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[eddiesolo]

I am awaiting my new mancave-I.E a large shed-with it not arriving until the 15th May 90% of my modelling bits and bobs are in bags and in storage-so cannot get to anything. But, I managed to get this Tamiya 1/35 Chieftain tank-part built at my local Oxfam shop for the...steady people...shocking price of all of £1.99!


As pointed out with the airbrush, most paints, masking tape etc etc all boxed and away I was going to leave this...but I got itchy fingers and figured that as it was cheap and a part build it could have bits missing etc so just to go and have some fun.


So, what to do? If you have seen the Tank Overhaul and Tank restoration programs on TV then this what I had in mind. A 40 year old MK5 that has been left outside for the past 10 years awaiting its turn to be re-newed.


Right, with resources seriously down to a minimum it was scrimp time. I used: Red oxide spray, light grey primer, matt tan, matt olive drab, matt black, gloss white, paintbrush, white-spirit, cotton buds, rust pigments, Tamiya clear red for the rear lights and a sanding stick.


The model was cleaned and when dry a coat of red oxide added, once dry a salt mixture added all over and then when dry I added a top coat of light grey primer, once dry the salt was knocked off leaving the red oxide showing through in places. This was then sealed with matt varnish-this same process was applied to the upper and lower hull, turret and side skirts. I then painted the wheels, which was tricky as the previous owner had attached them, this was done on olive and tan matt paint with the matt black added for the rubber tyres. Once all dry, a very diluted mix of matt black was added using a cotton bud and then dabbed etc to give a dirty washed look. Once dry this was again sealed in matt varnish before rusting began, this was using-rail rust, new rust and old rust pigments.


This model is 90% finished with some highlights, clear to add on lenses and the board to finish off, but that will have to wait.


Si:)


 

[essex2visuvesi]

You did that with limited resources! I have 3 drawers of paints, weathering powders & a bloody expensive airbrush setup, yet you still manage to outclass anything I can do.


I'm off to kick the cat or something equally productive

[eddiesolo]

You did that with limited resources! I have 3 drawers of paints, weathering powders & a 'blinking!' expensive airbrush setup, yet you still manage to outclass anything I can do.


I'm off to kick the cat or something equally productive

I hope the cat is okay? You have to look at this way...99% of all my models are rusty wrecks...why? Because it is the only thing I am any good at lol. Give me a nice pristine model and say make a 100% lovely quality build and...I'm screwed 


Glad you like it though.


Si:)

[Neil]

eddie, your weathering is beyond reproach...............truly fantastic.....I only wish I could paint as well, never mind weathering..truly superb mate......hope you get into the man cave soon. neil.

[eddiesolo]

eddie, your weathering is beyond reproach...............truly fantastic.....I only wish I could paint as well, never mind weathering..truly superb mate......hope you get into the man cave soon. neil.

Cheers Neil, kind words indeed, very much appreciated, thank you. Hopefully by the end of May I will be in and settled.


Si:)

[essex2visuvesi]

The cat is fine (I missed and hit the table leg) 


Seriously tho, the stuff you create is excellent.... and knowing the disabilities you have to cope with makes it doubly so :)
I have a little project for you once the man cave is up and running if you're interested

[eddiesolo]

The cat is fine (I missed and hit the table leg) 


Seriously tho, the stuff you create is excellent.... and knowing the disabilities you have to cope with makes it doubly so :)
I have a little project for you once the man cave is up and running if you're interested

Is the table okay?


That is very kind of you to say, I do try my best, although I do struggle at times.


Project you say...hmmmmmmmmm...tell me more.


Si:)

[raflaunches]

Hi Si


Fantastic job once again, I'm just learning to use the salt method myself. Picked up most of my weathering skills by accident but have recently bought a DVD showing how to high light and wash and apply pigments by the illustrious modeller MIG.
Keep up the good work

[eddiesolo]

Hi Si


Fantastic job once again, I'm just learning to use the salt method myself. Picked up most of my weathering skills by accident but have recently bought a DVD showing how to high light and wash and apply pigments by the illustrious modeller MIG.
Keep up the good work

Cheers Nick, the salt technique is really easy, fun and a great way to get a patterned worn look. Of course to get the chipping effects better I try using the hairspray technique, more faffing, better results on edges etc.


Most of my pigments are Mig, he does some great models.


Si:)

[RAAArtyGunner]

 
Definitely needs to go to workshops for a paint job 

[eddiesolo]

Definitely needs to go to workshops for a paint job 

   yep, she is scruffy looking beasty.


Si:)

[eddiesolo]

Added some light Earth and dark Earth pigments just to give the it a look of having a bit of a run around before waiting to be taken inside for refurbishment.


Si:)

[Netleyned]

Now that's what I call scruffy 


 


Perfection again Si 


P.S.
Are you available for car cleaning?
Mine is due a valet 


Ned

[Wetwater]

    Another work of art eddie.     Now just waiting to see the result AFTER refurbishment. 

[RAAArtyGunner]

    Another work of art eddie.     Now just waiting to see the result AFTER refurbishment. 

How will we know it is the same one 

[eddiesolo]

Now that's what I call scruffy 


 


Perfection again Si 


P.S.
Are you available for car cleaning?
Mine is due a valet 


Ned

Ta Ned, if you want your car knackered and battered...of course I can valet it for you 


Si:)

[eddiesolo]

    Another work of art eddie.     Now just waiting to see the result AFTER refurbishment. 

  ...it'll never happen...I can only do junk...honestly I love doing it...seems to be my modelling calling 


Si:)

[eddiesolo]

How will we know it is the same one 

It'll still have some rust on it somewhere...


Si:)

[eddiesolo]

Have started the board-just grassing-found a pot of Warhammer grass (in the bedroom of all places), so basic base at the moment but I PVAed the tracks, clumped the grass and then added dark Earth to represent sods of grass stuck on and inbetween the tracks.


Si:)

[Z750Jay]

Those last two phots almost look like the real thing! I will have to look up that salt technique as it sure gives impressive results.

[eddiesolo]

Those last two phots almost look like the real thing! I will have to look up that salt technique as it sure gives impressive results.

Ta Jay, the salting method is a great easy way to achieve a worn look-coupled with chipping and dry brushing you can achieve some great results.


Si:)

[eddiesolo]

Right guys apart from a space for a plaque to go then finish grassing this is completed.


Hope you like it.


Si:)

[Wetwater]

   Looks even worse  or should I say better  now.  Like the grass in the tracks. 

[warspite]

2996 is so life like - aww inspiring - well done 

[eddiesolo]

   Looks even worse  or should I say better  now.  Like the grass in the tracks. 

Er...worse...better...tough call 


Had loads of fun with this model, really enjoyed distressing it.


Si:)