5 TOP TOOLS & ACCESSORIES FOR SCALE MODELLERS Scale War Machines 2021-05-20 | Hello and welcome to a newer format of video looking at indispensable model tools and accessories that I have found useful over the years. Hopefully you find these 5 suggestions useful and inspiring. I'm just trying this type of video out to see if you like it.I am not sure if you will like my take on these items, some of which were sent as samples but have proved essential, whilst others were bought by me and also proved a good investment.There's a short summary or each of these 5 items, as shown in the chapters and timestamps below:00:00 Introduction00:48 Harder & Steenbeck Micro Air Blower03:22 Iwata Airbrush Workstation 06:03 Iwata Airbrush Cleaning Mat07:07 Archer Fine Transfers10:35 Deluxe Materials Brush Magic12:20 EndsLinks in Video:ARCHER FINE TRANSFERS & DECALS "HOW TO" GUIDE - youtu.be/uLDNM3OdwkAARCHER EYEBALL TRANSFERS "HOW TO" GUIDE - youtu.be/E9qAG9wxeAQARCHER INSTRUMENT DIALS & PLACARDS - youtu.be/yggiOfYL_SMARCHER RESIN SURFACE DETAILS - youtu.be/ryqtkcs7QWcDELUXE MATERIALS BRUSH & STRIP MAGIC - youtu.be/zuNkHaE-DAQFor details of pricing and where to source them, or the company that supplied the samples or where I bought them.Harder & Steenbeck Micro Airblower - air-craft.net/acatalog/Micro-Air-Blower.htmlIwata Airbrush Workstation - airbrushes.com/product_info.php?osCsid=uvga10etiekskvas976mavpdc3&cPath=400_14_416&products_id=23027Iwata Airbrush Cleaning Mat - airbrushes.com/product_info.php?cPath=400_14_30_417&products_id=21999Archer Fine Transfers - archertransfers.com or http://www.historexagents.comDeluxe Materials Brush Magic - deluxematerials.co.uk/products/brush-magic?_pos=1&_sid=950674435&_ss=r or http://www.historexagents.com#scalewarmachines#toptools#scalemodellingEnjoy!Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2021 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
BARN FIND MUSTANG - DAMAGE, CUSTOM DOORS & RACE NUMBERS Scale War Machines 2022-11-28 | Welcome back to another video and something a little different from my usual fare.When Agora Models contacted me offering to make one of their fantastic large scale kits, I had to say constructing such a thing, although interesting, wouldn’t really be feasible for me. So we agreed that I could instead paint a pre-built test shot of the model, in my own style.This is their amazing and very impressive large-scale (1/8th) replica of the Super Snake Mustang 550GT - a one-off car used to test a brand of tyres for an advertising campaign in the 1960s (agoramodels.com/1967-shelby-mustang-super-snake/).You should be aware that I love recreating ratty old cars, as well as military subjects, so I decided to give this vehicle a unique look.In this ongoing occasional series, I will be taking the car apart and then giving it a battered patina and paint job. In this second part I do the following:- Continue adding rust and faded paint effects- Replicating damage using power tools- And, finally, customising the model using Zero Paints, reproducing lacquer peel and adding home-made race numbers.#scalewarmachines#agoramodels#weatheringChapter Markers00:00 Start00:10 Recap, damage and primer effects01:15 Additional rust effects02:05 Sealing with Klear02:22 Inflicting Damage03:17 A new contraption and additional rust effects04:20 Scenic Rust by Deluxe Materials06:51 Mottled gauze technique07:17 Zero Paints Green salvaged doors08:15 Recreating peeling lacquer09:33 Race numbers backgrounds using Artool Ultramask and markings12:11 Applying number masks13:20 Damaging paint layers14:58 Shots of progress so far including new race numbers15:23 EndsI should say this gorgeous models is a construction kit mainly made by screw together construction and it would cost around £1000 to buy, depending on which formula you go for. Needless to say, I might not have been quite so bold with the angle grinder if I had painstakingly built this myself!These videos don’t really get as many views as others, in fact the last Mustang one tanked, but I don’t really care as I enjoy changing things up and don’t want to be a slave to the algorithm. I prefer to output the projects and videos that I want to. At least, that has been my mantra so far for some time!Thanks to Agora Models for supplying this sample (a test shot prototype) of their Super Snake Mustang in 1/8th scale, see http://www.agoramodels.com for more information.Enjoy!#scalewarmachines#agoramodels#weatheringPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2022 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
PAINTING FIGURES UNIFORMS - DENISON CAMO - SEAN CONNERY BUST (PART 3) Scale War Machines 2022-10-21 | This is a simple non-elitist step-by-step video guide to painting figures' uniforms - this time the iconic movie star, Sir Sean Connery, who sadly passed away at the end of October 2020 - in particular his Denison Smock and webbing/accessories. The Denison Smock was a distinctive camouflaged overgarment designed specifically for British and Commonwealth paratroopers and airborne forces.The resin bust is in 1/10th scale and is from Young Miniatures reference YM1870, it is called Red Devils Arnhem 17th Sept. 1944.This video is intended for beginners and will be the third and final part on how to paint a 1/10th bust for those looking to use acrylics.Apologies, for the delay but the first two parts never did that well at first, so I sort of postponed the final part of the series, but a few people have asked to see the uniform painted and funnily enough the first two parts are getting some views over time now. I am really grateful to the subscribers and viewers who asked to see part three as it really driven me on. Even if only one or two people show an interest, I am very happy to try and oblige.In Part One, every step is shown starting with the preparation and priming, as well as using Vallejo Surface primers to block out the main colours.youtu.be/X_MAjLqRveYIn Part Two, the face and head were painted.youtu.be/0juAOZhPox4This is a summary of the techniques I have picked up along the way when using acrylics. So this tutorial from http://www.scalewarmachines.com is aimed at AFV model makers looking to paint realistic faces for their figures. It is not a masterclass, rather a simple technique for effective results. It is designed to be accessible and simple to follow. If you want to watch a masterclass by a maestro, please do check out any of the superb expert figure painter channels on You Tube.Viewers may be interested to know materials used. I have no preferred paint range and use pretty much anything. Here I intermix Vallejo, Andrea Color and Lifecolor references. They are all great paints and each brand has given this channel great support over the years, for which we are extremely grateful.Vallejo: http://www.acrylicosvallejo.com/en Lifecolor: http://astromodelstore.comAndrea Color: http://www.andrea-world.comLifecolor is distributed in the UK by http://www.airbrushes.comairbrushes.com/index.php?cPath=400_4_429_202Andrea Color is distributed in the UK by Historex Agents (http://www.historexagents.com)I also use an Iwata Eclipse side-feed airbrush from The Airbrush Company - please contact them at http://www.airbrushes.com to see the Iwata range.Sean Connery - 1930 - 2020 In MemoriamChapter Markers00:00 - Start00:16 - Introduction & Recap Parts 1 and 201:54 - Beret headband02:33 - Colour adjustment coats for uniform03:11 - Webbing colour passes04:51 - Colour adjustment glaze/wash for Denison Smock07:00 - Metal accessories, binoculars, leather and insignia09:30 - Camouflage colours over base - green10:54 - Camouflage colours over base - red brown12:51 - Camouflage - darker shadows14:56 - Camouflage - lighter highlights17:08 - Vallejo black washes19:19 - Final highlights and washes21:30 - Completed bust and outroNote: I mention Vallejo Model Colour washes at 08:50, when they are Vallejo Game Colour washes, the on-screen references are otherwise correct.#scalewarmachines#figurepainting#abridgetoofarPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2022 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
HOW TO GUIDE & REVIEW - DYNAMO MODELS RESIN FIGURES Scale War Machines 2022-09-29 | Welcome to another review and film, this time it is Dynamo Models of France, whose owner, Sylvain, kindly sent Scale War Machines a selection of their impressive new range of resign figures in 1/35th Scale.If you go to www.dynamo-models.com, you can see what is on offer, as well as pricing, you will also see that many packs have optional parts and they also do 1/10th and 1/12th scale busts. Subjects include The Resistance, Allied Forces, Civilians, France in 1940, Germans and so on.He has launched with quite an impressive range and we wish his new venture all the best.In this film, I unbox and review a handful of references, I assemble some and review the quality. I also prime and prep a selection for painting. You can let me know in the comments which you would like to see painted and also if you want a full start-to-finish resin figures tutorial.This film includes a short “How To” for model makers new to resin figures. If you like to see more in-depth exploration of resin figure techniques, let me know as I shot all the assembly of three references.I should state that these are great quality with interesting choices of subject. They are 3D modelled, as is common these days, and then cast in resin.#scalefigures#scalemodelling#scalewarmachinesPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2022 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
