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Post by wbill76 on Aug 27, 2013 17:57:50 GMT -5
MF, paint should fly this weekend, it is a holiday after all!  Rob, I can't imagine what those other things might be!  No worries boss, always happy to have you drop in when you can.
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Post by vlpbruce on Aug 27, 2013 22:19:41 GMT -5
Looking good pal.
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Post by wbill76 on Aug 28, 2013 10:20:58 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Aug 29, 2013 11:55:36 GMT -5
Well bugger me! ships now, don't usually stray into this part of the site but felt compelled to check it out! nice start old chap
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Post by wbill76 on Aug 29, 2013 15:03:50 GMT -5
Thanks Pete! I'm doing my best as a landlubber. |
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Post by wbill76 on Aug 30, 2013 16:19:23 GMT -5
Dicky, thank you sir! Here's some more... In honor of the Labor Day holiday weekend coming up, this is a special update edition! I've been working on the paint work on the hull of the Z-38 since the enamels need time in between steps to cure so there aren't any issues with the masking or potential for paint lifting during handling. As a result, this update took place over a period of several days as an upfront disclaimer and not all at once. First up was an application of a primer coat of MM enamel Flat Black by airbrush. This serves three purposes, a multi-benefit approach that also saves on paint. The first purpose is the usual one for primer, to check my sanding work and the little bit of putty work that was required on the main deck plate. The second purpose is to serve as an insurance policy against unpainted plastic and to provide a foundation for some pre-shading in the steps to come. The third purpose is to make life much easier when masking off the boot stripe on the hull.  Looks awfully sinister all in black, but after letting that set up over night, the next step involved the RAL 8013 needed below the waterline. I used MM enamel Insignia Red for this as earlier tests showed it behaved well over a dark undercoat and provided a good 'hull red' color in the process. Lots of masking tape required as the red was laid down in very thin multiple passes and I needed reliable ways to handle the hull off the stand during this process.  After that set up overnight, the next step was to mask off the boot stripe. Using a metal ruler and a small pointed brush, I marked off a series of dots 3mm above the red boundary using the upper hull light gray color (a custom mix of roughly 2/3 MM enamel Light Gray and 1/3 MM enamel Panzer Schwarzgrau) and then masked it off after the dots had dried. Then the upper hull was airbrushed with the light gray mix over the primer coat. Once it had dried, the masking tape was removed to reveal the handiwork. Minor touch-ups here and there with a pointed brush were necessary but nothing major.  One more time, that was allowed to set up overnight and then, you guessed it! More masking and painting...this time for the main deck. Long strips of tape protected the previous paint work and MM enamel Panzer Schwarzgrau was airbrushed for the deck. While I was at it, the superstructure and gun decks got the same treatment where needed.    Once that was set, I used the hull gray and picked out the raised features molded on the main deck that needed to be light gray instead of dark gray. This was done using the trusty Optivisor and a small brush. I have a feeling I'll be saying that a lot on this build. The masking was also removed for the areas where the superstructure attaches and some minor touch-ups done there where needed.  Next up will be something detail oriented, not sure exactly what, lots to choose from!
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Post by deafpanzer on Aug 30, 2013 16:33:42 GMT -5
Ferk me! It is NOT EVEN Sunday. Me happy man!!! I was expecting two updates... Sunday and Monday but Friday?!?!?!?!?
Ship looking good! Bet it was fun and easy...
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Post by wbill76 on Aug 30, 2013 16:56:08 GMT -5
Ferk me! It is NOT EVEN Sunday. Me happy man!!! I was expecting two updates... Sunday and Monday but Friday?!?!?!?!? Ship looking good! Bet it was fun and easy... Thanks Andy! I am enjoying it, that's what counts as always...but easy, no. The boot stripe was a particular pain because the hull curves in two directions...it curves downward at the same time as it tapers toward the bow and stern, so getting it lined up took some effort. I spend a lot of time just looking at the instructions trying to determine when and how to do things, fingers crossed for the next round! |
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Post by TRM on Aug 30, 2013 17:01:00 GMT -5
A fine update and we ARE fortunate getting one so early!! Thumbs Up!
Great painting as usual Bill!!! I must be strong and not open another kit right now!! LOL!! This is tempting me though!! Muaha
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Post by wbill76 on Aug 30, 2013 17:04:24 GMT -5
Stay strong Mr. T! I fully intend to do more this weekend...I should be able to get SOMETHING more done on it over the next 3 days. CB, now those are some major projects! I'll stick with my little tin-can by comparison. Thanks for stopping by! |
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Post by ogrejohn on Aug 30, 2013 17:07:23 GMT -5
Ah yes, the masking. It's the true joy (or hate) of ship model building. Peeling off the tape reveals either the joy of a nice paint job like yours or a horror of bleed through and lifting paint like I get most times. Looking good Bill!
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Post by Deleted on Aug 30, 2013 17:08:40 GMT -5
Bill,I have to say,until I started 'Foruming'(Is that a word?)....I thought what I built was OK......Now I ain't so ferkin sure!!!!!..Plus now,I don't have the room to build anything that big,and leave it sitting!  |
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Post by wbill76 on Aug 30, 2013 20:14:46 GMT -5
OJ, I made sure to burnish down the masking tape with the handle end of a paint brush but even then there's no guarantees in life! First time I've ever masked and painted something like that so glad it turned out well and my theory worked in practice! CB, the size and the cost of ship kits is why I wouldn't consider doing this on a regular basis. Don't knock what you build, you do nice work...just have a hard time finishing it!
