Brett M Posted July 11, 2018 Share Posted July 11, 2018 (edited) Hi everyone After completing the Enterprise C (okay, during final completion) I started on this 1/72 X Wing kit. Compared to the AMT/Ertl Enterprise, this thing is a dream. Everything fit's perfectly, no gaps and glue really isn't need.....everything fits that tight. I've mostly finished the cockpit, though the plumbing needs more detail and the pilots seat needs weathering....and a pilot. I haven't painted figures since I built models in back when I was 10 (so, 25+ years ago) so I'm not really thrilled about that. But, I have made a good start on the wings. I've gone for a similar scheme to the Blue squadron from Rogue One, though I'm sure it won't be an exact match. I've been painting each panel one at a time, to hopefully make them look...well, like panels. More to come as progress is made. Feel free to comment. Cockpit area.....small. I'm used to 1/48 or 1/32 aircraft, so this is TINY to me. Wings. I tried to use Micro Mask to obtain chipping results, but after spraying a light coat of Floquil UP Armour Yellow, the stuff wouldn't rub off. Maybe the lacquer paint ate into it? Guesses? Chipping with pencils for now; first time I've tried this, I suppose it looks okay. Edited July 11, 2018 by Brett M Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brett M Posted July 11, 2018 Author Share Posted July 11, 2018 More wing progress......any comments? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CaptainObvious Posted July 11, 2018 Share Posted July 11, 2018 The cockpit looks great! The color pencil chipping turned out nice too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ST0RM Posted July 11, 2018 Share Posted July 11, 2018 Nice job on recovering the chipping. I've never been a fan of liquid masks, so maybe try the water/salt technique. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brett M Posted July 12, 2018 Author Share Posted July 12, 2018 (edited) 7 hours ago, CaptainObvious said: The cockpit looks great! The color pencil chipping turned out nice too. 7 hours ago, ST0RM said: Nice job on recovering the chipping. I've never been a fan of liquid masks, so maybe try the water/salt technique. Thanks, both of you. Pencil chipping definitely isn't the best (but it's my first try), I appreciate the comments. I'll give salt weathering a try on my next jet. I have another Has 1/48 F-14 Tomcat ready to go :) And another shot from this evening. Blowing up the images this big definitely shows flaws, glad this is a 1/72 kit! Now I need to decide if I go with white engines, ala Rogue One. Or.....more metallic, gunmetal style....hmmmm. Comments always are welcome. Edited July 12, 2018 by Brett M Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Madhatter Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 looking good Brett! With the engines, you could try a darker base colour like Tamiya's Dark Iron (XF-64 I think). I love it myself - its a great starting block and looks good as it is. Or even Gunze Steel Red? Either one is a good engine starting point and work lighter as you go. BTW - It's a welcome break to see an X-Wing that isn't Red 5 for a change Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brett M Posted July 12, 2018 Author Share Posted July 12, 2018 4 hours ago, The Madhatter said: looking good Brett! With the engines, you could try a darker base colour like Tamiya's Dark Iron (XF-64 I think). I love it myself - its a great starting block and looks good as it is. Or even Gunze Steel Red? Either one is a good engine starting point and work lighter as you go. BTW - It's a welcome break to see an X-Wing that isn't Red 5 for a change That's what the way I'm leaning as well. The white, grimy engines in the movie just seems...odd. A dark metallic, dirty engine makes more sense. I'll have to hit the LHS and see if they have either of those colors in stock. Something different is always good! I didn't want to do the standard Red 5....though when I told my wife (who bought me the kit) that it wasn't Luke's......I got the sad face lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brett M Posted July 19, 2018 Author Share Posted July 19, 2018 Not a big update, but at least one wing is almost completely painted, top and bottom. Definitely more weathering to do and grime to add for the area where the landing gear doors are. Anyway, small update, but an update none the less! Comments and critiques are welcome! Thanks for looking. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brett M Posted July 20, 2018 Author Share Posted July 20, 2018 I don't think I do a particularly good job on weathering, adding grime, etc. Looking for any tips or suggestions here..... I tried to dirty up where the landing gear doors are, figuring that ground crew would be grabbing the doors and we'd see leaks and junk all over the outside. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GMK Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 I think you’re being a little harsh on yourself - this is looking really good! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brett M Posted July 25, 2018 Author Share Posted July 25, 2018 On 7/23/2018 at 12:42 PM, GMK said: I think you’re being a little harsh on yourself - this is looking really good! Thanks, I appreciate it! So, engines painted up and highlighted with MM aluminum. Looking pretty decent so far I suppose. Thanks for the comments so far, let me know what you think of the recent updates. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
