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Sopwith 7F.1 Snipe

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The Sopwith 7F.1 Snipe was a British single-seat biplane fighter of the Royal Air Force (RAF). It was designed and built by the Sopwith Aviation Company during the First World War, and came into squadron service a few weeks before the end of that conflict, in late 1918.

The Snipe was not a fast aircraft by the standards of its time, but its excellent climb and manoeuvrability made it a good match for contemporary German fighters.

It was selected as the standard post-war single seat RAF fighter and the last examples were not retired until 1926. History adapted from Wikipedia
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This is the Wingnut Wings kit marked in the colours of No. 111 Sqn, RAF Duxford, 1924 from the excellent Pheon decal sheet.
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About the Author

About Ryszard Holak (RYSZARD)
FROM: KRAKOW, POLAND


Comments

Ryszard, I've often admired your work and this is no exception. The wood portion of the prop and the subtle shading are great additions to a beautiful model. Crisp and clean is not my choice however in your case it's easy to see the beauty in a factory fresh finish. Congratulations on a magnificent Model. Cheers, Lance
DEC 06, 2013 - 01:48 PM
Another fine build! Consistently spot on. Thanks for the posting.
DEC 06, 2013 - 07:46 PM
Stunning work! I recently acquired the Toko 1/72 Snipe that was missing its decals. You have just given me inspiration for a colourful scheme I could easily make up from spare decal stock.
DEC 09, 2013 - 09:05 AM
Ryszard, simply extraordinary!
DEC 09, 2013 - 03:27 PM
przepiękne jak zwykle ". . .as usual, wonderful!"
DEC 11, 2013 - 03:04 AM