PetarB 34 Posted December 15, 2013 Share Posted December 15, 2013 It's been over fifteen years since I've done a commission (they helped put me through university back in the day) so it was with some trepidation I undertook a very special request from a member on this board - a pair of VF-4s! One was to be Skull Squadron battlewagon we're all familiar with, and the other a souped-up Max version with custom decals, weapons and other accessories. Presented here are the two results - built from the resin kit that has been offered here a couple of times. I do like the kit - it's a relatively easy build, but it may be beginning to show it's age as there aren't many straight lines and symmetry is a challenge. Never the less I'm pretty happy with the overall result and the client is as well - he's graciously allowed me to post these pics up for you enjoyment. As of now these birds are very securely packed away to be sent off. I will be sad to see them go. I couldn't resist putting Max and Miriya together in one bonus shot. Thanks for looking! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
modelglue 3 Posted December 15, 2013 Share Posted December 15, 2013 Great work! I know what you mean about the straight lines, my example has some wonky panel lines that look more like worm track than anything else. It's ok though, nothing I can't fix with time and after it's all done I'll have something like you've accomplished here. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cool8or 41 Posted December 15, 2013 Share Posted December 15, 2013 Fantastic look, but I'd like to see more pics of the Miria's version. That zentradi scheme looks very cool!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dobber 325 Posted December 15, 2013 Share Posted December 15, 2013 Outstanding as always Petar! You should have a very happy client! I actually just cleaned up my second kit and am preparing to get started on it too. Got a unique scheme idea for it. Chris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PetarB 34 Posted December 15, 2013 Author Share Posted December 15, 2013 Fantastic look, but I'd like to see more pics of the Miria's version. That zentradi scheme looks very cool!! Perhaps you missed this thread - 1:72 VF-4 Milia Racer Custom Quote Link to post Share on other sites
electric indigo 320 Posted December 15, 2013 Share Posted December 15, 2013 Excellent finish on the Skull Squadron, but the Max & Milia versions really bring out the best of this design. I see you dropped the ventral fin like I did, this bird has too many wings already. Do your recent kits have a different canopy from the Milia aircraft? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Valkyrie addict 90 Posted December 15, 2013 Share Posted December 15, 2013 Your work is always amazing, beautiful! that'll be one happy owner. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nomalbill 2 Posted December 16, 2013 Share Posted December 16, 2013 beautiful~ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PetarB 34 Posted December 16, 2013 Author Share Posted December 16, 2013 I see you dropped the ventral fin like I did, this bird has too many wings already. Do your recent kits have a different canopy from the Milia aircraft? Thanks Roman - and sharp eyes there! I made a custom canopy for the Milia version, since the canopy I received in the kit was not really usable. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mommar 489 Posted December 16, 2013 Share Posted December 16, 2013 I want a transforming 4G in that Max scheme so bad!!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Reïvaj 134 Posted December 16, 2013 Share Posted December 16, 2013 Great job! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Thom 358 Posted December 16, 2013 Share Posted December 16, 2013 Lovely work on a sleek pair of beautiful fighters! You do them justice! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
coronadlux 23 Posted December 16, 2013 Share Posted December 16, 2013 Always great to see your work. I like the subtle changes between the skull and max versions. Actually all 3 are different in small ways. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MechTech 404 Posted December 16, 2013 Share Posted December 16, 2013 Double trouble! What a great looking pair of VF-4's! Your client is blessed for sure! I built the vinyl kit of this from the 80's and the warping drove me nuts! Even with warm water is didn't want to sit right when I re-shaped it. As you've illustreated, when you put the work into it, this is a beautiful plane! - MT Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PetarB 34 Posted December 16, 2013 Author Share Posted December 16, 2013 Thanks for all the kind words - I must say I do find it hard to build stock kits with stock finishes. But I'd love to build an injection-molded kit again soon, it can be quite frustrating building an old resin kit where you're accurate, but the kit is not... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mommar 489 Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 I keep coming back to this thread. That blue is soooooo sexy. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
derex3592 981 Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 it really is...ARE YOU LISTENING ARCADIA????? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mommar 489 Posted December 18, 2013 Share Posted December 18, 2013 I'm tempted to post a pic of that Max on Mr. K's twitter with a "hint hint" message to him. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
vf1x 5 Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 I'm loving all of your VF-4's. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
3D-Brainx 13 Posted February 19, 2014 Share Posted February 19, 2014 That's an amazing job! Hope someone at Arcadia is watching. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.