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Airfix Modeller Freak
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I do exactly what Patrick does- that will do the trick. However, if it doesn't work, cut the decals with a fresh blade along the panel lines. to open up the underlying surface. Run the pin wash along, and it should work perfectly as well. However, this should be a last measure procedure.
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Flyermay
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Just ordered the softner Patrick recommended, though I'm afraid it would be too late for this model -don't think it will work one week after having placed the decals-; so thanks a lot for that tip.
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Stevekir
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Flyermay
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I used a decal fixer, so I figured out it would be well dry by then and would not allow the decals to fill in the irregularities by applying the softener on top. I don’t really know, since I never used it before.
Anyway, I already varnished over yesterday morning, and just finished re-washing over the lines I marked with a blade; as John suggested.
Good to know for the next, so thanks.
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Flyermay
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Almost finished my first fully weathered model. Just needs a couple of details, uncover the canopy, and the final coat; in case I need to change anything.
I think it's overdone though. I mean, it doesn't look like in the pictures of the real one I saw on the web; specially of that exact plane. Anyway, criticism is allowed; as long as it is constructive.
Looks dirty; don't you think?
I think it's overdone though. I mean, it doesn't look like in the pictures of the real one I saw on the web; specially of that exact plane. Anyway, criticism is allowed; as long as it is constructive.
Looks dirty; don't you think?
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If you were looking at the same pics I was they are of the restored aircraft in a very clean state, looking at wartime pictures of mustangs they are dirtier.
It looks fine to me. referring to photos I would have extended the exhaust staining a bit further towards the rear, but that is personal taste.
It looks fine to me. referring to photos I would have extended the exhaust staining a bit further towards the rear, but that is personal taste.
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Flyermay
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Yes, I considered that. But I could only find older pictures in black and white; so I wasn't able to use them as a guide. This is one of the best I found in color.
I also think you are right about the exhaust stain; in most pictures I saw it covers that whole panel; which actually looks as if it was replaced. The exhausts themselves also look of a darker tone than the silver recommended in the kit; even though I already used steel; which should had been darker)
I'll see what I can do to correct those problems. Thanks a lot for your comments.
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A point to note in the bottom picture you can see the whitish deposits on each exhaust pipe except the first, getting stronger as you go back, this is due to I believe lead in the fuel. And does not occur on German aircraft of the period due to a different fuel mix.
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Flyermay
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Thanks for point out those small details; all have been added.
Someone mentioned, don't remember in which thread, that the stage he most likes is research and planning; are those the types of things you look for while researching? I mean, is it only those last touches, our do you research anything else while and before building a new model -I'm asking specially in regards to aircraft modelling-?
I think everyone is different.
I tend to look around and think about what I want to build next and then do some research, look at kit reviews and build reviews, before buying the kit. I will do some research on the particular aircraft I am building and look around at pictures of that aircraft or the same type of aircraft, and check the paint call outs on the kit. If I can find them pictures of the cockpit are useful.
That allows me to add small details missing from the kit or modify the kit slightly if necessary.
I am generally interested in history and military history in particular so I do a lot of reading around in general.
I tend to look around and think about what I want to build next and then do some research, look at kit reviews and build reviews, before buying the kit. I will do some research on the particular aircraft I am building and look around at pictures of that aircraft or the same type of aircraft, and check the paint call outs on the kit. If I can find them pictures of the cockpit are useful.
That allows me to add small details missing from the kit or modify the kit slightly if necessary.
I am generally interested in history and military history in particular so I do a lot of reading around in general.
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Conan
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I read your posts 0n this forum and I have one question about washes. What do you think about 'Winsor & Newton' oil paints as a washes?
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John Rixon
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Any oil paints will make a decent wash, even those cheap Chinese sets of oil paints, but you do tend to get a smoother paint, the more money you spend.
W&N Georgian paints are pretty good value and plenty good enough for home-made washes, I recommend you use odourless thinners though, as white spirit whiffs a bit! Do make sure they are well mixed before using, and remember, washes are pretty much dirty thinners - ie very thin, always easier to put on a few layers!
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John Rixon
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Recommend burnt umber, burnt sienna, Paynes grey (rather than black - a transparent colour used for shadows and darkening the tone of paints) to kick off with.
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Conan
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HI John, thanks a lot for your advice.
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I seem to get away with using Humbrol black wash over a clear gloss coat and a cotton swab to wipe away excess. I find sometimes the wash doesn't always run down the line, so i encourage it with a cockstail stick and occasionally some bad language
