The_Lancaster Posted September 15, 2016 Share Posted September 15, 2016 Beautifully done! The ability to make dunkelgelb look so varied in colour is something i have to admire here 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted September 15, 2016 Share Posted September 15, 2016 Pure Magic !! Kev 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard E Posted September 15, 2016 Share Posted September 15, 2016 Must admit I was looking forward to seeing the three colour camouflage scheme being given the "Dan treatment" but the dunkelgelb finish certainly helps emphasise the bulk and sheer presence of the beast: not something I would like to see on parked on my front lawn. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gremlin56 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Looking great Dan, chipping is exemplary and the weathering is building up nicely. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dads203 Posted September 16, 2016 Author Share Posted September 16, 2016 Cheers everybody i was going to have a crack at the 3 colour again but after my first run I decided to do the dark yellow and make it as interesting as I can, still a long way to go on this build yet so please stay tuned cheers Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dads203 Posted September 16, 2016 Author Share Posted September 16, 2016 So more work to the weathering, Graphite powder around the commanders hatch to give a metallic sheen. More later folks Dan 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dads203 Posted September 16, 2016 Author Share Posted September 16, 2016 Thought it best to add a few kill rings to the gun barrel More work on the rusty areas Cheers for looking Dan 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Coming along nicely buddy Can't wait Kev 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HL-10 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 I like the marks on the superstructure caused by the spare track links. Excellent attention to detail! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gremlin56 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 You are pulling all the stops here Dan, the graphite around the hatch is one I haven't seen before but it is definitely a keeper. The weathering is a veritable masterclass, not missing a trick here Dan, sincere compliments on this whopping great piece of real-estate 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dads203 Posted September 16, 2016 Author Share Posted September 16, 2016 Thanks guys, I'm trying to replicate the rust and grime that would accumulate behind the spare track inks on the casemate I've used rust coloured paints, oils and streaking grime and its starting to look how I'd imagine it to look. I figure that if I screw it up I can always fit the track links And I remembered the fire extinguisher decal. Cheers for looking in people, all comments are welcome Dan 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ripaman Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Nice start to your weathering Dan, this one thing I have not done much of. Regards Richard 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beefy66 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Looking great Dan will have to try and replicate some of your weathering techniques on my current project after I get the tracks done that is. enjoying watching and learning from you build Beefy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 I like a lot hatch commander detail, very real.., cheers Dan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wogga Posted September 17, 2016 Share Posted September 17, 2016 Another masterclass Dan, lovely to follow and learn. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted September 17, 2016 Share Posted September 17, 2016 Brilliant work, love it!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard E Posted September 17, 2016 Share Posted September 17, 2016 23 hours ago, Dads203 said: Graphite powder around the commanders hatch to give a metallic sheen. Such an obvious piece of "wear and tear" when you think about it which helps bring the beast to life but one that I don't think I've seen depicted before. Is the finished model destined for a diorama or a simple display base? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dads203 Posted September 17, 2016 Author Share Posted September 17, 2016 Thank you guys for the great feedback, I can can remember from my days on armour that the wear around the hatches is very noticeable, I have overdone it slightly on the JT but I do intend in knocking it back slightly with some paint just to keep it looking right. The wear around the commanders hatch on the 432's was alway bright but with no rust or corrosion at all, muddy boots and constant rubbing with personal kit burnished it right up nicely. As for a dio, I'm not sure yet what I'll do for this one tbh, it might just be a small base with minimal ground work, I'm going to add 3 crew for this build just to fill the hatches. Regards Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dads203 Posted September 17, 2016 Author Share Posted September 17, 2016 Thank you guys for the great feedback, I can can remember from my days on armour that the wear around the hatches is very noticeable, I have overdone it slightly on the JT but I do intend in knocking it back slightly with some paint just to keep it looking right. The wear around the commanders hatch on the 432's was alway bright but with no rust or corrosion at all, muddy boots and constant rubbing with personal kit burnished it right up nicely. As for a dio, I'm not sure yet what I'll do for this one tbh, it might just be a small base with minimal ground work, I'm going to add 3 crew for this build just to fill the hatches. Regards Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 17, 2016 Share Posted September 17, 2016 I reeeeeally like those rust stains on the side of the hull where the trackalinks have been chaffing and drooling on the paintwork... very realistic looking The exhaust are coming along too 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jusjay Posted September 17, 2016 Share Posted September 17, 2016 Wow this is really coming along nicely. The weathering is phenomenal it really is. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widow 65 Posted September 17, 2016 Share Posted September 17, 2016 Dan, absolutely spot on with the weathering mate, all in the right places too. Wear and tear around the commander's hatch, excellent attention to detail. Steaming along now with this "beaut", great viewing. Cheers Nick 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted September 17, 2016 Share Posted September 17, 2016 Well worth fighting the forum engine for.....Just wow! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted September 18, 2016 Share Posted September 18, 2016 (edited) Very, very impressive progress. Your attention to detail with the paintwork and weathering is amazing. Kind regards, Stix Edited September 18, 2016 by PlaStix 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted September 18, 2016 Share Posted September 18, 2016 Masterclass in painting & weathering Kev 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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