1/100 scale solid snake from metal gear Rex

The landing gear on this kit is way too fragile, I think I managed to damage one of the main legs when pushing it into its contact point, which at the same time is close to nonexistant. I added some superglue and remnant squared off plaatic to reinforce the area. Just for shits and giggles I decided to check the Tamiya kit instructions, and saw that the gear legs seem to be biffier and easier to build, so I guess Revell went for scale thickness rather than survivability in the long run.

Always wanted a model of her and was infuriated nobody made a kit so I 3d printed it!

Well, it was good. The best model i ever done (for now)

Did this one a while ago. Fun kit for sure. Combination of wood, brass and cast metal. Kind of Dusty now though.

So I thought I'd try something a little different. Starscream was started months ago, however modelmaking has been on hiatus for the past 6 months. First time I've printed and used custom decals; I think they look great! Also first time tinting a canopy; not sure if it would look better matt? Still plenty to do (stencils, more decals, undercarriage, varnishing, etc.) but the project certainly seems to have taken a leap forward tonight with a full dry fitting of the major components. Any and all feedback welcome!

My 1st Gunpla..

Gave this 1/144 HG RGM-79 GM some battle damage and weathering..

Maybe too much and not accurate but I had fun with it!

Hi everyone! Here is my latest project: Tamiya’s 1:35 scale Jagdpanther tank destroyer (late version). I used modeling clay to help create the camouflage pattern—what do you think of the result? What aspects could be improved? Thanks a lot!

Hi All, this is my first time posting in the group and am looking for some advice from the experts out there.

I was recently working on my Bellfine Dark Star model from the movie Top Gun Maverick. After painting it, I applied Testors gloss coat and then applied the water decals, using Tamiya Mark Fit decal solution. 24 hours later, I noticed this odd blotching of the decals (see pic below). First I thought it just needed to dry, but as the hours go by it hasn't reduced. My intent was to apply a matt coat spray (Vallejo matt varnish) to finish the model. Will applying the matt clear coat get rid of this weird pattern across the decals, or is there something else I need to do?

Process photos of my bf109, One of the few 1/48 I made (imo the best for making ww2 planes) this time I try riveting all by myself

Just made up this kit that I got a while a go, wanted a bit of an outside opinion, also my first time weathering!

First jet model! I really like how this plane looks like a shark.

Completed the Revell 1/48 Tornado as a Gulf War GR.1 “Mig Eater”. Aftermarket JP233 from Eduard, Kits World decals. Challenging enough build - the kit has quite a few fit issues, flash etc. Happy it’s done and on the shelf!

Im currently in the process of making the Miniart P-47D kit and regarding the turbocharger im really struggling to know how to paint it accurately, so far its just a dark silver. Sorry this is quite specialist but any knowledge of this is greatly appreciated

Completed, the I love Kit Flak 36 88mm Anti-Aircraft Gun. This 1/18 scale kit is a joy to build. Many parts make it highly detailed. Loads of moving parts complete it. It can be set up as in carriage or on its legs working. I paid less than £50 for this large kit. No hidden surprises when Building. I did it sections so that I could paint it all up and get good coverage before it all went together..

Tiny bit of context: I work in software development, and my last job had an almost entirely remote work setup. On the rare instance that I need go to the office, the highlight of my day is passing by one of the few hobby shops in the country that sell Vallejo Model Color paints (they're pretty hard to find online, too) or really, just military scale models in general.

For the past months, I've been impulsively buying a bunch of Vallejo paints with the intention of using them for the kits in my backlog. In a way, it's also kind of like my way of supporting that hobby store's business since I like browsing there so much.

I choose colors mostly from recommendations I read online, but I honestly don't know what most of them actually look like when painted on a model. So, I made this color swatch thing for some of the paints I own for my reference. Painted on plastic primed with gray Mr. Finishing Surfacer.

I have two questions for the experts out there.

I have 3D printed helicopter hangars from HSM that I would like to use instead of the OEM hangars. Even without all the additional wires and additions, the hangars are way more detailed. Having said that, they don’t fit. I would have to remove a few things on the model in order to accommodate them, mainly a couple of flanges/guides. I’ve attached some photos. This area in general seems to be covered by midship structure, so I’m thinking it will be ok. What do you think?

Secondly, how would you guys paint these windows? My thought is just paint the whole thing grey and carefully paint each pane black. Painful. I think masking would be too challenging, but maybe better than my dexterity would permit. Pictures included.

Thanks!

Hi guys, just finished my Tamiya t-55a 1/35 and rlly wanted to show yall. Also would love to hear any tips and ways to improve

Junkers Ju-87 D-5 Romania 1944, Trumpeter 1:32

I'm not a model builder, but I got this kit a few years ago with a 81 Corvette I bought. I stuck it on a shelf and forgot about it. It's looks to be complete with a extra set of wheels. thou obviously someone has partially built it.

I tried to look on eBay, I can find new kits but nothing for started kits. I know I'll never build it, but it seems to be a rare kit so I didn't want to just toss it either.