Steinhauser's Fokker Dr.I

by Bud Pearson

Kit: DML (1:48)

This is The old DML Fokker Dr.I kit in the markings of Ltn. Werner Seinhauser, February 1918. I had started this build with the intention of participating in the Triplane Contest. I used Wojtek Fajga's excellent build of Eduard's Dr.I featured in AeroScale as a guide. I added a leather pouch on the port side and some additional tubular framework and instruments. I used Microsculpt's streaked camo and it went on beautifully. I wanted to build Steinhauser's bird and chose the Blue Rider sheet. With the application of the first Blue Rider decal, I knew this would never be in any contest. The decals are very thick and leave a distinct step from the painted surface to the edge of the decal. I began trimming off as much carrier film as possible to mitigate this effect, but the damage was already done. This, plus the fact that I've never been a huge Fok.Dr.I fan (it's just too damned ubiquitous) prompted me to rush to get it done. So, here she is. I'm not in love with her, but I'd take her home to meet my parents. I now have a reasonable representation of a Fokker Dr.I in my collection and I feel fulfilled.