1:35 Driver / civilian pilot N°1

A driver or civilian pilot in 1:35

This item belongs among the small figure accessories that bring finished models to life. The designation in the name offers two readings: the figure suits the steering wheel of a vehicle just as well as the cockpit of a sport or transport aircraft in civilian colors. 1:35 scale is among the most crowded in modeling, so there are plenty of machines it can be added to.

Two readings of the subject

Versatility is the main asset here. While a uniformed figure ties a scene to a particular period and setting, a civilian suits prewar aviation hardware, postwar cars, racing machines and modern airfield scenes alike. The number after the letter N gives the position within the trio in the line. Anyone building a scene from a civilian setting usually runs into a narrow choice of suitable figures; that is exactly where this subject is aimed.

A recommended procedure for finishing

First clean the surface and let it dry, then apply the primer in a thin coat. The face is worth painting on its own while there is still free access to it from all sides. Finish the hands after it, because the same shades are repeated on them. A civilian's clothing will take a more colorful palette than a service uniform, so feel free to reach for a bold jacket or a knitted sweater.

For which modelers

• for builders of scenes with hardware
• for civilian-marked aircraft
• for lovers of 1:35 scale
• as a human scale standing next to the hardware
• for scenes with no military undertone