FULL BUILD Eduard 1/48 F-104 Limited edition

[@gigr1863]

Great build, only a couple of small issues: the Lockheed C2 ejection seat used on this aircraft does not feature overhead ejection handles, those are typical of Martin Baker IQ-7 and GQ-7 seats, used on more recent Starfighters. Also, the canopy opening handle on the right side should have been aligned with the panel line (this one is totally useless as on the real aircraft the handle is flush with the fuselage and looks like it's just painted on)

[@karinlefevre9988]

Some of the best detail I have ever seen! I have not built a model in 37 years and wanted a refresher; you gave that and then some!

[@AlexModeling]

+Karin Lefevre Honored! :)

[@karinlefevre9988]

One other thing. Where did you get the REMOVE BEFORE FLIGHT flags, come with the kit? It's a nice touch.

[@AlexModeling]

+Karin Lefevre From Eduard company!:)

[@vaughanlockett658]

Nice Alex , i live out in Germany and ordinally from the UK . I work on AC my self and did modeling when i was younger looking to get back into it now . i watch your channel to see your painting skills. > this AC was stationed up the road here at Hahn airport and were housed in nuclear proof bunkers , there still at Hahn plus a engine run bays all disused now as the base was decommissioned the end of 80s.

[@ДенисАнтонов-л1х]

I from Russia , also do modeling , but do not hesitate to show their work . From your I just love it . I will continue to look forward to new videos . Thank you

[@AlexModeling]

+Денис Антонов thank you for enjoying it!

[@wakemanedwards3450]

Alex, I must say, this is one of the most excellent builds I have seen you do! Of course, I have not seen everything you have built, but you just knocked it out of the park in all area's with this beautiful F-104! I was excited to see you posted the full build on this bird and clicked on it right away. Glad I did brother. That looks like a beautiful kit, loved the photo etch cockpit, amazing! All the best to you and your family, God Bless!

[@AlexModeling]

+Wakeman Edwards God Bless Wakeman... thanks as always! :)

[@arodrigues2843]

Hi, Alex.!!! Long time, no see.!!! Beautiful machine, the "Starfighter". Never got tired of it. Only 3 sujestions, if I may: 1)- On the starboard side, the vertical yellow bar of the rescue handle, should be superimposed on the etched handle in the fuselage, a little more towards the front. 2)- The color of the navigation lights are reversed. (Like in politics, the red is on the left). 3)- The starboard (right hand side) leading edge flap, (slat), is slightly angled up, what it's impossible in the real thing.!! And a last remark, (but it's only me), the anti glare, olive drab panel, is a little smudged above the starboard "Rescue" panel.!! Besides those little pormenors, let me congratulate you for such a great modeling.!!! Cheers.!!!

[@peterodriguez7400]

that was a great build I'd like to panel lining I see you're using that meal by a lot good airbrush yeah I'm going to be starting on my first airplane and F-14 Tomcat it's a 1:144 scale well y'all have a good day Alex

[@AlexModeling]

+Pete Rodriguez you too! Thanks!

[@scanor]

Overall a very nice build , a little heavy on the wash maybe. The RNoAF F-104's was kept in prestine condition and washed on a regular basis so they where very clean. On a technical note, The Lockheed C2 seat does not have a ejection handle on the top of the seat. and also RNoAF F-104G's did not have the radar warning receivers installed. Only our CF-104's had these . CF-104's had an allover Green color on the top and a light gray/metallic light gray on the lower fuselage. Your model depics FN-K/61-2625/CN 4025, originally a RF-104G was deliverd to 331'st sqd at Bodø AB on Oct 26 1963, It had just over 19 flying hours at time of delivery and as so was brand new. The jet was lost on sep 18th 1974 , the pilot ejected,however he was to low to seperate from the seat and was killed on impact. Flying time of the jet at the time of the accident was 1878:10 hrs.

[@AlexModeling]

the fact that i placed that pilot was a homage to him... im nt a figure paintet and i did check the history of this jet... pictures only in black and white and i didn t dirty it very much! the pilot is waving because when i read about its death i thought "i wish he could had 3 or 4 more seconds to eject"... thanks dor yoir coment.. very much

[@bigalexg]

Beautiful. I actually liked the music, added a nice dramatic touch. The model is a work of art. I am inspired to up my game.

[@TalksWithDirt]

Very nice! Great build. Loved every minute of it. That kit would look nice sitting next to a Finnish Mig-21.

[@AlexModeling]

I agree!

