Global Scale Modeller

Posted: **Wed Oct 29, 2025 1:45 pm**

Rafale killer

Posted: **Wed Oct 29, 2025 11:38 pm**

Digger, I almost snagged that R-35 kit myself the other day, and a Somua by Tamiya as well.

Looks like you'll have some French armor fun one day

Posted: **Thu Oct 30, 2025 12:34 am**

Got this today for a future project involving jeeps and Chevrolets!!

Posted: **Thu Oct 30, 2025 12:35 am**

KalebB wrote: Wed Oct 29, 2025 11:38 pm Digger, I almost snagged that R-35 kit myself the other day, and a Somua by Tamiya as well.

Looks like you'll have some French armor fun one day

Thanks, I've already built the Somua and that was a fun build. 10 frenchie tanks in the cue to go

Posted: **Thu Oct 30, 2025 4:41 pm**

More future plans - a set of BEA decals for a Rotodyne project. Actually meant for a 1/72 Viscount but they will do nicely.

Posted: **Thu Oct 30, 2025 11:24 pm**

RangerNeil wrote: Thu Oct 30, 2025 4:41 pm More future plans - a set of BEA decals for a Rotodyne project. Actually meant for a 1/72 Viscount but they will do nicely.

Posted: **Wed Nov 05, 2025 4:07 pm**

I got some paint supplies yesterday

I needed them as I went through each of my paint pots and added solvent (MLT or water depending), a mixing ball if needed, stirred and cleaned up the lids
Definitely found some that needed this solvent and had to throw a couple out that the lids were fully stuck
A good idea to do this, especially to colours you don't open up much. I would have lost a few to drying up if I didn't do this

I did each pot here (68 Tamiya, 15 Citadel) and developed a blister on my hand from opening and closing so many

Posted: **Wed Nov 05, 2025 6:48 pm**

^right on. Good tip. I have some that are one step away from the garbage can. I will try and same them like you did, thanks!

Posted: **Wed Nov 05, 2025 7:34 pm**

runnerUA wrote: Wed Nov 05, 2025 6:48 pm ^right on. Good tip. I have some that are one step away from the garbage can. I will try and same them like you did, thanks!

You will save yourself both frustration and a fortune.
I was really surprised at the thick, terrible state of many of these paint pots!

Posted: **Wed Nov 05, 2025 11:14 pm**

Twokidsnosleep wrote: Wed Nov 05, 2025 4:07 pm I got some paint supplies yesterday

I needed them as I went through each of my paint pots and added solvent (MLT or water depending), a mixing ball if needed, stirred and cleaned up the lids
Definitely found some that needed this solvent and had to throw a couple out that the lids were fully stuck
A good idea to do this, especially to colours you don't open up much. I would have lost a few to drying up if I didn't do this

I did each pot here (68 Tamiya, 15 Citadel) and developed a blister on my hand from opening and closing so many

What you need and is better than adding thinner is this marvellous stuff. Only discovered it myself this year.
It's a Mr Color product.
Replenishing agent................https://hobbytechtoys.com.au/products/m ... 0936145569

It's a marvel, just add some to the the jar and even hardened paint will be rejuvenated. Not for true acylic paints though.
Also when opening jars it is by far the best way is to use the Mr Hobby jar opener set. It takes away all that effort and frustration to easy open those jars. It will open Tamiya and Mr Hobby, one of those must have tools.
https://hobbytechtoys.com.au/products/m ... cap-opener?
currency=AUD&variant=14995313655843&stkn=bbabd86f8cca&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20936145569

cheers

Posted: **Tue Nov 11, 2025 7:45 pm**

Yes I used that yellow handle and silicone base. But you still need hand power and grip!

Trying out this form of old school glue…been using metal tube version, stringy as hell

Posted: **Thu Nov 20, 2025 2:56 pm**

Received this as a birthday present last week

Have tried it out on a scrap of sprue and it does the job - will try it on the sanding I need to do on the Millennium Falcon when I get back to it.

Posted: **Thu Nov 20, 2025 3:10 pm**

Tomcat64 wrote: Thu Nov 20, 2025 2:56 pm Received this as a birthday present last week

Have tried it out on a scrap of sprue and it does the job - will try it on the sanding I need to do on the Millennium Falcon when I get back to it.

That looks interesting! Keep us posted.

Posted: **Thu Nov 20, 2025 7:41 pm**

Tomcat64 wrote: Thu Nov 20, 2025 2:56 pm Received this as a birthday present last week

Have tried it out on a scrap of sprue and it does the job - will try it on the sanding I need to do on the Millennium Falcon when I get back to it.

