discussion John Huggins Chieftain Mk5

[Guest]

Doesn't look that naff mate, i take it you've used acrylics and the hairy stick to do this? ... if so it's a mighty fine job John

 

[papa 695]

Hi John first of all congratulations on the grandchild and all here hope all goes well. now to the build, looking good even with the few missed bits but like you said easily sorted a great start

 

[Guest]

Thanks lads & yes all done with Tamiya Acrylic & hairy stick.

Will post more pic's in the morning after work.

John

 

[Guest]

John, nice clean build!

 

[Guest]

Could not sleep yesterday so i touched up the bits i missed the night befor, put a coat of klear on then the decals.

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Started the weathering with a coat of brown wash, this had the effect of softening up the camo.

I then dry brushed silver to give a worn effect.

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Well thats about it for now, did not take to work last night as i know i would be to pooped to do any more.

Dont know about you but it all looks a bit to brown to me ???.

Have fun out there

John

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[Guest]

Mud, base, netting, Crew.

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John

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[Guest]

Looks good, John. Very nice weathering. I wish I could paint figures...

Keith

 

[spanner570]

Very nice build John, it's looking really well.

Cheers,

Ron

 

[Guest]

Started on the base yesterday as im on leave for 12 days.

Had to remove the turret for this bit as i kept bending the antenna.

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[Centurion3RTR]

I'm liking what i see John, great job bud.

Have fun, John

 

[Guest]

Did a little more today, getting a little bushy.

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John.

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[papa 695]

Looking great John.

 

[Ian M]

Looking good John. I can see this one being a good one.

Ian M

 

[Guest]

Thanks Ian for ur kind comment, it's all a bit if a quick build i know but im trying my best.

The little one still in ICU so i got the other granson staying with me.

John