RQ-7B

[jknaus]

I thought I had a thread but I guess not. Almost finished painting this little bird and getting ready for decals. I just need some fine detail work. Added an arrestor hook from .3mm brass rod and a pitot tube of .4mm tubing as well as a small antenna. I wouldnt mind doing another of these but upgraded to todays standards and maybe an Aussie bird.
Vallejo paints. I primed the hook with fire engine red but will be painting it with a brighter red. Also primed the lenses on the FLIR with FER but will redo with a clear red. I hope it will give the effect I want. And it will wear shark mouth markings.
Almost done.
James

 

[moon puppy]

I remember you posting this also James, at least I think you did. Was it before the migration?

Anyway, glad you're making progress

 

[Sharkmouth]

Um... where's the shark mouth James?

LOL

Regards,

 

[moon puppy]

 

[jknaus]

Um... where's the shark mouth James?

LOL

Regards,

On the decal sheet waiting for me to install on the bird

 

[jknaus]

I remember you posting this also James, at least I think you did. Was it before the migration?

Anyway, glad you're making progress

Maybe in one of my other threads. I have had 4 or 5 builds going on and have finished 1, almost finished 2 more, and in between a couple more. Actually building which is awesome
James

 

[jknaus]

A few more things to paint and some teeny tiny decals left to do before a dull coat.

 

[Frank]

Very nice
Frank

 

[moon puppy]

There they are!

 

[sharkman]

Oo.. looks good James!



(no one told me there was a shark emoji on here!

 

[jknaus]

Thanks guys. The cam looks really weird though. Just a few more decals and paint and overcoat and she's done.
James

 

[moon puppy]

Oo.. looks good James!



(no one told me there was a shark emoji on here!

It resurfaced during migration...

 

[jknaus]

Okay just needs a dull coat and a tiny bit of weathering. Lost one decal and misplaced 2 but will live with it. Calling it done except for the aforementioned.

Comments and critiques welcome.
James

 

[moon puppy]

I didn't realize how small that is, the real one I mean. Nice job James! Don't mention the decals and no one will notice.