grazie Gregory
Sahariana AS42
- Thread starter Marcello
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grazie Gregory
Hi Gregory
thx for the pictures, very much appreciated. I also like the camo version of it. I guess it was a camo painted in the field (is this the correct way to say it, who knows). I think I will be going for a desert version (not yet decided). I think Model Victoria does some good figures, but not sure if I will add any, since my figure painting skills are debatable at least....
thx for the pictures, very much appreciated. I also like the camo version of it. I guess it was a camo painted in the field (is this the correct way to say it, who knows). I think I will be going for a desert version (not yet decided). I think Model Victoria does some good figures, but not sure if I will add any, since my figure painting skills are debatable at least....
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Ron Lebert
Guest
Looking good Marcello, I too have this kit sitting on the shelf so I will keep a eye on your build.
Ron
Ron
Thanks Ron, hope you enjoy it.
Here is another brief update. Since there will be a lot of parts which need separate painting, I decided to prime (finishing surfacer 1500) and and just waiting to dry and will start painting it. Most of the build is complete now and next steps will be adding details. I struggled with the jerry can baskets in the front. I found the PE t be too thick for the purpose and I have tried to solder where it was needed with 0 results. CA glue didn't work at its best, but at the end all is in place. The muffler has been treated with some chipping medium, but some more work will be done in the next steps. The picture is out of focus but can't get any better
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Tony Lee
Guest
Heavy duty lookin good sir
Steve Jones
Steve Jones Scale Modelling Site
Marcello
It was great to have another read through and see the wet stuff going on.
Steve
It was great to have another read through and see the wet stuff going on.
Steve
Hi,
thx Tony and Steve. Happy sunny bank holiday to all. A good day not to be spent in the cave with fumes of thinners around
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It was a productive night, last night and I managed to do some more progress. Suddenly this build is speeding to unprecedented levels....
A first layer of Tamiya desert yellow was used as base coat. Once dried, AK Real desert yellow was sprayed all over enhancing highlights and some details. Both desert yellows, but the difference in tonality is very remarkable. I guess AK stays with the concept of scale modulating the colours... Some PE work was needed to fit the jerry cans in place. Instead of priming this time I have used Mr Metal Primer. It worked well bonding the paint very well.. Went on by preparing the feels. An initial weathering had to be done since will be difficult (for me) to do it properly at later stages. For that I have used Desert Vallejo pigment and AK desert dust mixed together. Generously applied on the rubber and wiped off before it was completely dry. I quite like the end result, considering that it is just an initial step.
Today we are celebrating my son's birthday so not bench time.
That's it for now,
Cheers
Marcello
thx Tony and Steve. Happy sunny bank holiday to all. A good day not to be spent in the cave with fumes of thinners around
.It was a productive night, last night and I managed to do some more progress. Suddenly this build is speeding to unprecedented levels....
A first layer of Tamiya desert yellow was used as base coat. Once dried, AK Real desert yellow was sprayed all over enhancing highlights and some details. Both desert yellows, but the difference in tonality is very remarkable. I guess AK stays with the concept of scale modulating the colours... Some PE work was needed to fit the jerry cans in place. Instead of priming this time I have used Mr Metal Primer. It worked well bonding the paint very well.. Went on by preparing the feels. An initial weathering had to be done since will be difficult (for me) to do it properly at later stages. For that I have used Desert Vallejo pigment and AK desert dust mixed together. Generously applied on the rubber and wiped off before it was completely dry. I quite like the end result, considering that it is just an initial step.
Today we are celebrating my son's birthday so not bench time.
That's it for now,
Cheers
Marcello
scottie3158
SMF Supporter
Hi Marcello,
Great build so far nice paint work.
Scottie
Great build so far nice paint work.
Scottie
Steve Jones
Steve Jones Scale Modelling Site
Coming on well Marcello
Hi,
it's been a while since my last update. Been busy with some 1:1 scale modelling which ended up with a semi-nightmare
anyhow, I managed to spend some time at my bench and progressed the sahariana build. The main effort is complete and now the fun will begin.
here is how far I am so far
Next steps are a clear coat and decals. Hope it will not take long before some more updatesAs usual and feedback/comment is always appreciated
Cheers
Marcello
it's been a while since my last update. Been busy with some 1:1 scale modelling which ended up with a semi-nightmare
anyhow, I managed to spend some time at my bench and progressed the sahariana build. The main effort is complete and now the fun will begin.
here is how far I am so far
Next steps are a clear coat and decals. Hope it will not take long before some more updatesAs usual and feedback/comment is always appreciated
Cheers
Marcello
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Armorguy
Guest
I can't give you any feedback, it looks great so far sir.
Looking very good Marcello
scottie3158
SMF Supporter
Marcello,
Looking good mate looking forward to the weathering.
Scottie
Looking good mate looking forward to the weathering.
Scottie
Steve Jones
Steve Jones Scale Modelling Site
Marcello
Nice update shots.
On the subject of beaten up jerry cans does anyone make them?. I could only find one supplier and they wernt that good.
Steve
Nice update shots.
On the subject of beaten up jerry cans does anyone make them?. I could only find one supplier and they wernt that good.
Steve
scottie3158
SMF Supporter
Steve,
You can try nicking the edges with a sharp knife to simulate dents.
Scottie
You can try nicking the edges with a sharp knife to simulate dents.
Scottie