Jasper dog Posted October 23, 2020 Share Posted October 23, 2020 Nice pe work and well spotted on the fender extensions, something easily overlooked, until now! Atb 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vytautas Posted October 23, 2020 Share Posted October 23, 2020 Nice work, looks great. Looking in with interest. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted November 4, 2020 Author Share Posted November 4, 2020 I bought an Aber's Belts & Straps set to attach some things. I also improved the appearance of the searchlight. The previous belts and buckles were too thick. I put on tracks from AFV Club and tried on some equipment. I think the construction is finished and the tank is ready to be painted. 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
APA Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 Very nice and sharp with lots of clutter. Can't beat a busy model. Those aber straps look good. Might invest in a set. Is it the 'buckles and straps' set? A 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted November 4, 2020 Author Share Posted November 4, 2020 1 hour ago, APA said: Very nice and sharp with lots of clutter. Thanks, but I tried not to mess too much with the equipment I didn't want it to be boring but I also didn't want to cover the shape of the tank, which often happens with Patton models. 1 hour ago, APA said: Is it the 'buckles and straps' set? I used this set http://www.aber.net.pl/detal,1216.html I think it is more universal and has more belts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuartH Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 That is some excellent detail work going on there. Well done 👏 Looking forward to seeing it painted. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamden Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 3 minutes ago, StuartH said: That is some excellent detail work going on there. Well done 👏 Looking forward to seeing it painted. Seconded Stay safe Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longbow Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 Very nice work !! If I could just suggest, you scrape the molded on rope off that stowage box, and replace it with some braided wire ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasper dog Posted November 5, 2020 Share Posted November 5, 2020 The hallmark of a good model, it looks almost as good unpainted as it will painted! Great work with some super touches and improvements. Atb Darryl 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullbasket Posted November 5, 2020 Share Posted November 5, 2020 There's some excellent detail work there with the etched brass. I especially like the .50 cal MG. A vast improvement over the kit offering. Great work. John. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edjbartos Posted November 5, 2020 Share Posted November 5, 2020 A beautifully made model with wonderful features. In a way it's a shame to paint it now, but looking forward to seeing how this comes out.. Ed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted November 5, 2020 Author Share Posted November 5, 2020 12 hours ago, Longbow said: If I could just suggest, you scrape the molded on rope off that stowage box, and replace it with some braided wire ? 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longbow Posted November 5, 2020 Share Posted November 5, 2020 6 minutes ago, Tom W. said: Much better !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
APA Posted November 5, 2020 Share Posted November 5, 2020 23 hours ago, Tom W. said: Thanks, but I tried not to mess too much with the equipment I didn't want it to be boring but I also didn't want to cover the shape of the tank, which often happens with Patton models. I used this set http://www.aber.net.pl/detal,1216.html I think it is more universal and has more belts. Ah thanks for that. I'll probably end up getting both 😂👍 A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted November 12, 2020 Author Share Posted November 12, 2020 Hello, I've made the preparation for the base color. And the base color will probably be Tamiya LP-29 Olive Drab 2. 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edjbartos Posted November 13, 2020 Share Posted November 13, 2020 Really nice Tom, nicely painted. Lovely graduations will come out great with the base colour on top. Excellent so far... Ed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted January 7, 2021 Author Share Posted January 7, 2021 I'm back Finally... The model is now ready for oils. I have a problem taking photos of the glossy model and couldn't get the right color. It is actually greener. 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullbasket Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 That looks really good Tom. That gloss finish is the most shiny that I've seen. Can I ask, what did you use for the gloss coat? John. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted January 8, 2021 Author Share Posted January 8, 2021 Thanks John. 9 hours ago, Bullbasket said: Can I ask, what did you use for the gloss coat? This is my favorite Mr Hobby GX 112. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted January 9, 2021 Author Share Posted January 9, 2021 (edited) Hello, Patton has received wash and some oils and is ready to get dirty. Edited January 9, 2021 by Tom W. 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted January 10, 2021 Share Posted January 10, 2021 Looks good! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edjbartos Posted January 11, 2021 Share Posted January 11, 2021 That is looking really nice Tom, the different colour tones look brilliant, looking forward to seeing some more... Ed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullbasket Posted January 12, 2021 Share Posted January 12, 2021 Have to agree with what Ed has said. You've managed to make those colours tones look so real. Great job Tom. John. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted February 12, 2021 Author Share Posted February 12, 2021 Unfortunately, I ruined my work because of too much weathering and I decided to repaint. This time I used the darker color Tamiya Olive Green on a black and white base as before. I did weathering with a mixture of oils and pigments in several steps so as not to overdo it again. Finally the tank is ready and waiting for additional equipment. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamden Posted February 12, 2021 Share Posted February 12, 2021 That looks superb great paintwork and weathering Stay safe Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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