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Congrats on a gorgeous build!  No disrespect intended, but I hope I don't follow in your 17-year old footsteps.  (I'll settle for any number less that 7). 

 

Just curious about the painting aspects of the project.  I'm a looooong way from getting to that point in my Constitution build, but before I put any kind of finish on any of the wood, I want to know as much as possible about the best ways to go about the process.  I've done some research at MSW and found the discussion area on the subject of Painting, Finishing and Weathering Products and Techniques.  I'm still working my way through that, as well as Bob Hunt's Practicum on the Constitution.  Bob Hunt uses water-based poly, but the discussion section at MSW seems to frown on the use of water-based finishes all together.  So, may I ask?  What techniques and products did you use on the FLY?  

 

I've been a woodworker hobbyist for decades and have only rarely veered from using oil base paints/finishes. 

 

Thanks

 

Der Alte (aka Peter)

 

P.S.  Having seen the natural finish on the Constructo kit by Hipexec, if I do a decent job on the planking, I may opt for the natural finish and not paint at all.

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  On 7/24/2023 at 2:15 PM, Der Alte Rentner said:

So, may I ask?  What techniques and products did you use on the FLY?

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To be honest, it's been so long since I did that part of the project that I can't remember exactly what I used. I probably used a water-based stain, and I'm fairly certain, but not 100%, that I used an off-white from Model Shipways, also water-based, for below the waterline.

 

BTW, I hope my next project doesn't take me 17 years, too!

Chris Coyle
Greer, South Carolina

When you have to shoot, shoot. Don't talk.
- Tuco

Current builds: Brigantine Phoenix, TBD

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Gorgeous model Chris, sharp details and beautiful construction. 

Congratulations,

Dan

Current build : Mayflower - AL 1:64Lady Nelson - Amati Victory 1:64

Completed non-ship builds : Spitfire MK I - 1:48Arado 196B - 1:32, Sea Fury - 1:48F-15C Eagle - 1:48Hawker Tempest Mk.V - 1:48F104S Starfighter - 1:48

 

"The most effective way to do it, is to do it" - Amelia Earhart

Posted

Just stumbled into your build log Chris and your Fly looks absolutely fantastic. I love the bright colors and the lots of eye catching details, like cannon rigging, etc. 

Cheers Rob

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