1/48 Testors Ryan PT-20

by Roger Luk

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One might be amazed at how many challenges this little model (About half the size of a Spitfire!) can offer; no interior detail, no engine, no flying wires, and requires a bare metal finish.  This was my first attempt at a bare metal finish.  I opted for the aluminum foil method.  What better way to simulate than with actual sheets of aluminum.  The rest of the airplane was finished with Tamiya Acrylics and Testors' Model Master Enamels.  The kit's decals were used, then the model was coated with Future floor polish. 

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I did add an interior (since this was trainer aircraft there are two cockpits), a faux engine, and invisible thread for the flying wires.

Hope you all enjoyed.

Roger 

Photos and text © by Roger Luk