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Post by danb. on Jun 1, 2013 18:11:49 GMT -5
This is shaping up to be another great build if you get a chance to look at the Char in Tank Art 2 you should keep up the great work buddy  Dan B |
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Post by Teabone on Jun 1, 2013 18:55:39 GMT -5
Bones, I keep waiting for someone to tackle Fantasque's scheme but have yet to see it done.
I'm with you it would make a very unique paint job and fit in with the name Fantastic the only draw back would be the builder would have to by a good landscape artist.
Bones.
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Post by pt109 on Jun 1, 2013 23:06:36 GMT -5
Nice model choice....those French tank camos are cool looking.
This tank however had a major weakness, the large engine screen was on the left lower hull and became a huge bullseye for German gunners.
Fast builder!
Paul
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Post by Teabone on Jun 1, 2013 23:39:22 GMT -5
Nice model choice....those French tank camos are cool looking. This tank however had a major weakness, the large engine screen was on the left lower hull and became a huge bullseye for German gunners. Fast builder! Paul
That is interesting because if you go to the reference site that Wild Bill 76 posted there are a number of vehicles with a crippling hit right at that point.
Bones
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Post by armorguy on Jun 2, 2013 13:46:20 GMT -5
Thanks guys, this is gonna be a nice thread for Char B1 enthousiasts ! Great reference pics ! I think I'll stick to the soft edge camo for now, but the kit builds so fast I'd like to go for another one in the future !
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Post by Teabone on Jun 2, 2013 13:57:10 GMT -5
Thanks guys, this is goinna be a nice thread for Char B1 enthousiasts ! Great reference pics ! I think I'll stick to the soft edge camo for now, but the kit builds so fast I'd like to go for another one in the future !
Your the artist so you must be the one to select the subject and we are sure it will be good. That kit does go together fast so we will be looking for another, I was thinking a war damaged one since there are a lot of pictures of disabled vehicles around would fit in for a second example.
Bones.
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 2, 2013 19:25:54 GMT -5
That large area on the left side is actually not a screen or intake. It's the radiator! Even more of a vulnerability considering...definitely one more to chalk up to the 'what were they thinking' category of design position/elements.  I second Bone's vote for AG to do Fatasque...you know you want to!  |
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Post by armorguy on Jun 4, 2013 6:39:57 GMT -5
 Hello friends, I'm still thinking about which camo scheme to pick. However, the build goes smooth and all credits for that go to Tamiya, it keeps surprising me how simple it falls together ! |
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Post by armorguy on Jun 4, 2013 6:50:47 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Jun 4, 2013 7:54:07 GMT -5
So many choices!
Waiting patiently here......................
G
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Post by armorguy on Jun 4, 2013 13:24:38 GMT -5
 Driver's hatch was assembled completely the wrong way ! Luckily I didn't use much glue so correcting it was a piece of cake ! Now it looks OK, tomorrow more ! Blackadder's Baldrick said it regularly : STOOPIDYSTOOPIDYSTOOPID ! |
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Post by tonylee-Rest In Peace on Jun 4, 2013 14:36:30 GMT -5
It happens and you caught it,no harm done.  Nice build Tony lee |
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Post by TRM on Jun 4, 2013 15:02:48 GMT -5
Glad to see the fall together for you G!! Nice job so far!! Didn't take the time to translate the site, but get the idea!! WOW! LOL...Liking this one!!   |
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Post by Teabone on Jun 4, 2013 16:20:09 GMT -5
Driver's hatch was assembled completely the wrong way ! Luckily I didn't use much glue so correcting it was a piece of cake ! Now it looks OK, tomorrow more ! Blackadder's Baldrick said it regularly : STOOPIDYSTOOPIDYSTOOPID !
Bones
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Post by bbd468 on Jun 4, 2013 17:24:52 GMT -5
Hiya AG, Build looks great so far buddy. I got this kit in my stash, so im payin attention. Man o man....what camo to do?  As much as id luv to see the one T. picked, i figure its not practical.  |
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Post by bigjohn on Jun 4, 2013 17:52:28 GMT -5
Glad to see the fall together for you G!! Nice job so far!! Didn't take the time to translate the site, but get the idea!! WOW! LOL...Liking this one!! Todd seams to have an obsession with trees............ Looks like a fine Kit to build Guy!! |
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Post by TRM on Jun 4, 2013 19:10:41 GMT -5
LOL...no tree fetish...I blame it on Chris!! Just thought it was out there!!  |
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Post by Teabone on Jun 4, 2013 22:04:50 GMT -5
LOL...no tree fetish...I blame it on Chris!! Just thought it was out there!!
