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Author: | Jamesgibby [ Mon Jun 13, 2016 4:35 am ] |
Post subject: | New modeller questions |
Hi all. I have a fairly decent collection of Neptun 1/1250 scale WWII RN and Albatros Modern RN. I love the models but I do want to give them a bit more of a realistic look to them. I am therefore interested in doing the following 1. Stripping the paint 2. Painting with proper WEM paints (no camo just greys) 3. Rigging 4. Railings I would be grateful if you could all help me with the above. I have a HMS Emerald as my Guinea pig and I would especially like advice on stripping the paint as some bits of the model are glued and also on rigging. I would like to know what other ready made materials can be used for rigging at this scale other than sprue. Furthe I know toms works does p/e railings at this scale but not sure how it will look. Lastly for the flag staffs what material should I use and at what length I already have 1/1250 flags here Thank you for the advice in advance |
Author: | Jabberwock [ Fri Jul 01, 2016 4:40 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: New modeller questions |
Can't really help on much other than rigging material, try "caenis" fly-tying thread, very cheap, very strong and very thin. Hope this helps http://www.shipmodels.info/mws_forum/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=162474 Cheers, Jabb |
Author: | garyrunnalls [ Tue Feb 21, 2017 3:55 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: New modeller questions |
Strip the paint easily with automotive brake fluid (I have done this with GHQ 1/2400 and 1250 Nep/Navis as well as any styrene parts with fantastic results every time) just soak the ship for a day or maybe more and then wash and rinse with dish soap let dry and prime with metal primer in airbrush or spray can. A light coat is best let dry and paint again. Don't use brake fluid on resin parts because they turn soft. |
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