Had one of those for nigh on 6 months. It works very well and gives a nice flat finish!!:

Posted: **Wed Nov 26, 2025 9:00 pm**

Taking a giant leap into the unknown here - got this today as the next project hoping it will be able to fit somewhere for display....

Posted: **Wed Nov 26, 2025 10:46 pm**

RangerNeil wrote: Wed Nov 26, 2025 9:00 pm Taking a giant leap into the unknown here - got this today as the next project hoping it will be able to fit somewhere for display....

Posted: **Fri Dec 05, 2025 1:31 am**

This first is for a project I hope to start in January. I'm working on an F-15 from the Massachusetts Air National Guard that I should finish soon so I can move onto an F-100, also from the Mass ANG. These decals will work for all but the markings on the tail - which I can put together from other decals I have.

For some reason this brand of airbrush has come up several times recently on Facebook and Youtube. And, since, as we all know, a new airbrush makes you a better builder. Two new airbrushes should make me awesome!

They sent a free paint along with the airbrushes.

Posted: **Fri Dec 05, 2025 4:11 am**

DBMiller wrote: Fri Dec 05, 2025 1:31 am This first is for a project I hope to start in January. I'm working on an F-15 from the Massachusetts Air National Guard that I should finish soon so I can move onto an F-100, also from the Mass ANG. These decals will work for all but the markings on the tail - which I can put together from other decals I have.

For some reason this brand of airbrush has come up several times recently on Facebook and Youtube. And, since, as we all know, a new airbrush makes you a better builder. Two new airbrushes should make me awesome!

They sent a free paint along with the airbrushes.

''For some reason this brand of airbrush has come up several times recently on Facebook and Youtube. And, since, as we all know, a new airbrush makes you a better builder. Two new airbrushes should make me awesome! ''

I like the way you think

You'll have to do a quick review and let us all know what they are like.

Posted: **Fri Dec 05, 2025 11:54 pm**

digger303 wrote: Fri Dec 05, 2025 4:11 am
DBMiller wrote: Fri Dec 05, 2025 1:31 am This first is for a project I hope to start in January. I'm working on an F-15 from the Massachusetts Air National Guard that I should finish soon so I can move onto an F-100, also from the Mass ANG. These decals will work for all but the markings on the tail - which I can put together from other decals I have.

For some reason this brand of airbrush has come up several times recently on Facebook and Youtube. And, since, as we all know, a new airbrush makes you a better builder. Two new airbrushes should make me awesome!

They sent a free paint along with the airbrushes.

''For some reason this brand of airbrush has come up several times recently on Facebook and Youtube. And, since, as we all know, a new airbrush makes you a better builder. Two new airbrushes should make me awesome! ''

I like the way you think
You'll have to do a quick review and let us all know what they are like.

Yes I have seen this brand pop up as well
They have a black primer I am interested in
Definitely like to hear how you find this paint

Posted: **Sat Dec 06, 2025 4:25 am**

Twokidsnosleep wrote: Fri Dec 05, 2025 11:54 pm
digger303 wrote: Fri Dec 05, 2025 4:11 am
DBMiller wrote: Fri Dec 05, 2025 1:31 am This first is for a project I hope to start in January. I'm working on an F-15 from the Massachusetts Air National Guard that I should finish soon so I can move onto an F-100, also from the Mass ANG. These decals will work for all but the markings on the tail - which I can put together from other decals I have.

For some reason this brand of airbrush has come up several times recently on Facebook and Youtube. And, since, as we all know, a new airbrush makes you a better builder. Two new airbrushes should make me awesome!

They sent a free paint along with the airbrushes.

''For some reason this brand of airbrush has come up several times recently on Facebook and Youtube. And, since, as we all know, a new airbrush makes you a better builder. Two new airbrushes should make me awesome! ''

I like the way you think
You'll have to do a quick review and let us all know what they are like.

Yes I have seen this brand pop up as well
They have a black primer I am interested in
Definitely like to hear how you find this paint

If your after a tough sand-able acrylic primer, try VMS'S NEW one. The only thing is the AB cup requires a little more elbow grease to get her clean than your used too.

Posted: **Sat Dec 06, 2025 2:15 pm**

digger303 wrote: Sat Dec 06, 2025 4:25 am
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If your after a tough sand-able acrylic primer, try VMS'S NEW one. The only thing is the AB cup requires a little more elbow grease to get her clean than your used too.

I've read that their gloss and matte varnishes are good as well.

Posted: **Tue Dec 09, 2025 7:23 pm**

These came today - no prizes for guessing what project is likely to be next!!

Posted: **Wed Dec 10, 2025 12:01 am**

I'm sorry Neil, but I can't see your images here or in the other threads. I can see everyone else previous posts.

