I decided to add the main pitot at this stage. The plastic kit part was replaced by a suitable-sized sewing needle.
The underside surfaces were painted with Mr Hobby Aqueous Acrylic RAF Light Aircraft Grey diluted as before and randomly applied for tonal variation.
The masking was then applied in readiness for the main camouflage colours being RAF Dark Sea Grey and Dark Green.
With the Dark Sea Grey areas masked for sharp-edge demarcation the Dark Green has been applied in a similar random manner to create some tonal variation. I applied the Mr Hobby Aqueous Acrylic Dark Green followed by Tamiya acrylic Dark Green. The latter has a slightly lighter and more olive tone and helps with the tonal effect. The Levelling Thinner-to-paint ratio is 60:40 respectively and sprayed at about 15psi.
Some lovely surface details on this kit released back in the late 80’s. For masking the demarcation itself, I used very thin strips of Tamiya Masking Tape.
The basic camouflage application is now complete and shows the Mr Hobby Aqueous Acrylic Light Aircraft Grey on the underside surfaces with some tonal variation.
With the main camouflage colours now applied the airframe has received a protective coat of Mr Superclear Gloss Acrylic/Lacquer Varnish. As always this was applied straight from the rattle can and very quickly dries to give a smooth and solid surface.
Rob Ruscoe says
Looking good Paul 👍
Paul Ainsworth says
Hello and thank you so much,Rob.
I’m really enjoying this kit.I’m sure it would be eagerly received by many if it was released again.The Hunter is a beautiful-looking aircraft but one I rarely came across ‘in the wild’.
My main viewings of the type were at the airshows.
Having built the Academy 1/48 scale rendition many years ago I’m certainly looking forward to adding this one to my collection.
Best Regards,
Paul.😉👍
Michael Chilestone says
Looks good!
Top tip if I may: I don’t know how much weathering you were planning on, but the Wittering Wing were apparently very well looked after, and not too dirty or faded.
Paul Ainsworth says
Hello,Michael – Thank you for your kind reply and feedback.
It’s much appreciated.
I’ve done some ‘tonal variation’ to the colours but not going OTT or heavy with other weathering aspects.I’ll keep it subtle.
Thank you once again.
Best Regards,
Paul.😉👍
Rob Ruscoe says
That is one lovely Hunter Paul! You’re a master at attention to detail. What a pity Revell can’t produce kits like this any more. Rob.R
Paul Ainsworth says
Hello,Rob – Thank you so much for your kind feedback.
It’s greatly appreciated.I’ve a lot to learn but with each project I try my best and at least reflect my passion for the subject.
As for the kit itself, it’s a ‘Golden Oldie’ but there’s great news –
Revell are re-releasing this kit with added new parts to make a ‘two-seater’ variant.I’m sure that’ll be popular!
My Best Regards,
Paul.😉👍