Grumman TBF Avenger - Hobby 2000 1/72 - Aircraft Model

[@idaemonplasmo]

It is funny when youtube forgets that is not 1. April 😂 The first uploaded version of the video did not have sound, and the quality was only 360p. The best was that on my PC was sounds ok but on my mobile phone not so much 😢 Thanks for the info and comments that reuploading is neccesty. I hope, now is all fine. At least it looks like that.

[@ausrysg5078]

i thought my headphones were broken beacause there was no sound🤣

[@raven1wing1]

Thought mg earbuds were not charged 🤔🤔😆😆😆😆😆

[@dusanbolek8004]

Interesting, because I was waching it and had no problems with sound or quality, just got only to the half of the video and then it was apparently deleted.

[@epi2193]

Looks and sounds great

[@ninus17]

I had Sound on the first one. Very weird

[@harperjohnston2495]

This man is so talented that replacing an entire component of the model is only a “minor modification.” Great job

[@davidgeocaris3082]

Once again you have provided modelers worldwide with powerful inspiration and a multitude of modeling tips and techniques for construction, finishing, and weathering scale model aircraft - and in this video some great insights into successfully working with photo-etch!! Please accept my sincere thanks for this video and all of the videos on your channel. I've been butchering styrene for almost 60 years and I always learn something to improve my modeling when I watch your videos. You are an indispensable resource for the scale modeling community!

[@TheBonsaiZone]

May people would struggle to get this much detail in a 1/32 scale model!! Fantastic!

[@Darth_Giggles]

Utterly speechless! One of my favourite aircraft of the era and you've utterly knocked it out the park. To think the sheer amount of detail you've put in at 72nd scale I would love to see what you could do with a similar build in 32nd scale. I can't wait to see what you have in line next. Hands down best scale modeller I've ever seen!

[@2바이오]

여기한글 아시는분.

[@bertrandviolette9008]

Great job once again, especially at 1/72! Model makers, for information : Navy planes serving on carriers, have a slightly faded color, less contrasted, less shiny, due to salty air and sea water. And they are soiled by graphite-based anti-corrosion products.

[@kennymudder99]

You’re pulling my heart strings here. My grandpa was a TBM pilot in the pacific. Great work! It makes me want to get into modeling!

[@muselikesminecraft]

Go for it! Remember, you don't have to make it as high-quality as PLASMO does. I'm personally not a big fan of the painting part of modelling, but I love building the kits, so I'll often just give my kits a basic single-color coat of paint once they've been built

[@Stop_motionsss]

Bro you really should, I started modelling around a year ago and ever since I have loved it as a hobby!!

[@kennymudder99]

@@Stop_motionsss I think I may. I really want to learn how to airbrush.

[@Stop_motionsss]

@@kennymudder99 even I don’t know how, I only paint by brush

[@Kilosim]

I started in 2020 during quarantine when I had nothing to do, and it has now become one of my favorite hobby. I would say to start with a cheaper kit like an Airfix, and start small.

[@JohnLVieira-t9d]

I just love this particular plane, especially the earlier markings ,Midway and after. Grumman always gets it

[@dlifedt]

I was like "this is pretty slick" and then the lighter reminded me its 1/72. Amazing!!

[@rizdalegend]

Ah yes, the ol' lighter for scale trick.

[@kymvalleygardensdesign5350]

Stunning are you sure that's a 1:72 scale aircraft!

[@JoeSmith-zv4ic]

inspirational as ever. I started making models when I was 7 in 1993.. by the time I was 13-14 I stopped. I did a few in my 20's when I was on a downer and lonely. It brought me great joy. I then started back after seeing you videos 2 years ago. I've only managed 4 models. But really love it when I have the time to get into it. Thankyou for bringing back my childhood. I'm crap at it. But I find it extremely therapeutic.

[@cdpgbc-mw2kz]

Joe Smith I am 55 and back building models. We are our own worse judges. Do not underestimate your abilities. The only thing that matters is the journey. I have a very high stress job and I find it therapeutic, as well. With each one I get better and I try new techniques. Well, I like to think I am getting better and that is all that matters. Denial is wonderful thing. Haha.