[@mr.modern4419]

Awesome build and a great model. The realism is incredible!!!! You have some serious skills.

[@AlexModeling]

+mr.modern44 thank you! Just having fun... the kit helped a lot.. but thanks on the compliment

[@flymax4066]

My favourite video from you! Absolutely great paintjob!!

[@AlexModeling]

+flymax Glad you liked it! :)

[@piano24567]

Very god job. I enjoyed your video. Makes me want to buy a modelkit of a 104 right away. A remarkable aircraft. And made with the right concentration, skills and patience. 😀

[@AlexModeling]

thank you Dennis

[@MottysMilitaryModels]

you really dont suck at figure painting you are brill, great video and great build well done ! come on portugal !

[@AlexModeling]

+Steve Mottram thanks for your kind words Steve.. go Portugal!:)

[@PatrickMcTie]

Really great work Alex! I hope you display this in an area that everyone in your home can view it!

[@AlexModeling]

yes Patrick... Sue wants it that way and i like this build very much! :)

[@nausicaaish]

bien visible ,peinture aussi ,beau montage ....bravo ...

[@AlexModeling]

+Robert Salanon merci beaucoup!

[@type2280303]

absolutely outstanding work you done, the build is awesome and the weathering very realistic, looks like the real plane loved to watch the video and enjoyed every second off it !!!

[@AlexModeling]

thank you so much! :) thanks for watching it!

[@Spawn-td8bf]

Beautiful results. Thanks for posting and God Bless.

[@AlexModeling]

+Spawn 1960 thank you for watching! God bless

[@markpearce9619]

Another great full video build from the 'House of Alex' Studios. Nice job Alex 😜 Especially liked the ending ..… the VERY end, I mean. Lovely pic of you and a very attractive young lady. You didn't look TOOOOOO bad yourself, either! 😜 It's good to have you back, Alex. 😎😜

[@AlexModeling]

+Mark Pearce eheheh... my best "model" so far on a 1/1 scale:) thanks Mark

[@georgebrown6540]

As always Alex, fantastic build, thanks for sharing.

[@AlexModeling]

thank you!

[@non-prolific135thscalemode7]

Alex, you mad man! What a beautiful build! Great skills, especially with the PE and paint job. I love it. Take care. :) Jens

[@AlexModeling]

Hy Jan!! yeah.. im not too right on my head! but i loved doing this one:)

[@johnkvern1]

Thank you very very much , for building and painting a Norwegian Starfighter , I am an Norwegian :-) So thanks again .

[@AlexModeling]

+john kvernevik My pleasure... i hope you like it!

[@johnkvern1]

Eduards 1/48 F -1o4 looking like a good kit .I love to build it myself , is it a rare kit ??By th way I love it :-)

[@AlexModeling]

+john kvernevik if you can nor find an eduard kit.. try the HASEGAWA (its the same kit) and buy an eduard photo etched set:)

[@johnkvern1]

Thank you for the tip :-)

[@jazzalba6831]

Great working, is incredible, saluted since Puebla, Mexico

[@AlexModeling]

Thanks so much!

[@jifjaf69]

Great work again Alex, I think that is some of your best work yet. Keep it coming!

[@AlexModeling]

I agree! Thanks!:)

[@BobBuesking]

Bravo Alex! Really turned out great! Can't wait for my A-K paints to arrive so I can start my B-58 Hustler!

[@AlexModeling]

A B58... my favorite cold war plane! :)

[@maartendeklein7420]

That metal color , very nice done👍, graetings from holland.

[@ZicajosProductions]

Absolutely awesome! Very nice work... getting me back into modeling, my friend! God bless!

[@AlexModeling]

Have fun! honored if this braught you back! :)

[@marianmm7034]

Well done and nice presentation. What more to sayAlex,... it´s beautiful!!!

[@AlexModeling]

Marian Thanks:)

[@Twentecable]

Those limited edition kits are lovely. I currently build the P47 jugs over Germany kit. Really alot of fun. Nice Vid (as Always).gr TC

[@AlexModeling]

+Twentecable they are a beauty to build! Good luck for yours! Im starting the DRAKEN from them also...

[@Twentecable]

I will be sure to keep an eye on your channel for the build vlog (like Always). I am considering of putting a photo vlog of my build too. I would be happy if you would watch it when the time comes :).

[@AlexModeling]

Twentecable my pleasure... just give me a haul when the time comes!

