mtdoramike
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Canute in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
I just tried the Makerx Airbrush on a bunch of the parts still attached to their sprues and I must say, I'm delighted with the results. I got a much better coverage with one coat versus two with a brush and it took a lot less time and I used a lot less paint. However, I'm not an expert with airbrushes and honestly, this was my first time using one. It's easy setup, compact, easy to use and best of all easy cleanup as well. So although this setup isn't what you would call a true airbrush system, for the budget minded, novice who only has limited usage for such a tool, it works perfect for my needs.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from CDW in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
It kind of reminds me of one of those make up airsprayers for women to spray on their make up. I think it might work out OK form small craft applications, but not for bigger more complex stuff. I've yet to try it out, but when I do I'll post whether or not it's worth while.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from mtaylor in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
Your right, but fortunately I painted quite a bit of the parts while they were on the sprues or parts trees, to try and minimize the painting once the parts are installed. My daughter bought me a airbrush attachment for my Worx Makerx rotary tool that she bought me last year for my birthday. So she showed up today with the airbrush attachment for this years birthday and might I say right on time. It's nothing fancy mind you, but it will get the job done and easier than the old brush on those small parts.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from CDW in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
Your right, but fortunately I painted quite a bit of the parts while they were on the sprues or parts trees, to try and minimize the painting once the parts are installed. My daughter bought me a airbrush attachment for my Worx Makerx rotary tool that she bought me last year for my birthday. So she showed up today with the airbrush attachment for this years birthday and might I say right on time. It's nothing fancy mind you, but it will get the job done and easier than the old brush on those small parts.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Canute in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
I started putting on all the time consuming tidbits on the main deck.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Canute in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
that was a steal of a deal.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Prowler901 in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
I started putting on all the time consuming tidbits on the main deck.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Canute in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
Your right, but fortunately I painted quite a bit of the parts while they were on the sprues or parts trees, to try and minimize the painting once the parts are installed. My daughter bought me a airbrush attachment for my Worx Makerx rotary tool that she bought me last year for my birthday. So she showed up today with the airbrush attachment for this years birthday and might I say right on time. It's nothing fancy mind you, but it will get the job done and easier than the old brush on those small parts.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Cathead in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
I started putting on all the time consuming tidbits on the main deck.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Landlubber Mike in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
I started putting on all the time consuming tidbits on the main deck.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from hof00 in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
I started putting on all the time consuming tidbits on the main deck.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from yvesvidal in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
I started putting on all the time consuming tidbits on the main deck.
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mtdoramike reacted to Javlin in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
Looking good Mike and moving right along.
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mtdoramike reacted to CDW in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
Looks like you are going to be doing a whole lotta fine brush painting in your future.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from mtaylor in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
I started putting on all the time consuming tidbits on the main deck.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from mtaylor in Solid hull for USS Constitution Bluejacket Shipcrafters for sale
May I ask why you would sell the USS Constitution Hull separately from the fittings package you have listed below? I'm sure there are plenty of folks who would have gladly paid $100.00 plus shipping and even more for the setup me included had I wanted to build another Constitution.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Tigerdvr in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
I started putting on all the time consuming tidbits on the main deck.
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mtdoramike reacted to Hsae in Solid hull for USS Constitution Bluejacket Shipcrafters for sale
I forgot to mention it comes with additional two items:
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mtdoramike got a reaction from CDW in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
I started putting on all the time consuming tidbits on the main deck.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from mtaylor in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
that was a steal of a deal.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Canute in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
I know what you mean, you can even find some orphaned projects at these venues looking for a new home.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Canute in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
I hope you win. I usually build a display/transport base for my models, which allows me to strap them down to the base when need be. As far as durability, I use Tamiya glue for the plastic parts, which causes the plastic to literally fuse together. On the metal parts or parts that I want to bond instantly so I don't have to hold them for 30 minutes and the PE brass parts, I use CA glue with a kicker, which causes the bond to be instant and strong. But, you better be right the first time because getting the parts apart is a bear.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Canute in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
Well against my best judgement, I ordered a PE (photo etched) brass crane and catapult sheet from from Sprue Brothers for a sum of $34.00 shipped. I put together the plastic crane and catapult systems and although they were adaquate although a might rough they would be acceptable, but I thought maybe a photo etched crane out of brass would look more detailed. So I ordered the PE sheet and it arrived today. To my surprise, there were no crane unlike the what the description said. You have to use the plastic crane from the kit while using brass inner supports from the PE sheet. That blows!! So that was a total waste of $34.00 on a very misleading description.
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mtdoramike reacted to CDW in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
At this same event/contest some years ago I bought the 1:60 Corel Realle De France kit at a vendor table, complete and unstarted for $45. Talk about a steal of a deal...
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mtdoramike got a reaction from mtaylor in USS Missouri by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC
I know what you mean, you can even find some orphaned projects at these venues looking for a new home.
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