[@francisbusa1074]

Former Navy here. Dad served in the Pacific, and taught us boys about the carrier aircraft he vividly remembered. These models put you back in time in the '40's, so incredibly realistic. War's dirty grungy look...

[@daf827]

I love it when you say you’re making “minor modifications.” PLASMO, you have the gift of understatement. Brilliant work, as always.

[@andrewmountford3608]

I don’t know why you buy the plastic kits; you’re good enough to build a real one.

[@r3ynolds_ow581]

I've always wanted to go inside the lower rear room of the plane. It would be so cool to be in.

[@adamkornacki606]

Big boi . It’s really nice build model !

[@MrRagman68]

This is not just great model making, this is art. Thanks for all your great videos.

[@antoeknee4511]

WOW!!! You took this plain Jane kit and made it into a super model. The PE additions with the excellant weathering show us why you are one of the best. Great job!!!

[@jmhub1979]

No matter how good I get at building model kits I'll never be as good as this guy.

[@scalemodelpursuit]

The detail and weathering looks amazing! I love the light gray oil paints on the blue paint to give that salt water aircraft carrier weathering from the sea

[@QuinnVasquez-j4t]

I love how when he says "minor modification" he really means im going to make this part so detailed that you cant tell the difference between the real thing. Absolutely Incredible

[@parascalemodels]

Another Masterclass in scratch building and Weathering ! Thanks for sharing this fine specimen !

[@fsz1981]

When David says "minor modifications" I know the video is going to be great. :)

[@MrSteve280]

Likely the most realistic weathering of a fuselage and wings I've ever seen. The salt wash was very effective. Posting a follow-on video of the results of the Avenger global build exhibition would be appreciated by all.

[@davidhansen994]

I built the Hasegawa TBM-3 straight from the box back in about 1997 or so and i can appreciate how much extra effort you put in to bring this kit up to contemporary standards. Beautiful job!

[@nordicson2835]

Once again l am amazed at your talent and attention to detail , my uncle flew this plane in the Pacific , l think he would have loved to see this , he helped me build my first model , Tiger Tank .

[@codelicious6590]

For some reason, I reallylove the TBF Avenger and this is a masterful treatment of her!

[@scale_history5584]

I don't even need to watch, it's Plasmo + Avenger= great build!

[@marekkoutny368]

Klobouk dolů, pane Mistr. Každé video mi ukáže něco nového. Moc díky za to, že je děláš.

[@mitzyismad]

It's like watching a jeweller when you work with the P.E. Beautiful work.

[@howardkilburn2024]

You're a genius sir!!!! finally got me over my oil paint problems.....MANY MANY thanks Best wishes Howard

[@rengarcia5189]

The Avenger was one of the great naval aircraft of WWII. Thanks for doing the "Ole' Turkey" proud!!

[@anyblunder6782]

It looks fantastic. I lost track of where the actual kit went with all these upgrades but I guess it’s in there somewhere. As usual it was most enjoyable to watch.

[@deenjoan9938]

And just look at the detail you get out of a kit this small , You Sir make build a kit look easy but I know that you put a lot of time and research in to building your kits your skills are over the top and your builds show it thank you for another build you Sir are at a different Level on Building Kits thank you for letting us watch and learn from a True Master at work.

[@GeorgeSundancermusic]

1/72 is a world on its own when you touch it, David !

[@dannyhill5437]

You never cease to amaze me with your patience attention to detail and vast amounts of skill...the Maestro

[@jameslawrie3807]

There should be an 'amazing' button for videos like this

[@jasongeorgeson8551]

I’m separating parts which I don’t need. So , almost all. Builds an awesome model anyway. Love this guy

[@VonRammsteyn]

U never stop to amaze me

[@37sanchezmunozmauricio25]

excellent work, I really liked the finish and the quality of the details, and I was wondering if one day you would build a Top Gun F-14TOMCAT, greetings from Mexico

[@dungquoc631]

The Aircraft model is so beautiful.so excellent, it too elaborate, it too meticulous... Reminiscent of America's heroic history in WWII...Thank you very much. Wishing you and your family good health and happiness.

