discussion Latest Acquisitions (2023)

[Andy T]

I may have bitten off more than I can chew Tim, but we'll see how it goes.

I cleaned the slight mould lines up pretty easily but a dash of primer has shown quite a rough (for the size) casting texture on some parts. It doesn't look intentional as its too localised, so more work needed I think.

 

[Tim Marlow]

I may have bitten off more than I can chew Tim, but we'll see how it goes.

I cleaned the slight mould lines up pretty easily but a dash of primer has shown quite a rough (for the size) casting texture on some parts. It doesn't look intentional as its too localised, so more work needed I think.

Not uncommon on that type of figure really. Usually caused by overheated metal I understand. Don’t knock yourself out about it Andy. It is surprising what doesn’t show under a coat of paint. Burnishing the surface with a smooth metal object can help, but don’t try a suede brush as some recommend, it just takes the sharp edges off the casting.

 

[Ian M]

Off topic a bit but.
Is it a bad thing when you open the door for the GLS Delivery man and he chuckles and says "Its not for you this time".

 

[adt70hk]

Off topic a bit but.
Is it a bad thing when you open the door for the GLS Delivery man and he chuckles and says "Its not for you this time".

But it does mean you have one in the bag for the next time one is for you!

 

[Dave Ward]

A late delivery from postie

Dragon moulds originally ( still has PE ) - now has a nice Cartograf decal sheet. Ebay auction, just over £18 delivered - has a sticker from the Aviation Hobby Shop, West Drayton for £29.99!
Dave

 

[Andy T]

My wife was being dragged around model shops by our son today and liked the look of this so brought it home for me



Talking of my lad, I'd mentioned that I didn't have many colours for the figure I'd just got so he passed on a boxful of stuff he was given but has never used. Over 40 paints, mostly model color. Not bad for a freebie!

 

[scottie3158]

A present from my daughter

 

[Guest]

All better than my delivery from Amazon, an empty packet ! Said it was handed to resident, NOT.
At least I was offered a full refund.

 

[adt70hk]

My wife was being dragged around model shops by our son today and liked the look of this so brought it home for me



Talking of my lad, I'd mentioned that I didn't have many colours for the figure I'd just got so he passed on a boxful of stuff he was given but has never used. Over 40 paints, mostly model color. Not bad for a freebie!

A present from my daughter

Very good of the both of them.

Just waiting for my daughter's Father's Day gift to arrive....bit early but I was buying some stuff and she said she's pay for it.

 

[The Smythe Meister]

A present from my daughter

I've got the one on the right Scottie...
.... It's a great book isn't it.
Thoughtful present from your daughter indeed.

 

[adt70hk]

So following the question about how affix windows and canopy masks and various recommendations (here), I thought I would give this a whirl......

ATB.

Andrew

 

[Guest]

So following the question about how affix windows and canopy masks and various recommendations (here), I thought I would give this a whirl......

ATB.

Andrew

I see Andrew VMS have just bought a window glue .

 

[Jim R]

I see Andrew VMS have just bought a window glue .

I'll definitely give that a go. VMS stuff is generally very good.

 

[Guest]

I'll definitely give that a go. VMS stuff is generally very good.

It is Jim and Chris the owner is very approachable if you have any queries.

 

[yak face]

So following the question about how affix windows and canopy masks and various recommendations (here), I thought I would give this a whirl......

ATB.

Andrew

Its good stuff andrew , just have to be very careful as it can be stringy in application , plus getting the pin back in the needle tube is like threading a sewing needle! Definitely need the optivisor for that !

 

[tr1ckey66]

Its good stuff andrew , just have to be very careful as it can be stringy in application , plus getting the pin back in the needle tube is like threading a sewing needle! Definitely need the optivisor for that !

I was just about to reply with the same info. One more thing to add is that when the tube is new, through capillary action, sometimes the glue just wants to keep coming out of the hypo needle. Be ready with a tissue and the top and you’ll be fine.

 

[adt70hk]

Its good stuff andrew , just have to be very careful as it can be stringy in application , plus getting the pin back in the needle tube is like threading a sewing needle! Definitely need the optivisor for that !

I was just about to reply with the same info. One more thing to add is that when the tube is new, through capillary action, sometimes the glue just wants to keep coming out of the hypo needle. Be ready with a tissue and the top and you’ll be fine.

Thanks guys. Duly noted.....might do some practicing on bit of sprue beforehand!

 

[Guest]

Finally brought my new car home the drive home was pleasant no rattles or squeaks and plenty of power compared to my old one a few niggles that are not to my liking nothing much I can't sort out.

Does it still roll over when going around corners???

 

[Guest]

"Walked past a model shop".....
.....and just got inexorably drawn inside!!

It's the hook around the neck that does it....

 

[Guest]

It's a nice kit

Walked past a model shop last night so added a bubble top spit to my collection.

it's a nice kit, got one in my stash.