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Title: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on July 02, 2020, 06:12:18 PM
Whilst Jock of the 92nd was sitting in the airing cupboard I started thinking about the next project.
I have a couple of Pegaso 90mm Samurai, one of which was bought at EuroMilitaire many years ago,
the other being bought second hand, at our show, recently.
This had been started, the arms fixed and helmet fitted, but it was approx 25% of the current price, so worth the risk!
These two are not designed/intended by the manufacturer to be put together, but it should work (I hope),
anyway, we can but give it a go!


Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on July 02, 2020, 06:16:58 PM
Something going wrong with pics!!!
Will try resizing them again! but in the folder it say they are a lot smaller than the one it sent!!! heh ho!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on July 02, 2020, 06:36:12 PM
Try Again! These are what I thought I sent last time! (I hope)
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on July 02, 2020, 06:37:02 PM
Nope! Give in!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: MSea on July 02, 2020, 07:17:42 PM
However the photos are will be interested in following this string.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on July 02, 2020, 07:26:53 PM
Thanks Martin, but it is not sending what I pick! Getting annoyed!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on July 02, 2020, 07:31:55 PM
One last go!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on July 03, 2020, 07:18:16 AM
I am looking forward to your paint job on these.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: chriswil42 on July 03, 2020, 11:10:10 AM
I am looking forward to your paint job on these.
Me too.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: cph64 on July 03, 2020, 03:25:30 PM
No doubt more figure masterpieces in the offing once he gets the orientals orientated!!!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: councilman on July 05, 2020, 06:45:07 PM
konnichiwa
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: chriswil42 on July 06, 2020, 02:04:04 PM
konnichiwa
In the evening - konbanwa.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on July 06, 2020, 02:08:07 PM
konnichiwa
In the evening - konbanwa.
Too much watching Shogun!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: chriswil42 on July 07, 2020, 01:46:13 PM
konnichiwa
In the evening - konbanwa.
Too much watching Shogun!
And I did  Japanese language course!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bob C on July 07, 2020, 07:00:57 PM
Looking forward to this. The paint job will be as good as ever I’m sure.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bigkev on July 07, 2020, 10:59:57 PM
To all those venerable posters....

If Red Lancer says it will be okay, it will be okay,....

Not sure what Japanese is 'for okay'....

But in Yorkshire.... 'It'll be alright!!'

Bigkev
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Haddock on July 08, 2020, 07:34:42 AM
To all those venerable posters....

If Red Lancer says it will be okay, it will be okay,....

Not sure what Japanese is 'for okay'....

But in Yorkshire.... 'It'll be alright!!'

Bigkev
It'll be reet!

Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bigkev on July 08, 2020, 09:11:21 AM
To all those venerable posters....

If Red Lancer says it will be okay, it will be okay,....

Not sure what Japanese is 'for okay'....

But in Yorkshire.... 'It'll be alright!!'

Bigkev
It'll be reet!

I stand corrected, 'It'll be reet' as Haddock points out in his best Yorkshire
Cheers,
Bigkev
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: chriswil42 on July 08, 2020, 09:42:38 AM
To all those venerable posters....

If Red Lancer says it will be okay, it will be okay,....

Not sure what Japanese is 'for okay'....

But in Yorkshire.... 'It'll be alright!!'

