APA Posted May 3, 2021 Share Posted May 3, 2021 I've really enjoyed doing this one. Very nice model to make. Other than the fiddley running gear everything is a breeze. Even the tracks are fine since they are huge! I wanted to show this thing off with some sort of purpose since the only pics are the test P1-P6 ones which were pared down with little in the way of gear on the outside. The experimental element of this kit was the camo netting which sort of went how I wanted it to and I must give a big thanks to @Das Abteilung for the donation of the scrim and also inspiration from his build. 👍🏻 I thought I'd add a few bits to the back and made a crate for all the gear. All bar the jerry cans and flimsies are scratch built. The two straps on the rear near side and jerry are scratch plus a few other bits and bobs and I added the aftermarket side loading hatch. Taking inspiration from how Churchills were in WW2 I removed the central track covers and replaced with wire mesh. As in keeping with British armour of the time I also added a mantel cover which I think finishes her of nicely. There are a few pics of one of the actual test units sporting a cover so.... This was also my first go with dry decals from Archer. I have to say I'm a fan. Oh and a first serious go ate brush chipping. I went a little over the top but with most things modelling I soon realised that less is more. I'm rather chuffed with myself on the restrained mud weathering. Well done me 🤓 Set in about 1948 this little cutie would prowling around the German - Polish border looking for anything big and Russian! The crew have a keen sense of irony and conscious that this is a bit of a big girl so she needed a little help in the wardrobe department in the way of Camo netting. I think she looks pretty suitably intimidating And for size comparison!! The WIP is here - Thanks for looking all Andrew 45 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nenad Ilijic Posted May 3, 2021 Share Posted May 3, 2021 Wow, this turned out fantastic! Paintjob, weathering, all the details, that camo netting.... all first class. And it looks terrifying, like a swamp monster Cheers, Nenad 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steben Posted May 3, 2021 Share Posted May 3, 2021 I'm repeating myself a bit: Tinkerbell oozes Britishness. Well done! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEXANTOMCAT Posted May 3, 2021 Share Posted May 3, 2021 Show winner 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diablo rsv Posted May 3, 2021 Share Posted May 3, 2021 44 minutes ago, APA said: Well done me 🤓 Well done you indeed Andrew. I love the way that has turned out, there is a lot to like. The way you have weathered it is just right, the mantlet cover and camo nets look very authentic and the accessories are the icing on the cake. Wayne 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingsman Posted May 3, 2021 Share Posted May 3, 2021 That's just brilliant. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panda Commander Posted May 3, 2021 Share Posted May 3, 2021 Next-level modelling. Panda Commander 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
APA Posted May 3, 2021 Author Share Posted May 3, 2021 Thank you @Steben @TEXANTOMCAT @diablo rsv @Das Abteilung and @Panda Commander very much. Glad you like her 😁 And yes @Nenad Ilijic I see what you mean about a sea monster 😂😂😂😂😂 Perhaps more specifically the Sea Devil from Dr Who? 😉😁 Andrew 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ijs302 Posted May 3, 2021 Share Posted May 3, 2021 a stunning build on all levels , everything looks just right , i love the crews sense of humour with the name ian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerberus Posted May 3, 2021 Share Posted May 3, 2021 2 hours ago, Nenad Ilijic said: Wow, this turned out fantastic! Paintjob, weathering, all the details, that camo netting.... all first class. And it looks terrifying, like a swamp monster I second what Nenad said, a fantastic job, and yes Tinkerbell the swamp monster would look terrifying to all other tanks... and put the fear of God into most bridges as well Plus a thoroughly enjoyable build log during what has been a very boring lockdown, you deserve credit for that Matt 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanC Posted May 3, 2021 Share Posted May 3, 2021 Intimidating. And that's just the model! Brilliant work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carius Posted May 3, 2021 Share Posted May 3, 2021 That is one very nicely finished tank, it really does look superb. Cesar. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheOxley Posted May 4, 2021 Share Posted May 4, 2021 Nice...looks like a beast! