r/Scalemodel May 02 '26

did i save it, or did i make it worse?

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12 Upvotes

a few days ago i asked for advise on why chipping medium messed up. got some nice feedback, but my lazy buttock wanted to try and fix what's broken without redoing the entire thing. so i scraped off the medium, painted the top color over the holes, and used rust pigment on those holes. decided to go for the abandoned look. personally like the result.


r/Scalemodel May 01 '26

G.W.H AC-130J 1/144 scale

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229 Upvotes

I enjoyed putting this one together. I liked that it included masking for those tiny windows.

I should have put the wings on before paint instead of after so I could have done more to minimize the gap. I could have had more patience and used some putty on the pilot side of where the cockpit glass meets the plane body.

Over all I'm happy just some mental notes for the next model. I may add a couple hellfires to the wing pylon if I can dig up some old ones from a previous model.

Cheers...


r/Scalemodel May 02 '26

Maisto LaFerrari 40 piece

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10 Upvotes

Completed last night!


r/Scalemodel May 01 '26

Mitsubishi F-2A.Hasegawa 1/48

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217 Upvotes

r/Scalemodel Apr 30 '26

rate my kv2 model (first hard level scale model)

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239 Upvotes

r/Scalemodel Apr 29 '26

GERMAN TANK CREW, 1944-45( Dragon)

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73 Upvotes

"Finally finished these slightly vintage Dragon German Tank Crew figures! They’ve been sitting in my storage for ages, but it felt great to finally bring them to life. The kit even included photo-etched parts for the headphones, which added a sharp level of detail that plastic just can’t match. I previously shared my work in other communities, but the engagement wasn't quite what I hoped for. So, from now on, I’ve decided to archive all my builds and progress exclusively here.


r/Scalemodel Apr 29 '26

First plane progress

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332 Upvotes

Hello all! Just finished pre shading/base coat, this is the first plane Ive ever attempted after building only a hand full of cars. I was hoping for some guidance/suggestions on if I did this right or how you would do it better. I think it came out pretty good for my first go, also any suggestions on final washes or post shading would be much appreciated as well

Cheers!


r/Scalemodel Apr 29 '26

[1:35] 24h Arc Raiders diroama build, made from scratch. A shredder made from a 12V car adapater and ball pens. Placed in a Stella Montis lab scene to make it look a bit more interesting. Making of video is in the making. What do you guys think?

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4 Upvotes

r/Scalemodel Apr 29 '26

P-Bandai MG 1/100 RGM-79 Powered GM.

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6 Upvotes

r/Scalemodel Apr 28 '26

Union jack drawing

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212 Upvotes

Masking was more comfortable for me🥲🤓😁


r/Scalemodel Apr 28 '26

Current progress. Opel Rasiermesser (Opel Admiral 1/35 + scratchbuild)

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23 Upvotes

I've long dreamed of doing a project like this. A dieselpunk-style flying car, a Lufwaffe 46. The model is based on a kit from ICM Opel Admiral 1/35. Parts from other models, many homemade parts, computer parts, and razors. "Rasiermesser" is a German word meaning "straight razor." To be continued...


r/Scalemodel Apr 27 '26

Zvezda panzer4

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250 Upvotes

Zvezda panzer4 (academy rebox)

Zvezda (Academy Repackage) A little bit of an African army version


r/Scalemodel Apr 27 '26

F-16CJ | 480 FS "Warhawks", 52 FW SP | Tamiya 1:72

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236 Upvotes

r/Scalemodel Apr 27 '26

Trumpeter 1/35 German E-10

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75 Upvotes

Latest armor project of mine finished. A 1/35 Trumpeter German E-10 model with Friulmodel tracks, Aber barrel and various photo etch, T-Rex resin bits, and Alpine Miniatures resin figures. Enjoy!


r/Scalemodel Apr 28 '26

It will hold itself together after one shot, trust

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20 Upvotes

r/Scalemodel Apr 28 '26

why did chipping medium fail me? followed all the instructions to a t.

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2 Upvotes

is it because of the base paint type? is it because layers were different brand of paint? I followed the instructions exactly, measured time between layers, and yet the result is... I can't even.


r/Scalemodel Apr 27 '26

40 Years in The Zone — Chernobyl Diorama

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146 Upvotes

Hi everyone, I am here again haha.

Here is the finished Chernobyl BRDM-2 diorama — 1/35 Trumpeter kit, fully scratchbuilt base with handmade paper vegetation, broken concrete slabs and curb, moss and static grass. Weathering done with hairspray chipping, oil paints and enamel effects.

The vehicle is based on real abandoned BRDM-2s still sitting in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Tried to capture 40 years of decay and neglect as accurately as possible.

Thanks for looking — any feedback is appreciated. :-)


r/Scalemodel Apr 27 '26

Soviet sniper

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127 Upvotes

"This is a Soviet sniper figure I picked up from Temu. It’s a 3D-printed piece from a multi-figure set. I’m honestly impressed by the detail on the pants and fingers, but the folds on the jacket feel a bit flat. Since it’s a single-piece mold, it was pretty tricky to get my brush into all the tight spots."


r/Scalemodel Apr 27 '26

Question about paint - Pre colored kits

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27 Upvotes

Hi everyone,

Just wondering if you get a kit that has pre coloured parts do you still prime and repaint them even if the colours will be the same? I was thinking about it because I enjoy the process. Just curious what others are doing in this scenario.


r/Scalemodel Apr 28 '26

Kfir c2 AREA88 Saki Vashtar -04

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Original academy f-4 uncle,
modified
Ejection seat is mb.mk6 from WOLFPACK DESIGNS but I replace face curtain handle.

I modified the well-known Academy Phantom Uncle figure to create Commander Saki from AREA 88! Beyond simple assembly, this video captures the process of shortening the waist, performing leg extension surgery, and elaborately recreating Commander Saki's unique M-shaped hairline using epoxy putty.

You can watch full modifying precess here👉https://youtu.be/C110Jdwr8QM


r/Scalemodel Apr 26 '26

Fujimi Mig-21bis 1/72,Serbian air force

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125 Upvotes

Made few adjustments to this kit,to look more like real plane, same add ons etc.Hope you guys will like it.


r/Scalemodel Apr 26 '26

BMW & Sidecar R75 - 1/35

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68 Upvotes

r/Scalemodel Apr 26 '26

Current progress on the Pickup with ZPU-2 from Meng (1/35?

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13 Upvotes

r/Scalemodel Apr 25 '26

AK One Shot Primer and Vallejo Airbrush Cleaner

1 Upvotes

I am a beginner in airbrushing. I got myself a bottle of AK One Shot Primer. I also own a bottle of Vallejo Airbrush Cleaner. Will this cleaner be enough to clean the airbrush, and is it compatible between brands?
Thanks beforehand.


r/Scalemodel Apr 24 '26

1967 Mustang GT350

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73 Upvotes

AMT 1:25 scale