Bigkev

The Japanese use ok.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on July 10, 2020, 07:28:43 PM
I have been progressing Red Sam a bit. The bulk of the body is now all stuck together and
roughly undercoated. The head /helmet is still not fixed. the previous owner had glued the
head into the helmet, which is going to make face painting problematical.
The coat, (Jimbaori), is cast in four pieces. A t this moment I think it is going to be a nightmare!
Again, the previous owner had fixed the arms in place, and I am not sure that was a good idea,
and the prospect of putting his coat onto a fully painted figure is frightening. His head cannot be
 in place then as the rear of the helmet will be in the way. Additionally, the RH front  quarter is nowhere
near, have spent 3 hours or so filing, fettling and swearing, so it nearly fits! 
Right, here we go with pics! 
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bigkev on July 10, 2020, 08:12:09 PM
Hi Red Lancer,
Great stuff.
Attention to detail is great. I'm sure there must be a demonstration due at a future date when we are able to meet again.
I'm going to watch this one, and LEARN!
Cheers,
Bigkev
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on July 11, 2020, 09:53:27 AM
Looks great, your attention to those small details is excellent.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: chriswil42 on July 11, 2020, 07:02:43 PM
Looking good so far Howard.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: MSea on July 11, 2020, 07:03:48 PM
Enjoying this one Howard
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on July 14, 2020, 11:17:58 AM
I have started putting the 2nd figure together.  This one's  coat is cast in only 2 pieces and
definitely can not be fitted with the arms in place! On a trial run the Left arm seemed ok
but the right may foul on the coat, but nothing too serious. The hands are moulded onto the lance,
so the positioning of the arms is critical.
However, this set up appears to be better than a 4 piece coat. I am currently wondering  if I should see if the arms
will come off the other one in order to investigate if the build would be easier.  There is never an instruction sheet with
figures telling you what goes where in what sequence.
The attached (hopefully) photos show it at the current state. The next thing is to sort out some type of base.
No doubt they will come in the usual assortment of sizes, too big and too small. Once that is done they all can progress
independently.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Haddock on July 14, 2020, 11:37:21 AM
When it comes to bases I have a few offcuts of 9mm MDF which are too short for a ship,
let me know what you need and I'll see if there's anything that will do.
They are in strips about 6ins wide .
Offer applies to anyone that needs some.
Haddock
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on July 14, 2020, 01:30:47 PM
The detail of moulding on the figure looks excellent.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: MSea on July 14, 2020, 04:25:51 PM
I like his big pointy hat - could we get one each for all the club committee members - hohohohoho
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: cph64 on July 14, 2020, 04:46:07 PM
With a 'D' on the front? Looking forward to seeing these figures completed.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on July 14, 2020, 05:41:56 PM
With a 'D' on the front? Looking forward to seeing these figures completed.
Go and stand in the corner!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bigkev on July 14, 2020, 05:54:40 PM
With a 'D' on the front? Looking forward to seeing these figures completed.

Hi Chris,
Being a little naive, does the 'D' stand for, delectable, desirable, dominant, deadly, determined....

I cannot think of any other 'D' that would describe us.

Bigkev   
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on July 14, 2020, 06:44:52 PM
They're Off!!!!
I managed to get the arms off. Fortunately the previous owner hadn't pinned them!
This will make life a lot easier in painting his chest area, filling the joints on the coat etc.
Best thing I've done all day!

Tony, Thanks for the offer of base material. I will have a look through my stuff, but that is tomorrow's job.

Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: MSea on July 14, 2020, 07:22:29 PM
I can think of a few more D that would fit better than the ones you have come up with Kevin - hohohohohoho
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bigkev on July 14, 2020, 08:20:05 PM
I can think of a few more D that would fit better than the ones you have come up with Kevin - hohohohohoho

I know, I missed 'Dynamic', oversight by me, sorry.
I hope that your 'D' s are kind.
Cheers Bigkev
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: MSea on July 14, 2020, 09:35:33 PM
It's me so what do you think ??????????
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on July 15, 2020, 07:53:00 AM
I can think of a few more D that would fit better than the ones you have come up with Kevin - hohohohohoho

I know, I missed 'Dynamic', oversight by me, sorry.
I hope that your 'D' s are kind.
Cheers Bigkev
You dunce, there are loads of D words.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: cph64 on July 15, 2020, 04:14:31 PM
Got it one Zak!!!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bigkev on July 15, 2020, 06:39:01 PM
Got it one Zak!!!

Gentlemen,
I'm trying to be kind, there are other 'D' words, but some might be inappropriate.
Cheers,
Bigkev
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on July 16, 2020, 08:04:11 AM
Got it one Zak!!!

Gentlemen,
I'm trying to be kind, there are other 'D' words, but some might be inappropriate.
Cheers,
Bigkev
Inappropriate? When applied to our club members, never.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: chriswil42 on July 16, 2020, 12:30:17 PM
Doubtful?
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bigkev on July 19, 2020, 08:15:49 PM
Doubtful?