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo1966 Posted May 4, 2021 Share Posted May 4, 2021 Followed your build in the WiP and was really impressed. Now with the final details and the cam net it is out of this world! Really well done, I love it. George 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullbasket Posted May 4, 2021 Share Posted May 4, 2021 I too followed this build, and was very impressed with it. I'm even more impressed with the way that it has turned out. Cracking job. BTW. If you have an art suppliers near you, go and get some of their art board. Sheets of card about 3' X 2' that you can use to take the photos on without getting any joins or seams in the shot. John. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted May 4, 2021 Share Posted May 4, 2021 WOW! That really is an awesome looking beast! And your modelling skills and additional work have really taken it to the next Level! Exceptionally well done! Kind regards, Stix 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
APA Posted May 4, 2021 Author Share Posted May 4, 2021 22 hours ago, ijs302 said: a stunning build on all levels , everything looks just right , i love the crews sense of humour with the name ian Thanks Ian 22 hours ago, Cerberus said: I second what Nenad said, a fantastic job, and yes Tinkerbell the swamp monster would look terrifying to all other tanks... and put the fear of God into most bridges as well Plus a thoroughly enjoyable build log during what has been a very boring lockdown, you deserve credit for that Matt Thanks Matt, Glad I brightened your days 😁 and yes the swamp monster otherwise known as the bridge buster 😂 21 hours ago, IanC said: Intimidating. And that's just the model! Brilliant work. Ha ha! Thanks IanC 18 hours ago, Carius said: That is one very nicely finished tank, it really does look superb. Cesar. Tah Cesar 17 hours ago, TheOxley said: Nice...looks like a beast! Thanks Oxley 12 hours ago, Geo1966 said: Followed your build in the WiP and was really impressed. Now with the final details and the cam net it is out of this world! Really well done, I love it. George Cheers George. Glad you liked the WIP. 11 hours ago, Bullbasket said: I too followed this build, and was very impressed with it. I'm even more impressed with the way that it has turned out. Cracking job. BTW. If you have an art suppliers near you, go and get some of their art board. Sheets of card about 3' X 2' that you can use to take the photos on without getting any joins or seams in the shot. John. Thanks John. Thanks for the tip. I think I usually use A3 sheets but couldn't find them. I'm pondering printing a generic background on A3 but we'll see. 10 hours ago, PlaStix said: WOW! That really is an awesome looking beast! And your modelling skills and additional work have really taken it to the next Level! Exceptionally well done! Kind regards, Stix Thank you very much Stix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vytautas Posted May 5, 2021 Share Posted May 5, 2021 If I cannot be one of the first to write about a good model, then there is nothing to write about - others have already said everything, so I have to agree with them. All that remains is to congratulate you on the superb model. Vytautas 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
APA Posted May 5, 2021 Author Share Posted May 5, 2021 1 hour ago, vytautas said: If I cannot be one of the first to write about a good model, then there is nothing to write about - others have already said everything, so I have to agree with them. All that remains is to congratulate you on the superb model. Vytautas Thanks vyautas. Appreciated 😁 Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Getting Old Posted June 4, 2021 Share Posted June 4, 2021 Wow, very nicely done 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Model Mate Posted June 4, 2021 Share Posted June 4, 2021 I thoroughly enjoyed your build, and the end result is simply fantastic - it looks like it weighs a ton! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
APA Posted June 4, 2021 Author Share Posted June 4, 2021 1 minute ago, Model Mate said: I thoroughly enjoyed your build, and the end result is simply fantastic - it looks like it weighs a ton! It actually does! 😂 I'll weigh it tonight for you 😁 Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
APA Posted June 4, 2021 Author Share Posted June 4, 2021 'alf a pound to you Squire 😉 Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitewolf Posted June 4, 2021 Share Posted June 4, 2021 That is one mean looking machine! Absolutely brilliant!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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