Posted: **Wed Dec 10, 2025 2:20 am**

digger303 wrote: Wed Dec 10, 2025 12:01 am I'm sorry Neil, but I can't see your images here or in the other threads. I can see everyone else previous posts.

Thats weird!! What do you get Digger - an error message or just a placeholder icon where the image should be?
Is anyone else having the same problem seeing images hosted on www.postimage.cc??

Posted: **Wed Dec 10, 2025 11:52 am**

RangerNeil wrote: Wed Dec 10, 2025 2:20 am
digger303 wrote: Wed Dec 10, 2025 12:01 am I'm sorry Neil, but I can't see your images here or in the other threads. I can see everyone else previous posts.

Thats weird!! What do you get Digger - an error message or just a placeholder icon where the image should be?
Is anyone else having the same problem seeing images hosted on www.postimage.cc??

I was just getting a place holder "Image" for the last 2 days, but hey tonight I can see them all. So dunno what was happening.

Are you going to do the AK Rover or a older Tamiya kit ?

Posted: **Sat Dec 13, 2025 1:04 pm**

Bit of a catch up.

Posted: **Sat Dec 13, 2025 6:45 pm**

That Devastator looks very interesting!!

Posted: **Sun Dec 14, 2025 1:13 am**

RangerNeil wrote: Sat Dec 13, 2025 6:45 pm That Devastator looks very interesting!!

Yes and I think it would look good with crew and on a stand .

Posted: **Sun Dec 14, 2025 2:43 am**

digger303 wrote: Sun Dec 14, 2025 1:13 am
RangerNeil wrote: Sat Dec 13, 2025 6:45 pm That Devastator looks very interesting!!
Yes and I think it would look good with crew and on a stand .

Great minds think alike!!

Posted: **Sun Dec 14, 2025 4:05 am**

RangerNeil wrote: Sun Dec 14, 2025 2:43 am
digger303 wrote: Sun Dec 14, 2025 1:13 am
RangerNeil wrote: Sat Dec 13, 2025 6:45 pm That Devastator looks very interesting!!
Yes and I think it would look good with crew and on a stand .

Great minds think alike!!

I like the legends crew set where the pilot is talking over his shoulder...well probably yelling.

Posted: **Wed Dec 17, 2025 9:12 pm**

I like all of those kits digger.

They all have a very high level of detailing opportunity.

Posted: **Tue Dec 23, 2025 9:11 pm**

Another TV show model car into the stash

Posted: **Wed Dec 24, 2025 1:10 pm**

Twokidsnosleep wrote: Tue Dec 23, 2025 9:11 pm Another TV show model car into the stash

Nice

Posted: **Fri Dec 26, 2025 1:33 am**

Christmas GOODIES

Sorry for the upside down pic...it's a cordless rotary tool from my son
The missus got me the nippers after a slight hint

....My dispae set wasn't working well as the blades never closed properly on the end leaving a small gap and they weren't parallel which together didn't give a good experience. They were my second set having dropped the first one ( which were good) and breaking the point off.
Merry Xmas all and a happy New year

Posted: **Fri Dec 26, 2025 8:10 am**

My Christmas Day kits

I hope everyone had a Christmas and a happy new year

Posted: **Fri Dec 26, 2025 9:54 pm**

Nice stuff guys
I never get modelling gifts from family at Christmas

Posted: **Fri Dec 26, 2025 11:41 pm**

Twokidsnosleep wrote: Fri Dec 26, 2025 9:54 pm Nice stuff guys
I never get modelling gifts

Took a while to educate my lot

Posted: **Wed Dec 31, 2025 11:36 pm**

I have found that it is far easier for me to ask for some specific "stuff" as a gift and even point them to it. It is the only way I get any hobby related "stuff".

Speaking of "stuff", here is my latest modeling "stuff":

Happy New Year Everyone!

Posted: **Thu Jan 01, 2026 2:35 am**

DRUMS01 wrote: Wed Dec 31, 2025 11:36 pm I have found that it is far easier for me to ask for some specific "stuff" as a gift and even point them to it. It is the only way I get any hobby related "stuff".

Speaking of "stuff", here is my latest modeling "stuff":

Happy New Year Everyone!

I gave one of mine a helping hand too. My password to BNA and told them to pick something from the pre -prepared basket

The vice and PE folding tool all wrapped into one seems a good idea and I've heard the dremel cordless are very nice.
The roller is pretty useful too and would save so much time.
You can never have too many good tools.

Posted: **Thu Jan 01, 2026 2:39 am**

A belated XMAS pressie turned up a little late from my daughter.

Posted: **Sat Jan 03, 2026 2:18 am**

Not so much the postie as Daughter Mk1 doing deliveries - after the New Year so as not to set the OH off.

