F4U Corsair. Model Engineering. Truly Scratch-Built. One-Off Models.
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1:15 Scale. Model Engineering. One-Off Aluminum Models. Truly Scratch-Built.
The custom metal models built by Guillermo Rojas Bazán are considered the best in the world in their category by several institutions of wide international prestige such as the Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Notre Dame, the National Museum of the United States Air Force and Christie's South Kensington. See "Recognition letters" here:
www.rojasbazan.com/press/inter...
He has worked as a professional model maker in four different countries building over 150 aluminum models in different scales for museums, collectors and aviation art galleries around the world during 38 years. See the related story:
www.rojasbazan.com/models/ind...
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You have truly achieved the ultimate dream of every modeler. You have constructed a true miniature of the full scale plane, down to every rivet. Unbelievable!
@rojasbazan
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir.
I have scratch built large models that had great details, but they look like first grader clay blobs now. Bravo! I would love to see more of how you made all the parts. I am very happy that you have this gift! Who knows how many countries you would have conquered by now if you didn't stay so busy with the models!?
@rojasbazan
3 жыл бұрын
Brian, thank you for the comment. I already started working on my first DVD tutorial a few days ago: I mentioned that in my last video "Ju 87 B-1 part 3". Either way there are many clues to my techniques in several of my videos and in the hundreds of photos uploaded to my website. Watch on my channel the videos about the Zero, the Vought OS2U, or the Stuka (for example), where I show the chronological progress in building my models from start to finish. It is a big help for modelers that have no idea where star. This is a good help for modelers who don't know where to start.
Mr Bazan, Not only you have scratchbuilt a model like I have never seen anyone else do, you than painted it like I have never seen anyone do. Those positive aluminium rivets give the model amazing reality. Than the patina... I'm left speachless. You are the KING!!!
@rojasbazan
Жыл бұрын
Sir, thank you very much for watching my videos and your comments; I really appreciate that.
You built this from scratch? Sir ... allow me to salute you! What a talent you have.
@rojasbazan
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir!
He has more hours in these models than some full-size aircraft I have built. Unbelievable craftsmanship and perseverance.
@rojasbazan
Жыл бұрын
Patrick, thank you for the comment. Yes, it's true; the time I have invested in building my models is tremendous. Comparing, Ford built a B-24 every 60 minutes and I've been working on a 1:20 scale Liberator for two and a half years (full time) and I still haven't finished it!
Amazing. This isn't like building a model, but basically a real plane, just smaller. Respect for such skill and determination.
@rojasbazan
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir. In a couple of months I'll upload my new video about the Ju87 B1, another "engineering model".
There are no words Sir! Totally world class craftsmanship!! Bravo!! Well done!!
@rojasbazan
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comment, Sir!
@mr.morgan5643
3 жыл бұрын
@@rojasbazan Hi again, Your quite welcome!!
I have seen this many times and some of your other models, your talent is incredible , there is no description that can fit your skills
@rojasbazan
9 жыл бұрын
bucky bowman Thank you, Bucky!
It took me a while to realize this is a model and not pictures of a real aircraft! Amazing!
@rojasbazan
7 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir.
My God. Unbelievable. Unequaled. Master piece. Thank you Rojas Bazan.
@rojasbazan
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comment, Joe.
Again, I look at this model and it's hard to believe I'm not looking at a full size Aircraft, I just can't imagine how any person can do such detailed exacting work. What a gift you have, thanks for showing this video.
@rojasbazan
5 жыл бұрын
Sir, in these times where all modeling is based on plastic kits and accessories, it is very motivating for those of us who still work by hand to receive messages like yours. Thank you again!
This work of art should be preserved in a museum
@rojasbazan
8 жыл бұрын
Many of my models are in museums but most are in private collections. Thanks for watching.
To say your work is incredible is a vast understatement.
@rojasbazan
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, James.
