discussion Joe's 1/72 Airfix Boeing Chinook HC1

[Neil]

Looking great, on the camo masking, what is the black ‘resin’ like stuff? That looks interesting to use?

 

[Andy T]

Looking great, on the camo masking, what is the black ‘resin’ like stuff? That looks interesting to use?

Masking putty, available from a few brands.

Alternatives could be white tack or silly putty.

AK Interactive Elastic Camouflage Masking Putty AK-8076

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[flyjoe180]

Looking really good....

Cheers Peter.

Great start

Thanks Paul

Looks superb joe , masking a sharpish edge on such an awkward shape is a task isnt it . Looks great now , looking forward to the masking coming off , cheers tony

Cheers Tony. You're not wrong about the camouflage on awkward shapes. The masking putty helps.

Coming along very nicely Joe. I'm pretty sure I've built this same kit when it came in a Revell box....

Nick

Cheers Nick. I wouldn't be surprised if this kit has done the rounds over the years.

Looking great, on the camo masking, what is the black ‘resin’ like stuff? That looks interesting to use?

Thanks Neil. It's masking putty, in this case AK. It's essentially the same stuff in different branded tins. After use you can roll it around/knead it which cleans it. I've used it for acrylic, lacquer and enamel paint jobs. On enamel it can leave a slight residue, but seems fine on acrylic and lacquer. I've seen Silly Putty used for the same purpose, and it's a lot cheaper.

Masking putty, available from a few brands.

Alternatives could be white tack or silly putty.

AK Interactive Elastic Camouflage Masking Putty AK-8076

Shop AK Interactive Elastic Camouflage Masking Putty AK-8076 including paints, weathering effects, tools, and accessories for scale modelling. High-quality products trusted by hobbyists worldwide. Fast UK delivery.

www.scalemodelshop.co.uk

Yes that is the stuff, thanks Andy.

 

[flyjoe180]

No pictures to show, but many touch ups and adjustment to the camouflage were done, and the Chinook is now ready for gloss once the humidity drops.