Father’s Day gift - Merkava Mk 1 (Tamiya 1:35)

[SimonL]

My son, knowing my hobby, gave me this as a Father’s Day gift last month. It’s well outside my usual subjects, so it made for a refreshing change. I also learnt a lot along the way (thanks @Bullbasket @Milan Mynar @FrancisGL ). Finished with markings straight out of the box using brush painted Vallejo Model Air Sinai Grey for the main colour and a variety of washes to make it look a bit used, but not abused. Build thread can be found here: 

 

And a few photos in the bright sunshine.

 

 

 

 

 

 

[FrancisGL]

Hi Simon, 

It turned out very nice, it reminds me a lot of mine...(attack of nostalgia)... It looks better IMHO in the exterior photos... Your child will be happy to see the result.

Cheers and TC

Francis.👍

[binbrook87]

That's a beauty! I'm no expert armour builder but do like to tackle the odd tank now and again as a refreshing change from the norm of aircraft kits. The Tamiya models do make a perfect pallet cleanser. I really like the look of the Merkava and you've done a cracking job here...and also goes to show that you don't need an airbrush to get quality results. Fine work all round 👍👍

Edited October 17, 2022 by binbrook87

[providence]

Very nice model ! the weathering is subtile and realistic, good job.

 

Regards

 

Providence

[StuartH]

Brilliant job all round. I really like it 👏

[Bullbasket]

2 down, one to go. Nice work Simon. It looks first class.

 

John.

[SimonL]

Thanks everyone for the positive feedback!

3 hours ago, Bullbasket said:

2 down, one to go. Nice work Simon. It looks first class.

 

John.

I think the Sherman will take me a bit longer!