belugawhaleman

Scale blasphemy? Yes, if you mean a lot of money for the scale, but in the hands of a talented modeler the results of a smaller scale build can be priceless. I recently looked at the new Tamiya f-14 release by Tamiya.......$103.00 for a 1/48 scale kit ? jeeez! I would love to build it...but. The 1/16 Trumpy T 34 seems like a better value given its size and parts count but admittedly, the mold quality is nowhere near Tamiya quality although pretty nice.

Yes, I just got an email from SB saying so. I've really grown a liking for the Brothers. They're a great source for models and supplies. The big T 34 I just got was from them. I was able to get $16 off the price because of the rewards point thing they have. Every little bit helps. And because of my location shipping is fast. That cobra you posted looked like an excellent kit and your build was exceptional. Something to think about. Thanks; Paul the Belugawhaleman.

Well, I did it again. Another Trumpeter T 34 in 1/16 scale arrived today. This time a T 34/85 '44 factory 174. That makes Three of these big T 34 kits I have now plus Trumpeter's big SU 100.

Nice! A lot of great stuff.

This came today ,it's a replacement barrel for the Classy Hobby Pz.Kpw. II Ausf. L "Luchs" made by ABER in 1/16 scale.

Yes, they make an early and a late model.....good stuff but small.

An outstanding finish to a truly spectacular build thread!. I really want to build this model, but I don't think mine would be anything in comparison to yours.

Well, it's been a while since I've built anything. Because of my relocation, and other problems, I had to put my modeling on hold. I had stored my modeling supplies and models at another Location while getting things settled. I now am in the process of getting my supplies and work area together to begin again. I'm looking forward to building a model at my new home. I'll Try to present a WIP post asap. It'll probably be in 1/16 scale as I'm partial to that scale, but that little Tamiya BT-7 is very tempting......... Well, we'll see. Regards; Paul

I also got these today: 1/16 decal sets for panzer 1, a and b models from Star decals.

Well, another 1/16 kit. A Classy Hobby Panzer II L Luchs. I was concerned after reading a review on Perth military modeler that the kit had lots of flash and mold lines to clean. But I'm glad to say that the kit that I got that doesn't seem to be the case. The parts look OK to me. They might have reviewed an early sample or something.

Wonderful build so far! Will keep watching.

Beautiful, very very well done!

This came today, another big T 34 in 1/16 scale by Trumpeter. A T34/76 model1942. I'm thinking I'll do this one as a captured Finnish Tank. I found some decals on eBay for Finnish and German examples in 1/16.

Looking great Rob!

Thanks Carl

I would stay clear of the Neo and go for the Eclipse series. The Neo range is made in Taiwan and assembled in China for Iwata.

Well; it finally came. My Iwata Hi-line HP-BH.airbrush. After a one month wait. It has a .2 mm nozzle and a MAC valve. The paint cup looks tiny to me compared to my other Iwata brushes. My photos aren't that great so I borrowed a picture from the Iwata website. The fit and finish on this airbrush is outstanding. (Added better pictures.)

Sorry to hear of it. Glad he's recovering.

Thanks. I'll give MRP a try. Had a look at their products on Sprue Brothers.

Yes, I saw this video. Very interesting, and I agree, it would be a great subject.

Happy birthday Harv!!

Looks very nice.

Thanks again all, for your replies. I have some surfacer and leveling thinner on order.

Sorry to hear that Harv. I hope you have a speedy recovery.

Thanks for your replies. Very helpful!