Japanese Zero and Nazi dive bomber replica tail fins
Sun Nov 20, 2011 3:31 pm
I just made these replica pieces out of some junk parts that I had. The Zero is made from a Lockheed Electra rudder and the Nazi dive bomber fin is made from a Beech Musketeer tail. I weathered them to make them look more like artifacts. I plan on taking them out and shooting holes in them this week to really finish them off. 
Re: Japanese Zero and Nazi dive bomber replica tail fins
Sun Nov 20, 2011 11:29 pm
Really nice work mate, kudos 
Re: Japanese Zero and Nazi dive bomber replica tail fins
Sun Nov 20, 2011 11:57 pm
Thank you! My goal was to make these look like spoils of war. I saw a photo once of the tail of a Zero on display at an officer's club and I thought that was kind of neat.
Re: Japanese Zero and Nazi dive bomber replica tail fins
Mon Nov 21, 2011 2:07 am
Your welcome. I prefer the salty look that you went for as well. Sort of thing that a GI or a Marine would bring home in their duffel or seabag, dings and all.
Re: Japanese Zero and Nazi dive bomber replica tail fins
Mon Nov 28, 2011 11:07 pm
Did you think about painting the Electra tail fin in Amelia Earhart's markings? 
Re: Japanese Zero and Nazi dive bomber replica tail fins
Mon Nov 28, 2011 11:59 pm
I can't believe I didn't think of that one. I might have to remove the Japanese markings now! I think I like your idea better than mine.
Jason
Jason
Re: Japanese Zero and Nazi dive bomber replica tail fins
Tue Nov 29, 2011 8:45 am
Afterwards, you could leave it on a beach in Hawaii or California, and watch the hilarity ensue! 
SN
SN
Re: Japanese Zero and Nazi dive bomber replica tail fins
Wed Nov 30, 2011 5:16 pm
what a novel & unique idea!! you should market them!!