WWII Aircraft Vol. II: Modeling, Detailing, Painting Weathering and Building Dioramas (Paperback)

by Francois Verlinden (Author) "Although considered to be obsolete during the day, the Messerschmitt Bf 110 proved to be a lethal predator by night..." (more)
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Soft cover 48 pages 100+ full color photographs

Following on the heals of the highly successful volume I in this new series, this edition continues the Verlinden legacy of beautifully photographed, incredibly detailed scale models displayed in attractive diorama settings. Again divided into six separate sections, the subjects in this book include three made by the professional staff at Verlinden Studios: a 1:48 scale German twin-engined Messerschmitt Bf 110G-4 nightfighter updated with highly detailed Verlinden Productions resin and photo-etched metal detail parts, a 1:48 scale Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress displayed after having been shot down over Europe, complete with very realistic flak and bullet holes, and finally, a pair of the revolutionary German Me-262 jet fighters, one a single-seat jet bomber, and the other a rare two-seat nightfighter. These two are again highly detailed with Verlinden Productions resin and photo-etched parts, and share a diorama base depicting a routine day on a Luftwaffe airbase, complete w! ith spare parts and maintenance equipment. Two models from Gordon Stronach, a highly skilled professional modeler from the Verlinden staff, are featured including a pair of exquisitely detailed 1:48 German JU-87 Stuka dive bombers undergoing engine changes in a North African setting, and a beautifully detailed and weathered1:48 Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat of the U.S. Navy undergouing routine maintenance on the deck of an aircraft carrier. Another accomplished modeler, Noel Lawson, is credited with a beautifully detailed and painted 1:32 scale SBD-5 Dauntless dive bomber of the U.S.Navy. Each article is supplemented with informative, step-by-step descriptions and photographs to show the reader how such beautiful results were achieved. A must for any serious scale modeler, as well as aviation enthusiasts and WWII buffs.

Product Details

• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Verlinden Publications; 1st edition (January 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1930607415
• ISBN-13: 978-1930607415
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.2 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,067,995 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Verlinden's way with WWII Aircraft, May 24, 2000

By A Customer

Dioramas, a reproduction of scenes of battles or a representation of what is like to be at that period of time. And almost 99.9% are related to Armour or things on Land. With this book, Verlinden has help to open a new area in dioramas where many people have never thought off or simply believe its not possible with planes. Some of the diorama featured includes Ju-87 undergoing maintenance in North Africa, a B-17 that crash landed after returning from a mission, Me 110 or Me 262 preparing for the next mission. It teaches one how to built an model, where to get an idea, what is the colouring of the planes should be with huge and colored photos of the aircraft that is building, accompanied with some reference on what are the paints to use for washing and dry brushing to achieve the desire effect as well as the arrangement of accessories to make a beautiful dioramas. The book itself also offers alternatives of super detailing with aftermarket parts from Verlinden. Something that I like and dislike. I like it because I know what to get if I want to super detail my model, however I would prefer the useage of other items from other modelling companies. Even though Verlinden might be a master in modelling, that doesn't justify that his products surpass others, which is the reason why I don't give it a 5-star rating

4.0 out of 5 stars Verlinden's Aircraft Modeling II, December 26, 2007

By	Clemens Voggeneder (Mainz, Germany) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

A very nice picture booklet; the detailed photos give an impression about the work and how a result can looks like. There are not realy hints how to work it out but very nice pictures. This booklet can be a motivation for the beginner and a box of ideas for the advanced.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Excellent Primer to Study WWII Aircraft, May 25, 2002

By	Charles Brissett Jr (Troy, VT USA) - See all my reviews

My father thinks that these series of books is an excellent way to study the intricacies of WWII aircraft. This series of books is a must have for any WWII buff or veteran...