Here comes one of the most entertaining parts of the weathering – chipping. With this model I wanted to try something new – chipping in both light and dark colors and using […]
Ford G917T – Part 6: Light chipping
Ford G917T – Part 5: Windowpanes
There was one particular step in the construction process of which I was afraid as I wasn’t sure on how to do it – installation of the window panes. In the past […]
Ford G917T – Part 4: Painting
Having all the components ready, I proceeded to the next crucial step – base coat painting. Remembering to keep the finish lighter I have selected the paints to use – for the […]
Ford G917T – Part 3: Gap filling trick
As I have mentioned before, one of the small issues with this kit is the gap on the outer face of the rear wheels, that needs to be filled. There are many ways to […]
Ford G917T – Part 2: Primer
Few words on the next step – primer. I have used Vallejo grey primer again. I am getting to like this product as the application is simple and straightforward. Using can primer […]
Ford G917T – Part 1: Construction
As I have recently mentioned in one of my posts, during my recent trip to a hobby store I have picked up one recently released kit – ICM’s G917T. The vehicle has […]
Kinetic RG-31
I am not sure why but I was looking forward to the release of this kit perhaps more than the others in the current flurry of new models and this was in spite of […]
M1A1 AIM Abrams – Part 10: Streaking & grime; stowage
Few more weathering steps on the Abrams. I have added streaks on the side skirts using AK’s product – first dark one (I think DAK one) and then using the dust. Dark […]
M1A1 AIM Abrams – Part 9: Wash, decals, chipping
Having applied the AK’s wash thinned as a filter, I decided to use the wash unthinned to see how it is going to look. I was very much surprised and must say that […]
M1A1 AIM Abrams – Part 8: Base coat, highlights, filter
So today was the day when I put on the base coat and highlights in one go. Yesterday I was playing with the paints, trying to figure out the most realistic shade […]
M1A1 AIM Abrams – Part 7: Ready for painting
Abrams is ready for some paint… See previous part See next part Back to main log page
M26 Pershing – Part 12: Dark chips
Yesterday I have added dark chips to the Pershing. This was actually preceded by the light overspray of all the decals with heavily thinned Khaki Drab. This step itself contributed a lot to the look of […]
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