BARN FIND MUSTANG - WEATHERED & RUSTED TO DESTRUCTION!!! Scale War Machines 2022-09-15 | Welcome to another video and something a bit different.I don’t usually tackle large-scale subjects and so when Agora Models contacted me offering to make one of their fantastic large scale kits, I had to say constructing such a thing, although interesting, wouldn’t really be feasible for me. So we agreed that I could instead paint a pre-built test shot of the model, in my own style.If you follow the channel, you will know that I love ratty vehicles and that I am more about the painting than the building. Weathering is what really gets my juices flowing and unfortunately for this model, it will get very weathered, into a 'barn find' Mustang.The model as supplied and sent by Agora is their 1/8th scale Mustang Super Snake 550GT, which I believe to be a one-off car used to test a brand of tyres for an advertising campaign in the 1960s.agoramodels.com/1967-shelby-mustang-super-snakeIn this occasional series, I will be taking the car apart and then giving it a unique patina and paint job.Part one sees me disassemble and repair broken parts and begin with the weathering, inspired by the vehicles seen on a favourite You Tube channel of mine, Vice Grip Garage, especially the former Roadkill Dodge Charger owner Derek runs.I paint the first coats using Vallejo and AK primers with a Badger Chrome, Iwata Eclipse side feed and a Badger Extreme Patriot airbrush.The markings are removed by various means and the bonnet gets a coat of Citadel/Games Workshop Chaos Black.If you want to skip to painting see the timestamps below - weathering starts at 09:33:Introduction 08:00Disassembly 01:46Repair of axle 03:14Borken axle 04:04Test Painting 05:11Sticker/Decal removal 05:20Painting begins 09:33Model Washes 16:15Bonnet gets paint 17:27Teasers of Part 2 18:23End 19:38Thanks to Agora Models for supplying this sample (a test shot prototype) of their Super Snake Mustang in 1/8th scale see http://www.agoramodels.com for more information.I should say this gorgeous models is a construction kit mainly made by screw together construction and it would cost around £1000 to buy, depending on which formula you go for. Needless to say, I might not have been quite so bold if I had painstakingly built this myself, or indeed spent those kinds of funds on such a pricey model. At that price, I probably would have left it well alone.Have fun and enjoy the process, hopefully videos should start to flow a bit better, maybe... depending work load - we shall see!Please mention us or this review if buying any products. Some of these products are available from http://www.airbrushes.com who supplied them as samples to Scale War Machines namely Lifecolor Paints and Iwata airbrushes, including the Iwata Eclipse.#scalemodelling#scalewarmachines#agoramodelsPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2022 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
PREPARING & PAINTING 3D MODEL PARTS - HEAVY HOBBY REVIEW #2 Scale War Machines 2022-07-21 | In this second part of a two-part series, I delve deeper into Heavy Hobby’s range of 3-D printed accessories.I will prepare and paint a selection of parts, so you can see what they look like under paint. Some of it went well, other bits were pretty fiddly and there will be breakages! However, as you will see, this is some pretty impressive technology and overall, it was a joy working with these fine products.Technical audio note: I had some trouble with the work bench sound, so please excuse the less than exemplary audio quality, I have tried to remedy it as best as possible, so you should be able to follow along without too much trouble.Remember, you can get these products via Hobby Hives which has outlets in China, Japan and Canada. Please browse the range and see the extensive selection of what’s on offer here:http://www.hobbyhives.comFull disclosure: the supplier (World Hobby Gala) very kindly sent these samples for review FOC, so thanks to them.Cut straight to painting at 06:13.Have fun, hopefully videos should start to flow again in the latter part of 2022 (I blame too much work interfering with fun ;-)!)#3Dprinting#scalemodelling#scalewarmachinesPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2022 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
CAN 3D PRINTED PARTS REALLY WORK? - HEAVY HOBBY REVIEW #1 Scale War Machines 2022-04-28 | In this first part of a two-part series, I delve deep into Heavy Hobby’s range of 3D printed scale model accessories. You can get these products via Hobby Hives, which has outlets in China, Japan and Canada.Browse the range, compare prices and see the extensive selection of what’s on offer here:http://www.hobbyhives.comhobbyhives.com/en-ca/collections/3d-printedIn this first film, I dissect a selection of their range, from diorama accessories to German armour products and some allied references - all in 1/35th scale.A big thank you to World Hobby Gala for supplying the samples on behalf of Hobby Hives. Full discloser: the supplier very kindly sent these samples to me for review, free of charge. Here’s what I looked at and the timestamp. Suffice to say, these are top-tier items which blew me away in terms of quality. I was really quite impressed...02:40 - Civilian Air Conditioner External Unit 3502503:24 - Plastic Beer Box 3502703:44 - Plastic Storage Basket 3502805:01 - Vehicle Tool Set For Panther Ausf. D 35028PE05:52 - Vehicle Tool Set For Panther Ausf. G 3500906:20 - Brackets of Spare Track For Pz.Kpfw. Panther 3501506:31 - Tool Storage Bucket A Panther Ausf. A & Ausf. D 3501007:25 - Bosch Camouflage Headlight 3500508:03 - Notek Camouflage Headlight and Convoy Light 3500608:23 - Clamps Pro For Tank 3500408:48 - Fire Extinguisher Late War 3501409:26 - WWII British Aerial Base A 35029 and B 3503009:51 - WWII US Army Sherman VVSS Suspension Tracks T-51 PT-3505110:21 - WWII Britain Cromwell Tank Tracks PT-3502411:02 - Tiger II Tool Buckle 3501211:05 - Lifting Hooks Type A 3500211:11 - Brackets For Tiger II 35003Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2022 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
PHEW! KING TIGER IS DONE! TIMED CHALLENGE - #3 Scale War Machines 2022-02-25 | Well that was a blast. How long did it take me to finish the King Tiger as part of this timed challenge? Watch to find out in this third and final part of our painting challenge. Not really a “How To” video but an experiment using a 1/35th scale Tamiya King Tiger Tank made by my friend Herbie.If you recall, he asked me to paint the model and we decided to time how long it would take to finish the paint job. I had thought about splitting this video up into one hour to two hour chunks, as explained in parts 1 and 2, but I decided to condense it all into one final episode, so I can move on to other projects.The pressure is still on, as I try to get the best effects quickly and work to remedy any errors or experiments that went a bit wrong or which didn't quite turn out as intended. This instalment covers the final hours of modelling and the following techniques:Pumice WashesChippingFiltersOilsAttaching wheels and tracksAirbrush stipplingWeathering effects and moistureSealing and final touchesThis series is all about painting and weathering and how to achieve it. It is highly personal and subjective of course but our goal was to loosely match a photo of a King Tiger model - so the paint scheme and markings are fictional.Thanks to Paul “Herbie” Herbert for allowing his model to be part of this experiment.#scalewarmachines#weathering#paintingmodelsPlease mention us or this review if buying any products. As you will see, I reached for whatever was at hand, so this project uses an assortment of different paints including, Lifecolor, AK, Mig, Ammo, Abteilung 502, Vallejo, Wilder and more.Enjoy!Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2021 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
IS PRE-SHADED PAINT A WASTE OF TIME???? TIMED CHALLENGE - #2 Scale War Machines 2021-11-26 | Is pre-shading really worth the hassle? Good question! Watch this video to decide for yourself. We resume with the second part of our timed painting challenge. Not really a “How To” video but an experiment using a 1/35th scale Tamiya King Tiger Tank made by my friend Herbie.He asked me to paint the model and we decided to time how long it would take to finish the paint job. Just like last time, with the pressure on, there’ll be plenty of mistakes and rushed painting along the way. I did the bulk of the painting and showed Herbie various techniques and products when it came to applying a base coat and a camo scheme. This instalment covers the next couple of hours of modelling and the following techniques:Base CoatsCamo SchemesFading and highlightingDecals and dry transfersPainting tracks and accessories.This series is all about painting and weathering and how to achieve it. It is highly personal and subjective, of course, but our goal was to loosely match a photo of a King Tiger model - so the paint scheme and markings are fictional.You can find more information on some of the techniques/products seen by clicking the i link for longer single videos. Any questions, let us know in the comments. Do you think the pre-shading is worth the hassle? Write what you think below. Bye for now!Thanks to Paul “Herbie” Herbert for allowing his model to be part of this experiment.#scalewarmachines#weathering#paintingmodelsPlease mention us or this review if buying any products.Enjoy!Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2021 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
