Something has gone wrong with our hobby when it costs $4,000+ US to buy a plane to compete with. basically killing the hobby. This model is definitely worth it looking at the effort put into making it but if this is what you need to compete it cuts out most people. Same thing happened with RC sailplanes. You could compete with a $80 Pierce Aero Paragon that you had to build yourself and win. Then the prices started going through the roof as people sought a more competitive plane. Drove me out.
That "plane" looks like a fish with dragonfly wings. It's not a model of anything that looks like a real airplane. With all that great technology, you should make something that's pleasing to look at..
How nice to see a proper spray booth, and the operator suited up! Modern paints are far better than they used to be years back, but it's still important to look after your lungs.
Nice. I have always wondered how these high end models have such absolute mirror finish with all the complex paint/decal patterns underneath. So based on the video, any steps created by the decal are smooth out by multiple clear coats, wet sanding, and then waxing at the end. Correct?
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Something has gone wrong with our hobby when it costs $4,000+ US to buy a plane to compete with. basically killing the hobby. This model is definitely worth it looking at the effort put into making it but if this is what you need to compete it cuts out most people. Same thing happened with RC sailplanes. You could compete with a $80 Pierce Aero Paragon that you had to build yourself and win. Then the prices started going through the roof as people sought a more competitive plane. Drove me out.
That "plane" looks like a fish with dragonfly wings. It's not a model of anything that looks like a real airplane. With all that great technology, you should make something that's pleasing to look at..
All you need is $200,000 worth of equipment, another $200,000 in materials an industrial warehouse and skilled employes that take pride in thier work.
The most elegant style of aeromodelling.
2023 F3A WORLD CHAMPION!
How nice to see a proper spray booth, and the operator suited up! Modern paints are far better than they used to be years back, but it's still important to look after your lungs.
Let the Sunshine In...
could you plz share the steps and material used in this including the adhesives
Nice. I have always wondered how these high end models have such absolute mirror finish with all the complex paint/decal patterns underneath. So based on the video, any steps created by the decal are smooth out by multiple clear coats, wet sanding, and then waxing at the end. Correct?
Perfect😊😊😊😊
The definition of craftsmanship!! Well done. Thanks for sharing.
Very impressive, beautiful and serious work !!!!!!
When high craftsmanship and love combine. A++
Amazing!!! Congrats Lassi on this work of art and your win in Belgium! Greetings from Aruba!
I’ve never seen spraying like that, very interesting - beautiful
Thanks for sharing! Amazing work 👌
incredible work
Excellent work!
Awesome nice building and finishing , greetings from Remi, Belgium
Really impressive !