discussion What do YOU apply filler with,??

[stona]

For me, something very similar to Jakko, though I only use a couple on a regular basis. Also everything from a cocktail stick, to a cotton bud. I often end up, particularly for a CA glue/talc mixture, smoothing and cleaning with a finger to minimise sanding (which is very time critical with aforementioned mixture).

 

[spanner570]

Got to smile at all this scrap iron etc. being displayed.

I don't use filler. There wasn't any 'Proper Filler' when I started model making! I prefer to stick with the old fashioned way of dealing with gaps. I file and scrape until the offending parts fit. Always have....and it's more satisfying too!

My late father called it "The bee's wing finish." meaning you are allowed to fit the said creatures wing in the gap, but nothing wider. That is my Creed.....Thanks Dad!

Ron

 

[Flip]

Very similar to Jakko. I use these (John has them in the shop):
Carvers
John

 

[Andy T]

My late father called it "The bee's wing finish." meaning you are allowed to fit the said creatures wing in the gap, but nothing wider. That is my Creed.....Thanks Dad!

Ron

Never heard that one. The Yorkshire equivalent measurement would be "a gnats (gentleman part)"

 

[BattleshipBob]

A lot of excellent advice chaps, ta very much!!

 

[PaulTRose]

Found a pic.....they do about 8 or 9 different sizes and shapes in hobbycraft

 

[rtfoe]

I use the same as Tim with these extras...tooth pick, silicon rubber shaping brushes, needle, chisels and my finger. Each and everyone is used specifically as intended to fill. In the end you will need to sand or using a cotton bud to smooth things over.

Cheers,
Wabble