KING TIGER MODEL PAINTING - TIMED CHALLENGE - #1 Scale War Machines 2021-10-30 | It’s time to return to ScaleWar Machines after a well-earned break! We resume with the first part of our timed painting challenge. It’s not so much a “How To” video but an experiment using a 1/35th scale Tamiya King Tiger Tank made by my friend Herbie.He asked me to paint the model and we decided to time how long it would take to finish the paint job. There’ll be plenty of mistakes and rushed painting along the way but it was ultimately fun to try this out. I did the bulk of the painting and showed Herbie various techniques and products. However, he had a go and did a fair amount of the work here and there too.This series is all about painting and weathering and how to achieve it. It is highly personal and subjective of course but our goal was to loosely match a photo of a King Tiger model - so the paint scheme and markings are fictional.Painting and weathering is iterative and multi-layered as you will see. Adding some time pressure and modelling against the clock also led to some mixing of acrylic and enamel painting techniques. To speed things up, you too could try alternating between enamels and acrylics. What you see is pretty much real time, with some minor cuts here and there but the time record is 100% accurate and uses the recorded video files’ metadata as a record. In this series we will roughly cover 1hr’s modelling per 10 minutes (approx’) of video. This is the first hour or so…You can find more information on some of the techniques seen by clicking the i link for longer single videos. Any questions, let us know in the comments. Bye for now!Thanks to Paul “Herbie” Herbert for allowing his model to be part of this experiment.#scalewarmachines#weathering#paintingmodelsPlease mention us or this review if buying any products.Enjoy!Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2021 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
WHICH PLASTIC GLUE FOR YOU? PLASTIC MAGIC... Scale War Machines 2021-10-15 | Deluxe Materials offers different adhesives tailored to every modelling task. In this video, we review the most common plastic scale model glues and take a look at two new products, Plastic Magic AD77 and Plastic Magic 10-Second Cement AD83 - thereby updating a film we released a few years ago. Let's just say, we like these new glues.All these products are available from Historex Agents - http://www.historexagents.com.In the video we take a look at:Plastic Magic - AD77 - a thin liquid solvent glue that bonds most types of plastic - supplied with two precision applicator brushesPlastic Magic 10-Second Cement - AD83 - a non-toxic super thin liquid cement with 10 seconds of adjustment time - supplied with two precision applicator brushesRoket Plastic Glue - AD62 - 30ml liquid plastic cement - non-toxic & non-flammablePlastic Kit Glue - AD70 - 20ml very fast-acting plastic cementAlso in the film you'll see:Pin Flow - Solvent Glue Dispenser - AC11 - applicator especially designed for the precise control of liquid solvent glueWe use these products on a 1:48th scale Tamiya Cromwell and a 1:35th scale SKP Cromwell mixed media kit. The Cromwell(s) will feature in future build videos too.#scalemodelling#scalemodels#scalewarmachinesLINKS:Other Deluxe Materials Videos:Scenic Rust - youtu.be/eoUBvUM4mdQAqua Magic - youtu.be/N0xpTjplYPgStrip Magic & Brush Magic - youtu.be/zuNkHaE-DAQDeluxe Materials Plastic Glues & Perfect Plastic Putty youtu.be/BZkrFzURPvMDeluxe Materials Roket Super Glues - youtu.be/UaVhqIpxWvsHappy ModellingCopyright © 2021 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
LIGHTING SECRETS FOR MODEL MAKERS💡📸🎥☀️💡 Scale War Machines 2021-07-01 | Let there be light! This special guide will shed light (literally) on the tricks of the trade in terms of lighting for both modellers and your models.How can you get the most from your model space and your creations? What about photos and video?…Well, this starter guide should help you. I explain the various techniques and set-ups I have used to get good quality results and a less tiring work environment. There’s a bit of basic physics and foundational photography principles - but it is just an introduction to things like colour balance/colour temperature and subjects like software. But I show what works for me.Also, BenQ were kind enough to send me a sample WiT e-Reading Desk Lamp light which could well appeal to modellers. I thought I’d review this in the context of a film all about lighting for modellers. Other modellers have also been sent these, so check out their reviews too.Here’s the e-Reading Lamp tech specs and some links:Dual color dimable LED(2700-5700K)LampWeight: 5.8kgAvailable with base or clamp (select the variant you want)Made from aluminium alloy, zinc alloy and engineering resin50,000-hr bulb life150% wider lighting coverage and ZeroFlicker technologyBenQ Website: benq.com/en us/lamps/desklamp/desklamp.htmlAmazon Link (unaffiliated): amazon.com/BenQ-Reading-LED-Desk-Lamp/dp/B0178HLTXORRP is approximately £179 GBP at time of uploading the video.Full Disclosure: BenQ supplied the WiT e-Reading Lamp for review.I also mention some Prolite daylight bulbs like these:amazon.co.uk/Pro-Lite-energy-daylight-Snooker-Photography/dp/B003OB3C52/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=prolite+bulbs&qid=1625067973&sr=8-6Backdrops from photographic suppliers like Morco:morco.uk.comAnd Bowens/HiGlide rail systems:higlide.co.ukThis video uses some Creative Commons stock photography.I hope you enjoy this video and find it helpful, I have wanted to make a film about how I light my work for some time as I sort of had to work it all for myself over the years (albeit with some TV industry experience to guide me), to find a system that works for me.#scalewarmachines#scalemodelling#photographyEnjoy!Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2021 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
AN IMPRESSIVE CHOPPER - THE RPTOOLZ CUTTER - HOW TO GUIDE Scale War Machines 2021-04-22 | This is a review and "How To" Guide from Scale War Machines looking at a fantastic high-end tool, perfect for scratch builders and modellers - The RP Toolz Cutter.This well-engineered mitre and straight angle cutter is available from Historex Agents (http://www.historexagents.com) and comes from Hungarian manufacturer http://www.rptoolz.com.It is a great piece of precision kit. It may not suit every budget but it is a 'buy once cry once' kinda tool, which will last a lifetime.We really put it through its paces and you may think 12 minutes of chopping plastic is too much, but it was such fun to use and review, that we couldn't help ourselves.Would we buy it? Of course we would. It was kindly loaned to us by Historex Agents, but knowing us, we reckon we'll be buying it sometime pretty soon!Price (April 2021) £98.28 GBP available here:historexagents.com Click on 'find' and enter the words RPToolz CutterRPToolzRPToolz - http://rptoolz.unas.hu/en/cutterLinks to other RPToolz videos on Scale War Machines:Magnetic Figure/Model Handles - youtu.be/Zlur1A6-1F4Leaf Cutters - youtu.be/FU4f4rLJnk0Rivet Maker - youtu.be/kDvX3D300FwPhotoetch Bending Tools - youtu.be/4REEm6P54roPiranha Photoetch Tools and Roller - youtu.be/gmYsZIFDxK0Hexagonal Punch & Die - youtu.be/rDUrPcS12AoPunch & Die - youtu.be/2yZbE5QjBvwHope you enjoyed learning about the great tool.Bye!Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2021 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
REAL RUST ON YOUR MODELS????? Scale War Machines 2021-02-27 | This is a “How To” guide from http://www.scalewarmachines.com looking at Deluxe Materials Scenic Rust product. This is available from Historex Agents (http://www.historexagents.com) and from Deluxe Materials. This is a clever solution to create actual rust on your scale models or your hobby/craft projects. The set contains all you need to create a vast array of different rust effects on your models either before paint or after. The effect you get will depend on multiple factors including time, the number of applications and any other chemicals or solutions you add to the rust.Watch the video to learn all you need to know about this innovative product and how to integrate it into your entire weathering and painting process.Is it really possible to create authentic rust on your models with an out of the bottle solution that works in a matter of hours? Watch this video to find out.Enjoy!#scalewarmachines#scalemodels#weatheringThe films for beginners mentioned in the video are as follows:Enamel Chipping - youtu.be/g17kZtJcZe4Vallejo Rust and Chipping Set - youtu.be/83QTKdRvDbYVallejo Chipping Medium - youtu.be/9CNhG4H38gI Salt Chipping - youtu.be/-0EWdr6t8m0 AK Interactive Chipping Solutions - youtu.be/Gjv-0Chndl4 Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2021 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
PAINTING FIGURES FACES - EYES, SKIN, HAIR - SEAN CONNERY BUST (PART 2) Scale War Machines 2021-02-07 | This is part two of a simple non-elitist step-by-step video guide to painting figures' faces, aimed at beginners - this time we continue with the iconic movie star, Sir Sean Connery, who sadly passed away at the end of October 2020.This series will be showing how to paint a 1/10th bust for those looking to use acrylics. In this part, we explore painting the eyes, flesh or skin tones and hair. We decided to cover the uniform in a future video.Each step is shown, starting with the eyes, as well as all the phases in painting the face.This tutorial from http://www.scalewarmachines.com is aimed at AFV model makers looking to paint realistic faces for their figures. It is not a masterclass, rather a simple technique for effective results. It should be accessible and simple to follow. If you want to watch a long-winded masterclass, check out one of the expert figure painter channels on You Tube instead. But if this is your thing, make yourself cup of tea, sit back and watch.The resin bust is in 1/10th scale and is from Young Miniatures reference YM1870, it is called Red Devils Arnhem 17t Sept. 1944.I got this from http://www.historexagents.com, they supply a large range of model products.#scalewarmachines#facepainting#abridgetoofarThe films for beginners mentioned in the video are as follows:Painting Figures’ Faces (1/35th) Top Ten Tips - youtu.be/olnBs8SEqX4Painting Figures’ Faces (1/35th) using Vallejo - youtu.be/no2zBike6Q0Weathering Your Figures (1/10th) - youtu.be/hiTh7FLS1SUPainting Figures’ Faces (1/10th) Brad Pitt - youtu.be/FqMnxQ_DO9sThe product videos mentioned including Andrea's Flesh Painting set:Andrea ACS-01 Flesh Set - youtu.be/edXnAfGX8_kHistorex Kolinsky Sable Brushes - youtu.be/WttUK2xVKP8Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2021 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
