| Tamiya 1:48 scale Dewoitine D.520 click on images to enlarge I've always liked the lines of this plane and wanted to add it to the collection. On deciding a scheme, I went for the less obvious. This scheme represents the Group de Chasse Doret of the free France. These planes were reclaimed from the Germans and put back into service with their famous mottle jobs still applied. Extras include scratchbuilt seat belts, pitot tube and gun barrels. The finish is Model Master and Tamiya acrylics. Some light post shading was added for weathering along with pastels. The wheels/tail wheel received my usual airbrushed dirt/dust treatment. Colors used: Light Sea Gray, Neutral Gray, Medium Green, Brown, Dark Gray (cockpit) The kit is simple and well done. The fit is great, especially the wing root/fuselage seams. The optional flaps down addition is a nice touch as well. Since the wheels are at an unusual canter, it takes some time to get them lined up correctly and evenly. I recommend the kit to all skill levels but don't recommend the scheme! |