Aristotle, Plato, Leonardo Da Vinci, Rembrandt, Michelangelo, Mozart, Bach…… And now Guillermo Rojas Bazan. I know it's been a few years since you posted this, but time has not diminished your incredible accomplishments, but merely allowed us to appreciate them even more. Words do no justice. Thank you will have to suffice! Greetings from the USA.
@rojasbazan
5 жыл бұрын
Thom, thank you very much for the comment (people are going to think that you are someone of my family or my best friend, ha ha). I'm about to finish a Ju87 with lots of details, so I'll soon upload the new video. I also live in the USA.
Guillermo, your workmanship is stunning. Truly, in all respects, you are a consummate artist.
@rojasbazan
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the nice comment, Gareth!
To simply construct a model kit of this magnitude would be noteworthy. To envision, fabricate, and create a model of this caliber from nothing, is truly astounding! You have an extraordinary gift Guillermo, thank you for sharing your masterful work!
@rojasbazan
5 жыл бұрын
Robert, thanks so much! I really appreciate your comment.
Literally one of the most amazing things I’ve seen!
@rojasbazan
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comment, Greg.
Truly beautiful. This is not a model, this is a work of art created by a true master! I am in awe of the detail and can't begin to comprehend the amount of time spent researching and creating this masterpiece. Hats off to you sir!
@rojasbazan
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir. I took a whole year (full time) to build this model.
It's been about a year now since I first stumbled across one of your videos, and I can still say with complete confidence that I've yet to see finer workmanship or attention to detail. Thanks for remaking these amazing pieces of history in all their glory!
This is the most amazing model I've ever seen ! I thought I was good scratch building a few things for 1/25 model cars....now I feel embarrassed . I just can't believe the craftsmanship , the attention to detail...ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE....WOW !!
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
Rob, thank you for the words. In a few days I'll upload new videos about my latest model, a Ju87 B-1 in 1:16 scale, that I consider my best model.
This is 100% legit scale modeling , nothing I have seen in my 40 years compares to your masterpieces!!
@rojasbazan
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir, I appreciate your comment.
wonderful! Wonderful! Wonderful!!! I can sit and watch these videos all night. what a talent
@rojasbazan
10 жыл бұрын
Ted, thank you for watching my videos!
Seriously Sir, your skills are legendary. Thank you for posting!
@rojasbazan
8 жыл бұрын
+celticat61 As other comments, I have just found this after a year (youtube bureaucracy). Thank you for the comment!
Without question Sir, this is the finest (model) I have ever seen. You are Master. I build model ships for a living, 22 years, I'm 58 and I started when I was 5 or 6 and I have never seen such beautiful work. For the rest of my life I will think of your work. Thank you Sir "Master" Thank you. This is the first I have seen of your work.
@rojasbazan
7 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir. My first models were tall ships (my favorite book was Chapman Architectura Navalis Mercatoria). I started working as a professional model maker at age 30, building model airplanes in metal (that over 30 years ago).
Michelangelo and DaVinci would be jealous. Just indescribably incredible. Thanks for sharing your talent and technical prowess.
@rojasbazan
5 жыл бұрын
Pete, thank you very much for the nice message.
Nothing but a top quality museum piece utterly beautiful
@rojasbazan
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Barry.
The level of detail on this is just off the charts! That's not just a model, but an entire aircraft in miniature scale! Props to you sir!😁👍👍
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Dan. In two months I'll upload two videos about my new model, a Ju87 B1.
Bravo. Watching this gives me butterflies in my stomach, realizing that my 40 years of building pale in comparison. Again good sir...BRAVO.
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, Dave.
rojasbazan, Sir, even though this is an old posting, I must say that your work is pure art. I've had an eye toward authenticity all of my life and I've built many models in many different scales with WWII aircraft being my favorite. Your work is the very best that my eyes have ever seen. The weathering effects give your work perfection beyond words. Sir you should be proud, you have a God given gift like no other. I just had to subscribe.
@rojasbazan
6 жыл бұрын
Dear William, thank you so much for sharing your thoughts, I really appreciate it. Guillermo.