BEST VALUE AIRBRUSHES EVER?! - BADGER SOTAR Scale War Machines 2021-01-15 | This is the 7th episode of our occasional series of The Airbrush Show (Series 2) by Scale War Machines (http://www.scalewarmachines.com). We’ve been focussing on lots of different subjects in 2020 and 2021, so The Airbrush Show has been quite sporadic, but it will return more often this year.In this episode, we look at some of the best value airbrushes out there, made by world-renowned American firm, Badger, including their Sotar 2020 Black and Gold “Year of the Sotar” Limited Edition airbrushes, made for fine detail work.Why such great value? Well, they only cost us, along with the 4 other brushes we will feature soon, about £78 Pounds (GBP) each! That’s incredible value for money for a "State of The Art Results" (a.k.a. Sotar) airbrush!Stay tuned to learn the backstory of how we got this amazing deal. If you want to go straight to the review of the Sotar(s) - then head directly to 06:04 and skip the backstory.These are great airbrushes, really unique and different to operate, a joy to use and they fit snuggly, almost pen-like, in your hand. They are really good at detail painting and have bunch of novel features like the easy-to-remove needle, the trigger-tensioner, the exposed needle for paint-tip-dry removal and a precisely controllable paint volume limiter.We test out both models of Sotar in a variety of ways within the video.We’re looking forward to featuring more Badger products in the future. Come and see how they perform.Technical data is in the film.To find out more, including pricing, look here:http://www.badgerairbrush.com (US)http://www.barwellbodyworks-shop.com (UK)THE best source of information is the owner/CEO of the Badger Airbrush Company, Ken Schlotfeldt via http://www.facebook.com/BadgerAirEnjoy!#scalewarmachines#theairbrushshow#badgerairbrushPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2021 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
PAINTING FIGURES FACES - SEAN CONNERY BUST (PART 1) Scale War Machines 2020-12-06 | This is a simple non-elitist step-by-step video guide to painting figures' faces - this time the iconic movie star, Sir Sean Connery, who sadly passed away at the end of October 2020.Sean Connery - 1930 - 2020 In MemoriamThis is intended for beginners and will be a two-part series showing how to paint a 1/10th bust for those looking to use acrylics.In part one every step is shown starting with the preparation and priming, as well as using Vallejo Surface primers to block out the main colours.This is a summary of the techniques we have picked up along the way. So this tutorial from http://www.scalewarmachines.com is aimed at AFV model makers looking to paint realistic faces for their figures. It is not a masterclass, rather a simple technique for effective results. It should be accessible and simple to follow. If you want to watch a long-winded masterclass, check out one of the expert figure painter channels on You Tube instead. But if this is your thing, make yourself cup of tea, sit back and watch.The resin bust is in 1/10th scale and is from Young Miniatures reference YM1870, it is called Red Devils Arnhem 17t Sept. 1944.I got this from http://www.historexagents.com, they supply a large range of model products.#scalewarmachines#facepainting#abridgetoofarPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2020 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
VIETNAM DIORAMA #4 - M113 ACAV DONE & DUSTED!!!! Scale War Machines 2020-11-22 | I had hoped to finish this in the UK’s first lockdown from March to May, but I finished it in the UK’s second and current lockdown in October/November 2020!The good news is the Vietnam M113 ACAV diorama is complete, well I’m calling it finished as I want to move on. Yes, there’s more that could be done, but it’s pretty much there. This time, in the fourth and final installment of the Academy M113 ACAV Vietnam diorama in 1/35th scale. I tackle the final assembly, finishing, accessorising and weathering, including the figures and Vietnamese cart and the oxen from Callsign Models. Also used are J’s Diorama paper plant accessories.Many of these products seen in the videos are available from http://www.historexagents.com, http://www.airbrushes.com and http:/www.deluxematerials.co.uk. See below for more details.#vietnammodels#diorama#scalewarmachinesPart One of this series can be seen here:youtu.be/loPDZPfHcFkPart Two of this series can be seen here:youtu.be/yJNIiHf9CEgPart Three of this series can be seen here:youtu.be/obDNYJodDb8Many of the products featured in this series have been reviewed before and you can see some of the videos here:Aves Apoxie Sculptyoutu.be/y5k6U62GP0cRPToolz Leaf Punchesyoutu.be/FU4f4rLJnk0RPToolz Rivets Makeryoutu.be/kDvX3D300FwThe Small Shop Nutter Toolyoutu.be/IxhDQSbv2UsWilder Productsyoutu.be/kqTK3o4_1SsAber Photoetched Accessoriesyoutu.be/a0CvZp7k614Reality In Scale Diorama Accessoriesyoutu.be/7q0O5nB6qi4youtu.be/EKNiCG2qtm0Deluxe Materials Productsyoutu.be/EKNiCG2qtm0youtu.be/BZkrFzURPvMyoutu.be/zuNkHaE-DAQyoutu.be/N0xpTjplYPgLifecolor Paintsyoutu.be/3ru576Hwr1kyoutu.be/J1OXmYeRoscyoutu.be/wk2kWgOQUKEyoutu.be/wFnDAw_0L_oyoutu.be/0qU_7scahNkCheck out the full LifeColor range over at http://www.airbrushes.com. With over 70 years in airbrushing, they have expert advice paired with an unbeatable stock of airbrush products.Andrea Paintsyoutube.com/watch?v=edXnAfGX8_kVallejo Paintsyoutu.be/_d3e__zE4dUVietnamese Civilians and Cart from Callsign Models:youtu.be/tt-pSJEmcfsMany of these products are available from:http://www.historexagents.com/ytPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesMusic:Eastminster Music Credit 00:15 to 01:44Eastminster by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100719Artist: http://incompetech.comCopyright © 2020 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
NO MORE BRASS? 3D PRINTED MODEL ACCESSORIES Scale War Machines 2020-11-08 | Ever get tired or frustrated with fiddly bits of photoetch brass for your scale models? Well, the new technology of 3D printing is starting to make inroads into our hobby.This is a video review and how to guide for MJ Miniatures new 3d-Printed tool clamps in 1/35th scale.We review two samples sent to us by Historex Agents (http://www.historexagents.com). One set is: 1/35 WWII GERMAN CLAMP TOOL SET MJEZ35001And the other set is:1/35 WWII US CLAMP TOOL SET MJEZ35002Both these sets and more are available from Historex Agents and we thank them for the sample.You can find out more about the manufacturer here:https://www.mj-miniatures.co.kr/Within this video various other products can be seen and we have made videos about these too.Aber Photoetch Accessories: youtu.be/a0CvZp7k614Small Shop Hold and Fold Photoetch Tools: youtu.be/h4KqmeacTwwDeluxe Materials Superglues: youtu.be/UaVhqIpxWvs#3Dprinting#scalemodelling#scalewarmachinesPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2020 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
A GREAT SCALE MODELLING DIORAMA BOOK - DIORAMA PROJECT 1.1 - REVIEW Scale War Machines 2020-10-25 | If you love making scale model dioramas, this book should appeal to you. It's a new book release from Acción Press of Spain, who you may know from the Panzer Aces magazine or paint series. Their paper cover Diorama Project 1.1 book is the first in a range of books taking a really detailed look at the creation of a series of varied and highly-detailed 1/35th scale model dioramas.With more in the series, this first release looks at the vehicles and is called AFVs at War. It offers up the assembly, construction, painting and weathering of the six vehicles within each separate diorama scenario.You will find plenty of detailed photos, step-by-step images and text explaining the entire process. It includes lots of tips and lots of tricks via top-tier photography and layout.To find out more, have a watch and you can purchase here at http://www.historexagents.com/yt.And yes, we love to wear gloves when we read books, it's the way we roll. #scalemodelling#dioramas#scalewarmachinesPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2020 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
THATS IT! ITS FINALLY OVER! CHANNEL UPDATE Scale War Machines 2020-10-18 | Apologies for the audio on this video, radio mic was playing up as usual!Hello! We're back, yes it's been a busy few months since we last posted a video. A lot has been happening since July, in fact, over the whole summer. The good news is, it is finally all over and I can ease myself back into running Scale War Machines.This update video features news on what has been going on, what the plan is for Scale War Machines and what arrived to fill the mailbag over the last few months.You'll find the following brands featured in this video (full disclosure: I mention which are samples and which aren't).http://www.andreaeurope.comhttp://www.ak-interactive.comhttp://www.dominomodel.behttp://www.missionmodelsus.comhttp://www.tankraft.comhttp://www.historexagents.comhttp://www.harder-airbrush.euhttp://www.badgerairbrush.comhttp://www.airbrushes.comhttp://www.iwata-airbrush.comI also mentioned the following videos:Shelf Queen Videos:youtu.be/raFc2uMuHQ0youtu.be/egPGHZa9VwQLife Miniatures Review: youtu.be/_lOxXLJRh1wPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2020 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
LOVELY LADIES FROM LIFE MINIATURES Scale War Machines 2020-07-29 | Life Miniatures New ReleasesIn this unboxing & review we look at the latest releases as of April 2020 from Korean manufacturer Life Miniatures.The references are as follows (Including the scale) - all are resin figures/busts from a top-quality manufacturer.Mirai Humanoid Cyborg Assassin AD20741/12th LIFE MINIATURES (LMFUB001)Stand Alone1/12th LIFE MINIATURES (LMFUB002)Queen1/10th LIFE MINIATURES (LMFUB003)Surrounded1/10th LIFE MINIATURES (LMFUB004)Violence Under the Skin1/12th LIFE MINIATURES (LMFUB005)Bad Blood BustLIFE MINIATURES (LMFUB006)Bad Blood 290mm LIFE MINIATURES (LMFUS002)Have a look at the video & see what you think.These are available from us at http://www.historexagents.com/yt. Thanks to them for the review samples.Hope you find this useful.
