Sword F3H-2 Demon 1/72 VF-61 Jolly Rogers Full Build

[@BarbosaUral]

I was on CV19 USS Hancock back in 1975. We used A-4's and F-8's. The A-4's were painted the light gull gray. The F-8's where as white as could be. And when it came to weathering, there was none. Our plane crews kept their planes very clean. However, you could always see the occasional fluid streak somewhere around the landing gear bay and from seepage on the underside of the fuselage. But all this was quickly wiped away after they came to the carrier. And the only chipping I can remember was on the nose and wheel covers. But this was just my experience of these two aircraft.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thanks for sharing that! I love getting first hand knowledge! Your service is appreciated.

[@BarbosaUral]

@@HammerheadModelMaking You're quite welcome!

[@Thetindallman]

Thought I’d share a fun fact. I love watching this video of the demon. The f3 h demon would streak a stream of black smoke from the engine, which was unique for the demon; no other plane streaked black smoke.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

That is a fun fact! Thanks for sharing!

[@adam_mawz_maas]

The Demon’s successor, the F-4 was also notorious for making black smoke until smokeless versions of the J79 engines were introduced in the 70’s

[@uberduberdave]

Not smoke, oil. The Allison engine in the Demon had an oil system that vented spent oil from the main engine bearings through the vent. Oil had to be topped off after every mission or the engine would seize. Early A-4 Skyhawks had engines with a similar oil vent system...

[@uberduberdave]

The little PE parts added to wings are called wing fences. The vent is an oil overflow vent, oil paint works. My Dad went on a world cruise from 59 to 60 on the USS Bon Homme Richard. The ships Captain was David McCampbell, WWIIs highest scoring Navy ace. He was really strict guy, so the ship had the most boring Demons in the fleet, just a red tail flash. The Air Force had some wild paint jobs in the 1950s and 60s until a Tactical Air Command General with the same attitude as McCampbell came along made them remove all the flashy paint jobs...

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thanks for the info on the Demon! Much appreciated, also thank you for sharing about your Dad, thats really facinating!

[@brinx8634]

I like your videos. I guess I'm an old man now by anyone's standards, but I still build almost exclusively in god's scale. You really have done this model justice! I have built the old Emhar kit with some photo etch and vac form canopy that I was pleased with. I was familiar with the F-3 only through old photos and drawings. As a consequence, I was surprised at what a big bird it was. Unlike the F-4, its primitive radar needed only a small radome, and in profile drawings it resembled a cute little sparrow. Sorry, now I'm rambling. You are doing something special with this series you have my attention...your love of the subject shines through. Many thanks from a 75 year (old?) Canadian fan.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thank you for the kind words. 72nd second scale is somewhat of a new thing for me, I used to build exclusively in 48 scale. But, 72nd scale has really grown on me, the quality of kits out there is great, they take up far less room in the display case and are significantly easier on the wallet (usually). I too was quite surprised at the size of the Demon, when I started working on the kit, I had to go double check the measurements, I thought maybe it was scaled wrong, but to my surprise its a big jet. By all means, ramble on, I am always up for a good conversation! Thanks for watching and happy modeling! Brett

[@BayouChilehead]

I didn't realize you did more jolly rogers than the Marine Corp planes! Time to pop some popcorn and watch the rest of them!

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

I'm almost done with the entire timeline of JR aircraft, only a small handfull left!

[@Thetindallman]

I was on CVA-60 in 1961-63. I flew an A-4, and there were F3 Demons on the Carrie as well. This looks excellent! Just like the real ones.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Wow, very cool, thank you for sharing!

[@lllordllloyd]

I continue to enjoy your content. I leapt on this kit when it came out, Sword being short run it is easy to miss out if you procrastinate, and I love 50s jets. The tech was just moving so fast then. But, alas, mine sits in my massive stash awaiting its turn. This video will be a big help. My respect especially for 1. sticking that ejection handle on the bang seat and not having it stick to the tweezers, fingers, and anything other than what it is supposed to; 2. Executing all that painting and weathering with the landing gear in place.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thank you for watching! I hope you are able to get to your F3H kit soon, it was an enjoyable build. I often find that I'm way more clumsy using tweezers than my fingers, it just worked out this time! I dont normally add the landing gear prior to painting, but it just made sense because it would all get painted white. I'm surprised I didn't break the nose gear off, it was very fragile!

