Jim Wasley Posted October 7, 2019 Share Posted October 7, 2019 Hi Francis don't go on this forum much anymore but I saw your name and thought I must have a look,well I was not disappointed,A top build,Fantastic weathering and every pic is a feast for the eyes,A true Master at work here,great to see. Cheers Jim. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted October 9, 2019 Author Share Posted October 9, 2019 On 07/10/2019 at 04:46, Jim Wasley said: Hi Francis don't go on this forum much anymore but I saw your name and thought I must have a look,well I was not disappointed,A top build,Fantastic weathering and every pic is a feast for the eyes,A true Master at work here,great to see. Cheers Jim. Hi Jim, You are more than kind, I'm glad you like it, and that it was worth taking a look at the forum. IMHO, the "liftiing" didn't feel bad at all. I took the photos with a reflex camera, so the quality, in theory, should be assured ... lol I have also started to go through the forum again now, because I have also been "out" for a long time, although I have done the same as you, see what had been interesting ... If you decide / you want to publish some of your work, I would like to see it. Cheers Jim. 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted October 9, 2019 Author Share Posted October 9, 2019 Many thanks for your like, SimonT, cheers mate 👍 Many thanks for your like, The Lancaster, cheers mate 👍 Many thanks for your like, Ceithearn, cheers mate 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted October 13, 2019 Share Posted October 13, 2019 Very smart Francis! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted October 16, 2019 Author Share Posted October 16, 2019 On 13/10/2019 at 20:59, phildagreek said: Very smart Francis! Many thanks for your comments, i'm glad you like it, Cheers Phil 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted October 16, 2019 Author Share Posted October 16, 2019 Many thanks for your like, RikyWarbirds, chhers mate 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duskwolf Posted December 5, 2019 Share Posted December 5, 2019 bucket something any sensible tank should have 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted December 5, 2019 Author Share Posted December 5, 2019 4 hours ago, duskwolf said: bucket something any sensible tank should have Hi Wolf, Thanks. I see you're a bucket fan ... lol Cheers mate 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duskwolf Posted December 5, 2019 Share Posted December 5, 2019 (edited) im working on a frankentank its a t34/76 i am making it a captured early production model hull with a later production model turret my problem was finding stuff for the pioneer kit and ended up on a website that sells small props for stuff like doll houses and i found proper scale stuff like buckets, shovels, pickaxes and saws/ axes and other fun stuff so i just have to finish assembling and painting everything i have the two parts of my hull built, the suspension and turret assembled and now im excited because painting is my favourite part i intend to post pictures when im done Edited December 10, 2019 by duskwolf because i dont do the english well 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted December 5, 2019 Author Share Posted December 5, 2019 35 minutes ago, duskwolf said: im working on a frankentank its a t34/76 i am making it a captured early production model hull with a later production model turret my problem was finding stuff for the pioneer kit and ended up on a website that sells small props for stuff like doll houses and i found proper scale stuff like buckets, shovels, pickaxes and saws/ axes and other fun stuff so i just have to finish assembling and painting everything i have the two parts of my hull built, the suspension and turret assembled and now im excite because painting is my favourite part i intend to post pictures when im done Hi duskwolf, It is also my favorite part (and hated at the same time ... lol), because that's where really a bunch of plastic becomes a toy, to a detailed toy, and with the weathering something else, similar to a real model already . I would really like to see your "Frankie".... Cheers mate 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy350 Posted December 6, 2019 Share Posted December 6, 2019 I now appreciate the efforts involved to create such a masterpiece. Top of the highest quality. