WW1 Custom Paintjobs

**Maniac** · 10-08-2010 07:43

Here are some custom paintjobs I've done on my Wings of War planes. These do have rondals now, the Spad XIII is decked out with US, and the Sopwith in British Livery. I've got a Nieuport in Lafayette Escadrille colors and am working on a second for a friend, as well as another custom Sopwith that I will try and upload photos of.

My Black Sheep Squadron inspired Spad XIII:

My New Mexican Sopwith Volunteer:

**Dom S** · 10-08-2010 07:59

I must admit the SPAD just doesn't float my boat (personal taste and all that) but that Snipe is really rather fetching indeed - seems a bit more understated, and to my eye at least it works all the better for it - nice work.

**bsmith13** · 10-08-2010 08:13

You have quite a steady hand, and I like the way your planes look. Good job!

**gregbond77** · 10-08-2010 16:03

That's some nice work Robert! Liked them both. Have you ever seen pictures of the 94th squadrons(USA) SPAD's in their postwar paint schemes?

**Maniac** · 10-08-2010 16:51

Originally Posted by gregbond77

That's some nice work Robert! Liked them both. Have you ever seen pictures of the 94th squadrons(USA) SPAD's in their postwar paint schemes?

I was just looking at those yesterday as a matter of fact. I think I'd like to paint some of those.

I did do Cook's Spad XIII (Lightning) for a friend, I wish I had a picture of that as I was really pleased with it.

I have recently finished a Bavarian DR1 which I will post (needs 'rondals' which I have on order).

**Oberst Hajj** · 10-08-2010 22:26

Some nice work there, thanks for sharing.

**Pope** · 10-09-2010 11:18

I like the effect given by using the clear plastic circle to represent the prop in action. Could be a useful idea for me when the youngest member of our household does his usual modifications to model planes

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Cheers Aled

**gregbond77** · 10-09-2010 15:41

Originally Posted by Maniac

I was just looking at those yesterday as a matter of fact. I think I'd like to paint some of those.

I did do Cook's Spad XIII (Lightning) for a friend, I wish I had a picture of that as I was really pleased with it.

I have recently finished a Bavarian DR1 which I will post (needs 'rondals' which I have on order).

If you paint them please post pictures, would really like to see them.
Cheers, greg

**Maniac** · 10-09-2010 16:52

So, as promised here are the rest of my customs so far:

LaFayette Escadrille Inspired Nieuport (Reaper):

My Bavarian DR1:

And my Camel (For God and St. George!):

**Dom S** · 10-10-2010 01:12

Blimey, that Dr.I is just plain scary....

**Flying Officer Kyte** · 10-10-2010 01:23

I love the Bavarian. The lozenge pattern is fantastic.
Rob.

**Pope** · 10-10-2010 01:56

You've been busy, I like the indian chief.

**Guntruck** · 10-10-2010 03:13

http://www.wingsofwar.org/forums/pic...pictureid=5021

Now that's just showing off!

**bumblie3** · 10-10-2010 03:53

Brilliant work, Robert. I wish I had your talent.
John.

**Maniac** · 10-10-2010 09:58

Well, the Dr. 1's flag upper wing and wrap had to be done a few times to get them right. So, I won't say I'm a painting virtuoso or anything.

Thanks for the nice comments guys. Dom, if you are the Dom of Dom's Decals those are your British Rondals on the Sopwith, and once they come in I'll be putting your French and German ones on their respective planes. Your decals are spectacular, much better than skytrex.