Kotare news ‘Enter the Emil!’
Like a bandit lurking in the sun, K32024 Kotare 1/32 Bf 109E-4 has been lost to view for a while.
K32015 Hurricane Mk.I (Early) and new Spitfires have hogged the limelight, but behind the scenes the Bf 109E-4 design has been maturing like a fine single malt whisky.
Kotare are deeply grateful for the input of various Bf 109 experts, especially Lynn Ritger who has devoted much time to us.
With Lynn's help we are selecting colour schemes, and here is the outline we approached him for assistance with.
OPTION 1 AND BOX TOP ART
A machine that can be accurately depicted without that symbol that causes so much controversy!
OPTION 2
Many modellers dislike spraying Luftwaffe mottle schemes. This aircraft will have a nice clean splinter camouflage pattern with the high demarcation RLM 65.
OPTION 3
In contrast, many modellers LOVE spraying mottle, so this option will have an aesthetic scheme, and an interesting backstory.
OPTION 4
Continuing the Kotare policy of community engagement, option 4 will be chosen by pre-order customers (see below).
THE ‘KOTARE FIRST 500’
T2 test shot build draw
Previously 20 Hurricane preorder customers had fun with the second batch of test shot sample parts from that upcoming kitset. We have appreciated their efforts to build the kit quickly and send us corrections and suggestions.
The same process will see a random draw to find 20 pre-order customers from the Bf 109E Kotare First 500 who will be given the same opportunity.
Colour scheme input
For Option 4, members of the Kotare First 500 will be able to make suggestions, create a shortlist and then vote in a poll to choose the final markings option. We will supply what YOU want!
Pre-orders will open soon!
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