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Post by bbd468 on Aug 30, 2013 20:23:11 GMT -5
Nice paint brother Bill! Man, this sure looks fun.....dont make me build a ship Mr.P!!! I dont know the scales in Ship kits, How long is this kit? |
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Post by wbill76 on Aug 30, 2013 20:32:23 GMT -5
Nice paint brother Bill! Man, this sure looks fun.....dont make me build a ship Mr.P!!! I dont know the scales in Ship kits, How long is this kit? Thanks Gary! The scale is 1/350 and the hull length is just a bit over 14 inches long and about 1.25 inches wide. Not exactly a monster compared to a battleship but still pretty good sized. |
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Post by bbd468 on Aug 30, 2013 20:35:30 GMT -5
Nice paint brother Bill! Man, this sure looks fun.....dont make me build a ship Mr.P!!! I dont know the scales in Ship kits, How long is this kit? Thanks Gary! The scale is 1/350 and the hull length is just a bit over 14 inches long and about 1.25 inches wide. Not exactly a monster compared to a battleship but still pretty good sized. Thanks Bill! I reckon a USS Missouri would be huge in 1/350 scale huh. Would love to build it some day....many years from now. |
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Post by Leon on Aug 30, 2013 21:06:47 GMT -5
Nice paint work on the hull and deck Bill.You're doing a great job. |
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Post by wbill76 on Aug 30, 2013 21:29:37 GMT -5
Gary, if you wan't to go all-in, wait for the 1/200 kit that Trumpeter is releasing! Leon, thanks for the vote of confidence! Going to be spending lots of time with the details this weekend, wish me luck!
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Post by bigjohn on Aug 30, 2013 21:38:31 GMT -5
Nice update Bill! I sure am glad to see you still using your Model Master paints, Now I don;t feel so bad for still using them LOL.
Paint work looks killer dude!
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Post by wbill76 on Aug 30, 2013 21:49:37 GMT -5
Nice update Bill! I sure am glad to see you still using your Model Master paints, Now I don;t feel so bad for still using them LOL. Paint work looks killer dude! Enamels are my chosen materials BJ, acrylics have their benefits too but I'm too old-fashioned to change I guess! |
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Post by thug626 on Aug 31, 2013 8:46:47 GMT -5
Ferk me! It is NOT EVEN Sunday. Me happy man!!! I was expecting two updates... Sunday and Monday but Friday?!?!?!?!? Ship looking good! Bet it was fun and easy... Thanks Andy! I am enjoying it, that's what counts as always...but easy, no. The boot stripe was a particular pain because the hull curves in two directions...it curves downward at the same time as it tapers toward the bow and stern, so getting it lined up took some effort. I spend a lot of time just looking at the instructions trying to determine when and how to do things, fingers crossed for the next round! Yay us! We got to see a "time lapse" update! Those colors look great Bill. It looks like you nailed the boot line. Don't ya just love masking compound curves? They make me mental(er)  Dave |
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Post by wbill76 on Aug 31, 2013 9:24:42 GMT -5
No question about it Dave, it's what keeps the (in)sanity intact! The stern was doubly challenging, as it's got compound curves in 4 directions! |
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Post by bbd468 on Aug 31, 2013 9:28:42 GMT -5
Gary, if you wan't to go all-in, wait for the 1/200 kit that Trumpeter is releasing! Sounds more my size, but i bet it still comes with a hefty price tag. Do you know the price? EDIT: Wait....that would be Bigger wouldnt it?  |
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Post by wbill76 on Aug 31, 2013 9:45:10 GMT -5
Gary, if you wan't to go all-in, wait for the 1/200 kit that Trumpeter is releasing! Sounds more my size, but i bet it still comes with a hefty price tag. Do you know the price? EDIT: Wait....that would be Bigger wouldnt it? 1/200 is bigger than 1/350 indeed! The pre-order price on this one right now is sitting at around $300-$350 depending on exchange rates. It's a big kit...the finished ship would be over 4 ft. long. |
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Post by 406 Silverado on Aug 31, 2013 10:01:12 GMT -5
Paint looks great Bill. This really makes me want to finish the Arizona and get another ship. Will keep following this one.
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Post by bbd468 on Aug 31, 2013 10:39:27 GMT -5
Sounds more my size, but i bet it still comes with a hefty price tag. Do you know the price? EDIT: Wait....that would be Bigger wouldnt it? 1/200 is bigger than 1/350 indeed! The pre-order price on this one right now is sitting at around $300-$350 depending on exchange rates. It's a big kit...the finished ship would be over 4 ft. long. HOLY SHIIIIEEEOOOWWWW!!!  Ill pass! |
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Post by wbill76 on Aug 31, 2013 11:06:35 GMT -5
Paint looks great Bill. This really makes me want to finish the Arizona and get another ship. Will keep following this one. , You better, it's your fault I'm building it! Gary, that's the thing about ships...bigger isn't always better! If you want something smaller, you could look in 1/700...lots of options to choose from there. |
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Post by 406 Silverado on Aug 31, 2013 13:30:43 GMT -5
LOL sure will Bill, right after the two wingies. Gonna wait until the show in Nov to see what ship and plane kits I can snatch up cheap.
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Post by wbill76 on Aug 31, 2013 13:55:14 GMT -5
Sounds like a good plan...shows are perfect opportunities to expand the stash! |
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No worries boss, always happy to have you drop in when you can. 
