Iceman 29 Posted August 28, 2020 Share Posted August 28, 2020 Impressive job, Kev! 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted August 29, 2020 Author Share Posted August 29, 2020 Cracking pic @Iceman 29 Just goes to show how they behaved and there is not much of a sea running there First side Razzle Dazzle in Western Approaches colours Really pleased with how this turned out. Lifecolour WA colours used Having used hairspray between colours it was time to see if it worked I reckon thats a result. Just need to think about how far to go........ Hmmm!! ???? Thanks for stopping by Kev 19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted August 29, 2020 Share Posted August 29, 2020 I envy you, Rob, beefy & others doing the weathering thing. 1 hour ago, longshanks said: ... I reckon thats a result. Just need to think about how far to go........ Judging by the photos of the RCN corvettes, you can go as far as you want. Many have more rust & primer showing than paint. John 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beefy66 Posted August 29, 2020 Share Posted August 29, 2020 2 hours ago, longshanks said: reckon thats a result. Just need to think about how far to go........ I would say go all the way down to the bones these little ships where well used and abused judging by that last photo 👍 Using the hairspray technique I always found that if you did take to much off then you could just add back in further patches so as to create the effect of patching /repair work and give a layered effect Cracking job or should I say peeling job done thus far. Stay Safe beefy 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry1954 Posted August 29, 2020 Share Posted August 29, 2020 Looks the biz so far Kev! Terry 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Courageous Posted August 29, 2020 Share Posted August 29, 2020 Braver man than me. Well done Kev. Stuart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBaron Posted August 29, 2020 Share Posted August 29, 2020 5 hours ago, longshanks said: Having used hairspray between colours it was time to see if it worked Safe to say it did so to an impressive degree already Kev. I never realized quite how badly the paintwork suffered on these vessels so interested to see how far you take this process. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted August 30, 2020 Author Share Posted August 30, 2020 12 hours ago, JohnWS said: I envy you, Rob, beefy & others doing the weathering thing. Don't you dare weather the Brave Borderer or me and the big boys will be round to sort you... 11 hours ago, beefy66 said: Using the hairspray technique I always found that if you did take to much off then you could just add back in further patches so as to create the effect of patching /repair work and give a layered effect Point taken but not quite so easy with three layers 11 hours ago, Terry1954 said: Looks the biz so far Kev! Thanks 9 hours ago, Courageous said: Braver man than me. Go on you know you want to try it..... Just try your thoughts out on a paint mule 8 hours ago, TheBaron said: I never realized quite how badly the paintwork suffered on these vessels so interested to see how far you take this process. Lol so will I Thanks for your kind comments and likes Stay safe Kev 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robgizlu Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 Kev - I think it looks super, and can take a lot morre. One trick is to use different tools to "abrade" the paintwork ro get different effects. I use a "cut-off" worn down range sanding stick and a very short bristled brush to "Scrub". An accupuncture needle to scratch the surface is also effective. You might want to tie this all together after with a Filter. Mig Ammo "Grey for White" 1501 is one I intend using. Final result is going to be Superb - you've beaten me to this as this was exactly the brief for HMCS Eyebright - still on the build menu Stay Safe and keep avoiding those........ Rob 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 6 hours ago, longshanks said: ... Don't you dare weather the Brave Borderer or me and the big boys will be round to sort you... ... Okay tough guy! Just for you & the big boys. John 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted September 4, 2020 Author Share Posted September 4, 2020 On 30/08/2020 at 10:14, robgizlu said: One trick is to use different tools to "abrade" the paintwork ro get different effects. I use a "cut-off" worn down range sanding stick and a very short bristled brush to "Scrub". An accupuncture needle to scratch the surface is also effective. You might want to tie this all together after with a Filter. Mig Ammo "Grey for White" 1501 is one I intend using. I did my best and moved on to weathering stealing borrowing an idea from those noisy AFV fellas. Is it called pin wash ? Basically I dampened down an area with white spirit, dots of various colours (4). and blend it all in with a w/s dampened fan brush. I trust you like the results. So far I have only applied rust where there is an obvious reason for it but I think a bit more around the plates might be called for. What do you think? It's getting the balance right. I want her worn but not ready for scrapping... Stay safe Kev 19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beefy66 Posted September 4, 2020 Share Posted September 4, 2020 Definitely cracked it there Kev very convincing scrape along the side 👍 I would maybe go with a little more rusty wash along the plates but keep it thin and just build it up in specific areas Really enjoyable master class here mate. Stay Safe beefy 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iceman 29 Posted September 4, 2020 Share Posted September 4, 2020 For rust drips, a cotton swab soaked in a fixative to spread them downwards is effective. 