Paddys workbench 2023

[PTB11]

Thanks very much guys.

That is looking well tidy Paddy. I'd love to know how you get that worn paint effect. Is it just differing shades of OD?

For my last few US builds, I've used this set: Olive Drab I tend towards the lighter shades.
This is followed up with oil dot filters and pigments.

[PTB11]

Finally getting this to resemble an armoured car.
The suspension and mudguards were a bit tricky and fiddly as was the PE straps for the fuel tanks.


Still plenty to do on this and most of all, I'm still enjoying it.

[Clashcityrocker]

Nice tidy work.

Nigel

[wokka]

That's coming along nicely,

[Lone Modeller]

Very good start on this one. Shame about the mortar crew.

[PTB11]

Back again with the Staghound:

Primer coat done.


Then the base colour, gloss coat, decals, pin wash and dull coat:


And making the most of lock down, I started on this as well:

I'm using the Eduard PE as well as some scratchbuilding.

To start with, I hollowed out the tent support poles that hang on the rear of the vehicle:



The PE on the rear ramp. This little bit took me over an hour!


As I'm leaving the drivers hatch open, I added some basic details, just in case someone has a quick nosey inside:



As it stands at the minute. The front glacis plate and the PE generator basket are only set in position for the photo:


Thanks for looking.

[Marek]

Lots of nice updating from scratch. I love these builds.

[wokka]

The armoured car has turned out really well and I like the interior of the Command Post AFV.

[Early Bird Fan]

both nice builds, the PE bits add a nice touch aswell.

[iggie]

Excellent work Paddy

[Clashcityrocker]

Staghound is looking nice, and good start on your command vehicle.

Nigel

[PTB11]

Thanks for the comments, guys.
A little more done today. The Staghound got a brown filter coat and when it was dry it got another acrylic flat coat. Still plenty of layers to go.


The M577 was finally sealed up and a load more details were added to the roof. Whoever dreamt up PE footman loops has a lot to answer to!
I filled the relevant holes using Vallejo filler and to be honest, I dont rate it very much. It shrinks way too much, every time. It always needs a second application. Anyway, just my opinion, moan over.

[Early Bird Fan]

i've yet to use any PE parts but have seen plenty of youtube vids with it being used, it looks right fiddly so i think i'll avoid it as much as possible

[wokka]

Unfortunately the image of the Staghound hasn't come through but I like what you're doing with the Command vehicle.

[Stuart]

Fantastic work - that is a great looking armoured car!