[@fredtedstedman]

Lovely looking aircraft , unusual intake design , typical McDonnell tail treatment ( Voodoo /Phantom-esque ) love your work ( I have been modelling for over 60 years .) binge wqatching at the moment ............ and yes , black is too strong for a scale model - dark grey is the way to go .

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thank you, and thanks for watching!

[@MoonwalkerModels]

Hi there! 🙂 I'm getting interested in the more modern aircraft. I am a fan of the aircraft!! Don't really have a preference for branch of service! But... You had my full attention when you said "Jolly Rogers!!" 🙂

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Its difficult not to be excited about the Jolly Rogers, iconic aircraft and paint jobs!

[@ramtin-s8722]

really love your narration!

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

I appreciate that, thank you!

[@truthhurts9241]

Hi again, just to say, I like watching skilled modellers at work, especially on unusual kits by never heard of companies. Nice, thanks. The things on the wings are called, (I think) air fences. I think they were used on the British English Electric Lightning to aid stability at transonic speed. If it turns out that I'm totally wrong, Sorry Old Chap.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Air fences sound right to me! Thanks for watching, I've built a few kits now from Sword and I have quite enjoyed them, especially because they tackle lesser known subjects like the Demon here.

[@truthhurts9241]

@@HammerheadModelMaking You keep building them, I'll keep watching and liking them. With Regards.......

[@marcioluissampaio2240]

Great build! I'm a Jolly Rogers fan too.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thanks! Fear the bones!

[@chrissakal532]

From what I remember, the little photo etch parts on the wing leading edges are barricade deflectors.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Interesting! Thanks for the info!

[@steveroach2959]

Beautiful build! Keep ‘em coming

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thanks! Will do!

[@alwoodsmodellingmayhem]

That is a really nice result. Well done.👏👏👏👏

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thank you! 😊

[@gastonroca6984]

you are a great modeller, i really enjoy your videos and your tips, I just would wish, you would put a little more enfasis in the tranparent parts adding some putting and sanding flat to make the more realistic, great work indeed

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thank you for the feed back! Clear parts are definitely an area that I could improve on!

[@jonathanhudak2059]

Oh geez! 🙄

[@kevinhedrich6026]

Awesome build!!

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thanks Kevin!

[@tamedragon66]

Navy, hands down. Airforce needs a whole airfield to take off and land. 😊 Then again, I might be a little biased.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Aren't we all biased 😂 Thanks for watching!

[@kellen5900]

This is amazing! Great work.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thank you!

[@iamjbob]

love watching your build videos, I have to say I'm more of a fan of Navy Aircraft, they just have more Character. Not that I don't enjoy building Airforce Aircraft.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

I'm glad you enjoy the videos, and I agree, navy aircraft have more character!

[@Swanston33]

Another brilliant video and fantastic build!

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thank you! Cheers! Glad you enjoyed it, this was a fun kit to build!

[@Thetindallman]

The engine area isn’t bare metal. It’s shiny because it’s an anti heat material so the afterburner doesn’t melt the metal of the plane

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Interesting, thank you for the additional info.

[@SprueFascinationChannel]

Very nice result 👍

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@zhoujoey306]

What a nice pic of work ! May I have the thinning ratio of this Mr.hobby black 1500?

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thank you for the kind words! I usually use about 70% thinner to 30% Mr Surfacer.

[@jonathanhudak2059]

Excellent build! I like the lines of a lot of these 1950s Jets, F4-D Skyrays, Banshees, Century series as well... So classic looking! A good friend of mine built this kit and said it was a tough build how did it go together for you? Anyways 0nce again a lovely job on such a cool aircraft... I want one of these now! ☺

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

The Sword kits haven't been easy, but if one dry fits constantly, its easy to catch problem areas and get them rectified pretty quickly. I had to do some filing/sanding on the cockpit to get it to seat properly in the fuselage halves, other than that I don't really recall any real issues with the fit.

[@koltoncook9004]

What’s your preferred glue for securing photo etch? About to start a 1/350 Bismarck and your advice and videos have helped a lot to improve my modeling and make it a lot less frustrating! Thanks!