[@Kairasp1]

I surely enjoyed your fantastic build, keep it up

[@AlexModeling]

Kairasp Daruwala Thank you :)

[@CapLAGOS]

Alex, great work! :) building the plane infront of the camera cost so much more time! beautiful images and excellent work on this beauty! thanks for your patience!^^

[@AlexModeling]

hello Cap nice to see you... you know how much it cost right? its a freaking nightmare! but im a big fan of the 104 and i thought it was worth it! thanks for watching and for knowing the time it took!:)

[@pedrotome9119]

O F-104 Starfighter ! O amigo é de outro mundo! Imoecável!! O ''fazedor de viúvas''!! Mas muito elegante e um ícone da minha juventude na banda desenhada, que hoje surge também revivido aqui na ''banda larga''...lol!!!

[@cristianookuda726]

Alex seu trabalho está melhorando a cada dia! bom trabalho!

[@AlexModeling]

+Cristiano Okuda obrigado Cristiano!

[@Felisbarcinonensis]

Muito muito bom Alex! Te ha quedado espectacular!!!

[@AlexModeling]

pienso que si amigo mio... este kit es fenomenal... gracias

[@neilhaas6024]

I like the Norwegian f-104 starfighter besides the norwegian f-16s.

[@ManCupboardModels]

Great work! She's stunning! Cheers, Karl

[@AlexModeling]

+Man-Cupboard Models Thanks Karl

[@eduardofuentes5800]

Any tips for modeling? Great build

[@blatalus]

Mr.Alex, i can only say WAUW perfect bild mine friend, god bless you

[@AlexModeling]

+blatalus God bless my friend! Vielen Danke!

[@JavierSanchezdelRio]

Lovely build Alex!!!

[@AlexModeling]

Hola Javier! Gracias Companero!:)

[@TheSpeedy197]

GReat work Alex love the cockpit

[@AlexModeling]

+TheSpeedy197 great to see you Speedy! :)

[@Robin6512]

Great build. would have loved to see it in the Dutch 312 SQN colors

[@sclarke978]

beautiful build Alex

[@AlexModeling]

thank you Clark!

[@davidandreotti9191]

Looks fantastic bro. Your eye for detail and color is second to none. Thank you for posting another build, it keeps me motivated. Semper fi brother

[@AlexModeling]

Rangers lead the way bro! :)

[@lucianodeltorchio1912]

Ciao Alex, which tool have you used to place/fixed decals other than q-tips?

[@AlexModeling]

Hello! I used decalfix from Airfix to fix and make the decals conforme to the surface

[@lucianodeltorchio1912]

Grazie, I see Decalfix but you have used a tool to place and over the decals. Not only q-tip. Beautiful job as ever!

[@markeager2945]

very enjoyable build like your style

[@gianluigimarino8264]

Great model and best work

[@Tareezo]

We're proud to have a flying F-104 Starfighter in Norway now, so I love that you decided to do it with Norwegian markings. But I'm sorry to say the roundels are the wrong way round. 😥

[@AlexModeling]

Yes... unfortunatly and i am sorry for that...

[@oyevintj]

The roundels are the right way.

[@grahamleach9440]

Superb job!

[@ZicajosProductions]

A question... once you do the panel line pin wash, do you wait until it has dried to wipe away the excess, or do you do while it is wet, or partly dry? Thanks. I can't seem to get my pinwashes to stay on when I wipe them (I wipe when they are dry).

[@AlexModeling]

+Joe N. Hello! If you wait patiently for a day or a night you will get better results... my advice is... do the wash just before "closing the shop" that day :) and when you go to sleep or work or whatever when you return it will be dry.. and will get better into the panels:)

[@ZicajosProductions]

AlexModeling Ah, thanks! Is it better to use a mineral-spirit-dampened cloth or use a cute-tip/cotton swab?

[@ZicajosProductions]

AlexModeling Thank you!

[@mikehale1728]

Your work is incredible!

[@AlexModeling]

+Mike Hale Thank you Mike!!

[@iones8065]

great job,like always!!!

[@AlexModeling]

thank you very much! :)

[@ferdimeester4261]

Nice build!

[@Adamslee72]

great video.build Alex awesome work as always

[@AlexModeling]

Thanks!

[@yerang7777]

Very nice build!

