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Post by MOOSE. on Feb 28, 2014 17:45:05 GMT -5
Thanks fellas! I'll be updating maybe tonight or tomorrow. Got quite a bit done ;D... And quite a bit more going on  Mike |
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Post by ceresvesta. on Feb 28, 2014 17:57:12 GMT -5
The ammo belts look fantastic!!!! Am really enjoying this... I'll say that again but louder! AMAZING! |
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Post by wing_nut on Mar 7, 2014 8:33:06 GMT -5
Thanks fellas! I'll be updating maybe tonight or tomorrow. Got quite a bit done ;D... And quite a bit more going on Mike Then it appears I am jumping in here at the right time. More of this quality? BRING IT ON! |
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Post by bbd468 on Mar 7, 2014 10:06:04 GMT -5
Fabulous Moose!!!!  |
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Post by MOOSE. on Mar 7, 2014 10:36:49 GMT -5
 Thanks guys Wrapping up decals... I'll post pics when I'm done... Then the weathering (worried about that lol) Mike |
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Post by MOOSE. on Mar 7, 2014 22:36:57 GMT -5
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Post by MOOSE. on Mar 7, 2014 22:37:48 GMT -5
Now time for some weathering starting tomorrow ;D
Mike
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Post by deafpanzer on Mar 8, 2014 0:33:15 GMT -5
Your mustang is looking so sharp... will never get over those cool lighting marks! Looking forward to see it weathered next...
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Post by JimD on Mar 8, 2014 1:18:13 GMT -5
Nice. Looking forward to seeing some weathering on this one. I know it can be a little alarming to start "messing up" such a clean finish... Good luck |
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Post by Keith Christie on Mar 8, 2014 3:12:55 GMT -5
Looking good Moose
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Post by fightnjoe on Mar 8, 2014 10:35:31 GMT -5
wow. stunning.
joe
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Post by wbill76 on Mar 9, 2014 17:48:50 GMT -5
Looking good Mike! Now the real fun begins. |
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Post by MOOSE. on Mar 10, 2014 18:04:33 GMT -5
Thanks fellas. I've started weathering with a general dark wash and I'm trying to isolate an ideal terrain. The 2nd Air Commando Group served in the Coxs Bazaar, at the Burma/India border in 1944-45, which from photos and some research appears dry, dusty and dirt/sandy airfield. I've read that these reconnaissance F-6D's were some of the dirtiest, most grungy of Ww2. I have yet to find any great pictures showing this, but I'm still looking. I'm also completing the extras for the diorama as well Pics coming soon. And let me tell ya... Painting 1/32 figures is a pain in my rear haha ;D Mike |
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Post by Rick on Mar 10, 2014 18:59:06 GMT -5
Looks really good Moose. Markings really make this one distinctive. Getting better and better with each update.
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Post by Leon on Mar 10, 2014 19:18:03 GMT -5
Looking forward to seeing the new pics Mike.  |
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Post by venom1 on Mar 11, 2014 23:36:27 GMT -5
Wow, she looks fantastic, Moose! Just a quick one mate, do you need to do any special prep with your decals when going onto Alclad/AS12 (eg Future coats) or is it smooth enough that you can decal straight onto the Alclad finish? I have never decalled on a BMF before. Cheers, Sam |
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Post by MOOSE. on Mar 12, 2014 14:16:32 GMT -5
Wow, she looks fantastic, Moose! Just a quick one mate, do you need to do any special prep with your decals when going onto Alclad/AS12 (eg Future coats) or is it smooth enough that you can decal straight onto the Alclad finish? I have never decalled on a BMF before. On my 1/48 F51d I didn't clear coat at all. The paint seemed fine but it does seem easier to work the decals when the base has been cleared Cheers, Sam Hey Sam, Thanks! I actually took Keith Christie's advice and shot the Alclad Aqua-gloss over the as12 (to slightly dull the appearance) and I used Alclad high gloss over the Alclad airframe aluminum (to help keep the natural finish). I'm sure there are plenty of other clears you could use but I would use them before decals are laid. I think it does help in setting them and protects the base paint from the chemicals in the setting solutions that can be harsh. Mike |
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Post by Prop Duster on Mar 12, 2014 14:27:25 GMT -5
just flammin' Awesome work.  |
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Post by MOOSE. on Mar 15, 2014 8:23:47 GMT -5
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Post by MOOSE. on Mar 15, 2014 8:49:29 GMT -5
Panel lines were sludged with oils and the dust and soot are Tamiya dry brush weathering applied with a damp sponge brush. I'll apply, let dry then wipe down. It'll all be cohesive with the diorama ;D Photos below are for reference... Yoy can see they were dirty Mike   |
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Post by wbill76 on Mar 15, 2014 14:50:56 GMT -5
I'd say you captured the look you were after pretty good. Once in the dio setting, it will have enough context to make it all tie together for sure.
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Post by Prop Duster on Mar 16, 2014 17:10:14 GMT -5
Nice, Moose.
Ya got the dusty look down
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Post by ceresvesta. on Mar 16, 2014 17:14:14 GMT -5
Looking mighty fine Moose, keep it up!
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Post by MOOSE. on Mar 17, 2014 12:19:11 GMT -5
Here are some of the diorama pieces being prepared for painting   Mike |
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Post by Prop Duster on Mar 17, 2014 16:12:06 GMT -5
OK! you got the parts ready now lets spread some paint!!  Oh and I see by your first picture you have those new fancy "shoot around corners" machine gun barrels ready to install- That'll fool the Bosh, they'll never which way to turn to get out of the way  
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Post by deafpanzer on Mar 17, 2014 18:45:15 GMT -5
Looking forward to see your work on the base!
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Post by MOOSE. on Mar 17, 2014 19:50:49 GMT -5
Yeah Prop haha... Not sure what I'm gonna do with them barrels... Little disappointed they look that way. I'll just ditch them if I can't use them. They're made by Verlinden, everything is excellent though
Mike
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Post by MOOSE. on Apr 2, 2014 1:21:42 GMT -5
Sorry fellas... I'll finally be able to get back and finish this one. Had some health issues. Seems my heart wants to start going crazy at the age of 35. I had to have an ICD installed (defibrillator). Sucks but I'm still here to harass you all! I'll be updating soon
Mike
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Post by Leon on Apr 2, 2014 3:47:53 GMT -5
Mike,take it east buddy.Bad news about the old ticker and glad to hear your doing ok. |
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Post by ceresvesta. on Apr 2, 2014 7:09:18 GMT -5
Sorry fellas... I'll finally be able to get back and finish this one. Had some health issues. Seems my heart wants to start going crazy at the age of 35. I had to have an ICD installed (defibrillator). Sucks but I'm still here to harass you all! I'll be updating soon Mike Don't let it get it to you Moose! I had 2 strokes at 25 and they pimped my ticker with a titanium umbrella at 30. I am now 35 and in the best shape of my life, cycling every day and rock climbing every chance I get! I am sure you'll still be here for many years treating us to your crisp and superb builds! This build rocks bro! |
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