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted December 9, 2019 Author Share Posted December 9, 2019 On 06/12/2019 at 16:28, Andy350 said: I now appreciate the efforts involved to create such a masterpiece. Top of the highest quality. Hi Andy, Many thanks for your kind words, i'm glad you like it. There is a WIP thread, in which I comment a bit on the genesis of the model, which is very substantial when it comes to understanding the result. Undoubtedly, you have to take your time to make everything we do look with a quality that satisfies us, only limited by the ability we are capable of and the materials we have at that time. Particularly, I do not start another kit, if I do not think I have finished the one in my hands. There are modelers who are authentic "predators", and are capable of it, with excellent results in addition ... Cheers Andy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy350 Posted December 9, 2019 Share Posted December 9, 2019 1 minute ago, FrancisGL said: Hi Andy, Many thanks for your kind words, i'm glad you like it. There is a WIP thread, in which I comment a bit on the genesis of the model, which is very substantial when it comes to understanding the result. Undoubtedly, you have to take your time to make everything we do look with a quality that satisfies us, only limited by the ability we are capable of and the materials we have at that time. Particularly, I do not start another kit, if I do not think I have finished the one in my hands. There are modelers who are authentic "predators", and are capable of it, with excellent results in addition ... Cheers Andy I have a MiniArt Interior kit that I'm not looking forward to start If I'm honest. I do tend to rush builds a bit. I will have a look at your WIP. Cheers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted December 9, 2019 Author Share Posted December 9, 2019 2 minutes ago, Andy350 said: I have a MiniArt Interior kit that I'm not looking forward to start If I'm honest. I do tend to rush builds a bit. I will have a look at your WIP. Cheers. I confess that I also have "another" in the stash, and the same thing happens to me ... I am waiting to have more "confidence in myself" and ability, because the interiors are something, in my opinion, different ... Cheers Andy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy350 Posted December 9, 2019 Share Posted December 9, 2019 6 minutes ago, FrancisGL said: I confess that I also have "another" in the stash, and the same thing happens to me ... I am waiting to have more "confidence in myself" and ability, because the interiors are something, in my opinion, different ... Cheers Andy Thanks. I think I will either leave for a while or sell on. The interior kits are really impressive, but I am not sure the interior will ever see light of day?? I'm going to work on the F-104 next, even though I really like the armour builds. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy350 Posted December 9, 2019 Share Posted December 9, 2019 4 hours ago, FrancisGL said: Hi Andy, Many thanks for your kind words, i'm glad you like it. There is a WIP thread, in which I comment a bit on the genesis of the model, which is very substantial when it comes to understanding the result. Undoubtedly, you have to take your time to make everything we do look with a quality that satisfies us, only limited by the ability we are capable of and the materials we have at that time. Particularly, I do not start another kit, if I do not think I have finished the one in my hands. There are modelers who are authentic "predators", and are capable of it, with excellent results in addition ... Cheers Andy Hi Francis, do you have the link to the work in progress please? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted December 9, 2019 Author Share Posted December 9, 2019 7 minutes ago, Andy350 said: Hi Francis, do you have the link to the work in progress please? Hi Andy, sorry, It's just below the photos of the RTI thread, but here is the link, HTH, and good night. 🛌 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Five Posted December 11, 2019 Share Posted December 11, 2019 On 19/01/2018 at 20:54, FrancisGL said: Hi Pals, I think I can finish this upgrade / "face wash" of this model. It has not been, let's say, very aggressive, because there is no metal element on it, of each and every one that can be added, only empty shells on top, although they are not attached. The fear to ruin the kit, has been able this time more, because the plastic is not too good (if to that we add the time that I have since it was built in the factory). Still, the products used to add, more than to simulate as before, the weathering, I think they have fulfilled their function. I would like to put it on a base, and add some figure, but for now, I can not, for lack of technique and space, maybe later ... Thanks for the comments about how to improve the finish. IHMO, I think it has deserved the effort, more than anything to see if at this time, I improved my technique somewhat, maybe, although I still have to continue persevering ... Thanks as usual for watch and comment, cheers mates Black background... With some picture effects...aka old pcitures or news images of the time Until next model.... Great work-lovley detals and zimmerit 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted December 11, 2019 Author Share Posted December 11, 2019 1 hour ago, Red Five said: Great work-lovley detals and zimmerit Many thanks for our like and kind words, i'm glad you like it, Cheers Red Five 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Wallace