Grumman J2F-2 Duck

[r0bert]

Glencoe models
1/48 scale plastic model kit



box review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JISKQTKGS4U

build logs
o1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlyBTwr2FkM

02
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1icL9HUr0EY

[Willem]

Hi Bob.

Looks like an interesting kit of a fascinating aircraft. Subbed you so that I can follow your progress.

Best of luck with the rest of the build.

[r0bert]

Thankx Will,
I'm really liking this kit so far, lots of detail to the molding,
and appears to all fit together well.
There are, like with most kits a few issues, like some flash,
the cockpit is way basic and the pilot and gunner are not great, but at least you get them,
and under the canopy, who could tell anyway.
The prop hub is not correct, but can be fixed.
The only real cons I have with this kit so far are that there are no
provisions for rigging, and the canopy is really thick and molded in one piece.
The rigging issue has be covered by adding the anchors using model HO train lift ring
locomotive detail parts as seen in the build logs, and the EZ Line is ordered and on the way.
I may try my hand at vacuum-forming to get a better canopy, or just
live with it.

[UKguyInUSA]

Hmm....fascinating looking plane....will watch this one closely to see your build progress.

[r0bert]

sorry, didn't keep up with the updates on this one,
so I'll lump them all together now

build log 03
http://youtu.be/2rvLSV0XwMM?list=UUMAxR ... It4L1qRpSw

build log 04
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nD4Oe4D5K0

build log 05
http://youtu.be/E4NGOW8646I?list=UUMAxR ... It4L1qRpSw

build log 06
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbxHzie8WWA

duck finished on to the diorama base
http://youtu.be/uUxHhKeMO58?list=UUMAxR ... It4L1qRpSw

The diorama base will copy the box art, and I WILL post progress pics, so far, there's just a hole drilled in the base.

[UKguyInUSA]

Beautiful looking bird, Bob....I subbed you on YT so I can continue watching!

Cheers,

Martin

[portlandjoe]

I built this as a kid and have been thinking about getting it again. I know that I'm going to get it now. Thank you for sharing this and bringing back some fond memories.

[r0bert]

Duck work
base started
we start with a peel and stick tile


mounted on Imex display case base, mounting post installed, and water effect applied to make the waves and wake


the gel will turn clear as it cures




the wave effect


brass mount implanted in the duck



mock up



I will be adding poly fill to hide the rod and to simulate the spray




video update
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GiWa_p- ... It4L1qRpSw

[r0bert]

I'm very honored to my Grumman Duck build featured in the
Glencoe Models Gallery


http://www.glencoemodels.com/Gallery/TheGallery.html

[rodrant]

Very nice model , and the water effect is just great !

[r0bert]

A quick how to for the "water"
using Woodland Scenics water effects gel

http://youtu.be/I42AMbF6RKc?list=UUMAxR ... It4L1qRpSw

[r0bert]

Base finished
highlights and shadows painted on the water



cotton/poly fill added with canopy glue to create spray and mist from the duck



finished diorama







video final and slide show
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtxaS5LR-SE

[HistoryRider]

r0bert! GREAT work!!! what a cool way to show off a Duck!! and thanks for the water techniques!! I have never tried to do any seaplanes specifically due to them having to be near water!

Again great work!!

PS: Ever see Murphy's War? Great flying scenes with a Duck

[UKguyInUSA]

Fabulous looking build and great idea for the foaming water spray.

[r0bert]

Thankx guys, I'm really happy with how it all turned out.

[Willem]

Stunning job. Looks beautiful.