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

I personally prefer superglue (CA Glue), one on the thicker side. I also usually have some de-bonder on hand when doing PE for ships, in the inevitable event I glue a part incorrectly! Good luck on your Bismarck, I really need to add one of those to my stash.

[@Rogerholberg]

Great build. Can you give the name of the company that did the aftermarket decals you used? Thanks.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Sure thing, the company is called CTA Decals.

[@Rogerholberg]

@@HammerheadModelMaking Many thanks. I was watching on a Kindle and just couldn't make out the letters and the name sounded like "Cut a Nad," and I couldn't imagine that was it. I have the Sward Demon and you've inspired me to take it out of the pile and give it a try.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

@@Rogerholberg right on, enjoy the build!

[@benharding5727]

looks great! love u do a 1/72 f-35 as the jolly rogers

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

That would be awesome, when a proper F-35C is released in 1/72 I'll add that to my stash!

[@jamesgriffin5981]

Another brilliant build and video. Always love your videos. Can’t wait for the next one. By the way, Air Force is cooked.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thanks for watching! Glad to see someone stayed to the end!

[@dandy193]

Has the US Navy ever had a modern aircraft but with a early WW2 pacific tricolour scheme? The Royal Air Force made up a Typhoon FGR.4 in Battle of Britain colours, the aircraft is Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 ZK349 RAF Coningsby. The markings were a representation of the scheme worn by Hawker Hurricane Mk.I P3576 of No.249 Squadron, the mount of Flight Lieutenant James Brindley Nicolson on 16th August 1940, the day on which he would be awarded Fighter Commands only Victoria Cross of the Second World War. So that got me wondering if the US Navy did anything the same to commemorate those aircraft and pilots of Pearl Harbour or Midway?

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Yes, the navy has done quite a few heritage paint schemes on their aircraft, there have been a number of legacy Hornets that have worn the tri-color scheme as well as the overall dark sea blue scheme. a few other aircraft have worn both pre-war and early war paint schemes as well. I'm not sure if any of them were to commemorate a specific pilot or event, but images are easy enough to find online.

[@dandy193]

@@HammerheadModelMaking That's Great thank you. I will have a look see what I can find. Would love to build a US modern fighter in early WW2 colours. Would give me an opportunity to practice creating and spraying my own national insignia (Roundels)

[@robertjensen1438]

Just a comment for the algorithm

[@DireWolfee1978]

Friendly advice, edit your Uhms, they get distractring, anyway, congratulations on your content

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thank you for the feed back! Public speaking is definitely not my strong suit, but I will make a better effort to clean up my dialogue. Thanks for watching!

[@michaeldenesyk3195]

I was always wondering about the gunsight for the Demon, it almost seems like it did not have one.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

I'm not entirely sure. The kit didn't provide anything, and I didn't notice one in any reference images I looked at.

[@justanothermodeller7545]

Do you know what would be really sick? A playlist of all the Jolly Rogers builds and/or a full video just showing the entire collection!! Nice job as always! Great inspiration for me to work on my Jolly Rogers collection as well!!

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

I'll for sure to put all of the Jolly Roger builds into a playlist, good idea! As for a video of the collection, I'm definitely planning on a grand reveal, just working on a display for them at the moment. Thanks for watching!

[@thecreekwalker0174]

It's 1/72, so there is not much detail for the scale

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

I've seen some pretty detailed 1/72 kits, I think the limiting factor with this one is that its a limited run kit, they tend to take some shortcuts with details. But I'm still happy with it!

[@Themonkeyman-f6n]

Worst time i ever had building a kit and i have built about 3 dozen

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Yeah, the sword kits can be a little rough, thats the nature of the limited run kits.

[@fundiebasher]

Very nice build! I first saw photos of the Demon back in the 1960s, and even as a kid the genesis of the Phantom was obvious. Just install another engine, crank the wingtips up and the horizontal stabilisers down, increase the size of the vertical stabiliser, and you've got an F-4. Okay, a bit more complex than that, but there is little doubt of the lineage.

[@HammerheadModelMaking]

Thanks for watching! Yeah, its cool to see the design lineage with the Phantom!