Like it, Chris.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on July 20, 2020, 06:49:02 PM
I have spent DDDDDays. filing and fettling to get these guys coats to fit. The "grey" one
 needed an awful lot  removing and shaping of the RH shoulder area, and "red" needed the coat pieces
joints working so they looked  matched up. This is the one that the previous owner had fitted the arms.
There is no way it could have been done.
In fact, they actually fit better than appears in the photos as I had to put small bits of Blue Tack
under them to hold in place.
I think that the grey one is bigger than the other, even allowing for the red one being slightly crouched.
I dont know if you can see in the pics, but his legs, torso etc. definitely seem thicker to me.
 Nothing I can do about that! They are by the same manufacturer, even the same sculptor!. Heh ho!
So, they are just about ready for serious painting.....faces first!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on July 21, 2020, 07:18:43 AM
Excellent work.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: meremodeller on July 21, 2020, 08:53:09 AM
Another good model for the MoVT!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: cph64 on July 21, 2020, 05:07:46 PM
Coming along nicely.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bob C on July 21, 2020, 07:49:34 PM
I think it will be another end of year winner.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: chriswil42 on July 22, 2020, 11:24:57 AM
I think it will be another end of year winner.
I think you'll be right Bob.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: cph64 on July 23, 2020, 04:14:55 PM
We might as well save all the effort and just set up a Standing Order for him, as every one's a winner!!! (Good title for a song that!!)
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on July 24, 2020, 10:35:07 AM
Thank you for the comments, however it certainly will not win anything this year as I don't
see it being finished by then. And, anyroad up, there are many people far more deserving than me!
I had a go at some of the armour yesterday, it took ages to do not much!
 Hopefully, I will put some pic sup during next week.
 
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bigkev on July 25, 2020, 07:36:18 PM
Hi H,
Always impressed by your painting skills and attention to detail.
Look forward to the next 'How I' did it post. Always a lot to learn, from the master of figures in the club.
Cheers,
Bigkev
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on July 29, 2020, 04:11:16 PM
A photo of the RedSam armour. All the bobbly and green bits need to be painted gold.
  However,.as it stands at the moment I am not at all happy with it. I think I got a bit too clever and
highlighted and shadowed each small panel and it has not turned out well.
There is too much contrast in places, not enough blending etc. so will try some rectification .To be honest, I
don't think much will be visible once the coat is on!
The other photo shows the other Sam with the armour panels undercoated. The panels will be black, probably,
not that you can see them much as the are behind all the cordage that holds them in place.  All of that
(grey in the photo) needs painting in various colours so I am spending time researching Samurai armour.

Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on July 29, 2020, 04:15:26 PM
Great, keep at it.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: chriswil42 on July 30, 2020, 04:28:50 PM
Looking good Howard.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bigkev on July 30, 2020, 07:25:30 PM
Can't remember giving you permission to use my knobbly knees as reference!
Lovely work, as usual.
Bigkev
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: councilman on August 02, 2020, 06:17:44 PM
Great painting skills.
Keep it up.
Andy.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on September 17, 2020, 06:40:32 PM

Little & Large
I am struggling with these two.
The heads are just about finished, just a bit of faffing to do.
You can see from the pics that one is significantly larger than the other,
a good 10% I reckon. This applies over the whole lot.  The difference in calf muscles is enormous!
  This could well scupper the original plan of doing a small diorama! This is not helping enthusiasm and Plan B may well involve
a shelf somewhere!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: MSea on September 17, 2020, 07:41:36 PM
Its just a big fellow being bashed by a small fellow - think they will look OK in a diorama.  The faces are excellent :) :) :) :)
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on September 18, 2020, 07:50:07 AM
Many makers seem to use different rulers?
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: MSea on September 18, 2020, 09:23:26 AM
Whats a ruler Zak - hohohhoho
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on September 18, 2020, 09:26:32 AM
Some are a nice piece of wood about a yard long, good for whacking awkward club members with.

We used to have some lovely ones in physics, varnished and everything, really nice, oh ,my measuring fetish is starting to show.

Sorry, your probably metric - just over a metre.

Did I mention micrometers?
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: MSea on September 18, 2020, 10:29:02 AM
Some are a nice piece of wood about a yard long, good for whacking awkward club members with.

We used to have some lovely ones in physics, varnished and everything, really nice, oh ,my measuring fetish is starting to show.

Sorry, your probably metric - just over a metre.

Did I mention micrometers?
Now you have woken up Haddock with a mention of micrometers - we will all be in trouble now, either imperial or metric.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on September 18, 2020, 10:45:45 AM
Don't forget callipers, digital and not of course, Vernier scale, it never ends, as a chemist I did like Angstroms as a unit. 0.00000001 cm I think.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: chriswil42 on September 18, 2020, 12:38:29 PM
Excellent faces Howard iirespective of the size difference.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: councilman on September 27, 2020, 06:26:43 PM

Little & Large
I am struggling with these two.
The heads are just about finished, just a bit of faffing to do.
You can see from the pics that one is significantly larger than the other,
a good 10% I reckon. This applies over the whole lot.  The difference in calf muscles is enormous!
  This could well scupper the original plan of doing a small diorama! This is not helping enthusiasm and Plan B may well involve
a shelf somewhere!
Master class in face painting. Great stuff.
Andy.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: cph64 on September 28, 2020, 02:59:44 PM
Couldn't agree more Andy, great work.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on November 06, 2020, 02:38:11 PM
Hi again! Despite not posting much I have been steadily modelling. Unfortunately progress(???)
has been remarkably slow for the time and effort put in. I'm afraid I am not enjoying these two
but I am too far in to put them on a shelf!
I still haven't decided whether to put them together on a base due to the size differences,
and that will probably be a last minute decision when more or less complete!

