Bughunter Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 Benz Motorwagen 1886, ICM 1/24 I just finished my newest work, the brand new "Benz Motorwagen 1886" from ICM in 1/24th scale. After the pleasant experience with three built Ford Model-T from ICM I couldn't help but to haggle this kit at a dealer at the exhibition in Fürstenfeldbruck (Germany). Bought on March 1st, today in the gallery - an absolute speed construction for me. Once again I tried to build out-of-the-box, but did not quite make it. My build report can be found here: http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/235069489-benz-patent-motorwagen-icm-124/ The paintwork was done with Gunze, Mr.Paint, Alclads for the metal colours and oil colours for the wood and washing. A great kit, but it also has its pitfalls. The representation of the spoke wheels is successful for a large series model, although the original has more and more filigree spokes. Annoying was the mould displacement, at least on my copy. I dedicate this model to my wife, for supporting me for my hobby. Enough babbling, now the pictures! The great print of the patent specification in A4 format is part of the kit. There are only a few details at the bottom, so one could still let off steam. Another size comparison to the not exactly big Ford T Touring, also from ICM. Cheers, Frank 34 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbostream Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 Absolutely stunning! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gorby Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 Wow, isn't that a delicate little beauty Frank. My wife's just seen the photos and says she loves it as well, so perhaps….. I wonder if someone will do an after-market Bertha Benz and sons? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bughunter Posted March 23, 2020 Author Share Posted March 23, 2020 Thank you! 4 minutes ago, Gorby said: I wonder if someone will do an after-market Bertha Benz and sons? I think I can help you: take the ICM kit number and add 1, so you have a new ICM kit number of a Motorwagen plus figures of Mrs. Benz and Sons That news is so brand new, it is not listed yet on ICM page or scalemates, but here: https://www.zinnfigur.com/en/Modelling/Model-Kits/ICM/1-24/Benz-Patent-Motorwagen-1886-with-Mrs-Benz-and-Sons.html I hope we will see then a build report too. Cheers, Frank 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peekay Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 Fantastic model(s)! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 Outstanding work! A delightful model of a charming type, skillfully built. Cheers! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang1989 Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 IMO this would make a nice piece in ANY display case because of its uniqueness and for the brilliant finish. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silver911 Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 Superb build Respect 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnl42 Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 Bravo! Excellent work on a unique subject. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pau10wen Posted March 26, 2020 Share Posted March 26, 2020 That is absolutely stunning. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Kiss Posted April 2, 2020 Share Posted April 2, 2020 Well, this is really fabulous! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bughunter Posted January 4 Author Share Posted January 4 Just let me add, that I won a Gold medal with this model during the "Austrian Model Masters" in October 2021, beside my biplanes. I was particularly pleased about that because it was off my normal topic That was great to had a real live show with real people again Cheers, Frank 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRMRL Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 This is beautifully built, the finish of the woodwork is amazing. A very unusual and interesting vehicle, thanks for sharing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince1159 Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 What a gorgeous build,missed it the first time 'round..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old John Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 Oh!!!! That is so good. Seeing this means more money spent. I must have one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bughunter Posted January 5 Author Share Posted January 5 Thank you very much! 4 hours ago, Old John said: Seeing this means more money spent. I must have one. As long I'm not responsible for this decision all is ok Cheers, Frank 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul H Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 On 04/01/2022 at 19:08, Bughunter said: Just let me add, that I won a Gold medal with this model during the "Austrian Model Masters" in October 2021, beside my biplanes. I was particularly pleased about that because it was off my normal topic That was great to had a real live show with real people again Cheers, Frank And very well deserved! All the different materials and finishes look absolutely spot on - the wood parts in particular are especially realistic! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bughunter Posted January 11 Author Share Posted January 11 Thanks! On 1/9/2022 at 9:29 PM, Paul H said: the wood parts in particular are especially realistic! I must admit that this is an advantage of building WWI biplanes normally. There you often need wood simulated with paint, so I'm practiced enough at that task. Cheers, Frank 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted January 12 Share Posted January 12 Congratulations on a fine model well done 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilX Posted February 12 Share Posted February 12 A really stunning built ... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bughunter Posted February 12 Author Share Posted February 12 Thank you! In the new ICM catalog there is now a "easy version" with the PE spokes, and I guess cheaper. But I don't know how good injected plastic will look. Cheers, Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maginot Posted February 13 Share Posted February 13 Beautifully done. The finish on the leather and wooden parts is particularly well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Mansfield Posted February 13 Share Posted February 13 A deserved winner! What a stunning model. What technique do you use for the wood effect? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bughunter Posted February 13 Author Share Posted February 13 5 hours ago, Mr Mansfield said: What technique do you use for the wood effect? This is done with oil paint on an acrylic base on white primer. Please see the built report for pictures, link at the very beginning on top. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Mansfield Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 On 13/02/2022 at 16:52, Bughunter said: This is done with oil paint on an acrylic base on white primer. Please see the built report for pictures, link at the very beginning on top. Thanks @Bughunter I may have to have some practice at this. Yours looks fantastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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