She's got me a selection of 3D printed upgrades for the Revell 1/8 Trans Am.

Posted: **Sun Jan 04, 2026 1:05 am**

RangerNeil wrote: Sat Jan 03, 2026 2:18 am Not so much the postie as Daughter Mk1 doing deliveries - after the New Year so as not to set the OH off.
She's got me a selection of 3D printed upgrades for the Revell 1/8 Trans Am.

Took me a bit to work out what all the goodies were, but I did and I hope you ladlled out loads of appreciation.Because they look pretty nice which I'm sure you did anyway.

Posted: **Mon Jan 05, 2026 8:31 pm**

I AM NOT dicking around at work instead of doing what I am supposed to, shut up

How cool is this to arrive today from a very dear friend as a Christmas present.

I love this. Now does it get modified or left alone

I have been told I am NOT allowed to wear it in the car driving.

Posted: **Mon Jan 05, 2026 11:25 pm**

Twokidsnosleep wrote: Mon Jan 05, 2026 8:31 pm
I have been told I am NOT allowed to wear it in the car driving.

Then what is the point of having it?

Posted: **Mon Jan 05, 2026 11:42 pm**

DBMiller wrote: Mon Jan 05, 2026 11:25 pm
Twokidsnosleep wrote: Mon Jan 05, 2026 8:31 pm
I have been told I am NOT allowed to wear it in the car driving.
Then what is the point of having it?

RIGHT???!!!!
I can wear it picking up dinner. Or a snack.

Posted: **Tue Jan 06, 2026 3:35 am**

I would get seriously worried if you repainted the car like Viper 1

Posted: **Tue Jan 06, 2026 6:56 am**

Picked these up in a little used hobby shop in Osaka Japan recently.

Tamiya 1/12 312T and T4.
I love these Tamiya big scale cars.

These may need new decals, but both kits cost just over $100usd....for both!! so I'm not complaining.
They're usually around 200usd each ... each!!! on eBay.
The shop documents the parts by ticking off the sprue sets in the instructions, and these are in good condition for nearly 50 year old kits. The tyres a bit sticky but ok. The guy at the shop was super helpful, no English but was a great conversation.

Really pleased to have found these. They just have to survive the trip back to Australia and I'm happy.

The chopper was just a great deal as it included a comprehensive Eduard external detail up set and was also a great price.
Academy Blackhawk 1/35. It looks like a banger of a kit. Can't wait to get into all of these kits.

Posted: **Tue Jan 06, 2026 7:57 am**

cor wrote: Tue Jan 06, 2026 6:56 am Picked these up in a little used hobby shop in Osaka Japan recently.

Tamiya 1/12 312T and T4.
I love these Tamiya big scale cars.

These may need new decals, but both kits cost just over $100usd....for both!! so I'm not complaining.
They're usually around 200usd each ... each!!! on eBay.
The shop documents the parts by ticking off the sprue sets in the instructions, and these are in good condition for nearly 50 year old kits. The tyres a bit sticky but ok. The guy at the shop was super helpful, no English but was a great conversation.

Really pleased to have found these. They just have to survive the trip back to Australia and I'm happy.

The chopper was just a great deal as it included a comprehensive Eduard external detail up set and was also a great price.
Academy Blackhawk 1/35. It looks like a banger of a kit. Can't wait to get into all of these kits.

Nice win

Posted: **Tue Jan 06, 2026 10:48 am**

digger303 wrote: Tue Jan 06, 2026 3:35 am I would get seriously worried if you repainted the car like Viper 1

Oh, I don't know..... It could be quite interesting......

Posted: **Wed Jan 07, 2026 11:46 pm**

cor wrote: Tue Jan 06, 2026 6:56 am Picked these up in a little used hobby shop in Osaka Japan recently.

Tamiya 1/12 312T and T4.
I love these Tamiya big scale cars.

These may need new decals, but both kits cost just over $100usd....for both!! so I'm not complaining.
They're usually around 200usd each ... each!!! on eBay.
The shop documents the parts by ticking off the sprue sets in the instructions, and these are in good condition for nearly 50 year old kits. The tyres a bit sticky but ok. The guy at the shop was super helpful, no English but was a great conversation.

Really pleased to have found these. They just have to survive the trip back to Australia and I'm happy.

The chopper was just a great deal as it included a comprehensive Eduard external detail up set and was also a great price.
Academy Blackhawk 1/35. It looks like a banger of a kit. Can't wait to get into all of these kits.

That is a super deal on 1/12 Tamiyas!!
Wow those kits are like $220 Cad each before shipping on eBay
I haven't built a big one yet but have a few in the stash
I am so glad I kinda stocked up on kits a while before covid and everything went financially pear shaped

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