However, all is not total gloom and despondency as I have already bought the next two models.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on November 06, 2020, 02:40:51 PM
Nice detail as always, glad to hear you are modelling.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: chriswil42 on November 06, 2020, 02:44:30 PM
I really don't know how do paint such intricate detail Howaed. Magnificent!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on November 06, 2020, 02:47:53 PM
Thanks,guys....... they sort of look ok on the pictures, but believe me, they don't look too
good from where I'm sat!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: cph64 on November 06, 2020, 03:02:52 PM
If you stand the smaller one behind the other then perspective will make the smaller one look further away. That could solve the size difference? These are too good to go on the 'shelf of shame'.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: MSea on November 06, 2020, 05:48:33 PM
Whatever you do with them - they look great
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: councilman on November 08, 2020, 05:51:48 PM
Top figure painting skills.
Andy.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: kiwichappers on November 09, 2020, 09:23:38 AM
I really like these, great work Howard.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bigkev on November 09, 2020, 06:10:09 PM
Excellent painting skills Howard.
When we can meet, I will give you a rub to see if some of the painting magic rubs off....
cheers,
Bigkev
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on November 14, 2020, 11:35:08 AM
The important samurai had personal emblems. These were called Mon.
There were also Clan Mons for the lesser mortals. These were often embroidered on
the back of the coats they wore. For some reason Pegaso have moulded the shape of a mon on the back
of the Big Guy! (See Pic) However, they have not done this on the other model. Presumably he is just a pleb! ( sorry, don't
know the Japanese for pleb!)
Normally I would just file this off as, clearly, it is way over scale in thickness, and then hand paint, or
even manufacture transfers (stickers). However, on Searching the cupboard some stickers I came across
a stack of BRASS things I bought years ago. The are Heraldry of all sorts. Even some of Greek shields. (See Pic)
I have used these in the past to create stickers by taking photos and photoshop.  As the expert Daughter that does this now lives in Edinburgh
I am just going to use as is on the pleb, it will be over scale but will match the Big Guy at least.


Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on November 14, 2020, 11:41:11 AM
Looking forward to your detailing with the metalwork.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on November 14, 2020, 12:03:40 PM
Also, whilst searching the cupboard, see previous, I came across this jar of gold powder .I have had it years but never used it.
I wanted to do the B Guy's coat turnbacks gold, and most gold paint is grainy and Printers Ink
 would be too metallic looking for cloth, so I thought to give it a go. You need to paint the
item matt black first then apply with a cotton bud and polish.
It dues tend to go everywhere and it is advisable to wear a mask. (Plenty of those around these days, unfortunately)
I reckon that jar is about enough to cover a footbal lpitch!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: councilman on November 14, 2020, 03:02:15 PM
Take note all figure modelers.
Great stuff.
Andy.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on November 14, 2020, 03:26:16 PM
Must be worth a fortune, all that gold.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bob C on November 14, 2020, 06:15:16 PM
Great as ever.
Bob c
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: chriswil42 on November 15, 2020, 03:47:03 PM
Can't wait for the finished model Howard.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bigkev on November 15, 2020, 08:44:35 PM
Learning lots of painting 'how to' from this build.
Look forward to the next instalment.
Bigkev
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: MSea on November 16, 2020, 02:18:37 PM
Its hints from the master -- I listen,watch and try but mine just look like %^%$  but never mind its only a hobby and its for FUN.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: cph64 on November 16, 2020, 02:34:49 PM
Great work and tips, as ever.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on November 24, 2020, 05:58:23 PM
Thanks for the favourable comments.
I have put a base together using slate out of the garden. Hopefully, the fact that the
small guy is stood a bit higher will mask the size difference a bit, but I am by no means sure.
Maybe one day you will all get to see them in the flesh (metal) and see the difference (now that we may
have vaccines!)
The base still needs tarting up with grass etc.. The Red guy is about ready for his head and arms. The
Big guy, as shown, needs the coat painting, which I did yesterday and today. The light was fading towards the
end of both sessions, which certainly didn't help.
Next steps are to finish the base to something like acceptable, stick heads on and finalise positions/orientation.
Mind you, Red isn't going to move much as he slots into two brass tubes fixed into the base and rockpile!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: cph64 on November 24, 2020, 06:22:16 PM
The detail on the big guy is fantastic. I thought you said you were 'losing it'!!!!!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on November 25, 2020, 08:01:57 AM
Great attention to detail, I wish I had your patience and painting skills.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: kiwichappers on November 25, 2020, 10:53:05 AM
Two very attractive figures, superb work capturing the look of these warriors extremely well methinks.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: chriswil42 on November 25, 2020, 02:00:04 PM
Excellent detail on the figures Howard. The various parts look like coloured fabrics - amazing.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bob C on November 25, 2020, 06:51:31 PM
Great detail, even if I had the patience no way could I do that.

