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M3A1 Stuart (1:35 scale)


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My second finished model for the new decade, but only the first I'm willing to show in public.

 

This is Tamiya's M3A1 kit. I added grab handles made from wire, and some lead foil tool straps, with lead wire buckles. Everything else is from the box. It was a very simple, easy to build kit.

 

I decided to finish the kit in a classic artistic style, as I wanted something representational if the real thing, without distracting from the lines of the tank with too much weathering. The finish was done entirely with acrylic and oil paints. This type of finish was HEAVILY influenced by BM member @Plastix, who was very gracious in providing guidance along the way.

 

Thanks, Stix!

 

Oh, and this was my first serious attempt at a figure, so don't be too harsh.

 

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Thank you all for the kind comments and likes. 

 

 

I have a question about how these pictures look on your screens. When I view this from my pc at home, the color balance is on the bright side. But when viewed on my phone, or on the screen at work, the pictures look pretty dark. 

 

What are you seeing? 

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Wow! That is really impressive!  Your painting and weathering has worked beautifully! And the figure really adds to the appearance. Very well done! :worthy: :worthy:

Kind regards,

Stix

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