[@AlexModeling]

Thank you :)

[@typhoonrastas]

awesome job!!! now, after seeing this video I want to build a modern jet 😈😈

[@AlexModeling]

Do it! ;)

[@typhoonrastas]

+AlexModeling yea, but I have too many fronts opened, a p-51, a hawker typhoon, a sherman and a strv-122... too many 😂😂

[@AlexModeling]

+typhoon rastas ok ok:) finish those first and then.... JUST DO IT!!:)

[@burger69100]

verry nice again i will make the dutch version

[@AlexModeling]

+Marcel Burger Im building the 1 32 Italeri.. german.. nice jet the F104

[@e.engelmichael1481]

Outstanding Artwork Alex! I like how you weathered the Lady. May i say you have done the position lights wrong in colour..Lefthand ( Portside) is red and not green. Righthand ( Starboard) is green and not red. Cheers M8.

[@AlexModeling]

+Mike Bradley I realise that after filming it... its already corrected... thanks M8

[@Filmman586]

Great job Alex!

[@AlexModeling]

Hey Louie! Thanks! hows my comrade in arms your son? :)

[@Filmman586]

+AlexModeling he's doing great! Just finished his sophomore year with a GPA of 3.8!!! Very proud of him!

[@AlexModeling]

+Louis Matarazzo (Filmman586) HURRA!! way to go! send him my best wishes we dont know each other but he IS my brother:) (kinda my son but that makes me feel old) :) my respects to you and to your family!:)

[@Filmman586]

+AlexModeling will do my friend! I consider you a close friend too!

[@AlexModeling]

+Louis Matarazzo (Filmman586) its mutual! All the best to you brother

[@zroxbv]

Mt bom trabalho mano! Como sempre... ;) Beijinhos

[@AlexModeling]

obrigado maninha... beijinho

[@hankhenry9199]

Great. Now I want to go build a real 104!

[@romankratochvil1937]

Very good work, very good video.

[@AlexModeling]

+Roman Kratochvil Thank you!

[@fleetwarrior75]

is the Rescue decal correct placement? Awesome work!!!

[@norbertpecheq3427]

Yes,it´s correct...by F-104 is canopy opening in opposite direction...who knows why??

[@AlexModeling]

+Norbert Pešek Do your research better!

[@SingleMaltZombie]

The canopy opening is indeed facing the right way. The rescue decal is a bit too far off from the radar dome, same with the canopy release, but I guess only a few would notice that! Great build, Alex!

[@UKscalemodeller]

that is nothing short of f&£%ing stunning Alex.

[@AlexModeling]

Thanks Ian... thank you very much!

[@andreypetrovish3319]

Great build

[@AlexModeling]

thank you!

[@robertobllstrs]

buenos trabajos.....

[@AlexModeling]

+roberto ballesteros muchas gracias. Para El señor tanbien:)

[@AlexModeling]

+roberto ballesteros uma question si me permite.. es usted el señor Roberto Ballesteros Morales?

[@peterodriguez7400]

yeah I want you to know that I've watched all your videos

[@AlexModeling]

honored! :) thanks

[@allanmartinez1190]

Hello Sir I'm sorry to bother you I just wanted to know what is the best type of glue to use on PE Parts? Why does the F-104 have different color panels on its fuselage?Thank you for your time Sincerely Allan

[@AlexModeling]

CA GLUE the gel type for me is very good, and a kicker also to make it dry instantly!

[@gregcarlton1798]

I didn't care for the music either, but I know how to mute. More than that I missed your narration! One more thing, Pretty much everybody sucks at figure painting at 1/48 scale. Rock on mate!

[@m1a1hm]

Outstanding work!!!!!!

[@AlexModeling]

thank you so much!

[@rwendrwend]

Bom trabalho!

[@AlexModeling]

+Roberto Wendling obrigado Roberto

[@inobiondo5432]

Wow very nice...

[@AlexModeling]

Thanks

[@arodrigues2843]

Alex, those decals are for a NORWEGIAN a/c.!!!!!

[@tomcovert5070]

a master peace , beautiful

[@AlexModeling]

+Thomas Covert thanks

[@bpezzano1]

Great build my friend! :-)

[@AlexModeling]

thank you!:)

[@zachs9913]

Love this build!

[@finnishmodelling1608]

Apply the decals before you wash the model. But a good kit!

[@AlexModeling]

I know why i did it first! did you noticed i gave 4 washes?

[@Luftangreifer]

looks absolutely fantastic

[@AlexModeling]

thanks! :)

[@antoniodellaragione6091]

Stupendo come al solito ....👍👍👍👍👍 Desidero sapere dove compri questi Kit fantastici , su quale sito Web acquisti . Grazie

[@AlexModeling]

Comprei na minha loja local :)

[@antoniodellaragione6091]

Posso comprare anche io online ???

