1/48 Monogram AT-6C Tuskegee Double Vee

by David Waples

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This model started with the old Monogram 1/48 T-6 that I found on ebay.  This project was meant to practice with a number of familiar and unfamiliar techniques and materials.  Added were the engine from the Italeri (old Ocidental kit reborn), Eduard T-6 PE set, Squadron vac canopy and masks, weighted True Details main wheels, national insignia from SuperScale, lettering from Eagle Strike Decals, Hamilton Standard propeller labels from Archer Fine Transfers, PE machine gun barrel from a White Ensign Models PT Boat set, aerial connector from Bob’s Buckles, Bare Metal Foil, and various Al clad paints. 

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This airplane was modeled after what is believed to be the last remaining T-6 from Tuskegee which was lovingly restored and operated by Steve Cowell in Colorado.  He restored it exactly as it was at Tuskegee except for painting the fuselage for protection purposes.  If you google “Double Vee” you’ll can learn more about Steve’s plane.  Standard techniques were used to build the model.  The only thing I would probably have done different was use Future as a primer instead of Al clad gray primer.  The raised rivets on this kit made it difficult to get a perfect finish with the Al clad primer.  But at the end of the day it made for an interesting weathered look so no major complaints.  I definitely need to improve my photo capabilities if I’m going to post more photos.  http://www.airportjournals.com/Display.cfm?varID=0507026

Enjoy!

Dave  

Photos and text © by  David Waples