Fritag Posted November 23, 2021 Share Posted November 23, 2021 Nice oil work. Good to see them HGW rivets weren’t a waste of time. They’ve ‘popped’ with lovely subtlety (if that’s not a contradiction). Typically effortless seeming excellence Andy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamden Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 Stunning absolutely stunning! Stay safe Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
81-er Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 Amazing work there, it's really looking stunning now James 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
general melchett Posted November 24, 2021 Author Share Posted November 24, 2021 Cheers chaps, very kind of you all. Quote Good to see them HGW rivets weren’t a waste of time. Thanks Steve, it's only when you run your fingers over the surface that you can feel there's actually something there, (quiet at the back!), to be honest though, on this one, you only really need them for the upper wings and tailplane, the complete set is a bit over the top, (in scope as well as price). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giemme Posted November 27, 2021 Share Posted November 27, 2021 Impressive all round result with weathering and riveting! First to deliver at the museum? Ciao 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
general melchett Posted December 27, 2021 Author Share Posted December 27, 2021 Thanks chaps, unfortunately, due to a lot of modelling projects needing finishing and limited time to do it in, the P-38 has had to forge ahead quickly otherwise I don't think it would ever get finished. Consequently there aren't many more in progress images. The model is basically done now but I did manage to take a few of the underside during the weathering process. With the P-38 itself complete the next thing will be a suitable base...which will probably take as long as the kit! photos to follow.......hopefully! Thanks for looking, hope you approve. Melchie A mixture of weathering products were used including AMMO MIG filters and pastel powders, AK Interactive Fresh Engine Oil, fluid leaks, panel washes, etc , Liquitex inks and Abteilung 502/Adam Wilder oils. Some of these were applied using the airbrush and some via Rosemary & Co Kolinsky sable brushes. Although photos of 'Mackie' were far and few between many European period photographs were available and used wherever possible. While the Pacific Lightning's got extremely weather-beaten, faded and dusty the UK based aircraft were more muddy and paint chipped due to the prevailing weather and airfield conditions. Landing light bulb details were scratched from pieces of clear styrene. Overall photo of the underside........almost done! 28 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted December 27, 2021 Share Posted December 27, 2021 I say! That looks rather splendid in the supine position. I look forward to more pictures. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 Fantastic work. 😀 I love the look you have achieved. Johnny 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBaron Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 That panoply of oils and powders is just exquisite mon general. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 That looks the dogs danglies mate 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heloman1 Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 Excellent result your Generalship. Colin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry1954 Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 I'd call those last pictures the underside to die for! Splendid colouring and weathering. Love it. Terry 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
general melchett Posted January 2, 2022 Author Share Posted January 2, 2022 Thanks chaps, as ever, much appreciated. Got to hand it to Tamiya, they really are head and shoulders above, this is only the second of their kits I've built but must say I'm impressed, (seriously looking at their F-4B). Even though, personally I like a bit of a challenge and a chance to improve things, these things just fall together, saving a lot of time and faffing about.....and as I'm not getting any younger and seem to be busier than ever these days, that's something that's appreciated now. I received this through the post a few days ago and will begin work on them soon. The base will take a little longer, I have a few ideas, will post more soon. Thanks for looking and Happy New Year everyone. Cheers Melchie 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
81-er Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 Echoing what everyone else is saying, that weathering is absolutely beautiful James 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fritag Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 On 1/2/2022 at 11:17 AM, TheBaron said: That panoply of oils and powders is just exquisite mon general. Agreed. An exemplar. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
general melchett Posted February 5, 2022 Author Share Posted February 5, 2022 (edited) Hi all, apologies for the delays in reporting any progress here but work on this one's a bit sporadic at the moment. Anyway, I managed to get the ICM ground crew, occifer and pilot chappie painted and finished ready for a small airfield vignette I have planned for the model. Painted using both the AK and AMMO MIG flesh sets and a few Mr.Hobby acrylics for the uniforms. Hope you approve. Next up will be the base itself. Thanks for looking, more soon. Edited February 6, 2022 by general melchett 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry1954 Posted February 5, 2022 Share Posted February 5, 2022 Those ground crew look the absolute biz. Excellent examples of miniature figure painting! Terry 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perdu Posted February 6, 2022 Share Posted February 6, 2022 They are brilliant yer sirship, absolumley wonderful in fact. Fancy bidding for a subcontract? Every time I go near one of these with a paintbrush my pucker puckers... (note to self, learn to do what Melchie does...) 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
general melchett Posted February 6, 2022 Author Share Posted February 6, 2022 Thanks chaps, very kind of you, Quote Fancy bidding for a subcontract? I'll pass if you don't mind Bill but that looks a barrel of fun, look forward to seeing you sprinkle some of your magic on it. Might have a job passing the NCAP requirements but at least everyone gets a decent view also, where will you fit the rotorhead? 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perdu Posted February 6, 2022 Share Posted February 6, 2022 Ah yes, the rotorhead sits underneath the front axle Milud. It was a bit complicated to fit the drag links, but that's life. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giemme Posted February 6, 2022 Share Posted February 6, 2022 Credo looking superb, General! Setting the model on a base isn't compulsory for the museum builds, right? Otherwise I'm in trouble.... Ciao 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
general melchett Posted February 6, 2022 Author Share Posted February 6, 2022 Quote Setting the model on a base isn't compulsory for the museum builds, right? Otherwise I'm in trouble.... Good lord no, Giorgio, it was only something I fancied doing to add a bit more visual interest...just hope Jim'll have room for it! 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fritag Posted February 6, 2022 Share Posted February 6, 2022 (edited) 21 hours ago, general melchett said: Painted using both the AK and AMMO MIG flesh sets and a few Mr.Hobby acrylics for the uniforms. Hope you approve. Too many modelling skills for just one man…. Hang on; does that sound just a mite churlish? Edited February 6, 2022 by Fritag 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
81-er Posted February 7, 2022 Share Posted February 7, 2022 Exceptionally good work on the figure painting! James 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corsaircorp Posted February 7, 2022 Share Posted February 7, 2022 Not only are you a great modeller.... But also a champion in figures painting.... I stay in awe... 😮 Congrats Mon General !! Sincerely. CC 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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