stuff you use was unheard of, and my first kit was from Frog, when I was 12, so I'm imagining what my models would look like with all this new tech. I really enjoy the trip through my youth that your videos provide Best wishes Geoff, Adelaide SA .

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

I hear you. One of the reasons I started making these videos was because, when I returned to the hobby after 30 years or so, there were so many new things to learn and very little info, so as I figured things out, I thought I'd share that with others in the same boat. Thanks for watching, much appreciated.

@hartleyhare7375 5 жыл бұрын

your attention to detail is amazing, thank you.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :-)

@cuffybert51 4 жыл бұрын

Lovely build. Glad to know I'm not the only nut job around who paints things that will never be seen.

@Yinetteification 5 жыл бұрын

The level of detail is absolutely stunning, very nice, and an appropriate piece for a museum

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@se6550 5 жыл бұрын

Outstanding good sir. Very nicely done.

@toddscollectibles980 5 жыл бұрын

Wow....what a fantastic job you did. Could not take my eyes off the whole video. Work of art.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@p40f20 5 жыл бұрын

Very, very nice!!!! I especially liked your solution for the spinning prop blades!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@Deanedgington 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic work Geezer - your painting skills are top-notch, and your video editing is excellent too! I also do a little modelling, but I've learnt a ton of new tricks watching you work. Many thanks.

@SteamGeezerUK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@chancerNW 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent build and vid, thanks for heads up on what to expect. I have the same kit on my bench at present. I was asked to build it a presentation piece on an airfield display base by a member of my model club who normally builds armour. Stunning end result.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. It's not a bad model, a few minor fitting issues but it's pretty good. The main issue I had was the antenna on the roof - I must have knocked that thing off a dozen times :-)

@BWTIII 5 жыл бұрын

You Sir, are nn artist. Thank you for sharing your passion on such a historic occasion.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

And thank you for watching :-)

@arronjones6985 4 жыл бұрын

Absolute epic build! A fantastic display piece for all ages. Just hope we remember awesome planes like this in the years to come. Guys like you help the youth of today to appreciate our history with your modelling skills. Makes it fun and gets people involved. Great work buddy👍 think I'm gona have ago at a dc3 now. Only ever done small planes, so this should be fun. 😊

@SteamGeezerUK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it :-)

@davidduganne5939 5 жыл бұрын

Been a long time since I've built a plastic kit. Enjoyed the "refresher". Your Douglas looks great!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@allandavis8201 5 жыл бұрын

Having just started modelling again after a 40 year gap (I was working on the real thing for 24 of those years and am no retired) the tips and techniques you have demonstrated are invaluable, didn’t have airbrushes and washes etc all those years ago, thanks for sharing your skills and knowledge. Thumbs up 👍.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. I cam back to modeling after a long time myself, and found it difficult sometimes to find info on newer techniques. That's the main reason I started these videos - to pass on what I learned.

@Markus_Andrew 5 жыл бұрын

I just watched this and you've inspired me, mate. I built dozens of models as a kid and somebody recently gave me an Airfix 1:72 Spitfire Mk.IA that they've had rattling around in a drawer few a few years but never got around to building, so I'm going to give it a crack (the Mk.1A Spit is my all-time fave). It's been a while (I'm pushing 60 now, lol) but already I learned some neat tricks from watching you at work. I've never seen those window masks before, wasn't aware there were such things. There's a bunch of new tools I'm going to have to pick up, but it should be fun. Gorgeous job you did here, the C47 looks fantastic! The museum should be very happy with it.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it. One of the main reasons for making these videos was to pass on what I learned after returning to modeling after a 30 year hiatus, so I'm very happy it's helped you. I made an Airfix Mk.1 Spitfire a while ago, as it happens - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ebGPgLeqz6yRZYk.html

@liamgray9805 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video sir - great build

@g.b.8445 4 жыл бұрын

A really great project and video, fantastic idea with the rod too. Thanks for sharing.

@SteamGeezerUK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :-)

@stuartmackay6635 5 жыл бұрын

An absolutely stunning idea and fantastic build, well done!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@danielblythe5337 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome in flight build! More should be done with model Paratroopers, and with flight dioramas in general! I love the way these Paratroopers and static lines are done. Outstanding the way this is suspended, with less visible means of support than many in flight dioramas. One of my goals is to make opened parachutes with the figures, and for Funny car vintage builds. I have the 60's Hawk Models Parachute assault kit, and I plan to build it, as it has been an inspiration to me of what can be done with parachute models and modeling.