You sir, are truly amazing! EVERY TIME I watch your videos and look at your work I have to do a double take to make sure it IS a model and NOT the real thing! I am awestruck and astounded at your fantastic skill and attention to the utmost tiniest of details! Please don't ever stop!
The model is so very, very beautiful. The F4U Corsair is my favourite plane. You are indeed an artisan...a very rare breed of artistic individual. Thank you for making this amazingly beautiful things.
@rojasbazan
5 жыл бұрын
Michael, thank you so much for the kind comment.
Rojas- I'm an artist and furniture maker and modeler and blah blah blah. Your work COMPLETELY BLOWS MY MIND. I wish I could even have a dream that I built something like this. You rock!
This is absolutely incredible !! Amazing crafsmanship !!
@rojasbazan
10 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words, sir!
Holy crap, this isn't a model, you built an actual aircraft! I don't know what to say, this is stunning beyond belief!
@rojasbazan
5 жыл бұрын
Sir, I built only 24 models in 1:15 scale, a few in 1:10 and more than 110 models in scale of 1:40 for three museums. I also built several models on scale 1:24. If you want to know the timeline of my work since 1980 please visit my website or the other 13 videos on this channel. Thank you for the comments.
Outstanding! I love the Corsair. I made a model in CGI using MAYA and it includes the cockpit, complete engine, landing gear/bays even animated the gear functions. You learn a lot about a plane when you build it piece by piece, even in the computer! Again, outstanding workmanship!
This is why I visit your profile! You never fail to amaze with beautiful work, attention to detail and just plain "fun to view"! You do have a great talent and create such excellent examples of old classic aircraft. Very Well Done, Sir!
absolutely incredible. I don't understand how he could make the components without the help of electric powered equipment!
@rojasbazan
9 жыл бұрын
Jim Slaughter I'm going to show that in my tutorial DVD. Thanks for watching.
I've always thought the Corsair was one of, if not the most beautiful aircraft of WWII. This model is just incredible in detail and a real treat to look at. Superb.
Thank you for showing the world your talent and skills!!
Wow! 1/15 model all metal working nicely.. Simply amazing!
@rojasbazan
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir.
Incredible craftmanship. Very well done.
@rojasbazan
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir.
My favorite airplane! Thank you for investing your time to do the work and putting this video up. Much appreciated!
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Paul, I appreciate the kind words!
Excellent, just excellent work! Thank you for posting your video(s)!
@rojasbazan
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jack!
Jaw dropping! I appreciate the silence. No commentary is needed.
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
Miles, my first videos have music, but that brought me some copyright issues and advertising saturation. But the point is that I'm trying to visually show my work as much as possible without almost using words (except for some sentences in English and Spanish).I have friends who watch my videos or visit my website and are from Germany, France, Russia, Italy, China and many other countries and do not understand English, so this is something experimental.
@milesobrien2694
4 жыл бұрын
@@rojasbazan I understand completely. It's an obvious problem as music may be universal, trying to suit everyone's taste is impossible. On the other hand Silence Is Golden!
Where in the world do you find blueprints so detailed? Mind blowing models, couldn’t believe it when I first heard of your work.
@rojasbazan
3 жыл бұрын
Sir, I spend a lot of time searching for technical information and making my own drawings. Watch my video "Ju 87 Part 1" where I explain about that: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lKmnurGfg5ngiLA.html Thank you for watching.
Words fail me, No amount of words can do justice to your patience craftsmanship and dedication. truly stunning and almost impossible to comprehend. You have my upmost respect.
Truly mind blowing attention to detail. I'm totally speechless!!! Very many thanks for sharing! I can't wait to see more of your work!
I believe you have made a pact with the Devil to make such things. The craftsmanship is supernatural.
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
Are you a fan of the Twilight Zone? I only make pacts with my guardian angel. Thank you for watching.
The model maker of the century ! I especially like how the trim tabs on the elevators work like the real thing .
@rojasbazan
9 жыл бұрын
welshpete12 Sir, thank you for the very kind comment!
This is beyond skill and dedication. Quite amazing.
@rojasbazan
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Chris.
