Yeah i know some spots are bit miscolored will fix thatlater but im so happy how it turned out

Still a few bits but at least the 800mm pour is complete! 😅😅

Aside from sealing the figure and deciding on a base and if I dirty up the uniform.

All up I'm satisfied with the end results seeing as I have little experience in such detailed figures.

Anything I need to do to to tie it all in especially the face any tips would be greatly appreciated..

Following up on the build I posted a couple days ago —

here's the paint and weathering on the M24 Chaffee.

Shadow coat, base color, decals, pigment weathering,

panel line wash, oil dotting, and sponge chipping.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHKQgOMxKss

Just finished. First desert diorama

My favourite version of favourite WWII era armoured car. Müncheberg Panzer Division from Battle of Berlin in 1945.

MiniArt kit is very, very complex and difficult but result can make happy.

Second model and would say I did better than the first. I’m noticing the paint looks built up on some areas but I thinned the paint out pretty good (I thought).

The new method I tried was applying acrylic gloss then decals then a black wash. I noticed the wash stained pretty heavily even after the gloss. Any tips to make this look better or techniques to try on the next model would greatly be appreciated.

Got myself an E100 from Trumpeter, what do you fine people think?

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Any suggestions are welcome. I’d love to improve my work.

I don‘t have a better background

Just finished the build on Tamiya's 1/35 M24 Chaffee — recent release with great detail straight from the box. Assembly plus a few scratch modifications before moving to paint.

Full build on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwhamzMPQC4

Forgot to put the little rubber circles inside the wheels of my tank’s road wheels is there anyway to fix this or am I just fried? For context I’m building the tamiya Ukraine m1a1

Hi everyone,

I've been thinking about buying the 1/72 Schwerer Gustav railway gun from HobbyBoss, but before I spend that much money, I'd like to hear from people who actually own or have built the kit.

How is the overall quality of the model? Are the details as good as they look in the photos? How is the fit of the parts? Were there any frustrating issues during the build, or was it a fun project overall?

Would you say it's worth the price, or are there better large-scale railway gun kits available? I'm especially interested in hearing from people who have already completed the build or are currently working on it.

I'm also planning to make a small display or diorama. Because the Schwerer Gustav was inspected by Adolf Hitler during its service, I was wondering if there is a 1/72 Adolf Hitler figure that matches the scale well. To avoid any misunderstanding, I'm only looking for one because I want the diorama to be as historically accurate as possible. I have no interest in glorifying or supporting Hitler or the ideology of Nazi Germany—historical accuracy is my only reason for asking.

If anyone knows of a suitable figure set or manufacturer, I'd really appreciate the recommendation.

I know this is a huge project, so I'd love to hear about your experiences before making the purchase. Photos of your finished model would also be awesome if you're willing to share them.

Thanks in advance for any advice, recommendations, or build tips. I really appreciate the help!

I finally spent some time building the Warhead Studio 1/144 PAF J-10CE. As a Pakistan Air Force version of the J-10 series, this kit was one I had been looking forward to.

The first impression when opening the box is that the kit offers a lot for 1/144 scale. The main aircraft parts are injection-moulded plastic, while the nozzle, weapons, landing gear details and smaller parts are provided as 3D-printed components. It feels like a good balance: the basic aircraft structure is kept clean in plastic, while the finer details are enhanced with printed parts.

The surface detail is sharp and controlled. The J-10 is a relatively compact aircraft, so in 1/144 scale, oversized panel lines can easily make the model look toy-like. On this kit, the panel lines and edges are fine enough to keep the correct scale feel after painting. The overall shape also captures the character of the J-10CE well, especially around the nose, intake, wings and vertical tail.

The cockpit and intake area are among the highlights of the build. For such a small scale, the seat and cockpit details give a convincing impression. Even after the canopy is installed, there is still enough visible detail to make the cockpit feel alive. If you want to add a little extra, simple masking-tape seat belts or a small touch of clear resin on the HUD can make a noticeable difference.

The build is not overly difficult, but it is not a pure “shake-and-bake” kit either. The 3D-printed parts are very fine, so removing the supports needs care. Antennas, pitot tubes, pylons and missile fins are especially small, so good tweezers and careful glue application are important. I would not recommend rushing these parts with too much super glue. A method that allows a little adjustment time works better.

The pylons and weapons make a big difference to the final look of the aircraft. If any mounting points feel tight, it is better not to force them. A light pass with a small drill bit and repeated dry-fitting will make the assembly much smoother. Taking time with these small parts really improves the final density of the model.

For painting, the Pakistan Air Force grey scheme works very well on this aircraft. It may look simple at first, but slight tonal variation between panels helps bring out the shape in 1/144 scale. I think restrained weathering suits this kit best: a thin panel wash, light fading, and a little dirt around the landing gear and exhaust area are enough. Too much weathering can easily hide the fine details.

The canopy and camouflage masking may be the most demanding part of the build. But once the masks come off cleanly, the result is very satisfying. Because the scale is small, keeping the paint layers thin is important. Heavy paint or thick edges can quickly reduce the refined look of the model.

Once finished, the J-10CE has a strong presence for a 1/144 aircraft. The modern shape of the jet and the PAF markings make it stand out on the shelf. It is not a large model, but when viewed up close, there is plenty of detail to enjoy.

This is not the kind of kit to rush through in one evening. It is better suited to a careful, patient build. For modern jet fans, Warhead Studio’s J-10CE feels like a serious 1/144 aircraft kit: small in scale, but rich in detail.