@jorgereixach9509 5 жыл бұрын

For my side, your C-47 looks wonderful . Great Job!! . Next time that I make a DC-3, I will follow your procedures . Thanks for your video.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it :-)

@glynchivers9519 5 жыл бұрын

Bloody Brilliant mate, looks amazing, thanks for sharing your talent with us, i have learnt so much watching your vids.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it :-)

@xjr13john 5 жыл бұрын

Very interesting and significant build, some useful tips here especially the spinning props, great build of an iconic aircraft

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@joaquinperez959 5 жыл бұрын

Sir you are a true master you are to be highly praised for outstanding work!!!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't go that far, but I appreciate the comment :-)

@johnbrown7858 5 жыл бұрын

Great build. The props look really good, and realistic!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@bamafan5317 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful! Stunning work, keep up!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@alexanderdalgety2870 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic piece of work for a museum to display for such a historic event in our history can't believe one idiot gave it a thumbs down.The aircraft looks amazing with the props and such a brilliant idea with the rod in the wings. Be proud of your achievement for all of those who will see it on display and make us all think of those brave men on D. Day and throughout WW2.🇳🇿

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it. As for the thumbs down, everyone's entitled to their opinion ;-)

@shyguygaming9845 Жыл бұрын

What make is the paratrooper ready to jump?

@MrBluemarine007 5 жыл бұрын

Wow what can I say just brilliant... Also thank you as my granddad jumped in to Normandy on D day.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it, and what your granddad did for us all.

@MrBluemarine007 5 жыл бұрын

@@SteamGeezerUK thank you for say that, yes am very proud of what my granddad and gran and uncle's did in the war, also its nice to see you using RAF colours and not the US ones, nice one so thank you again and keep up the grate work ...Nick..

@jshrawder49 4 жыл бұрын

WOW I learned a lot, thank you for showing that amount of detail!!!

@SteamGeezerUK 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching :-)

@paulellam6926 Жыл бұрын

Great work, looks brill, great build video as well, many thanks.

@trinescape 5 жыл бұрын

i am not a model builder ,did when i was youger but i have to say it was a pleasure to watch your skill in that build video ,you are very good at your hobby and thanks for posting i really enjoyed watching cheers Andy

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :-)

@radioactivelarry 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful build and a unique way to display in flight and I really like your props. I have used clear acrylic rods shoving them up jet exhaust and using a little light paint and it looks like the afterburner is lit up. F-16's look good displayed this way as other aircraft will look good this way also.

@SteamGeezerUK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it :-)

@tree267 4 жыл бұрын

Did I intend to watch all 45 mins of this? No. Did I? Yes! Great job, learnt a ton that I can apply to my own models.

@SteamGeezerUK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@warrenchambers4819 5 жыл бұрын

Really nice. I've done something like this once back in high school. I built the 1/48 monogram C-47 and had paratroopers coming out. I'd gotten the idea from a Army recruiting station that had one hanging from the ceiling as well.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

1/48? That must have been huge :-)

@MrBrysie 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant work! Thanks for posting.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :-)

@Theogenerang 5 жыл бұрын

Nicely done. A world away from my attempts as a kid with Airfix in the seventies!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it :-)

@lawrencemartin6041 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Great completed model. Many thanks.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, and thanks for watching :-)

@michaelclay-mccluskey7114 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic model and what a way to pay respect to all those who fought in WW2 well done .

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it.

@RubensBudgetCreations 2 жыл бұрын

I so like the fact that when you use citadel paint you show the pots you're using. Those pots are atleast 25 years old and no longer in production, they even use a different manufacturer now.

@michaelg.1786 5 жыл бұрын

Nice work sir!

@Jactdavis 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome stuff, cracking build 👍😎

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@fulanitoflyer 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! one of my favorite all time planes..

@tango6nf477 4 жыл бұрын

That was truly inspiring and a great tribute to the airborne boys.

@SteamGeezerUK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it :-)

@ianthomson9363 5 жыл бұрын

Another great build and a very important one too- well done for getting the commission! An ingenious way of suspending the model and showing the spinning props, though perhaps there's way of masking to produce fuzzy edges as well? That must be the modeller's Holy Grail! I'm often nipping in to Hannant's too, as I live only a few miles away- perhaps we'll bump into each other one day. Right, it's time I gave youtube a rest and got on with my current build: a 1/24 Routemaster- if you thought the C47 box was big, you should see the size of this one!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it ;-)

@fernandomolano6651 5 жыл бұрын

Great..Job. Thank you for all the details and the information You share. Amazing..!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, and thanks for watching :-)

@michaellord9 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice model... my uncle died at Arnhem flying the Dak - am always astonished to know he was the only recipient of the VC in RAF Transport Command, given the hell all Dak pilots flew through, From D Day to the end of the war.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, and thanks for sharing your story.

@colossalbigfoot256 2 жыл бұрын

Looks awesome. You can also use another clear circle and paint swooshes fading out in direction of prop to give that further movement.

