AMMO The Weathering Magazine – Accessories AMMO of MIG Jiménez (AMIG4531)

[Julien]

The Weathering Magazine – Accessories

AMMO of MIG Jiménez (AMIG4531)

 

 

It can be said that the accessories used on a model can often make the model or diorama itself.  All of those accessories build the overall picture. This magazine in the Weathering series really deals with armour models and the accessories you would use with them,  though with the inclusion of tanks parts such as Mantlet covers, and figures, it may be stretching the "accessories" tag a little. 

 

 

Each article concentrates on one technique, and after a preamble from Mig himself, it proceeds as follows:

 

• German Jerry Cans WWII
• Sandbags and stowage
• Tank ammunition and ammo crates
• Details - Cans, bottles & crates
• Painting Weapons
• How to paint a manlet cover
• G.I Green - uniform colors
• Painting Furniture

 

 

Each article spans a reasonable amount of pages, and follows the familiar pattern of AMMO books, with plenty of photographs of the work in progress, plus captions that complete the picture.  Of course AMMO products feature heavily in the articles,, but the techniques are important in themselves and if you're not wedded to AMMO products for whatever reason, it is easy enough to substitute your own existing stocks.  The modelling on display is first-rate and an inspiration to us all as to what can be achieved with a little bit of skill and some innovative products and techniques.  While related to armour or vehicle projects the principles can be applied across the board. 

 

 

The magazine isn't over-burdened by adverts, and this English language version has been translated from the original language by Iain Hamilton, and is available in Spanish, French and Russian in addition.  The series can be purchased individually or as a subscription from the AMMO website, or you can probably find them at your more adventurous newsagent or model shop. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a quick reference for weathering techniques.

 

 

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