[@loganski_2158]

Awesome work on the avenger. Love the way you did the weathering. Looks like a carrier worthy aircraft.

[@oldmantech5399]

Wonderful example of detail work. You are a true artist.

[@Jelly-B]

Another great build mate. That's how I'd love my models to look like as if you've just picked it off the runway/battlefield n put it on ur shelf

[@davidp7414]

Wonderful as always. The musical score was perfect. Thank you

[@richardclowes6123]

I never had the desire to weather my models as I liked the 'new showroom' look. I very rarely make comments but after watching this video of he Avenger . . . . . absolutely awesome dood. You clearly have an eye for the colour combinations etc, which i don't as i'm slightly colour blind. The time and dedication that you've clearly submitted to this model has most certainly paid off. I think I will be watching more of your very well presented videos. I will buy some cheap and cheerful models and just start by playing around. You have been most inspirational to me, thank you

[@TheQueer23]

I saw one of these in person a few weeks ago, and every time I see one I am struck by how big they are. for a single engine plane, the avenger is huge.

[@IncogNito-gg6uh]

It blows my mind that there is an industry making photo-etched accessories for all of these kits.

[@NiekkieNick]

Absolutely fantastic!!!!! What an artist you are!!! This is plastic modelling taking to the next level!

[@petermathieson5692]

Simply jaw-dropping skill. Humbling to us mere mortals. Bravo.

[@matickocevar1053]

I just got 1/48 tbf avenger from italeri so this video is great inspiration

[@lebaillidessavoies3889]

Really ....I 've never seen an avenger as perfect as this one .By far the best on internet....and in 1:72 .The paint is awesome but the greatest idea that contributed to the perfection of the result was the thermoformed canopy.

[@robk5865]

Beautiful. You sir are the undisputed youtube king of 1/72 scale planes and tanks. You're treading into museum quality in such a small scale. Would love to see you do one of airfix's 1/32 cars.

[@NorthHeliPilot]

It is wonderful! When I am looking your videos, my skill grows up! Great respect from Russia to you!

[@antoinedutheil7280]

Bob Ross had his "Happy little trees" on his canvas. Plasmo has his "Minor Modifications". Glorious.

[@onkelwerner593]

Happy Easter with a new Plasmo Vidio - Perfect!

[@alex02101967]

NOOOOOO !!! you are in another level the best of the best I can't never reach your level . Thank you to inspire all the community every time

[@karstenerdinger2167]

Very nicely done. I bet you win all kinds of scale modeling awards

[@thomasdarnall8912]

Dude, your work is incredible. You make the Avenger look so realistic, that one can honestly see it take off from the deck to go kick ass. Much love and respect from the US. Bonus fact: A former US President flew in this plane during WWII. His name was George H.W. Bush.

[@skyhager5953]

Love the way you weather aircraft. I work with them myself and notice a lot of people don't realize just how dirty they get if they're not cleaned religiously. Even when they are, you can always look up inside the gear wells and find a healthy coating of oil, exhaust residue, and hydraulic fluid.

[@mauserkk98]

I like it a lot , 1/72 PE is a challenging thought . As always executed to perfection.

[@GhostRider247]

No other words can be used apart from ..... Absolutley Stunning !!!! my god man, what a talent !!!!!

[@stevenpuderbaugh821]

Turning a sow's ear into a silk purse! (A mediocre kit transformed into something exquisite!) My sincere admiration, and thanks for this video.

[@stephenbridges2791]

Very nicely done, as usual. That was a lot of P/E. I've found that lately when I do an extended session with CA glue, I get one hell of a headache from all the fumes. I did a 1/48 SBD Dauntless about 20 years ago that had the complete radio system between the pilot and rear gunner. If I remember correctly it was an Accurate Miniatures. Those radios seem to add a little to the human side of things. Very well done.

[@fredtedstedman]

I can only suggest having a fan on nearbye to disperse the fumes - they are evil !