Posted March 5, 2021 Share Posted March 5, 2021 On 19/01/2018 at 20:54, FrancisGL said: Hi Pals, I think I can finish this upgrade / "face wash" of this model. It has not been, let's say, very aggressive, because there is no metal element on it, of each and every one that can be added, only empty shells on top, although they are not attached. The fear to ruin the kit, has been able this time more, because the plastic is not too good (if to that we add the time that I have since it was built in the factory). Still, the products used to add, more than to simulate as before, the weathering, I think they have fulfilled their function. I would like to put it on a base, and add some figure, but for now, I can not, for lack of technique and space, maybe later ... Thanks for the comments about how to improve the finish. IHMO, I think it has deserved the effort, more than anything to see if at this time, I improved my technique somewhat, maybe, although I still have to continue persevering ... Thanks as usual for watch and comment, cheers mates Black background... With some picture effects...aka old pcitures or news images of the time Until next model.... Another great job Francis. I'm too scared to try a winter one 🤣 Another 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted March 5, 2021 Author Share Posted March 5, 2021 1 hour ago, David Wallace said: Another Hi David, Many thanks for your like and...cryptic comment ? ... lol..I take it for granted that you like the model ... or not? ... lol, a little more info would be much appreciated. I imagine that by having the whole series of photos in your quote, the text that you have taken the time to write, has been lost without noticing it and only the word "Another ..." remained. If there is a special model that you would like to see, let me know, it may be that I have one of those published in the forum ... Cheers and TC Francis. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WYATT Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 (edited) TBH i saw this thread name and was expecting something else (steel panther being a hair metal band lol) but i was not disappointed in the least, stunning work, almost makes me want to have a go at doing snow effects! Edited March 6, 2021 by WYATT 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Wallace Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 16 hours ago, FrancisGL said: Hi David, Many thanks for your like and...cryptic comment ? ... lol..I take it for granted that you like the model ... or not? ... lol, a little more info would be much appreciated. I imagine that by having the whole series of photos in your quote, the text that you have taken the time to write, has been lost without noticing it and only the word "Another ..." remained. If there is a special model that you would like to see, let me know, it may be that I have one of those published in the forum ... Cheers and TC Francis. Please accept my apologies Francis, I had intended to say " Another super finish Francis, only wish I was brave enough to do a winter/snow finish on one of my builds". I am not too sure what happened there. Sorry again! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted March 6, 2021 Author Share Posted March 6, 2021 1 hour ago, David Wallace said: Please accept my apologies Francis, I had intended to say " Another super finish Francis, only wish I was brave enough to do a winter/snow finish on one of my builds". I am not too sure what happened there. Sorry again! Hi David, there's nothing to apologize for, don't worry, sometimes these things happen ... lol I'm glad you like it, I don't know if you've seen the WIP (I think there are photos of how it turned out), because this model was the first to completely finish when I returned to the hobby after more than 20 years, and I liked it as it was to my own surprise, in a short time I tried to improve, with the addition of other products to simulate snow ... If I'm not mistaken, your favorites are the British AFVs? I have a Chaffy in the forum, if you are interested and have not seen it, let me know. Cheers and TC Francis. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted March 6, 2021 Author Share Posted March 6, 2021 2 hours ago, WYATT said: TBH i saw this thread name and was expecting something else (steel panther being a hairy metal band lol) but i was not disappointed in the least, stunning work, almost makes me want to have a go at doing snow effects! Hi WYATT, I admit that the name is quite "heavy" ..., but our passion is not too ... lol. I'm glad you like the finish, it can always be improved, but I was quite happy with how it looks. It's true that winter camo "scares" a bit, and it has to be very well done, IMHO, to be convincing. At the moment it is the only one I have, although I do not rule out a Russian tank later, which I would love ... Cheers and TC Francis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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