PAINTING FIGURES FACES - 10 TOP TIPS YOU NEED TO KNOW Scale War Machines 2020-06-26 | It’s time to update one of more popular videos on face painting for scale models and figures or busts. This is a reworked and updated video on painting 1/35th scale figures which has been made for Derrel Eves 30-day Creator Challenge.Our previous 2013 video on painting 1/35th scale figures with Vallejo Acrylics is here: youtu.be/no2zBike6Q0This is a simple non-elitist step-by-step “Top 10 Tips” video guide to painting figures' faces using Vallejo's excellent Model Color range. It’s aimed at everyday figure painting and our background is predominantly armour modelling. Experimenting with painting busts has definitely changed the way we paint 1/35th scale figures. Here's how...This beginner tutorial from http://www.scalewarmachines.com is aimed at novice modellers & AFV model makers looking to paint realistic faces for their figures. It is not a masterclass, rather a simple 10 tip technique for effective results. It should be accessible and simple to follow for beginners and intermediates alikes. If you want to watch a long-winded masterclass, check out one of the expert figure painter channels on You Tube instead. We have tried to add alternative techniques for those of you who do not use airbrushes.We hope you enjoy this and that it inspires you to try your hand at the tips.Visit http://www.scalewarmachines.com for more videos like this.Other videos that may be useful or which are mentioned in the film:You may also enjoy our build series on another Young Miniatures bust of an 82nd Airborne Paratrooper from D-Day. including face painting:Here is part #1: youtu.be/4PfeXUevOk0Weathering Your Figures (1/10th Scale WW1 Tommy by Young Miniatures)youtu.be/hiTh7FLS1SUArcher Eyeball Transfers (1/9th Scale Rommel Bust by Verlinden)youtu.be/E9qAG9wxeAQAndrea Flesh Paint Set Reviewyoutu.be/edXnAfGX8_kPainting Face and Uniforms on a Knight Templar (Two Parts)youtu.be/rVki9UElsu8youtu.be/KcCAbPTJZeARP Toolz Magnetic and Figure Handle Toolsyoutu.be/Zlur1A6-1F4Last Cavalry Historical Toys and Hobbies You Tube Channelyoutube.com/user/LastCavalryHobbies#scalewarmachines#facepainting#scalemodellingPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2020 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
VIETNAM DIORAMA #3 - VEGETATION, CART AND OXEN Scale War Machines 2020-05-30 | Well, lockdown is easing in the UK and I haven’t even scratched the surface of my shelf queen pile. But, a lot of work has been going on behind the scenes working on the You Tube workshop and renovating Scale War Machines towers - so its been busy. This time, in the third instalment of the Academy M113 ACAV Vietnam diorama in 1/35th scale, I tackle making Vietnam vegetation using Reality In Scale jungle plant sets. I paint them and then paint the resin models, including the Vietnamese cart and the cows from Callsign Models.#vietnammodels#scalemodelling#scalewarmachinesPart One of this series can be seen here:youtu.be/loPDZPfHcFkPart Two of this series can be seen here:youtu.be/yJNIiHf9CEgMany of the products featured in this series have been reviewed before and you can see the videos here:Aves Apoxie Sculptyoutu.be/y5k6U62GP0cRPToolz Leaf Punchesyoutu.be/FU4f4rLJnk0RPToolz Rivets Makeryoutu.be/kDvX3D300FwThe Small Shop Nutter Toolyoutu.be/IxhDQSbv2UsWilder Productsyoutu.be/kqTK3o4_1SsAber Photoetched Accessoriesyoutu.be/a0CvZp7k614Reality In Scale Diorama Accessoriesyoutu.be/7q0O5nB6qi4youtu.be/EKNiCG2qtm0Deluxe Materials Productsyoutu.be/EKNiCG2qtm0youtu.be/BZkrFzURPvMyoutu.be/zuNkHaE-DAQyoutu.be/N0xpTjplYPgVietnamese Civilians and Cart from Callsign Models:youtu.be/tt-pSJEmcfsMany of these products are available from:http://www.historexagents.com/ytPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2020 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
VIETNAM DIORAMA #2 - BUILDING TERRAIN & GROUND WORK Scale War Machines 2020-05-06 | Time for the next steps in my personal battle with unfinished shelf queens and enforced isolation! In this second part of the Academy M113 ACAV Vietnam diorama in 1/35th scale, I tackle making simple terrain using foam board and creating terrain features such as grass and mud as the scenery begins to take shape. I also finish off some of the figures by adding laces to the plastic and sculpted figures from Part One and constructing the resin figures and cart from Callsign Models.It includes advice on creating terrain features, sculpting mud and adapting stock plastic figures for vehicles and dioramas.#vietnammodels#scalemodelling#scalewarmachinesPart One of this series can be seen here:youtu.be/loPDZPfHcFkMany of the products featured in this series have been reviewed before and you can see the videos here:Aves Apoxie Sculptyoutu.be/y5k6U62GP0cRPToolz Leaf Punchesyoutu.be/FU4f4rLJnk0RPToolz Rivets Makeryoutu.be/kDvX3D300FwThe Small Shop Nutter Toolyoutu.be/IxhDQSbv2UsWilder Productsyoutu.be/kqTK3o4_1SsAber Photoetched Accessoriesyoutu.be/a0CvZp7k614Reality In Scale Diorama Accessoriesyoutu.be/7q0O5nB6qi4youtu.be/EKNiCG2qtm0Deluxe Materials Productsyoutu.be/EKNiCG2qtm0youtu.be/BZkrFzURPvMyoutu.be/zuNkHaE-DAQyoutu.be/N0xpTjplYPgVietnamese Civilians and Cart from Callsign Models:youtu.be/tt-pSJEmcfsMany of these products are available from:http://www.historexagents.com/ytPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2020 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
VIETNAM DIORAMA #1 - CUSTOMISING SCALE MODEL FIGURES Scale War Machines 2020-04-15 | As I try and work my way through all those shelf queens we saw in the last two videos, I've decided to use this period to get some finished starting by grouping them in "themes”. The one that inspired me the most to get going was Vietnam.So this video shows the Academy’s M113 ACAV in 1/35th scale and looks at integrating figures into a diorama.It includes advice on creating custom figures and adapting stock plastic figures for vehicles and dioramas. If you want to sculpt figures this could help you.Part One will deal with figures and next time will be civilian resin figures and the making the ground work.#gotstash#scalemodelling#scalewarmachinesPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2020 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
SCALE WAR MACHINES - MORE UNFINISHED BUSINESS! Scale War Machines 2020-04-01 | Time for another behind-the-scenes look at Scale War Machines and my cunning plan for living like a hermit over the coming months. More shelf queens...the horror...will I ever finish these now????#scalemodelling#scalewarmachines#whatsonthebenchPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2020 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
SCALE WAR MACHINES LOCKDOWN #1 - SHELF QUEENS Scale War Machines 2020-03-27 | Time for the (Vorona_cirus) Chronicles #1.Just me, alone, isolating, by myself. No we, no us, for the time being. Little old me.A behind-the-scenes look at Scale War Machines and our plan for dealing with the UK's current regulations for anti-social modelling.#scalemodelling#scalewarmachines#gotabigstashPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2020 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
THE SECRET TO USING LIFECOLOR PAINTS - WEATHERING & PAINTING TANKS IN OLIVE DRAB Scale War Machines 2020-02-26 | Hello again. After a busy February here is a new "Quick Build & Paint" following the construction and painting of Tamiya's excellent Char B1Bis (German Version Reference #35287) repurposed by the Free French in the Royan Pocket fighting in WW2.Follow the complete painting and weathering process from A to B in this 30-minute film. The main part of the video deals with getting the most from the excellent but somewhat fiddly Lifecolor acrylic paint ranges. Airbrushing them can be helped with the aid of a secret weapon.Watch all of the paint stages. We also used Lifecolor Tensocroms, oils and enamels and we used Tamiya Clear paints as well as some Vallejo acrylic products.You can find more information on some of the products and techniques seen here:Mr. Surfacer - youtu.be/g2nI8bogQ8ADecal your models - youtu.be/pIOnRsuP76wArcher Surface Details - youtu.be/ryqtkcs7QWcJohnsons Klear - youtu.be/qodxhGy2-L8Enamel Chipping - youtu.be/g17kZtJcZe4Lifecolor Tensocroms - youtu.be/J1OXmYeRoscPainting and weathering a model with Lifecolor products only - youtu.be/wFnDAw_0L_oDrybrushing - youtu.be/kRyy_Ecu92EAny questions, let us know in the comments. Bye for now!#scalewarmachines#weathering#paintingmodelsPlease mention us or this review if buying any products. Many of these products are available from http://www.airbrushes.com who kindly supplied them as samples to Scale War Machines.Enjoy!Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2020 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
RPTOOLZ MAGNETIC HANDLES - THE TOOL OF 2019 Scale War Machines 2020-01-26 | This product is our tool of 2019!Here's an unboxing from http://www.scalewarmachines.com - the home of model making videos, articles & archive films.This time we look at the RPToolz Magnetic Handles and their Figure Handle (with collet and chuck) sets for holding your work pieces for painting, finishing or detailing - all available from http://www.historexagents.com/yt.RPToolz Product page: http://www.historexagents.com/historexlink.php?SupplierCode=RP These well-made tools are very nicely engineered with annodised CNC made contoured aluminium handles. There is a perspex base plate which makes it all extremely sturdy. Magnets secure your work piece on the magnetic handles. The chuck, meanwhile, will hold all sorts of figures or busts.The RPMag-50 is intended for 1/72nd or 1/48th subjects whilst the RPMag-60 is for 1/35th, 1/32nd or 1/24th models. The boxes come with either 8mm or 10mm magnets on the handle and 10 steel discs which go inside the model. There are more steel discs sold separately and you will need 2 per model.What to know more & find out how to use it? Then have a look at our video review.Thanks for watching. This is highly recommended!RPToolz Leaf Punches - youtu.be/FU4f4rLJnk0RPToolz Rivet Maker - youtu.be/kDvX3D300FwRPToolz PE Bending Tool - youtu.be/4REEm6P54roRPToolz Punch & Die - youtu.be/2yZbE5QjBvwRPToolz Piranha Series - youtu.be/gmYsZIFDxK0RPToolz Hexagonal Punch & Die - youtu.be/rDUrPcS12Ao#scalewarmachines#rptoolz#scalemodellingPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2020 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
