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Probably easier to build the real thing.
I’ve seen this before as well, and was amazed. As far as building the real thing, that is what I do, (well, parts of it anyhow) and I will confirm that building the real one is easier. I would not attempt to replicate his process.
 
I used the tail of the 777 as a model for the fins on my first rocket, and I thought that was a challenge.
I wouldn't have thought this was possible. I have no words.
 
The work of Pierre Scerri comes to mind whenever I think of impressive feats of modeling. He spent 12 years building a working 1/3 scale Ferrari—including machining the engine, creating all the electrical systems himself, and precisely tuning the exhaust system to get the right sound.

Good write-up:
https://sfcriga.com/pierre-scerri-a-dining-room-ferrari
His site:
https://mps-sportproto.com/fr/
I feel accomplished when I finish gluing some cardboard and plywood together into something rocket shaped 😄
 
This reminds me of a guy who built a scale-down replica of a working Ferrari 312, including a fully functional flat-12 engine with 24 properly functional valves!!!
Only took ~20,000 hours over 15 years!

 
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