Lancer512 Posted January 18, 2017 Author Share Posted January 18, 2017 This took me about 10 minutes with Vallejo Model Air. I started with FS 36118 and mixed it with FS 36231 to get the correct shade of grey. Then I simply repainted the damaged decal free hand with a very fine and short brush. Any mistakes were then covered with the original base color of FS 36320. For the red on the tails, I started with RAL 3020, but I need to get it a little darker. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Karl Sander Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 I enjoyed reading up on this thread, you've done some great work. I've never been able to make preshading work either, I just don't control the color coat nearly well enough for the effect to work. Really impressive what you've done to fix the decal too, it looks like it never happened! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kurnass77 Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Great fix mate,thrust me,I'm very happy you solved the problem! Some time ago I had a similar mishap when I removed masking tape for a touch-up on an already decalled F-100. But with a good hand,good brush and acrilic paint a slved the day. You now have the finish line in sight,I can wait to see finished this beauty... Gianni Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Don Posted January 21, 2017 Share Posted January 21, 2017 Great save on the decals! That took a steady hand indeed. Cheers! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lancer512 Posted January 22, 2017 Author Share Posted January 22, 2017 (edited) I continued on the ordnance. While the AGM-65G Maverick missiles are done, the kit's Sidewinders are still fighting me. The missiles and the upgraded launch rails were painted in different shades of FS36375. After the missiles were dipped in Future, I applied the missile markings from Wolfpack, followed by a Flory Models wash. Once I was statisfied with my work, the launch rails were glues to the missiles and everything was sealed with a coat of XF-86 flat clear. Still not sure if I should paint the seeker heads glossy or leave them flat. Edited January 22, 2017 by Lancer512 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lancer512 Posted January 26, 2017 Author Share Posted January 26, 2017 I applied an AK enamel wash to the wheel wells. The model is now ready for a clear satin coat to seal in the decals before the postshading and weathering process. I've also attached the nose landing gear and the sensor pods.to prevent the antennas on the bottom from breaking off. It's about time to give this model some life. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lancer512 Posted January 27, 2017 Author Share Posted January 27, 2017 (edited) Today I've applied the wash for the panellines. The complete model was coated with the Flory Models Dark Dirt wash, which was then removed with a wet paper towel and cotton buds. The wash was then also removed from the panel lines to give it a defining, but not too strong look. I really don't like overdone panel lines, as it seems to be in fashion lately. Edited January 27, 2017 by Lancer512 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hajo L. Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 Turns out really nice, I first thought you´d never clean up all that mess! ;) HAJO Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lancer512 Posted January 27, 2017 Author Share Posted January 27, 2017 (edited) Thanks, Hajo. On a satin coat it goes off very easy. As it's clay, it can be removed completely with water, should an accident happen. Next was streaking. The same clay wash was applied with a brush and streaked aft with both dry and damp (definately not wet) cotton buds. Edited January 27, 2017 by Lancer512 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lancer512 Posted January 29, 2017 Author Share Posted January 29, 2017 During the weekend I've installed and rigged the landing gear and added some more weathering to the upper surface. The horizontal stabilizers were also installed in slightly different drooped angles. The AGM-65 and fuel tanks were originally the same color, but I've toned them down with an AK Interactive enamel wash to give them a different look, as they are next to each other on the wings and would look too uniform. The wash on the missiles was spread evenly for an overall uniform tint, while the same wash on the fuel tanks was randomly swiped around with a brush and left to dry. I still have the remove some blemishes on the windscreen, as the primer/thinner/tape/Future mixture somehow reacted and left some residue in the Future. The AIM-9L are still missing the rollerons on the rear fins, as painting them on did not look convincing. I am still trying to find of a solution for this. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kurnass77 Posted January 30, 2017 Share Posted January 30, 2017 Look great mate! Gianni Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lancer512 Posted February 1, 2017 Author Share Posted February 1, 2017 I can see the finish line! The ordnance and gear doors are installed and left to dry overnight. Tomorrow it's just a last flat clear coat and then it should be done! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lancer512 Posted February 3, 2017 Author Share Posted February 3, 2017 (edited) I declare this build as finished. More photos can be found in the Group Build's Flight Line. Edited February 3, 2017 by Lancer512 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Grandboof Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Great work Martin H Quote Link to post Share on other sites
murad Posted February 6, 2017 Share Posted February 6, 2017 Lancer you've turned this dog of a kit into a very very nice build, lovely result! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lancer512 Posted February 12, 2017 Author Share Posted February 12, 2017 Thank you very much for the kind words. I did not have the feeling that it was a bad kit. Maybe old, but definately not bad. Based from the experience of how to build this, I'll definately build a 1/72 Hasegawa Hornet again. However, I would not recommend this kit to a beginner, though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RKic Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Holy cow! That is one sweet looking hornet Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spectre711 Posted February 19, 2017 Share Posted February 19, 2017 Nice work, it came out great! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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