(Another) Tamiya 1:48 Ki-84 Hayate "Frank"

[SkEeZicks]

Hey everyone, I finally have my contribution to the Rising Sun GB complete. Here she is:

























The kit was a fairly simple kit so I spent a lot of effort trying new techniques for me, chipping with Mig chipping fluid, chipping with the salt technique, post shading, homemade seatbelts, just to name a few. I had a few issues with paint peeling from masking tape. I tried Mig primer for the first time and the masking tape lifted the paint and primer off all together in some areas and had to be repaired.... so I guess I learned how to repair paint peeling as well . In general I learned a lot and had fun. Thanks for looking!

Cheers Sean

[Thumboy]

fantastic work Sean the chipping and worn paint looks the business. I haven't tried the chipping fluid yet, I am planning on using in on my zero eggplane next month. I will be defiantly be taking inspiration from your build

[shortCummins]

that extreme weathering/chipping looks fantastic, really good job!

rgds
John (shortCummins)

[UKguyInUSA]

Great job on the heavy chipping, looks really good!

[TonyCnyc]

Great job on the finishing and weathering. Really makes it come alive.

[ToddS]

Awesome job!! The finish looks great

[badpirate]

Looks great even with all the setbacks. Great work