SimonL Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 (edited) I am gradually working my way through a build of a Bronco 1:35 A10 Cruiser Tank, and while I am enjoying that I needed a little break. This was a perfect palate cleanser. It took longer to weather than to build. Its the newish Airfix Sherman Firefly and I built it pretty much out of the box, except for added some wire lifting rings on the turret, drilling out the muzzle brake and some effort to represent the headlight guards (the "wire" used was just repurposed staples). Finished as a tank from the Northamptonshire Yeomanry in Normandy, August 1944. Brush painted with MIG Ammo SCC15 and weathered with oils and some acrylic washes. I was aiming to try and get a "dusty" look. Thanks for looking, and back to the Bronco A10... Edited May 15, 2021 by SimonL Photos needed. 28 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sardaukar Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 Hi Simon Great job on the finish. those headlight guards look effective for just a staple. I have this model sitting on the shelf to be painted, but you've inspired me to get out the wire and drill before doing so. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfman Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 A fine Firefly, nice work ! Wulfman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanC Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 Excellent. The extra details you added are neat. I've got one of these saved up for the Sherman GB. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonL Posted May 18, 2021 Author Share Posted May 18, 2021 Thanks for the kind comments! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3DStewart Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 A fine model. Though I wouldn't call the Airfix kit super detailed, it's certainly a competent offering and you've made it look good. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted May 28, 2021 Share Posted May 28, 2021 Great Firefly Simon. You have done a fantastic job with the new (ish) Airfix kit. Might have to get myself one of those! Kind regards, Stix 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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