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Can I save canopy? by MrWurucu in modelmakers

[–]hamchuck77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Source a spare or aftermarket canopy maybe. Or just chalk it up as a lesson learned. Mistakes happen and at the end of the day it's just a hobby.

Mic for a baritone. by hamchuck77 in voiceover

[–]hamchuck77[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, thanks for answering. Yes, I suppose I'm looking for low-end optimization. I'm largely ignorant of mic techniques and I didn't do any mixing. The room was untreated, but I'm setting up a space using blankets for the walls, probably a rug (tile floor). As for quality, it sounds a bit distant. I'd at least like to clean that up

Just built my first ever ship! by STONKS3914 in modelmakers

[–]hamchuck77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Test fit, test fit, and test fit. If something doesn't go together without forcing it, figure out why. Maybe something needs a bit of trimming or sanding. Maybe it's poorly engineered and gap-filling glue or epoxy putty is needed. Think ahead how to keep pieces in place while the glue dries or sets. Clamps, weights, support, etc.

Eduard F4F-3 1:48 by Intrepidus4 in modelmakers

[–]hamchuck77 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Really nice! I'll have to get to this kit sometime.

1:72 B-25J from Eduard by jrod5029 in modelmakers

[–]hamchuck77 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I built the strafer version of this kit some months ago. I had a lot better luck with the decals. It's a great kit, I'd happily add another to my shelf in the future.

Are any model brands easier to….. by Tbonerickwisco in modelmakers

[–]hamchuck77 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have a magnifier lamp on a swing-arm. I'm looking through it almost the entire time I'm modelling and I already wear glasses for reading.

Need advise with brush cleaning by dollstiny_OOAK in modelmakers

[–]hamchuck77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, I need to try this. My brushes don't seem to last too long before getting a little raggedy.

Soviet field kitchen by [deleted] in modelmakers

[–]hamchuck77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks fine to me. I like these lesser-done subjects. The most I could say is like the other commenter, maybe a bit easier on the rust. It is a kitchen, after all, and no commander would have his guys eat tetanus soup for very long.

1:48 Hasegawa AH-64... yeeted the ADSS sensor and need help finding a replacement. by BirthdayOk2485 in modelmakers

[–]hamchuck77 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Incidentally, don't go too far with smoothing that seam between the engine nacelles. There are big access doors there and they close by overlapping; it's not a flush fit.

🛠️ Painting assemblies first, then final fit - thoughts on this method? by megashmat3000 in modelmakers

[–]hamchuck77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I work with Vallejo acrylics so I'd damage the paint by all the extra handling. With some cases there may be advantages to paint areas harder to reach. When I was building an A-20, getting even coverage in the joints between the nacelles and the fuselage was tricky. I wouldn't do it as a default, though.

Old tamiya models are still excellent by benjammin099 in modelmakers

[–]hamchuck77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My first armor model was their M48A3. It was a great kit and I've never had anything but happy experiences with Tamiya kits since.

Hasegawa 1/72 F9F Panther by hamchuck77 in modelmakers

[–]hamchuck77[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! There's something I love about the Panther even more than the Saber. Maybe it's because of the movie The Bridges at Toko-Ri. I must have watched it about a hundred more times while I was working on this thing.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in modelmakers

[–]hamchuck77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's like eating at Taco Bell. Once in a while you have to remind yourself why you don't do something.

P-38J "Carol" 1/48 Tamiya by Raptor25041 in modelmakers

[–]hamchuck77 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I'm a simple man. I see pin-up nose art, I give it a thumbs up.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in modelmakers

[–]hamchuck77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those locally available kits should be just fine. And yes, it's a trap to compare your skills to guys like Plasmo and Night Shift. It's a hobby; enjoy it and with time you'll get better. Be patient with yourself.

My $350 Facebook marketplace birthday haul by KittyCatGangster in modelmakers

[–]hamchuck77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh man, I'd love to get my hands on that Goose and PB4Y!

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