Rotorman Posted February 9, 2023 Author Share Posted February 9, 2023 I am trying to find someone to design and print figures for my dio (see photo below) and i thought i would share some of the prices i was given to do the job since i am still choking on the price. 4 figures designed and printed is $ 6400. this is highway robbery in my book. Photos courtesy of Rotorwash. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YF65_CH53E Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 Oliver, Was this price quoted from Shapeways? I have done some 3D printing with them before and have found them very reasonable. I am sure there are guys on forum with much more experience with 3D printing them me. But $6400 is outrageous! For 1/32 scale figures? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rotorman Posted February 9, 2023 Author Share Posted February 9, 2023 (edited) 22 minutes ago, YF65_CH53E said: Oliver, Was this price quoted from Shapeways? I have done some 3D printing with them before and have found them very reasonable. I am sure there are guys on forum with much more experience with 3D printing them me. But $6400 is outrageous! For 1/32 scale figures? it wasn't Shapeways but on Military Figures painting site, several people got back to me. it appears that this is the going price for 1/32 scale according to them, i have a hard time believing it. I am still looking. Edited February 9, 2023 by Rotorman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cruiz Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 I respect the work of artists that is often undervalued, but this seems too much for what we can expect; maybe this person has a different understanding of your actual need. I hope you can find better options; recently, I toyed with the idea of finding someone that could make female pilots and ground crew, but I don't know where to start yet. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rotorman Posted February 9, 2023 Author Share Posted February 9, 2023 17 minutes ago, cruiz said: I respect the work of artists that is often undervalued, but this seems too much for what we can expect; maybe this person has a different understanding of your actual need. I hope you can find better options; recently, I toyed with the idea of finding someone that could make female pilots and ground crew, but I don't know where to start yet. I respect the work of CAD designers as well . I did supply photos of my build. I am several years away from needed figures but I already thinking about it since it has to do with the engine crane placement I still need to scratch build.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyArty Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 (edited) Have you talked to Norbert at Reedoak? He may be able to work some mechanics into his future releases. He already has some modern French mechanics that are pretty generic and could work. 1/35 (reedoak.com) Edited February 9, 2023 by HeavyArty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rotorman Posted February 9, 2023 Author Share Posted February 9, 2023 1 hour ago, HeavyArty said: Have you talked to Norbert at Reedoak? He may be able to work some mechanics into his future releases. He already has some modern French mechanics that are pretty generic and could work. 1/35 (reedoak.com i have talked to Norbert about the figures 6 months ago but nothing came of it... I need to reach out again. Funny, I was just on his site 10 minutes ago. he has few items Quote Link to post Share on other sites
midnightprowler Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 Cold day you know where I'd pay $6400 for ANYTHING model related. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JohnEB Posted February 10, 2023 Share Posted February 10, 2023 Please allow a minor thread hijack...but since we are on the topic of 3D printing... A question about Shapeways...They offer a small 1/240 kit, it would be about 5" long. Their site says it is printed on "White Natural Versatile Plastic" ...whatever that is. My question..is it fine enough to give a decent surface on a model of that scale and size? They want $60 for it...which isn't too bad considering the prices the pirates want on eBay for the ancient Sanwa kit, but I don't want to buy something that won't work. