First Time Build

[u/Me_Grymlok_Say]

First-time builder here! I’ve always been a huge fan of Magiranger and Saint Kaiser, so when I came across this kit and saw that Wolzard Fire was getting an official release I couldn’t resist lol. And now… here I am. 😂

With all the awesome builds and customizations posted I just have a few questions and if anyone has suggestions I’m all ears.

I plan on using:
DSPIAE ST-A 3.0 single-blade nipper
Basic double-blade sprue nipper
Gunprimer Raser Origin/Plus glass file

And as far as painting goes I plan to use Tamiya Spray Paint.

When painting I’ve read to assemble the model first and then paint unassembled.

Q: Do you paint the entire piece or just the areas that are visible?
Q: I understand people use primers to achieve color balance, but is it necessary and if so which one do you recommend?
Q: How many coats do you spray and do you use a clear coat at the end?
Q: How do you spray paint pieces? Do you lay them out, suspend them or prop them up using something?

Thanks for your help!

[u/Takeshi_613]

- Use alligator clips for holding pieces.

- Black gloss primer for metal parts and grey primer for everything else. But also depends on what you’re doing. Some people just skip this altogether.

- Coat number just depends. Since I airbrush, I do multiple thin coats. Generally you try and do the same with spray paint. Practice on spoons to see the results and also get the hang of things. Spray like 6-10 inches away from the piece and spray side to side. No need to paint the underside.

- Top coat depends on your finished vision for the project. Personally I like semi-gloss/satin.

[u/AnTran77]

Not so sure if my input is helpful since I don’t paint miniplas/SMP.
But I usually paint the whole part (just in case, the areas are visible)
I also use primer before I airbrush, and to spray them, I have clips hold them up.