new winter dio "why tigers dont play in mud"

Tyler Christiansen · Apr 6, 2012

Its ok and I found my camera and we also went to lowes and bought some wood to use as a base and my stepdad decided to get a 2ft x 2ft piece of wood which when youll see i have a lot of extra space (represented by my priest in the upper left corner) so any suggestions would be accepted. As for the models i know theyre not 100% accurate so i figured i give them a whitewash but try to weather it a lot so tell me what you think and please feel free to criticize

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aaron · Apr 6, 2012

Tyler, Good to see some pics mate. Some are a bit blurry. This has the makings of an EPIC dio written all over it.

Love the Schurzen and i have a soft spot for the early panzers so i like the schlepper a lot. Well done so far.

andyrobs · Apr 6, 2012

Hi tyler, looking good mate, keep up the good work and you'll have a great dio mate.

Cheers, Andrew

Tyler Christiansen · Apr 7, 2012

thanks for the comments and well looks like this project is going to go on hold since I have no money for models but im still trying to think of something to put in the corner so any suggestions would be appreciated

aaron · Apr 7, 2012

How about a scratchbuilt house ruin? Or a bridge?

I know what you mean about having no money for models mate, My "hobby" budget is strict and swmbo controlled. Im allways on the lookout for model kit bargins and deals, For me if im having a tight week or if the swmbo account is closed instead of getting a cheaper 1:35 kit with fit issues or low detail i find myself looking at better detailed smaller scale kits. I would rather build good quality 1:72 kits over bad quality cheaper 1:35 kits. Im rambling on but good luck bro and let us decide what you put in the corner.

Tyler Christiansen · Apr 10, 2012

thanks for the tips and as for that open space ive been thinking as to what to put there and though scratch built house/bridge/etc. would be fun to do ive been doing some research I learned about how the 6th panzer army had some artillery companies that were equipped with the 21cm morser 18 and i figured having one of those out on the corner would provide some good action and to justify it it can be the tanks were in the rear and they were moving up to the front and were passing this artillery gun. Its not set in stone but I have also wanted to do a german howitzer so I figured I can throw it in right there in that open spot

Tyler Christiansen · Apr 27, 2012

well I ordered some more models a panzer IV Ausf H/J some tank crewmen relaxing a potential tank track replacement (Sd.Kfz.251/4) some panzer dunkelgelb 1943 paint and german insignia decals. The model site i order my models ran out of the tiger 1 so ill order it when they get more and i have money

aaron · Apr 27, 2012

Thats the one bro, Nothing like a little poly retail therapy.lols

What make paint did you purchase?

noble · Apr 27, 2012

\ said:
thanks for the comments and well looks like this project is going to go on hold since I have no money for models but im still trying to think of something to put in the corner so any suggestions would be appreciated

Tyler first i like the whitewash on the vehicles in my view it looks like it is supposed to, remember these guys applied camouflage in the field and usually with a brush or whatever they had at hand. As fo the corner.... do you have any polystyrene sheeting from a pizza box or packing, i was thinking two walls cut out a door and abit of a window and have the corner of a destroyed and abandoned structure. By making two walls and placing it right in the corner it adds a focal point..... what do you think.

scott

spanner570 · Apr 27, 2012

Your diorama is coming on nicely Tyler.

Good pointers there from my buddy Scott too.....

You write that money is a bit tight right now, but keep in mind diorama bases can, and do, get built for next to nothing.

I rarely, if ever, buy stuff to make mine.....Take a look around the house, garage and the garden. There is a treasure chest full of stuff there.

Scott's idea of a right angled wall or structure (or two) is excellent. It doesn't have to be complicated either.

Good luck with the model,

Ron

Tyler Christiansen · Apr 28, 2012

Thank you all for the tips if I can find some polystyrene sheeting then ill try that and as for the paint it is testors

Tyler Christiansen · May 4, 2012

Sorry I haven't uploaded any pics ive been busy with scholarships/ROTC (I just got promoted to X.O. which means im 2nd in command :D ) but i did get my models and built them just have to paint them. Take a look at the build and tell me what you think.

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P.S. I also used a replacement track for Sd.Kfz.251 and besides for the obvious wrong type of track the only problem is that its too small but the mud can easily cover it up and I also got some infantry uniform decals from Tamiya and if anyone has used them can you tell me what you think about them?

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mobear · May 4, 2012

oh its going to look mighty fine tyler

mobear

ps pic 9 that officer is sinking into your desk lol

aaron · May 5, 2012

Panzer 4 looks great, schlepper looks fantastic.

I have those decals and have used them they are good Just treat them like any other decals and they should conform and look great. Better than trying to paint the tiny lines etc lol.

dubster72 · May 5, 2012

Well done Executive Officer! Obviously Tyler, I'm in two minds about what to say, bearing in mind the furore I caused before!

Ok everything looks good from where I am, the only point I'd make is the bits of kit strewn across the tank's decks - this wouldn't happen because not only is it going to be jolted off in transit, but more importantly no crew member would want to slip on loose stuff when entering or leaving the vehicle quickly.

What version of Panzer 4 I'd that Tyler, is it the Ausf H? The Tamiya tank crew are a quality item, I've used them myself & as Aaron said, those decals are easier than painting! You'll probably need some decal softener though.

Cheers

Patrick

Tyler Christiansen · May 5, 2012

thank you for the comments and just so im understanding you correctly when youre talking about the bits of kit are you talking about on the jagdpanzer IV? and as for the figures they are indeed a quality item and the decals are good i liked them but i definitely need some decal softener because I dont have it so some decals fell off in to the dark abyss. And yes my table started eating that tank commander lol

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And Patrick yes it is ausf H i bought academy's panzer IV Ausf H/J

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dubster72 · May 5, 2012

Yeah I think it's the Jagd 4 I was referring to. Those decals look good, unfortunately I've got to paint some by hand!

Does the Academy kitchen come with shurtzën & Thoma shields Tyler?

Cheers

Patrick

Tyler Christiansen · May 6, 2012

ok I see what youre saying about the jagd 4 thank you about the decals and you can buy a different version that does have the shields but not the one i bought

Tyler Christiansen · May 6, 2012

papa 695 · May 6, 2012

Some great work there Tyler your builds are getting better and better. you just need to steady your hands when taking the photos there are a few that are a little fuzzy I hope you dont mind me saying that

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