In that model hangar, I honestly struggled to tell whether you were showing the model or a real one for comparison. amazing work!
No words, just amazing...I build myself glider models, but in front of such a mastering I just can say that you did nearly the impossible. Congratulations, and as french people say: chapeau !
Absolutely Incredible. Thanks for sharing.
@rojasbazan
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, David.
WOW! If large scale aircraft plastic modeling was considered as intermediate through advanced, then your work is seems to be very extremely advanced.That detail surpasses anything molded in styrene, great work!
Absolutely stunning. 😳 I have never seen anything like this in my life.
@rojasbazan
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jim. I appreciate your kind comment.
rojasbazan, haz llevado el modelo a escala a otra dimension. Para ti, mi mas profunda admiracion.
Absolutely perfect! I havn't seen such detailed work before..... amazing.....👍
@rojasbazan
8 жыл бұрын
+turbocompound Thank you for the comment, sir.
Rojas, I look at your models here and on your website, and they look like they should taxi, line up for take, call the tower for clearance and off then soar off into the wild blue yonder. Bravo!
I wish I could shrink myself to 1:15 scale and take off with it. Speachless!
@rojasbazan
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir.
After looking at your videos and website I've finally figured out how you do it. Magic! Obviously it's just magic! Although I will never be able to even attempt a feat such as this if you do produce DVD's I would purchase them just for the joy of watching you do what you do. Thank you.
The acute sense of detail and dedication command my utmost admiration.
Absolutely talented. The details are astonishing.
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comment, Eric.
Thank you for visiting my channel, Mr.Mullis, I really appreciate your kind words. When I complete the A6M2 Zero I´m going to build a series of smaller models in scales of 1/24 and 1/32.
Once again, you have completed another masterful creation. It is inspiring to a duffer modeler, such as myself, to see what is truly possible señor. Thank You.
One could hardly even call these 'models'. This is a whole different category to anything else.
@rojasbazan
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, James, I really appreciate your comment.
@wimbraber944
3 жыл бұрын
Correct. These are true replicas. The maker got everything perfect, except the size.... :-) Just kidding. This is marvelous. The maker could possibly build a 1:1 working version while blindfolded.
WOW ! Thank you for this video ( and planes of course ) . Hope to see more stuff .
@rojasbazan
9 жыл бұрын
sutte 1 I have uploaded 13 videos on youtube. In the next two months I'm going to upload two new videos. Thank you for watching.
Your work just made any jaws fall off! 👌
@rojasbazan
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Andre.
Holy cow, what a build! And there I have trouble scratch building a basic radio box for a cockpit for a plastic kit! Its amazing theres so many brilliant people in this world that can produce items like this.
@rojasbazan
8 жыл бұрын
+jbvap Thank you for your kind words!
Absolute genius! A work of art of an exceptionally gifted man!
@rojasbazan
6 жыл бұрын
I greatly appreciate your kind words, Ton. Thank you.
@TonVerkleijT3
6 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome Sir!
Thank you for your kind comments, Alex!
A masterpiece of art, form and dedication. The original machines are a wonder to behold, your miniaturized rendition is a such a beautiful recreation as to truely capture the power and grace of the original. I am in awe and have complete respect for your work. Bravo!
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
Muchas gracias por el comentario, Antonio (recién acabo de encontrar este mensaje; youtube ha hecho un desastre con la configuración).
Probably the most detailed and accurate model I've seen in my entire life.. Bravo.
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
I built this Corsair 25 years ago. My Stuka under construction is superior and in my opinion is the best model I ever built. This is because today I have more experience, I work better and the finishing of my models is superior. In two months I'll upload two videos about this new model. Thank you for the comment, sir.
@bliglum
4 жыл бұрын
@@rojasbazan Looking forward to it! Subbed.
Guillermo, nuevamente felicitandote, eres un MAESTRO!!!!!!!!!!!!! en modelismo estoy maravillado y sin palabras, lo unico que les falta a tus modelos es volar.....!!!!!!! Wao!!!!!!!!!! Felicidades desde México.