Bob c
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bigkev on November 25, 2020, 09:02:49 PM
WOW!!!
Outstanding Howard.
If only I could hope to achieve halve of what you do, I'd be very happy.
cheers,
Bigkev
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on November 26, 2020, 06:09:33 PM
Thanks for all the comments.
I am in the process of making a base at the moment ( see earlier)
Hope to have it done by next week and model all finished for Xmas. No doubt Dave would be finished by tomorrow)
Wondering what is next now!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: cph64 on November 27, 2020, 08:28:00 PM
You could always copy MSea's diorama skills and make one with a Shogun sat inside his castle? Remember they always sat facing the door so they saw anyone coming.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Bigkev on November 27, 2020, 08:53:53 PM
You could always copy MSea's diorama skills and make one with a Shogun sat inside his castle? Remember they always sat facing the door so they saw anyone coming.

Just do your thing!!
Bigkev
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: MSea on November 28, 2020, 09:13:11 AM
Just ENJOY what you are doing
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: councilman on November 28, 2020, 03:12:05 PM
Outstanding paint job.  The Samurai suits your skills.
Andy.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on November 29, 2020, 02:19:19 PM
 A few pics of the base more or less finished.
The rocks are bits of slate from the garden, with a dark wash
and then dry brushed with a lighter colour. Grass tufts and assortment of loose stuff
 Need o put figures to it to sort orientation, to make sure they are looking at each other.
The big guy has hold of a damn great lance/spear that I didn't take account of before making the base!
Could be a problem.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: MSea on November 29, 2020, 02:24:49 PM
Looks just like nature - how do you do it.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on November 29, 2020, 02:40:46 PM
Bonsai in action.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: chriswil42 on November 30, 2020, 10:18:25 AM
Great natural looking base.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: cph64 on November 30, 2020, 02:56:21 PM
More inspiration!!!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on December 01, 2020, 06:23:37 PM
Looks just like nature - how do you do it.
Photoshop!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on December 21, 2020, 10:22:42 AM
Finished at last!
It has eventually turned out better than I thought it would, but
I am still far from happy with it, destined for the loft I think.
I think the fact that the Red Guy is raised somewhat has masked the
difference in size to some extent.
I happened to be trawling the Internet last night doing research on the next model
and stumbled across pictures of another  Red Guy........ thinking taking up embroidery
or knitting!   heh ho! 
Best wishes to All for Xmas!!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: MSea on December 21, 2020, 10:33:25 AM
Not the loft but the competition table level to me - well done they look excellent.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on December 21, 2020, 10:37:36 AM
Thanks Martin, but believe me it is far from good. If we ever
get to meetings again I will bring it to show. Most of its
problems don't show up on photos, thankfully!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: zak on December 21, 2020, 10:50:28 AM
I agree, it is too good for the loft, as usual a great rendering.
The size difference has been well masked.
A really great piece of work.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: chriswil42 on December 21, 2020, 02:18:42 PM
A truly excellent model Howard. Certainly destined for the competition table me thinks.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: cph64 on December 21, 2020, 03:50:37 PM
If you're thinking of boxing it up and putting it away then I might as well give up modelling now. Great work as ever Howard.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: councilman on December 21, 2020, 05:20:57 PM
Absolutely stunning Howard. Be proud of yourself.
All the best to you.
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Wizzel on December 26, 2020, 09:11:39 PM
Blimey, they're outstanding.  Look like stills from a film!
Title: Re: Samurai
Post by: Red Lancer on December 27, 2020, 10:09:47 AM
Thanks for all the comments.