@teevee92 5 жыл бұрын

Such a good trick with the props in motion!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@BigChrisD1965 4 жыл бұрын

Simply awesome, love it. Congratulations.

@SteamGeezerUK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it :-)

@lorenherren8200 4 жыл бұрын

Terrific video, great work, beautiful job!

@SteamGeezerUK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@MarkWoodwardPhotography 5 жыл бұрын

That is truly epic, really great work.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@reconranger1370 5 жыл бұрын

You do really nice work!! Thanks for sharing!!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :-)

@tappedout300xc 5 жыл бұрын

Absolute work of art. Well done.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@robkeeley3823 5 жыл бұрын

You did a great job on this! Very nice

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@mangacz 5 жыл бұрын

Outstanding work!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@jamesbracken4618 5 жыл бұрын

Looks good, I grew up in the 60s with 3 brothers, building models. Our bedroom ceiling had no less then 10 airplanes hanging at various angles and I never thought of making a spinning propeller, cool.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it :-)

@rangerstl07 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, the wing-to-fuselage fit looks REALLY good!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

It goes together pretty well, for the most part. A lot of people don't like Airfix, but I've found some of the newer models are much improved. Not perfect, but much better than they used to be.

@130hengineer 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for building the Dakota for us. Cheers!

@SteamGeezerUK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :-)

@theodoreolson8529 3 жыл бұрын

Brit: DECals Yank: DEEcals Great video. Being a retired logistics officer I have a fondness for the C-47. New subscriber here, great channel. "Most of it won't be seen. But I know it's there." The mark of a great modeler.

@SteamGeezerUK 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it :-)

@wwkdiecastmore5647 5 жыл бұрын

Really nice job on this one, looks great, well done!....Bill

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@2-Hands 5 жыл бұрын

Very NICE, "Thanks" for sharing this with us.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :-)

@marcuslamb-bentley4492 4 жыл бұрын

Propeller idea is brilliant. Nice build

@SteamGeezerUK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@blakerh 5 жыл бұрын

Great job!

@mickd6942 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice job you made of that.

@rankamateurscalemodelling2585 5 жыл бұрын

Crazy coincidence! I literally just stopped watching this great vid when I heard the sound of radial engines overhead. I went outside and flying over me was exactly what you just built - followed by many more! I live in Germany and remembered today they are celebrating the Luftbrücke airlifts to Berlin! It's gonna be a wonderfully noisy day!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

That must have been a wonderful sight to see and hear. People often forget these aircraft took part in many pivotal moments in history. Thanks for sharing that, I wish I could have seen it.

@rankamateurscalemodelling2585 5 жыл бұрын

@@SteamGeezerUK When I heard the 3rd "wave" coming I thought "Doh - video camera". I captured a very short clip of them flying over - if you're interested I can get it to you. Here's a link to the event: foerderverein-luftbruecke-berlin-70.de/?lang=en. Some of it is still in German but Mr. Google should help. You'll find a link to the 30+ planes flying over. Wiesbaden became the adminsitrative centre of the US army after the second world war and they used the small airfield here (as well as Frankfurt down the road) to fly from. As a Brit in his 50s it was a poignant sight! And, by the way, fantastic build. I love the slight twist you always bring into your modelling.

@lorearna 5 жыл бұрын

Great work! Thanks for sharing!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :-)

@ModelNerd 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice display - great idea to show the figures during the jump.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. That was actually a specific request from the client.

@burningb2439 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the build..liked the Props bit as I,ve got a kit to use that on..

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@willmee8772 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent build with some genius ideas. Subscribed.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it :-)

@markellison1364 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent job! Very well done.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@angelreading5098 5 жыл бұрын

Props look amazing ,I am going to steal that idea in the future,I used to use clear discs with scratch marks spun onto them from a Dremel to simulate the same but the cutting of those blades looks much better,a nice diorama piece for the museum,well done sir.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

By all means, feel free. That's what the videos are for :-) Thanks for watching :-)

@No1sonuk 5 жыл бұрын

TBH, a full disc is more like what you'd see if it flew past. The blade arcs in photos are a result of the shutter capturing a small period of time.

@racingislife15 5 жыл бұрын

Holy smokes man that came out beautiful!

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@chrismclennan7917 5 жыл бұрын

A very good build and some good tips, Ta

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it.

@hermanmoore3301 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent idea with the spinning props..something new learnt today.

@SteamGeezerUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I'm glad you found it useful.

@hermanmoore3301 5 жыл бұрын

@@SteamGeezerUK You're welcome I have 4 daks Italeri and Airfix mix to still be built.............so this build was of particular interest to me.I intend to have one with paratroopers.........going to use some of the SHQ brit para fig...........One dak will be medi-vac - one pure cargo - one converted to Floatplane.