1/32 Polikarpov I-16
Posted: 22 May 2021, 16:38
The new ICM series of I-16 kits are real gems apparently. They all feature good details, crisp molding, and nice engineering to provide a positive fit. Unfortunately, I have this kit instead.
I've enjoyed the Black and White technique for my last two builds and I was curious as to whether it would work for an aircraft. I also decided to build a damaged and abandoned I-16 which I'm sure will surprise no one.
I started with the cockpit and added some simple details. In hindsight, I shouldn't have wasted my time because none of it can be seen once the fuselage is closed up. During my research I found numerous pictures of I-16's with their wings removed. This would require lots of surgery and scratch building, definitely a potential headache given the poor fit of the Azur kit. So, obviously, I jumped right in.
Azur produces short-run kits which have questionable fit and only basic details. However, back in the day, this was the only game in town if you wanted a 1/32 scale I-16.I've enjoyed the Black and White technique for my last two builds and I was curious as to whether it would work for an aircraft. I also decided to build a damaged and abandoned I-16 which I'm sure will surprise no one.
I started with the cockpit and added some simple details. In hindsight, I shouldn't have wasted my time because none of it can be seen once the fuselage is closed up. During my research I found numerous pictures of I-16's with their wings removed. This would require lots of surgery and scratch building, definitely a potential headache given the poor fit of the Azur kit. So, obviously, I jumped right in.