It certainly is way out there and would make an interesting finish but as a failed artist I can tell you that a pattern like that at 1:1 would be one thing to paint but at 1:35 a near impossibility except for an artist that works under a very expensive set of surgical loupes to be able to get that kind of miniature landscape detail at the smaller scale. When I first saw it on the link you gave it looked much simpler than what it really was on the site that ArmorGuy later found.
Bones.
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Post by armorguy on Jun 5, 2013 13:28:30 GMT -5
Hi guys, the Fantasque theme is impressive and a real challenge to do, the kit however is the German "Beute" version, with a couple of additions made by the Germans. I'm still thinking what camo to pick. Will I go for a soft three tone camouflage pattern or just a German grey color ? The boxart shows the three tone camo scheme and it's quite appealing I believe. Those are worries for later, first I have to finish the build ! I guarantee there will be built more of this type of French tank in the future, the French camo schemes are most spectacular.  This pic shows a German addition to the Char B1 Bis :  ONLY for reference purposes ! Best regards ! AG |
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Post by bullardino on Jun 5, 2013 14:46:23 GMT -5
Great progress, Guy The tracks look like indy links, and look also very well done. BTW I'm happy to find another Blackadder fan |
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Post by 406 Silverado on Jun 5, 2013 17:17:21 GMT -5
Very nice clean building G. I had been thinking about building this kit for a few years now, just might have to grab me one.
Looking forward to the painting, whatever scheme you go with.
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Post by Teabone on Jun 5, 2013 19:14:41 GMT -5
Armor Guy
Great start and those tracks laying there look great for flexing. Will be watching for more.
Bones
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 5, 2013 20:37:44 GMT -5
Yep the Germans couldn't resist making their own mods to these beasts. The on you've pointed out is the major one along with the tools and other odds and ends to the gear layout.
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Post by Teabone on Jun 5, 2013 22:26:20 GMT -5
Yep the Germans couldn't resist making their own mods to these beasts. The on you've pointed out is the major one along with the tools and other odds and ends to the gear layout.
It looks like they wanted a little more head room when loading that big gun.
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Post by armorguy on Jun 6, 2013 7:45:48 GMT -5
Yep the Germans couldn't resist making their own mods to these beasts. The on you've pointed out is the major one along with the tools and other odds and ends to the gear layout.
It looks like they wanted a little more head room when loading that big gun.
BonesMaybe the crew were WWI vets and still wearing their pointy helmets ? |
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Post by Teabone on Jun 6, 2013 15:37:07 GMT -5
Wild Bill 76
It looks like they wanted a little more head room when loading that big gun.
Bones Maybe the crew were WWI vets and still wearing their pointy helmets ?
Now that is a possibility or the pre 1935 helmets were rather bulky but the pickelhaube would be a problem in any vehicle then again could be they had bigger heads than the French.
Bones
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 6, 2013 20:20:51 GMT -5
Believe it or not, that area was added to protect the base of the rotating turret. Without that block there, a well placed shot could jam the turret at a minimum or do much worse depending on the size of the round involved. It's not an extension of the compartment below...although I bet the crew would've appreciated a little more room in there regardless. |
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Post by Teabone on Jun 6, 2013 22:03:32 GMT -5
Believe it or not, that area was added to protect the base of the rotating turret. Without that block there, a well placed shot could jam the turret at a minimum or do much worse depending on the size of the round involved. It's not an extension of the compartment below...although I bet the crew would've appreciated a little more room in there regardless.
Its good to have someone in the know about the little changes, gaining knowledge about history is one of the things I love about building AFV models. I have to say that is one thick block.
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Post by armorguy on Jun 7, 2013 0:56:47 GMT -5
Believe it or not, that area was added to protect the base of the rotating turret. Without that block there, a well placed shot could jam the turret at a minimum or do much worse depending on the size of the round involved. It's not an extension of the compartment below...although I bet the crew would've appreciated a little more room in there regardless. That is the info we were looking for Bill ! |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2013 2:04:01 GMT -5
Just caught up on your build AG and glad I did as she's shaping up nicely Now the decision is made, I'm looking forward to s eeing the camo appear |
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As much as id luv to see the one T. picked, i figure its not practical. 