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted September 5, 2020 Author Share Posted September 5, 2020 On 04/09/2020 at 17:42, longshanks said: What do you think? Apparently not a lot.... 18 hours ago, Iceman 29 said: a cotton swab Good tip. I've used the the AK rust effect colors throughout. The Tamiya bud proved useful on the light rust staining. 22 hours ago, beefy66 said: I would maybe go with a little more rusty wash along the plates but keep it thin and just build it up in specific areas Like minds..... I've increased the small stains along the hull and used further colours on the existing stains. Anchors added to give context to bow area staining. Oil tide mark (collected in port) added to the waterline. For those not of a nautical disposition the patches of red in the peeled areas is red lead a popular primer, not rust. Looking at this the rust patch back from the anchor needs reworking Last view from a U boat?? Any further rust/staining will be left until the deck is in place so I can see where the natural run offs are Stay safe Kev 19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beefy66 Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 looking like a very hard worked ship 👍 14 minutes ago, longshanks said: Last view from a U boat?? So are you going to do a U boat as well 🤔 Stay safe beefy 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 There I go feeling a little seasick again. Really looking the part now Kev. John 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Courageous Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 As I've said before Kev, you're a braver man than me with the weathering. Having done very little weathering myself, when I get round to doing it, it'll be slowly, slowly, catch a monkey. Stuart 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iceman 29 Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 You'd think so! 😮 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry1954 Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 Superb rust and general weathering work there Kev. Terry 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murdo Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 That is really starting to look the part! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 18 hours ago, Murdo said: That is really starting to look the part! Agreed, apart from the lack of the obligatory flock of seagulls following in the ship'd wake. Trying to help of Mars 👽 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dads203 Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 Blimey, I’m away for a few days and you really up the game again Kev pits some amazing work going on mate, Truly fantastic. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murdo Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 Went away for a while and discovered that Outlook has been dumping a lot of inbound posts from Britmodeller into Spam. Not a happy bunny!!! Also discovered that The Wife has been deleting lots of posts so they weren't "filling up her phone." She has no clue how the internet and email work, it's a seriously dark magic to her. As is "cooking"... ... And "Modelling"... I'm convinced she was a Seagull in a previous life. Sorry! Crack on Kev! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted September 7, 2020 Author Share Posted September 7, 2020 On 05/09/2020 at 18:23, beefy66 said: So are you going to do a U boat as well I did cross my mind but.. that would require all weapon systems to be manned. A considerable number of figures On 05/09/2020 at 19:05, JohnWS said: There I go feeling a little seasick again. Imagine being on the BB doing 50+ knots...... exciting On 05/09/2020 at 20:30, Courageous said: when I get round to doing it I would suggest starting using oils, at least it can be cleaned off @Iceman 29 very inspirational 17 hours ago, Martian said: the lack of the obligatory flock of seagulls following in the ship'd wake. No, Non, Niet, Nee, He, Nei, Geen Nao, Ez, Nullum seagulls 11 hours ago, Murdo said: I'm convinced she was a Seagull in a previous life. No. She can't go on the diorama Thank you one and all, stay safe Kev 2 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted September 7, 2020 Author Share Posted September 7, 2020 A small update Hot & Cold running water. We now have water streaming out of the scuppers/hawse pipes. Not fixed yet for obvious reasons Thanks for stopping by Stay safe Kev 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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