British Apache 1/48

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An Apache on duty in action Afghanistan.


Hasagawa 1/48. a real joy to build.


Helicopters have so much going on. They also, because of that, are a test and extend your expertise in model making.


Stewart

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Lee W

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Got to love the Apache  :x  and you my man have nailed it!!!


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Fantastic job Stewart, the paintwork is weathered /faded beautifully , cheers tony
 

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Great build. I have just started my first helicopter. A sea king. I thought I would have a change from military planes. Enjoying the change so far.
 

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Lovely work Stewart. Love that top secret IT comms system :smiling3:   How did you fade and weather the paint work? Pastels, airbrush with lighter colours? It really does look awesome.
 
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Lovely work Stewart. Love that top secret IT comms system :smiling3:   How did you fade and weather the paint work? Pastels, airbrush with lighter colours? It really does look awesome.

Apologies Joe I have been away for a few days to visit my youngest son. Good excuse.


For fading modulation etc I use Lifecolor as that suits my purpose better than Vallejo which I use for general paint finishes.


I use a .2  Iwata. A PSI for air at 8 to 10 which allows more time to "aim" paint and at lesser amounts ie I have more control.


The base finishing coat of Vallejo I leave as matt. I find that the edges of the fading or modulation soften compared with a gloss varnish. Despite being matt providing you are quick you can clean up where things have gone wrong.


The Lifecolor I use 50%/50% Lifecolor and Vallejo Flow Improver. This has two advantages. Less likely for any clogging which I rarely get. Plus with a very thin paint film I can build up slowly which gives a nice feather mingling edge. I do work quite close to the model.


I use two or three different but close colours mixed at times with white which is great for just subtle changing the hue. I put these over each other to get the effect. Have to admit there is no exact scientific thinking here i just carry on by eye until I think it OK. Also admit every model I have to try and think what I did before. Darned frustrating but it comes back..


Stewart


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Thanks Stewart, it has produced a rather effective finish on your Apache
 
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