Ju 87 B-1 Stuka- Model Engineering- Metal Construction- Truly Scratch Built- Part 1

1:16 Scale. Model Engineering. One-Off Aluminum Model. 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:
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:

[VC]

I have been making models for the last 45 years, - scratch, kit, flying and static. I have seen countless modelling videos on the web and have met brilliant modellers. This is the first time that I am seeing a model maker who can only be called a Legend. I bow my head to you. You Sir, have raised the bar beyond sight.

[alanbooker]

I have been a fan for many years but this project is mind-blowing. I don't think anyone on earth could match this level of perfection.

[enhancesoutheast]

Sound of my lower jaw hitting the keyboard in amazement..

This man actually built a metal plane. Using the same principles of building a real one..

[sidekickbob]

This is the highest level of model building I have ever seen! Just totally amazing done! I hardly believed this level of accuracy could be achieved...

[bradharrison]

People such as this illustrate the true genius (and perseverance) of people like Mr Bazan. There would be only a handful of people capable of manufacturing this on the planet. Unbelievable.

[cdpgbc-mwkz]

Canadian viewer: Stunning display of scratch building. Thanks for sharing your talent and the build.

[michaelcagle]

I wish I could see one of your planes in person. I can pause these videos and stare at the details for hours. Don't have the words so I'll just settle with "amazing" and "well done".

[shinyhappyshibas]

I believe that Mr. Rojas is the finest model maker in the world. I have admired your work for many years and I appreciate you showing us these videos!

[highly_developed_bs_detect]

mere words cannot sum up this creation or the expertise needed to construct it but ill try ! this is absolutely magnificent work on the same level of something like a Faberge egg or the crown jewels and the builder is a perfectionist beyond compare and his dedication and craftsmanship is outstanding !!! these sort people do not come round to often there is only a hand full only on this planet at one time !!! thankyou you for bring us this work of art !!!

[gooberdoober]

Hands down, best model aircraft builder on the planet, if I had a tenth of your skill I would be happy

[leokimvideo]

It's difficult to find words to describe how incredible this build is, the engine detail is spectacular. I did watch Part 3 first but in a strange way this is more awesome. From here on I'm going to pray every night you will one day focus on the incredible Me262. An aircraft that was a turning point in powerplant & design. A aircraft that influenced aviation and gave us a peek into the future in the 1940's

[tim]

There's skill in building a plastic model kit out of the parts provided - but this? This is truly the work of a master modeller without peer!! To CREATE from scratch the entire model from metal is nothing short of miraculous!! You Sir should be recognised as a National Treasure for your skills!! Amazing!!

[chrishenning]

I have a degree in industrial modeling/prototyping and work as a cnc programmer machinist...and this blows my mind.
OUTSTANDING work!!!

[james_tiberius_kirk]

As People, we all look to the best in our chosen professions to measure our own abilities. First, the Apprentice, then the Journeyman then the Master. You are a Master, like DaVinci - do not be embarrassed by that reference, you have earned it. In any discipline it takes years measured in thousands of hours to reach this level of competency. Many here recognise such talent doesn't just "happen overnight". As a Hobbyist Modeller myself the field can be suffused with envy and jealousy which is always absurd to me when I believe the Master's greatest accomplishment is when he is asked questions and his pupils wish to know more. That is how knowledge is passed. I hope Good Sir you teach those of us who are open to learning your techniques so they can transcend time and in 50-100 years somebody is making models of such quality and they can say proudly and without ego "the great Guillermo Rojaz-Bazan was my teacher and my efforts are the result of his teachings and life-long work".

Please be proud of your accomplishments and never listen to the naysayers becase they are like crabs in a bucket - when one wishes to escape to freedom the others pull him down!

[DavidKutzler]

I am a hobby machinist and build working model steam engines. Your work is stunning. Obsessive attention to detail. I salute you!

[farangkinok]

An amazing piece of work. absolutely incredible.

[bluejijiikemen]

An extremely delicate work of art in which each of the parts is beautiful.
The word "creation" is more appropriate than "production".

Every time I see it, I'm invited to a mysterious world.

[acemcflys]

Words cannot describe how incredible this is.

[KitKabinet]

I can't find words to describe how spectacularly amazing this is. Master craftsmanship.

[billbright]

Our Rudel, , , impossible!

Upon news of he becoming top 87 ace. He had struggled so in flight training.



Sir your work is far beyond reproach. A magnificent example of this craft.