AlanG's 1/35 Tamiya Sd.Kfz. 251 Ausf D (Half Track GB)

AlanG

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I'm calling this one finished. I've not added all the little bits that go in the stowage or even the anti-tank launcher on the side. This one is a stripped bare kind of build. I've made some mistakes along the way and done things in the wrong order, but hey ho. The decals have silvered which is strange as i used a gloss varnish before i placed them. Maybe i needed two coats. But it is Tamiya decals after all. Not the best out there. Not sure about the European mud pigment. Looks a bit too pink for my liking. It's still looking ok though as it's only my second ever armour build (and yes i know a mirror is missing.... call it battle damage lol).

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Nowt wrong with that Alan. Finished within the GB timescale as well.
 

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That looks completely at home there mate and you can never have enough pictures of a great build.
 

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That's turned out very well indeed Al, a great finish!

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Dang Skippy, that's a beautiful finish Alan!!! It's looks great on your dio base and fits right in place. Mud looks ok to my eyes too. If I may suggest one thing Sir, please tie the spare roadwheel on with something. It does look odd just hanging on air...

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That is well nice Al.
Those decals, how are they finished/sealed.
A great build and that camouflage is excellent.
As for the European mud. Red iron rich clay, if I recall my high school geography.
 

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Great job alan , the camo is superbly done , cheers tony
 

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That is well nice Al.
Those decals, how are they finished/sealed.
A great build and that camouflage is excellent.
As for the European mud. Red iron rich clay, if I recall my high school geography.

Decals were done like i always do Ian. Gloss before and after.
 

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Looking very good, and well at home in the greenery…..
 
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