[@2H80vids]

Superb build, perfect paint and wonderful photography.👌😁

[@SRFriso94]

"The box was empty, however, this was only small inconvenience, I just make set from scratch."

[@markfrommontana]

And in today's video... Plasmo also walks on water and turns water into wine. ;) What can you say, other than bravo!

[@BrushQuill]

Always a joy to watch a master at work. Its amazing end result from the box you opened

[@tomcline5631]

I carved one of these in 1\48 scale out of tulip poplar and red oak! One of the beefiest carrier planes from WW2!

[@donniemontoya9300]

That vacuum formed canopy is so awesome looking. Also some really nice work on the reference photos.

[@cj41079]

you see there is insane detail then there is this....just incredible!

[@nicholaslafrance5735]

All I gotta say is wow.. another build and a out standing job ! Very well done my friend !

[@abrahamzuniga606]

como decimos en México "eres un chingon" y quiere decir que eres excelente !!!!!

[@negotiableaffections]

Absolutely EPIC build and paint. Video is also fine now.

[@darjeelingsama2523]

You are not a guys doing model, you are an artist❤ i hope you will make another battleship (for example the HMS Hood pr the USS Iowa).

[@MrKov1985]

We’ll done plasmo, you’re a world class modeller and make it look easy. Always enjoy your content.

[@casualmilsim2459]

Amazing work David. Thoroughly inspirational

[@jagcop8357]

What an amazing detailed model and that in this small scale. Fantastic work.

[@Azimuth8687]

Stunning weathering. Well done.

[@blumax68]

With all those photoetched...I'd go insane! Awesome job!

[@alsygar6355]

Absolutely superb work at 1/72 brilliant build. Love the Grumman aircraft Wildcats Hellcats etc 👍

[@georgsevsi7422]

Мой любимый самолёт в 72 масштабе ! Очень красивая работа !

[@aviotank]

Fantastic model and always professional videos! PLASMO an example for everyone!

[@brucethemodelnoob]

Beautiful! I love the Avenger. I have the Accurate Miniatures 1/48 TBM-3 in my stash and your video is great inspiration!

[@mikehynes6632]

Wow, just wow! I have no other words. You are such an inspiration!

[@patrickcamp8076]

Inspiring work once again, David. I have a 1/32 scale Avenger part built and seeing your work will motivate me to try out your methods. Thank you👍

[@johntreloar8203]

Very nice build David, I love your attention to detail, and your modifications, well done.

[@bigsparky65]

Excellent workmanship, fantastic details. Your a MASTER MODELER

[@gordonstevenson8205]

Incredible! You're an artist. Well done.

[@fredholmes6284]

My father served in the royal navy in ww2.. he was on a convoy carrier which carried these along with wildcat.. sea-fire.. sea-hurricane & the fantastic fairey swordfish affectionately known as string-bag ..🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@loken67]

It looks like a 1/48 minimum. Fantastic attention to detail.

[@GarbachNL]

What an awesome rendition of this plane. You are a true master of the craft! We have an avenger on display in Gisborne where I live and it is HUGE!

[@mfadls]

My first WW2 airplane kit was the 1/72 TBM Avenger from Airfix , more than 40 years ago. Not only because it was the first, I always remember this plane because at that time I was fascinated with the story of the mysterious disappearance of Flight 19 of Avenger over the Bermuda Triangle in 1945.

[@hotelcharlie-six5408]

Amazing work! Turned a very basic kit into a masterpiece!

[@grantmiller6570]

She's a beauty, great work.

[@NazidKimmie]

Jeez mate, that's some solid aftermarket PE skills there! - lovely and brilliantly done!

[@philbouwer2583]

I have no words you are a master artist awesome work.

[@michawegrzyn9893]

I love your storytelling!

[@fredtedstedman]

love the style and shape of the Avenger , loads of character on this aircraft . You did a great job on her David , love the vacuum canopy looks very real 💛💙

[@dragonflyfx6968]

Wow this could easy put on shame 1/32 or 1/48 kits by level of detail !! Excellent job !