Tom W. Posted May 6, 2021 Author Share Posted May 6, 2021 (edited) Start of painting. At this point primer and base only (Tamiya Nato Green). There was not enough time for brightening up today. After painting, anti-slip surfaces emerged. I was a little afraid that it would be too thick, but it came out quite ok for me. I also painted the metal parts of the tracks. They will be in @ERK style - brand new Edited May 6, 2021 by Tom W. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vytautas Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 Really nice result! The texture of the anti-slip looks very natural. Vytautas 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted May 12, 2021 Author Share Posted May 12, 2021 Hello, Continued painting - brightening up. A little modulation, a little panel lightning - my favourite mix. At the moment I think I've flattened the colour too much but I'll have to look at it again tomorrow with fresh eyes. 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edjbartos Posted May 12, 2021 Share Posted May 12, 2021 Very nice work Tom, I really like your painting especially how you have done the pre shade, that should work out really well, looking forward to seeing how this comes out with the top coat... Ed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vytautas Posted May 12, 2021 Share Posted May 12, 2021 Very neat and precise, it looks very good. I have never used this technique myself, so it will be very interesting to see the end result. Vytautas 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted May 25, 2021 Author Share Posted May 25, 2021 Hi All, Chally painted to finish, decals in place, spot wash and finally Mr Hobby satin varnish. Now it's ready for oil paints. 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted June 5, 2021 Author Share Posted June 5, 2021 Hello Some weathering with oil paints. Maybe a little too much at the commander's hatch but the paint has already dried and cannot be removed. Now I am going to paint the rear using the airbrush and the side armours using the chipping fluid and dust enamel method. But first a matt varnish because it still shines. I had to take photos from different angles because the light reflecting off the still shiny surface does not help to show how it really looks. 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
one72 Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 This is looking really good, I’m looking forward to the final reveal! I have this kit so I’m biased. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edjbartos Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 Beautiful work Tom, that looks great, lovely paintwork, it's come out really well Ed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted June 10, 2021 Author Share Posted June 10, 2021 All the weathering has been done and this is the final look of the model body. I also painted the large lens in the machinegun turret and it reflects the light quite nicely. The model has been protected by matt varnish and all that is left is to finish the tracks, periscopes, tow ropes and some other small details. All in all there is still quite a lot to do... 13 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbthejester Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 That looks great, looking forward to seeing it with all the bits and bobs on it, even in scale it looks a monster. cheers Mark 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted June 11, 2021 Author Share Posted June 11, 2021 (edited) 6 hours ago, mbthejester said: That looks great, looking forward to seeing it with all the bits and bobs on it, even in scale it looks a monster. Because it is a monster! Even on a shelf next to other tanks with that side armouring and "tea table" on the turret it impresses with its size. By the way, I painted the rubber caps on the tracks and rusted them a bit with a heavily thinned rotbraun. I think they will look better on a dusty vehicle than new ones. Edited June 11, 2021 by Tom W. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ERK Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 Excellent work. Erk. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edjbartos Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 Very nice Tom, it's looking great.. Ed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilspen Posted June 17, 2021 Share Posted June 17, 2021 I have one of these in the stash. Your build has been / will be really useful when I get around to it. I hope mine will come out half as good as yours. Fantastic work. Cheers Neil. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted June 20, 2021 Author Share Posted June 20, 2021 On 17/06/2021 at 21:07, neilspen said: I have one of these in the stash. Your build has been / will be really useful when I get around to it. I hope mine will come out half as good as yours. Fantastic work. Cheers Neil. Thanks Neil. I will be glad if you find this topic useful in building your model. I look forward to you starting your build report - I will certainly be looking in BTW Chally is already finished and waiting for a photo shoot so if something doesn't fall off it will be in RFI soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deano353 Posted June 21, 2021 Share Posted June 21, 2021 Thats an awesome looking tank I really like the Challenger 2. Doesn't look like you had any issues which is great to know as I have this in my stash the box is heavy for a model and your model shows why. Just curious is the anti slip applied like paint? Or do you have to mix it with water to apply? It really looks good which is why I ask as I have never seen that before. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted June 22, 2021 Author Share Posted June 22, 2021 On 21/06/2021 at 11:59, Deano353 said: Thats an awesome looking tank I really like the Challenger 2. Doesn't look like you had any issues which is great to know as I have this in my stash the box is heavy for a model and your model shows why. Just curious is the anti slip applied like paint? Or do you have to mix it with water to apply? It really looks good which is why I ask as I have never seen that before. Thanks. Anti-Slip paste is a product ready to use straight from the tube. In my opinion, it is best applied with a sponge, but it is worth practising on a piece of plastic before. As I see there are still many Challengers waiting for us on the forum and I will gladly look into your topics because I already have this fight behind me. It's ready for inspection now so feel invited. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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