PAINTING A KNIGHT TEMPLAR (VALLEJO BLACK AND WHITE SET) - SCALE MODEL GUIDE PART 2 Scale War Machines 2020-01-16 | We have returned to editing videos after a nasty viral cold slowed production in December and early January. But we’re back with a new video for a new year.After our last video update on face painting for figures or busts, featuring a 1/10th scale Young Miniatures resin bust of a Knight Templar in Jerusalem (YH1827), we asked if you wanted to see more. Many of you were kind enough to ask to see the painting of the whole bust and we are happy to oblige.The part one (the face and beard) of this bust but is visible here:youtu.be/rVki9UElsu8In this “How To” video come review, we experiment with painting a medieval Knight Templar (who looks a lot like Sean Connery). To do this, we needed to paint white and black. So rather than a proper “How To” step-by-step guide, this is more of a review of Vallejo’s White and Black set that we unboxed some years back for Vallejo.There are links in the video this and other videos we mention - with useful techniques and products - click on the i symbol when you see it.Our other video for 1/35th scale figures is here: youtu.be/no2zBike6Q0Whilst another video on 1/10th scale faces is available here:youtu.be/FqMnxQ_DO9sYou may also enjoy our build series playlist on another Young Miniatures bust of an 82nd Airborne Paratrooper from D-Day. including face painting:Here is part #1: youtu.be/4PfeXUevOk0This is not a masterclass, rather a simple technique for effective results. It should be accessible and simple to follow even for beginners. If you want to watch a long-winded masterclass, check out one of the expert figure painter channels on You Tube instead. We hope you enjoy this and that it inspires you to try your hand at a larger scale bust or figure.Visit http://www.scalewarmachines.com for more videos like this. #scalewarmachines#facepainting#knighttemplarPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2020 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
PAINTING FIGURES FACES - STEP BY STEP - BEARDS Scale War Machines 2019-11-24 | Continuing the series of updates to one of our more popular videos on face painting for scale models and figures or busts, this film is once again with a 1/10th scale Young Miniatures resin bust of a Knight Templar in Jerusalem, who happens to look a bit like Sean Connery (YH1827). As it's Movember (Google it), it felt fitting to deal with the prickly issue of facial hair and beards.Our other video for 1/35th scale figures' faces is here: youtu.be/no2zBike6Q0Whilst our other video on 1/10th scale faces is available here:youtu.be/FqMnxQ_DO9sThis is a simple non-elitist step-by-step video guide to painting figures' faces with beards/facial hair using Vallejo's excellent Model Color range. This is aimed at everyday figure painting and our background is armour modelling. We have only really got into figure painting with busts relatively recently. This is a summary of the techniques we have picked up along the way. So this tutorial from http://www.scalewarmachines.com is aimed at beginner modellers & AFV model makers looking to paint realistic faces for their figures. It is not a masterclass, rather a simple technique for effective results. It should be accessible and simple to follow even for beginners. If you want to watch a long-winded masterclass, check out one of the expert figure painter channels on You Tube instead. We hope you enjoy this and that it inspires you to try your hand at a larger scale bust or figure.If you want to see how we painted the torso, uniform (tabard and shield), let us know in the comments.Visit http://www.scalewarmachines.com for more videos like this. You may also enjoy our build series on another Young Miniatures bust of an 82nd Airborne Paratrooper from D-Day. including face painting:Here is part #1: youtu.be/4PfeXUevOk0#scalewarmachines#facepainting#templarknightPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
TANK MODELLER VOLUME #1 REVIEW Scale War Machines 2019-11-24 | Welcome to a review of new series of soft back bookazines from Modelling Books. This is Tankmödeller Volume #1 - 1/48th Scale and the name comes from the editor Murat özgur.We take a peek inside this high-quality series of beautifully laid out modelling books. There are six 1/48th scale builds from renowned modellers. These are single display models built to the highest quality. In the 88 or so pages are excellent photographic builds with helpful text containing history and the stages of the model builds.Have a look to see more.They are available from http://www.historexagents.com/ytThanks and enjoy.#scalewarmachines#AFVmodelling#weatheringPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
PAINTING FIGURES FACES - STEP BY STEP - BUSTS Scale War Machines 2019-10-25 | Time to update one of our more popular "How To" step-by-step videos on face painting for scale models and figures or busts. This one is with a 1/10th scale Young Miniatures resin bust of Brad Pitt from the movie Fury (YM1852).Our other previous video for 1/35th scale figures is here: youtu.be/no2zBike6Q0Or why not check out another video in painting 1/10th scale busts:youtu.be/rVki9UElsu8This is a simple non-elitist step-by-step video guide to painting figures' faces using Vallejo's excellent Model Color range. This is aimed at everyday figure painting and our background is armour modelling. We have only really got into figure painting with busts relatively recently. This is a summary of the techniques we have picked up along the way. So this tutorial from http://www.scalewarmachines.com is aimed at beginner modellers & AFV model makers looking to paint realistic faces for their figures. It is not a masterclass, rather a simple technique for effective results. It should be accessible and easy to follow, even for beginners. If you want to watch a long-winded masterclass, check out one of the expert figure painter channels on You Tube instead. We hope you enjoy this and that it inspires you to try your hand at a larger scale bust or figure.Visit http://www.scalewarmachines.com for more videos like this. You may also enjoy our build series on another Young Miniatures bust of an 82nd Airborne Paratrooper from D-Day. including face painting:Here is part #1: youtu.be/4PfeXUevOk0 and you can then follow the playlist for parts #2 to #4.Enjoy!#scalewarmachines#figurepainting#furyPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
REVIEW: MR BLACK SCALE MODEL HANDBOOKS THEME COLLECTIONS Scale War Machines 2019-09-28 | Want to get all the Mr. Black Scale Model Handbooks articles that match your own area of figure painting or historical interest? Then these new Theme Collections are for you. They are available from http://www.historexagents.com/yt - these semi-hardback books come from all the "Diorama" and “Figure” ranges & contain about 80 pages each.Mr. Black is the creation of a very well-respected figure painter & lends its name to this collection of inspiring "bookazines" - the Scale Model Handbook range. These references are digitally printed on high quality 300gsm paper for covers and 150gsm for the smooth and satin pages. All come with a high-strength binding.These are top-quality works by expert modellers & are illustrated with excellent photography & high-grade step-by-step instructional articles. If you want to improve your figure painting & diorama builds, then look no further than these. There’s four special edition volumes available initially, WW2 German, Knights and Crusades, Ancient Warfare and World War One.A really impressive feature is not only the visual layout but also the concept. Each book has a series of articles, each looking at a particular area, challenge, problem or field of the figure painting & diorama discipline.Thanks to http://www.historexagents.com for the review samples.Hope you enjoy this review and yes we wear gloves to look at books (weird huh?).#scalewarmachines#tipsandtech#mrblackpublicationsPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
SCALE WAR MACHINES CHANNEL UPDATE Scale War Machines 2019-09-27 | Here's a bit of mix of Made This Month and a Zero Two Thirty channel update. Watch this to see what we've got in the pipeline for forthcoming videos.Thanks and enjoy.#scalewarmachines#latestnews#channelupdatePlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
HOW TO PAINT & WEATHER TANKS - TAMIYA B1 BIS SCALE MODEL GUIDE #2 Scale War Machines 2019-08-28 | The summer holidays are over and it’s time to come back after a well-earned break! We resume with the second and final part of our “How To” video on the 1/35th scale Tamiya Char B1 bis French Main Battle Tank (Reference #282).This part is all about weathering and how to achieve it. It is highly personal and subjective, of course, but our goal was to match the archive footage of the real tank in 1940.Weathering is iterative and multi-layered as you will see. To speed things up, try alternating between enamels and acrylics and using a hairdryer. What you see is pretty much real time as this method allows you to press on and keep working without worrying that you will undo previous work.Follow the complete painting and weathering process from A to B in this film. Watch the build and all of the paint/weathering/finishing stages. We used Mig Productions, Tamiya, AK, Vallejo, Lifecolor and Humbrol products to name a few. As you can see we are pretty disloyal and agnostic and use whichever paint brand or product is to hand or that we particularly like for a certain task.No sealing occurred between effects unless shown. So you do not need to seal with varnish if you don't care to.You can find more information on some of the techniques seen by clicking the i link for longer single videos. Any questions, let us know in the comments. Bye for now!#scalewarmachines#weathering#paintingmodelsPlease mention us or this review if buying any products.Enjoy!Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
