SimonL Posted March 27, 2021 Share Posted March 27, 2021 An inexpensive impulse buy a few weeks ago and a delight to build. Brush painted with Tamiya acrylics, with weathering from various oil and acrylic washes. Tried a bit of dry brushing with oils for the first time - happy with how it worked out. Markings from the box for a vehicle in France 1918. From my reading around it was likely with the 17th (Armoured Car) Battalion of the Tank Corps, although markings may be spurious. Thanks for looking. 36 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BKirwan Posted March 27, 2021 Share Posted March 27, 2021 There is a photo of Austin with these marking so you are alright. Nice result on what is a lovely kit . I built one some time ago as a 17th Bat. stationed in Ireland. There are some colourful 17th Bat cars out there. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullbasket Posted March 27, 2021 Share Posted March 27, 2021 That's a lovely little model. I didn't even know of the existence of this kit. You've done a grand job on it. Nice one. John. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonL Posted March 27, 2021 Author Share Posted March 27, 2021 Thanks - it was a surprise to see it in the shop. I was aware of Masterbox being known for 1:35 scale military figures, but was unaware of their 1:72 scale WW I kits. Currently building a Mk I “Female” tank - it’s equally enjoyable. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkshire man Posted March 27, 2021 Share Posted March 27, 2021 https://www.onthewaymodels.com/reviews/Masterbox/AMagnus_Masterbox_MB72008_preview.htm OTW review of the above and explanation re the spurious makings. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vytautas Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 Brilliant model, well painted and weathered. Looks like 1:35 Vytautas 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernst Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 Excellent model and great paintjob especially since it's brush painted 👍 Cheers, Ernst. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted March 29, 2021 Share Posted March 29, 2021 Congratulations on a fine looking model. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted March 29, 2021 Share Posted March 29, 2021 Hi Simon. Fantastic results in the smaller scale! Very nicely done. Kind regards, Stix 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro1 Posted March 29, 2021 Share Posted March 29, 2021 Great little build. I picked one up the other day for the same reasons. Stuck with a number of stalled builds I wanted something quick and easy to get he mojo flowing again. I did mine in Ukrainian markings. Peter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diablo rsv Posted March 29, 2021 Share Posted March 29, 2021 That's a lovely little model of an interesting subject. Wayne 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edjbartos Posted March 29, 2021 Share Posted March 29, 2021 Very nicely done Simon, beautifully painted and weathered, good job...👍 Ed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murdo Posted March 29, 2021 Share Posted March 29, 2021 Cracking job on such a small model. Very nicely built and painted! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AltcarBoB Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 Lovely job.👍 I have always thought looking at the Austin that I wouldn't want to go round a corner at anything above a walking pace. Narrow wheel base and heavy armour plate must have made it sway like a sailing ship in a storm. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonL Posted March 30, 2021 Author Share Posted March 30, 2021 Thanks for all the kind comments On 3/29/2021 at 11:41 PM, Pedro1 said: I did mine in Ukrainian markings. Ooo - let’s see it! 21 hours ago, AltcarBoB said: I have always thought looking at the Austin that I wouldn't want to go round a corner at anything above a walking pace. Narrow wheel base and heavy armour plate must have made it sway like a sailing ship in a storm. bit like a 2CV with a flak jacket? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro1 Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 On 3/30/2021 at 11:53 PM, SimonL said: Thanks for all the kind comments Ooo - let’s see it! bit like a 2CV with a flak jacket? Here you go: Hope you like it. Peter 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonL Posted April 1, 2021 Author Share Posted April 1, 2021 Nice! I like the base as well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro1 Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 That is made of a cobblestone set from Juweela, not cheap but very realistic. Peter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfman Posted April 3, 2021 Share Posted April 3, 2021 An excellent build, great work ! Wulfman 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sardaukar Posted April 3, 2021 Share Posted April 3, 2021 Great Job to @SimonL and @Pedro1. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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