Fjordhouse (23rd December 2011),waffenamt (22nd December 2011),
whsammler (22nd December 2011)
I always like a challenge so when I got these it was just that, a challenge!
First the wings got dipped to get rid of the rust.
Then they got bent into shape - as far as I dared without snapping them.
Then a spare end paddle got put on using original components from a scrap set that was in even worse condition than this.
Finally it was wire brushed.
I'm sure the purists would like it as it was but it'll do me.
Dave.
Fjordhouse (23rd December 2011),waffenamt (22nd December 2011),
whsammler (22nd December 2011)
I say good on ya Dave as you have saved it from rusting completly away. Will look good displayed as is.
cheers
waffy
Waffenamt.
Collector of German ww2 Bomb fuzes and Ordnance.
'The early bird catches the worm!...'
I second what Waffy said!! Brilliant I would be happy to have them in my collection.
Glen
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Glen
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Great sympathetic restoration Dave.
I do admit to being a 'purist' as Dave describes, I do like to see these 'as discovered' and think they tell there own story - a moment captured in time, if you like. However, as waff has already said you have managed to prevent further deteriation in the wings and have been sympathetic in your restoration, which can only be good. What is more you have a record of the wings as they looked before restoration - this to me enhances the finished article as it shows just how sympathetic you have been. I think the finished article speaks for itself - well done Dave.
regards Kev
Thanks for all the comments guys. I'm now deciding what do do next..............
Dave.
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