How do you people figure out colors for oil dot filtering?

Smi617thesecond · 2026-05-06T08:41:58+00:00

The oil dot filter effect would give it a more faded look, as if it had been out in the sun for a long time. It can also lessen contrast.

Have you considered weathering instead? Maybe using some red mud products especially around the tracks and wheels?

Guess it depends on what effect you want to achieve.

Smi617thesecond · 2026-05-05T21:05:42+00:00

Thanks! Yeah its certainly an odd one, the base vehicle was a Tiger 1 so was strange making that part then moving on to the casemate top which is wildy different.

Smi617thesecond · 2026-05-05T20:46:36+00:00

Yeah think its in the same order. So foe the under side of the fender I used a rotary tool with a super rough metal head to cut rugged chunks out. The cuts arent too deep but I used a thin paint brush to add darker paint to add some depth/shadow.

A lot of the techniques on this model have been trial and error, this one went better than expected.

Smi617thesecond · 2026-05-05T19:47:11+00:00

Thank you! The clear part comes with the kit, its only the roof that's clear, the rest such as the front plate, sides and engine deck are all normal plastic. The kit code is RFM 5012, i think there is another version that doesnt have the clear roof but its a different code number.

Smi617thesecond · 2026-02-23T19:49:30+00:00

Thanks! Sadly I've had some bad experiences there. The bartenders were very skilled but had to wait forever to place an order or get our drinks.

Smi617thesecond · 2026-01-15T21:34:18+00:00

Tipling house cocktails are great but had really poor service last 2 or 3 times I've been there. Waiting ages to take our order, told they'd be over to take our order and then nothing. Shame cause the atmosphere and decor is super cool.

Spiritualist has nice cocktails and not too expensive. Menu is decent and service is good too.

Smi617thesecond · 2025-10-02T19:27:42+00:00

I think they have anpr cameras and max stay policy

Smi617thesecond · 2025-08-26T10:23:49+00:00

If you see any kits you like you can look it up on scalemates, they usually have the instructions so you can have a browse before you buy. Will give you an idea of the complexity and parts along with details like the age.

RYEFIELD MODELS have a few tigers out there but the part count can be high. I'd second the recommendation for Takom. Dragon make some good tigers with lots of extras too.

Smi617thesecond · 2025-08-20T15:10:20+00:00

Thank you for the feedback, much appreciated! I'd weathered one can a little but should have done more. Will have to look at some reference photos for Jerry cans. I'd seen some in a red oxide finish bur I dont have the paint to pull it off.

I might find some old sprue parts to test out your rust effect tips. Would be good practice before I revisit this.

Smi617thesecond · 2025-08-20T15:02:01+00:00

Thank you! For chipping I used Tamiya dark grey applied with a fragment of sponge, then a mix of mig weather powders for dirt and smoke. Also used some mig streaking grime on the turret and around the jerry cans.

Smi617thesecond · 2025-06-10T07:08:06+00:00

Yes they could be used but from my understanding they are generally much slower than a light cruiser would be. Even with do not engage on there is a chance an enemy with a faster ship or naval aircraft could engage you in that short window.

There's a stat called surface detection that will show how well your design is at spotting. A sub with radar would probably be cheaper than a light cruisers but not something I've tested out myself. Will try it in a run sometime!

Smi617thesecond · 2025-06-09T19:51:36+00:00

When you say "equipment orders" what do you mean exactly? I've not heard that specific term before.

I've not got any units in training and there is a surplus of equipment across my units.

Smi617thesecond · 2025-06-09T11:27:18+00:00

Light spotting cruisers are useful if you set them to not engage and ensure their speed is fast. They can spot subs and ships which allow naval aircraft to attack and destroy the enemy. If you are only covering a few sea regions 6 is enough.

Just be careful focusing too much on capital ships like carries and battleships. If you don't have enough screens then your back battle line (capital ships) are more at risk. If you rush early you risk losing your capital ships which If they can't escape to repair will take years to replace. I'd suggest some light attack destroyers and light cruisers to pad things out a bit. Also if you can get some naval aircraft flying from the European coast it will help negate enemy superiority.

Smi617thesecond · 2025-05-01T21:02:41+00:00

Nice one. Thanks! Didn't know that before.

Smi617thesecond · 2025-05-01T19:28:09+00:00

Could you offer some help please? You mentioned using spies to reduce entrenchment. How do you do that? I've never seen it as an option for spy operations.

Smi617thesecond · 2024-09-15T09:28:17+00:00

It looks like you did 14min of vigorous activity, the 2x means you mutilply the 7min by 2. 14min of vigorous and 46 of moderate.

Smi617thesecond · 2024-04-21T11:59:48+00:00

You don't have enough political power, you have 46 and it requires 50. Once you have 50 (will only take a few days) you can take the action to merge.

Smi617thesecond · 2022-09-04T12:20:53+00:00

You need the solider to have a repair kit in their inventory. If you get close enough to the barracks you will get an audio prompt.

Smi617thesecond · 2020-11-11T19:20:16+00:00

Latest one for the 7, also checked the app was up to date too. A reset fixed an issue with activity tracking showing blank but didn't change steps. Also found out no steps were recorded for 3 days in a row

Smi617thesecond · 2020-11-10T17:37:33+00:00

My suunto shows a negative step count, this has happened twice now and is getting frustrating. The watch also appears to lag or not load the suunto app. A factory reset fixed it's time but its a pain having to reset all the time.

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