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M1A2 Abrams SEP V2: Weathering
With the Abrams sealed with a satin coat, I was now able to move on to the weathering process. I again with a fairly basic, dark brown pinwash, taking care not to overload the model and tint the completed paintwork. I intentionally chose restraint in this step, as I felt that my paint modulation work during the painting phase was the primary weathering effect I wanted to be noticed. After the wash was completed, I then got to work with an enamel paint streaking effect. This technique has…
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RF-4E Phantom II: Nose gear and photo bay
With the completion of the cockpit, next up was the nose gear bay. Like the cockpit, the gear bay was really lacking detail and not up to a modern standard. There was also the fact that there were several prominent sink marks that were unfixable without removing the molded detail. As such, I broke the chisel out and completely…
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Tamiya F-35C Lightning II In Box Review
Tamiya’s F-35C Lightning II release stands out as the apex of injection molded modelling. It boasts impressive features like optional accessories, high-quality molding, and detailed instructions, making it complex yet rewarding. With unique design elements and several marking options, the kit is a textbook example of Tamiya’s high standards.
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