RFM 1/35 KV-1 Completed

[M1Carbine]

Hi all;


Been a bit but I finally got the KV-1 completed. Weekends are getting crazy as deer season opened and I'm in the woods full time with the exception of being at work. I intend to get this on a base but have not seen one that catches my eyes. Still kicking building one and have some ideas floating around so Ill think about that for a bit. Now to figure out what is next.






















-Bob

[406 Silverado]

That built up VERY nicley Bob! Love all the weathering and rust techniques here. What did you use for the rust effects on the tow cable and road wheels?

[M1Carbine]

Joe - This was a combinations of AK interactive pigments, and Vallejo rust washes. AKs track rust is the go to but I find you cant go heavy and incorporate it with other mediums for the best result.

-Bob

[406 Silverado]

I'll be looking more into the rusting/ weathering products as time goes on. Thank you for the tidbits buddy. This one looks great man.

[chromdome35]

Bob, Very nice build! I think the tracks and the tow cables look great. How did you like the kit?

[M1Carbine]

Brian - thank you. Kit was not bad, went together well with no real issues. Individual track links are solid, reminded me of Modelkasten tracks from years ago. I opted to go with Eureka XXL cables. I will be using them again. I usually make my own from copper wire but I wanted to try them out……happy I did.

-Bob

[stikpusher]

Bob, that is a superb finish on your KV! Bravo!!!! The paint, markings, and weathering all are top notch! That’s one build that you can sure take pride in.

[dupes]

I like all of it, but the effects on the tow cables in particular are spot on. Nice!

[kyledehart5]

Very nicely done. Love the weathering

[Joe Rix]

Exceptional looking KV-1 Bob. Very realistic finish with your excellent weathering. I like it!

[deafpanzer]

Beautiful! You truly nailed it with the realistic weathering on your KV-1! The artwork on the turret always make me smile every time I see it.

Poor those deers they are doomed with you being out in the wood so you better save me some venison. LOL

[M1Carbine]

Carlos, Dupes, Kyle and Joe - thank you, much appreciated.

Andy - come on down brother, you know my door is always open and always plenty of venison………..and single malt!

-Bob

[handiabled]

I really like the washed out/weathered paint effect you did on this! Excellent all around!

[ogrejohn]

Sure turned out great Bob!

[M1Carbine]

Handi - thank you.

John - thank you

-Bob

[buddho]

What a gorgeous build, the painting and weathering take it over the top.

[floki]

Very nice

[M1Carbine]

Thank you Buddho.

Thanks Floki

-Bob

[mrversatile]

Very realistic. The weathering looks quite natural. Do you plan to place it on a base?

[reserve]

Nice!! Love the used look

[moparmadness]

Nice subtle but effective weathering!