Hobbyboss Free French GMC with Bofors FINISHED 19/5/13

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Whilst rummaging through my cupboard today I came across this little beauty which I put aside last year whilst trying to find a figure and sort out a base for the model. Well other models got in the way and it was boxed up and put away. I had completely forgotten about it! I did however get a figure so found that as well SO it's about time I finished it off! Here's where I got to,











For the base I have a Model Perdu corner wall base and for the figure I went for one from the bodi. So let's get this done!

[TRM]

I hear ya Pete...get her done!! Nice job!!! Lovely wood effects!!!

[deafpanzer]

IMPRESSIVE!!! Agree with Mr T's wood effect comment... can't wait to see it done.

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Most impressive..............

I have a few lying about that you could work some magic on.

G

[Leon]

Nice wood effects Pete.Looking good.

[wbill76]

It's a good thing you stumbled across this one...it deserves to be finished! Looking forward to more Pete.

[ironhand6]

Wow,Wow,Wow. i love this. the paint on the woodwork is spot on.

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Not seen one of these before, makes a nice change from the 'Mag/Flack' combos that are so popular , nice one!  

[bigjohn]

Very Nice Pete! I've had this kit on my wish list for some time! Thanks for sharing! Oh yeah, as the others have said, nice job on the wooden parts!!!

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Cheers guys I have been slowly working on the base and figure, not that much to show but I am starting to block in the main colours.

[Teabone]

Great build, I have built the gun by itself before this kit came out and have been toying with the idea of doing this kit, sure like that wood work.

Bones

[multicam]

Cool model with some lovely work done. I love that base. Where's it from? Figure's gonna be cool as well:)

[deafpanzer]

The base is perfect for this! Glad it is back on your bench now...

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May 16, 2013 16:47:08 GMT -5 multicam said:

Cool model with some lovely work done. I love that base. Where's it from? Figure's gonna be cool as well:)

Cheers guys, the base is a Monroe perdu item No MPD 030 corner wall. I have been working away at the figure and base and so far all is going well. The figure's greatcoat was painted using panzer ace's 332 highlight japan tanker then lightened and darkened to suit. The detail is amazing and really pops out.





The base is looking good after a ferocious attack of MIG powders and some washes. I have also started adding some grime and shading using oils on the bricks and stonework. The static grass still needs painting and the finished wall will need a matt coat.









With any luck I will have this and the GMC finished by next week!

[bullardino]

I had missed this one. Luckily I stumbled upon it and I will follo now on this great job

[multicam]

Base is looking good. Cobblestones look awesome:)

[wbill76]

Nice to see this one moving along again Pete, ground work looks good so far.

[dupes]

Cool build...and the jacket on your fig looks GREAT.

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Cheers chaps, I have been beavering away at this and have now finished the base and added final weathering to the GMC, the base I think turned out very well indeed especially the laser cut railings. They really set the base off nicely,









The truck has had a dusting with tamiya earth and buff then attacked with pigments for a nice dusty look,













All that's left to do now is to fix the model to the base and finish off the flesh areas of the figure Phew!!

[deafpanzer]

Love the base!!! Looking forward to see it done...

[TRM]

WOW, what a great looking base!!! And a nice compliment to the GMC!! Well done!

[bullardino]

Base and truck look great

[wbill76]

Looks right at home there Pete!

[bbd468]

Jeesh, once again im late to the party....bad Gary....BAAAD GARY!!! Pete That is one magnificent GMC/Bofors truck and it looks fantastic on the base. Well done sir!

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Thanks fellas glad you approve, should be getting some pics up later of the figure and final dio

[Leon]

Pete that is an awesome combination.The base,truck,and figure look fantastic.

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Cheers Leon, well I have now finished the figure and added him to the base with the truck so it's all finished! very pleased with the final result especially the base. Here's the figure,











and the finished scene,

[bullardino]

Outstanding dio, Pete

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Nice one Pete!!!! Can we assume the rest of the crew have naffed off to sample the delights of the Town?...or did I miss somethin'?

S'funny I saw one of these kits at Hendon today,and thought of this build!,but I resisted,and only spent a piffling amount of money!

[tonylee]

OH BROTHER and so easy on the eyes too.

Excellent
Tony lee