HOW TO PAINT & WEATHER TANKS - TAMIYA B1 BIS SCALE MODEL GUIDE #1 Scale War Machines 2019-07-28 | Time for a new two-part “How To” video on the 1/35th scale Tamiya Char B1 bis French Main Battle Tank Plastic Kit (Reference #282).The kit is great and went together well. Added details came from the Panzerart aftermarket upgrade set (we think!) and scratch building.Follow the complete painting and weathering process from A to Z in this two-part film. This part is the painting, decaling and sealing. Part two will look at detailed weathering.Watch the build and all of the paint stages. We used Tamiya and some Lifecolor and Vallejo acrylic products.You can find more information on some of the products and techniques seen here:Mr. Surfacer - youtu.be/g2nI8bogQ8ADecal your models - youtu.be/pIOnRsuP76wArcher Surface Details - youtu.be/ryqtkcs7QWcJohnsons Klear - youtu.be/qodxhGy2-L8Silly Putty Masking - youtu.be/v31Jk6CL9PEAny questions, let us know in the comments. Bye for now!#scalewarmachines#weathering#paintingmodelsPlease mention us or this review if buying any products.Enjoy!Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
INIFINI MODEL HIGH-QUALITY SCALE MODELLING ACCESSORIES (CUTTING MATS & SANDING PRODUCTS) REVIEW Scale War Machines 2019-07-13 | We were sent some samples of some excellent products from a Korean brand that is new to us, Infini Model. They were kindly supplied by Premium Hobbies in the UK.You can buy these here:http://www.premiumhobbies.co.ukhttp://www.premiumhobbies.co.uk/infini-easy-cuttinghttp://www.premiumhobbies.co.uk/abrasives/infini-model-sanding-sticks-full-set-of-8http://www.premiumhobbies.co.uk/abrasives/infini-model-matador-soft-sanding-sticks-full-set-of-8Perhaps the most impressive products were the bright orange lexan cutting mats which come in four designs labelled Type A to D. All of them allow you to cut masking tape with extreme precision in a whole host of sizes and shapes. This will allow you to cut masks, straps, intricate designs and much more. It really is an innovative idea with 101 uses. However, because this tool is so precise, don’t think of these as ordinary cutting mats or you will ruin them. They all have laser cut grooves or indentations that allow the cutting blade to be guided to the shape of the cutting mat designs - and there are loads of them across the four types. Very useful indeed and a pleasure to use and review.The second part of the film looks at the more overlooked everyday essentials available from Infini Model - sanding accessories. They make a range of high-quality wet and dry sanding products from precision soft sticks to thicker softback pads and flatter pads or sheets. All have the abrasive bonded via high voltage induction for a longer life. The abrasive papers used are manufactured by Matador of Germany. These were well designed and a joy to use. The multipacks we tested are a great way to take a finish from rough to mirror-like shine using all the grades. However, you can also buy these in smaller packs. We will certainly use these in future videos and you will see them put to good use as a long-term test.#scalewarmachines#workbench#infinimodelPlease mention us or this review if buying any products.Enjoy!Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
PAINTING & WEATHERING GERMAN VEHICLES - AL.BY PANHARD AMD-178 MODULATION AK INTERACTIVE REAL COLORS Scale War Machines 2019-06-26 | Another “Build and Paint” video for you. This time it is the old Al.By 1/35th Scale plastic kit of the French Panhard AMD178 armoured car in German colours. We decided to use a technique called modulation on this build and along with AK Interactive’s Real Colors, set out to create another Dunkelgelb uniform paint scheme that was still visually interesting and three-dimensional.Called Build and Paint, these longer films show most principle steps in one single longer video. We have settled on a running commentary as this seems popular. There are still the text slates up to see, so if you don’t like the commentary or music, you can switch it off.The kit, is simple and uncomplicated, being of the “short-run” type. Nevertheless, you can find this exact same kit reboxed by Dragon too. We added after-market resin wheels from Hussar Productions and a brass barrel from Schatton Modellbau. That rectified most of the kit’s weaknesses.Watch the build and all of the paint stages. We used AK Interactive, Lifecolor, Wilder, Tamiya and other products.Sit back, grab a drink and watch pretty much everything we did to get the final finish.You will see the following products in the film:Tamiya extra thin liquid cement glue.We also used Deluxe Materials modelling products extensively.You can find more information on some of the products and techniques seen using these links:AK Interactive Real Colors - youtu.be/isxAwX8BeuMLifecolor Tensocroms - youtu.be/J1OXmYeRoscLifecolor Liquid Pigments - youtu.be/wk2kWgOQUKEWilder weathering products - youtu.be/kqTK3o4_1Ss Deluxe Materials superglues and adhesives - youtu.be/BZkrFzURPvM , youtu.be/UaVhqIpxWvsAs these videos take longer, the frequency of our videos has reduced a bit lately. We would rather focus on making instructional videos that are popular rather than sticking rigidly to a release schedule set in stone. We have had a run of these Build and Paint films lately and we have more in the bank, but we will release some shorter videos soon over the summer.Any questions, let us know in the comments. Bye for now!#scalewarmachines#weathering#paintingmodelsPlease mention us or this review if buying any products.Enjoy!Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
PAINTING & WEATHERING GERMAN TANKS - HOBBY BOSS LEOPARD VK1602 IN DUNKELGELB - LIFECOLOR ACRYLICS Scale War Machines 2019-05-27 | Slightly later than we planned, it's time for another complete paint job, this time of the Hobby Boss 1/35th scale Leopard VK1602 (Paper Panzer) tank. Called Build and Paint, these longer films show most principle steps in one single longer video. This time, we are continuing to experiment with adding a running commentary: let us know if you think it works. There are still the text slates up to see, so if you don’t like the commentary or music, you can switch it off.The kit, is great and went together well. The plastic tracks are a right pain however. We customised it a bit and added our own touches like some aftermarket smoke canisters and WW2 German antennas from Riich Model.Watch the build and all of the paint stages. We used Lifecolor acrylic products in the main, with some weathering painting done with Wilder enamel washes.As it's a national holiday here in the UK, why not sit back, grab a drink and watch pretty much everything we did to get the final finish.See the following products in the filmTamiya extra thin liquid cement glueLifecolor acrylic paint sets (available from: http://www.airbrushes.com)You can find more information on some of the products and techniques seen here:Mr. Surfacer - youtu.be/g2nI8bogQ8ALifecolor Tensocroms - youtu.be/J1OXmYeRoscLifecolor Liquid Pigments - youtu.be/wk2kWgOQUKEWilder weathering products - youtu.be/kqTK3o4_1Ss Sparmax Max-4 Airbrush - youtu.be/GdxoElU06y4Deluxe Materials superglues and adhesives - youtu.be/BZkrFzURPvM , youtu.be/UaVhqIpxWvsAny questions, let us know in the comments. Bye for now!#scalewarmachines#weathering#paintingmodelsPlease mention us or this review if buying any products. All of these products are available from http://www.airbrushes.com who supplied them as samples to Scale War Machines.Enjoy!Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
PAINTING & WEATHERING MODERN CAMO - TIGER MODEL VBL FINISHED WITH TAMIYA PAINTS (FULL BUILD & PAINT) Scale War Machines 2019-04-27 | Time for the complete paint job of the Tiger Model 1/35th scale French VBL (Véhicule Blindé Léger) armoured car. Called Build and Paint, these longer films show most principle steps in one single longer video. This time, we experimented with adding a running commentary. Let us know if you think it works. There are still the text slates up to see, so if you don’t like the commentary or music, you can switch it off.The kit, which was kindly supplied by Tiger Model, is great and went together well. We customised it a bit and added our own touches.Watch the build and all of the paint stages. We used Tamiya products in the main, with some painting done with Vallejo acrylics. You’ll see Tamiya enamels as well as the more usual acrylics. Plus, we get to use lots of fun accessories on the inside.Sit back, grab a drink and watch pretty much everything we did to get the final finish.See the following products in the filmTamiya extra thin liquid cement glueTamiya white liquid surface primer, Nato acrylics, enamels and diorama texture paintAccessories where created with Tamiya Quick Type Putty - youtu.be/UFfTsor-y_ITamiya Clear Paints - youtu.be/MMX8M3H993YWe also used Deluxe Materials modelling products extensivelyYou can find more information on some of the products and techniques seen here: Johnsons Klear - youtu.be/qodxhGy2-L8Deluxe Materials superglues and adhesives - youtu.be/BZkrFzURPvMyoutu.be/UaVhqIpxWvsSwann Morton scalpels and hobby knives - youtu.be/ACiy4ZS0yLkThe Small Shop photo etch tools - youtu.be/h4KqmeacTwwFinally, there’s a vintage pack of “Cast-a-Coat” too.Any questions, let us know in the comments. Bye for now!#scalewarmachines#weathering#paintingmodelsPlease mention us or this review if buying any products.Enjoy!Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