AMAZING! What talent, absolutely stunning!!!
@rojasbazan
9 жыл бұрын
flatworm00 Thank you, Sir.
Dumbfounded, just.... Amazing. More than an artist, more than a modeler, just a true and pure magician! Thanks for posting!
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the comment!
Thank you for posting this well done
@rojasbazan
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, Stephen.
Maxi, gracias por tus palabras y por estar por acá. Espero tus videos y los del Instituto Aeronaval!
Estimado señor Bazán: Usted no es un genio, ES UN ARTISTA!!!! No alcanzan mis palabras para expresare mi admiración. Simplemente excelente. Un argentino.
You my friend are sick! What you have done is extreme art and beyond perfection. Nice job and can’t wait to see what you produce next.
@rojasbazan
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, sir.
These models are so great, i check you website on a regular basis, and i'am thrilled to see hoe the A6M is coming along!
Señor Guillermo,,,para un modelista no hay peor cosa que haya alguien que haga las cosas mejor que uno,,y para rematar ,, encima que lo muestre,,,,, buenoo,, espectacular,,como ya estamos acostumbrados pero no por eso,, dejar pasar la oportunidad de reconocer la genialidad que has presentado para todos los amantes de la aviacion y el modelismo,,un calido saludo desde Buenos Aires.
Just amazing. The attention to detail is staggering.
@rojasbazan
9 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir.
@jeancarton1611
9 жыл бұрын
rojasbazan me too im am a scale modeler, giant scale warbirds...almost 20 years by now..but when i see this.. i feel humble ! i take my hat off for you and make a deep bow!!
@rojasbazan
9 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind comment, Jean!
breathtaking work! never seen something like this before, congrats!
@rojasbazan
7 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Vivi.
This is the kind of thing I would daydream about doing when I was a kid. With, of course a grain of salt, believing it to be impossible. Awesome achievement sir. Thank you for sharing
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir.
I want one !!!! The time and effort involved with something like this is amazing.
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Richard.
You are out of this world. No words, except: beautiful.
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
thank you, Juan.
Thank you for your kind attention, my friend!
This is nothing short of AMAZING!
No puede ser más hermoso este modelo. Felicitaciones al constructor
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
Muchas gracias Marcelo.
I can explain how this was done...simply pure genius!!!
@rojasbazan
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir.
WOW!!!!! Fantastic, truly you are a master at your craft.
Woow exelente trabajo, realmente una maravilla, gracias por compartir.. Saludos desde Mexico
@rojasbazan
5 жыл бұрын
Muchas gracias por el comentario!
Seriously dude, that's just of the charts unbelievably sensational! You deserve every accolade there is. Wish I had a tenth of your talent and I'd be happy.
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for your nice comment, professor.
@longslongprong
4 жыл бұрын
@@rojasbazan is your book close to being published? I would be first inline Sir.
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
I have ready half the book, but I need to write the second part, which is the one dedicated to my techniques. I hope to be able to publish it this coming year, although I am very time-tight because of the orders I have to build. I have ready half the book, but I need to write the second part, which is dedicated to my techniques. I hope to be able to publish it next year, although I have little time for that because of the commissions I have to comply with.
Wow!!!...truly amazing and incredible.
@rojasbazan
9 жыл бұрын
cplcabs Thank you for the comment and for watching my videos.
Fantastic as always Guillermo !!!! In awe !! /Lars
@rojasbazan
8 жыл бұрын
+Lars Jönlid Thank you for watching my videos, Lars!
@1339LARS
8 жыл бұрын
How can one not ? /Lars
you are truly a gifted man. stunning is the word that comes to mind.
This takes model building to a another level of perfection it's an engineering mmmm! I don't know what to say .it's beautiful.well done sir Respect!
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you , Bernard.
Amazing level of detail....Dedication.
@rojasbazan
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir.
Amazing engineering skills. Thank you for sharing.
@rojasbazan
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir.
This is mind blowing! Massive Respect!
@rojasbazan
4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the kind words, sir.