[@fubarmodelyard1392]

awesome work of art. she's beautiful

[@AlexModeling]

Thank you so much Benny!

[@tasospatriwtis396]

i whose an elektresian in this plane in 1979 1981 in greek air forse i love this plane i have lovely memories thanks

[@AlexModeling]

thank you for sharing this with me! My respects from Portugal! :)

[@satishavasthi8906]

Well done, Alex. Looks so realistic! I give you full marks, but cut this ghastly noise.

[@stevemendoza3]

At the end is your display a picture of Moffett Field? Where did you get it?

[@AlexModeling]

+STEVE MENDOZA I just fot it from the internet mate! :)

[@Duececoupe]

👍👌👏 Great build!

[@LucDesaulniers1]

Love the sound track

[@raulferreira9703]

Muito bom, parabéns.....

[@AlexModeling]

+Raul Ferreira Muito obrigado Raul! Grande abraço!

[@modeltankguy]

damn Alex this is awesome plz keep them coming

[@arodrigues2843]

Are you spray painting the instructions sheet.?????

[@luisdomingues7785]

bom dia alex muito bom ,adorei o teu trabalho mais uma vez espetaculo desculpa ser em portugues o meu amigo tradutor ta de ferias abraço

[@AlexModeling]

Luis bom dia! DEVE SER MESMO EM PORTUGUES meu amigo... é o que eu sou com muito orgulho! fica bem e obrigado!;)

[@TedsScaleModeling]

Alex a wonderful build! I will use some of your techniques on my 1/72 Airfix British EE Lightning. May I ask what you found worked best to clean your airbrush after spraying the AK Xtreme Metal paints? Which cleaner? Thank you and keep up the great projects. Be safe out there, brother.

[@AlexModeling]

I used Tamyia AB Cleaner! worked as a charm for me!:)

[@Bj0rn_net]

Greetings from Norway :)

[@AlexModeling]

+bj0rn_net greetings from Portugal :)

[@temnymnich]

perfect job

[@AlexModeling]

thanks!:)

[@MrOpiatesoul]

beautiful. subbed

[@AlexModeling]

thanks :)

[@ДенисАнтонов-л1х]

Brilliantly !!!

[@AlexModeling]

+Денис Антонов Thank you! :)

[@johnong7196]

Decals should be in place before the panel washing.

[@AlexModeling]

+John Ong did you noticed that i gave 4 washes? 2 before.. and 2... after?

[@notjeeves5454]

Question, where do you get your model kits

[@AlexModeling]

On Ebay and most of all on my local hobbie shop... Always help local business

[@notjeeves5454]

AlexModeling thanks

[@danielcgomez]

excellent!

[@AlexModeling]

Thank you!

[@karinlefevre9988]

Im a retired Nurse Aide gone into antique and vintage watch repair. My grandson came in wanting to help but the microscopic screws are just that. You can see a tiny object but need at least a 10x powered loupe to see it. So what better way to built something than start out with a side by side build of an F-104 Starfighter by Revell! So I have one from ebay for 15 bucks the rest for almost 50. Does anyone know where to buy models for a down to earth price?

[@AlexModeling]

Karin Lefevre go to ebay auctions! Sometimes you can get a good kit dor a few bucks... or to those second hand garage sales! :) thank you!

[@MONTY-YTNOM]

I thought this was the Hasagawa kit. But it's not. I got one and started this week. I got the wrong one :) I wanted a silver like this. I got the special colours one. Still a nice kit just need to find other decals. Or buy another F-104 :)

[@MONTY-YTNOM]

Or a slightly different version of the Hasegawa

[@rolfmay660]

I am fear to sit in this aircraft for me it s a nightmare. Starfighter f 104 is a widowmaker. So many pilots died about it

[@pedrotome9119]

Yes! So I always hear that too. Portugal did never have it, but Spain did. Someday, I shall ask them. This aircraft is more a rocket or a human guided missile...!

[@Ducesweden]

You tink that was fun? Then wait untill you build Italeris in 1/32. ;) Speaking of that, when will you build it?

[@AlexModeling]

+Ducesweden its 95% done already! :)

[@Ducesweden]

AlexModeling And no videobuild?! :D

[@AlexModeling]

+Ducesweden im filming it actualy! just going to stop for a while but its going definitly to be built and video build! :)

[@Ducesweden]

Awesome!

[@AlexModeling]

+Ducesweden thanks:)