SPARMAX ZETA AIR COMPRESSOR - THE AIRBRUSH SHOW S2.EP06 Scale War Machines 2019-04-19 | Welcome to another instalment of The Airbrush Show by Scale War Machines. In this film we look at the Sparmax Zeta airbrush compressor.The Zeta is an oil-less single piston air compressor for hobby airbrushing. It features a patented smart stop handle to control the operation and air supply.The Zeta retails for approx’ £180GBP - price at time of publishing the video.Here's a bit more info:The working pressure runs from 0 psi to 60 psiThe “Smart Stop” airbrush holder acts as a switch turning the unit off and on depending on usage. There is a bleed valve as the unit holds a constant pressure or 60psi.Key features:Low maintenance, oil-less single piston air compressorMax pressure 60 psi (4 bar) at 0 CFM40 min duty cycle (let motor rest for 15 mins after 40 mins continuous use)Detachable Smart-Stop hanger switch – designed to clamp on your worktopDetachable pressure gaugeDetachable Air regulator for precise air pressure adjustmentAir flow: 14 - 18 lpm (0.49 - 0.64 cfm) at open flow2M Braided hoseMotor: 1/8 HP ACSize: L24 x W14 x H21.5 cm Weight: 4.6 kgVoltage: 100-240V.See more:airbrushes.com/product_info.php?products_id=2313Thanks to the Airbrush Company http://www.airbrushes.com for supplying the Zeta for review. Please mention this review, The Airbrush Show or Scale War Machines if buying.#sparmax#zeta#theairbrushshowThanks and enjoy.Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
MINICRAFT MODEL TOOLS EBAY MEGA HAUL & REVIEW Scale War Machines 2019-03-24 | Amazing tools, amazing value!We often scan Ebay looking to expand our collection of used Minicraft modelling tools. These precision-made 12v tools use a series of 9-18v transformers and have a variety of uses including:Drills of various sizesSandersSawsLathe or router kitsAccessories of all typesThe only catch is that they are no longer made so you'll have to find them via a second-hand source.We bought our first drill kit new many years ago then got our first Ebay haul 3-4 years after.Then we recently found a bunch of used tools for sale and we pounced. We got a giant box of bits and bobs. Want to know what's inside? Watch the film for a review and reveal of these indispensable hobby tools.#scalewarmachines#hobbytools#minicraftEnjoy!Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
PAINTING & WEATHERING CAUNTER CAMO - TAMIYA MATILDA TANK (FULL BUILD & PAINT) Scale War Machines 2019-03-11 | Time for the complete paint job of the Tamiya 1/35th scale Matilda Infantry Tank reference 35300. This build has featured in several films and like all our projects was video recorded. We thought we’d edit it into a new longer format of film. Called Build and Paint, these longer films show most principle steps in one single longer video. Instead of commentary, there are on-screen comments and links to other videos. Unlike a build series, you get to see everything in one hit with sections speeded up.If you want to see how we painted British Western Desert “Caunter” geometric WW2 camouflage then watch this. Using a variety of paints and effects from enamels to acrylics and oils, the paint was weathered. We combined acrylics with enamels so this model was weathered over one evening without allowing everything to dry between effects. Alternating this way can speed things up. You’ll see products from Lifecolor, Wilder, Mig, Ammo, Humbrol, Abteilung 502 etc.etc.Sit back, grab a drink and watch pretty much everything we did to get the final finish.Hope you enjoy this new format, let us know in the comments. Bye for now!#scalewarmachines#weathering#paintingmodelsPlease mention us or this review if buying any products.Enjoy!Please visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
IWATA HI-LINE HP-TH VS. REVOLUTION HP-TR2 - THE AIRBRUSH SHOW S2.EP05 Scale War Machines 2019-02-16 | The 5th episode of series 2 of The Airbrush Show by Scale War Machines (http://www.scalewarmachines.com) is out & looks at the pistol-trigger gravity feed dual-action Iwata HP-TH airbrush/spray gun. In is a hybrid machine that has inter-changeable spray caps for either round or fan spray patterns.We compare the Hi-Line HP-TH and Revolution HP-TR2 so see which one is better for model making and what each trigger airbrush offers to buyers. The HP-TH has some features the TR2 does not, like the fan pattern and 0.5mm nozzle with shallow taper needle, a MAC valve and a paint volume control for setting the trigger travel and therefore paint flow.The specs state that to get the fan pattern you will need at least 1.2CFM of airflow, we test this with our existing compressor but also with an upgraded heavy duty and very loud SGS compressor we purchased to run this in the fan mode and other spray guns (and air tools) we play to run in our shop in future.It is unboxed, reviewed & road-tested in both spray modes with both compressors.This unit was kindly supplied by http://www.airbrushes.com.Technical data is in the film and in links below.To find out more including pricing look here:Hi-Line HP-TH (price at time of publication £250-£279 GBP) - airbrushes.com/product_info.php?products_id=2316Revolution HP-TR2 (price at time of publication £265 GBP) - £airbrushes.com/product_info.php?products_id=1851Please mention us or this review if buying either airbrush.Enjoy!#theairbrushshow#scalewarmachines#iwataairbrushPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesWe're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineAnd Pinterest:http://www.pinterest.co.uk/scalewarmachinesCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
PAINTING & WEATHERING GERMAN CAMO - SU-100 BEUTEPANZER (FULL BUILD & PAINT) Scale War Machines 2019-02-01 | You asked to see the SU-100 Beutepanzer tank destroyer in the comments, so here it is. This build has featured in several films and like all our builds was recorded on video. We thought we’d edit it into a new longer format of film. Called "Build and Paint", these longer films show most principle steps in one single longer video. Instead of commentary, there are on-screen comments and links to other videos. Unlike a build series, you get to see everything in one hit with sections speeded up.If you want to see how we painted tri-colour German WW2 camouflage then watch this. Using a variety of paints and effects from enamels to acrylics and oils, the paint was weathered. You’ll see products from Lifecolor, Wilder, Mig, Ammo, Humbrol, Abteilung 502 etc.etc.Sit back, grab a drink and watch pretty much everything we did to get the final finish.Do mention us or this video if buying any of the products in this film.Hope you enjoy this new format, let us know in the comments. Bye for now!#scalewarmachines#weathering#paintingmodelsPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesA +1:http://plus.google.com/b/101900881104831985371/101900881104831985371/postsOr join our Google+ Community:http://plus.google.com/communities/100585513617534645303We're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
SCALE WAR MACHINES YOU TUBE CHANNEL TRAILER Scale War Machines 2019-01-19 | Here's a video summary of what you can look forward to on Scale War Machines.Please click subscribe and hit the notifications bell to be notified of all our latest video releases.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_scalewarmachines=naltsScale War Machines isn't elitist or high and mighty. We don't keep our techniques hidden away like some sort of keeper of the modelling scrolls.We try things out and then tell you all about how you can do it yourself. We aim to always encourage others in the hobby and hopefully inspire them to improve their skills.There are different sorts of playlists and films with more in the pipeline. So there's hopefully something for everyone. Please help this channel grow by doing as it says in the channel trailer.Happy Modelling!#scalewarmachines#theairbrushshow#scalemodellingPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesA +1:http://plus.google.com/b/101900881104831985371/101900881104831985371/postsOr join our Google+ Community:http://plus.google.com/communities/100585513617534645303We're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
WE NEED YOUR HELP! WERE MAKING A NEW CHANNEL TRAILER Scale War Machines 2019-01-13 | We're making a new channel promo/trailer for 2019, we'd be really grateful if you could take a look and let us know what you think.It's been six years since the last one, yep time flies.Thanks.#scalewarmachines#getinvolved#theairbrushshowPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesA +1:http://plus.google.com/b/101900881104831985371/101900881104831985371/postsOr join our Google+ Community:http://plus.google.com/communities/100585513617534645303We're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineCopyright © 2019 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
REVELL OMEGA COMPRESSOR - TEAR DOWN/REVIEW - THE AIRBRUSH SHOW S2.EP04 Scale War Machines 2018-12-30 | Time for the next instalment of The Airbrush Show by Scale War Machines. We’re still focussing on useful airbrushing accessories but in this film, we’re looking at a classic air source from 2006. It’s our trusty semi-silent fridge-style Revell Omega Compressor.This has given sterling service since we bought it 12 years ago and rather shamefully we never pampered it and never did any substantial maintenance in over a decade! Don’t be like us! If you have one of these, or a similar unit, do these simple maintenance steps every so often to keep your machine in tip-top condition (or don’t bother and as you’ll see it will still be fine!).We decided to pass it to a friend and we thought it wise to do a service first. We were curious about what was lurking inside. Watch this film to find out.Happy spraying and thanks to everyone who followed us in 2018 and we’ll be back with more content in 2019. Have a great New Year!Price paid in 2006 was £187.99GBP.Thanks to Paul “Herbie” Herbert for the helping hand.Here's a bit more info:The working pressure runs from 0 psi to 88 psi or 0 - 6 bar1l tankSafety/bleed valve (constant motor)1/4” BSP fittingsThe air flow is 17 lpm or 0.53 cfm at open flowMoisture trap and air regulator20-50db with an average of 31db (stated noise level 35db)#theairbrushshow#revell#scalewarmachinesPlease visit us:http://www.scalewarmachines.comOr give us a like:facebook.com/ScaleWarMachinesA +1:http://plus.google.com/b/101900881104831985371/101900881104831985371/postsOr join our Google+ Community:http://plus.google.com/communities/100585513617534645303We're also on Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/ScaleWarMachineCopyright © 2018 Scale War Machines All Rights Reserved