niart17 Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 (edited) This is coming along GREAT! I love the weathering. And that cockpit is wonderful for a 1/32 or larger kit much less this small a scale. Great job! BTW, I like the newer metal look on the engines. Much better and add much more interest. Bill Edited July 25, 2018 by niart17 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brett M Posted July 26, 2018 Author Share Posted July 26, 2018 18 hours ago, niart17 said: This is coming along GREAT! I love the weathering. And that cockpit is wonderful for a 1/32 or larger kit much less this small a scale. Great job! BTW, I like the newer metal look on the engines. Much better and add much more interest. Bill Thanks! I don't think I'll make them too dirty. But, adding a bit of clear blue and clear orange to give the metal a heated look. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brett M Posted August 7, 2018 Author Share Posted August 7, 2018 Small update, second wing coming along slowly. Vacations and remodels taking up time! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brett M Posted August 17, 2018 Author Share Posted August 17, 2018 More updates. I'm moving at a snails pace with this one. But, wings are done, minus the lasers(?) on the tips. Let me know what you think, if you see something that could be improved, or think it's junk 😉 Always welcome for comments! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Madhatter Posted August 18, 2018 Share Posted August 18, 2018 That looks awesome Brett! Its a much nicer scheme than the usual Red 5 etc. The engines are my favourite bit. They just look right. Im looking forward to seeing the end result Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brett M Posted August 19, 2018 Author Share Posted August 19, 2018 On 8/17/2018 at 6:29 PM, The Madhatter said: That looks awesome Brett! Its a much nicer scheme than the usual Red 5 etc. The engines are my favourite bit. They just look right. Im looking forward to seeing the end result Thanks! More weekend progress. Finally looks like an X Wing! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brett M Posted September 3, 2018 Author Share Posted September 3, 2018 Finally an update! Still moving forward, if slowly. I realllllly need to get the pilot done and the canopy on so I can finish this up. Comments are welcome, pointers, anything. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
southwestforests Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 This is shaping up to be one attractive model. Be it "prototype" or not, the dark metal engines with lighter drybrushed plumbing look good - their location and coloring practically shout "I am engine!" Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brett M Posted September 5, 2018 Author Share Posted September 5, 2018 On 9/2/2018 at 9:18 PM, southwestforests said: This is shaping up to be one attractive model. Be it "prototype" or not, the dark metal engines with lighter drybrushed plumbing look good - their location and coloring practically shout "I am engine!" More and more Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Madhatter Posted September 5, 2018 Share Posted September 5, 2018 (edited) Oh yeah - that X-Wing is rocking!! I love those colours - they really suit the fighter nicely. They look right for it and I don't think any other ship could wear it as nicely. This has been one of my favourite X-Wing builds in a long time because it's not over weathered What colour are you going to paint the canopy? Personally I'd go with darker than the base colour of the body. Maybe the light gray you used on them bottom there? But that's just me and my 2c - I'm just keen to see the end result no matter what you do. Can't be far to go now? Looking forward to seeing more Cheers Si Edited September 5, 2018 by The Madhatter Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brett M Posted September 6, 2018 Author Share Posted September 6, 2018 12 hours ago, The Madhatter said: Oh yeah - that X-Wing is rocking!! I love those colours - they really suit the fighter nicely. They look right for it and I don't think any other ship could wear it as nicely. This has been one of my favourite X-Wing builds in a long time because it's not over weathered What colour are you going to paint the canopy? Personally I'd go with darker than the base colour of the body. Maybe the light gray you used on them bottom there? But that's just me and my 2c - I'm just keen to see the end result no matter what you do. Can't be far to go now? Looking forward to seeing more Cheers Si Thanks! I'm liking this build too, nice and straight forward with this Bandai kit. Definitely not trying to go crazy with the weathering either. I like the cleaner look, and.....I'm not that great with weathering. :) Canopy, you're thinking right along the same lines as me. I've seen some with dark grey canopies with a light body and they look weird to me. I'll be doing a lighter grey, something that contrasts from the body, but not crazy. Hopefully get that done and some light scratching/dings on the body this weekend! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brett M Posted September 8, 2018 Author Share Posted September 8, 2018 So close......almost have to decide if I want decals (haven't looked at them since I started) or just leave it as is. Little guy hiding in the cockpit..... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Madhatter Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 I reckon just leave it as is. Or maybe a few technical placards or something? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brett M Posted September 9, 2018 Author Share Posted September 9, 2018 12 minutes ago, The Madhatter said: I reckon just leave it as is. Or maybe a few technical placards or something? I thought the decals had some placards, but it looks like I was wrong. Just needs an Astromech now! Then on to finished pics. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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