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rotorman Posted February 10, 2023 Author Share Posted February 10, 2023 1 hour ago, JohnEB said: Please allow a minor thread hijack...but since we are on the topic of 3D printing... A question about Shapeways...They offer a small 1/240 kit, it would be about 5" long. Their site says it is printed on "White Natural Versatile Plastic" ...whatever that is. My question..is it fine enough to give a decent surface on a model of that scale and size? They want $60 for it...which isn't too bad considering the prices the pirates want on eBay for the ancient Sanwa kit, but I don't want to buy something that won't work. I have no idea what you are asking Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JohnEB Posted February 10, 2023 Share Posted February 10, 2023 (edited) 12 hours ago, Rotorman said: I have no idea what you are asking "Their site says it is printed on "White Natural Versatile Plastic" ...whatever that is My question..is it fine enough to give a decent surface on a model of that scale and size? " In other words, will the " versitile" plastic material look like smooth styrene, resin or large grain styrofoam? Obviously, in a small scale model, the material (and thus surface) quality is more important than a 1/35 scale kit. Edited February 10, 2023 by JohnEB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Posted February 10, 2023 Share Posted February 10, 2023 (edited) 18 hours ago, Rotorman said: it wasn't Shapeways but on Military Figures painting site, several people got back to me. it appears that this is the going price for 1/32 scale according to them, i have a hard time believing it. I am still looking. Is that for completed & painted figures? I asked one of the vendors on Shapeways to make Officers Reed & Malloy from Adam-12 for me in 1/24 scale. It took about two weeks and he charged me $25 apiece. As I was the first, I assume that I paid the setup fees and received the versatile plastic. He has now dropped the price to $15 and $20 for smooth plastic. Go with the smooth. Here is a set of both officers in 1/32 scale on ebay for $45. Try Shapeways vendor: GAS Designs - ToyCave Collectibles. Edited February 10, 2023 by Dutch add links Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rotorman Posted February 13, 2023 Author Share Posted February 13, 2023 A bit of painting. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YF65_CH53E Posted February 13, 2023 Share Posted February 13, 2023 I feel like I can grab my toolbox and just walk out to the flightline and start working on this bird. It's amazing....thank you Rotorman for sharing this incredible build! Gunny Dan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rotorman Posted February 14, 2023 Author Share Posted February 14, 2023 49 minutes ago, YF65_CH53E said: I feel like I can grab my toolbox and just walk out to the flightline and start working on this bird. It's amazing....thank you Rotorman for sharing this incredible build! Gunny Dan Thanks for watching this build. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rotorman Posted February 15, 2023 Author Share Posted February 15, 2023 (edited) Edited February 15, 2023 by Rotorman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rotorman Posted February 17, 2023 Author Share Posted February 17, 2023 Weathering almost done. The engine won't be sticking out so far. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
midnightprowler Posted February 17, 2023 Share Posted February 17, 2023 Sheesh....I quit. Seriously, absolutely museum quality. Photograph this in the right setting and you'd think it's the real thing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Loach Driver Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 It is insanely-good modelling! LD. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kike Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 Let the (most) fun beggin!!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rotorman Posted February 18, 2023 Author Share Posted February 18, 2023 (edited) if only someone would make a jeep and a trailer( and mattress) in 1/32 Edited February 18, 2023 by Rotorman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyArty Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 All available in 1/35 and close enough in scale. I used 1/35 figures, weapons, etc. on mine and it looks fine. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rotorman Posted February 18, 2023 Author Share Posted February 18, 2023 1 hour ago, HeavyArty said: All available in 1/35 and close enough in scale. I used 1/35 figures, weapons, etc. on mine and it looks fine. Who makes it ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tank Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 6 hours ago, Rotorman said: Who makes it ? AFV Club/Skybow makes a very nice M38. You will have to make the hard cab. It shouldn’t be too hard for your skill set. The trailer can be found in the Takom, Italeri or Heller Jeep or 1/4 ton boxings. HTH Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cubs2jets Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 Most of the old Monogram military vehicle series was actually 1/32 scale. They later relabeled them 1/35 scale when that became the favored military scale. Any upgrades you deem necessary are obviously within your capabilities... https://www.ebay.com/itm/165440435359?hash=item268504b49f:g:mpoAAOSw-ZtiXmce&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAA8CNwCD%2BME5USkPlB6m1elVpq5LKbQLmXzrPAv%2FKTasqExth8%2Bjn%2FhSphdbRHfalgRKmNOs0xP%2FtxBNmGlNkmA1qMZchDzxZfdbPY1FW8p3TcJHrV7LYA2kBz5dmS%2BLZfRnNYR2vAFZshHLvRbPHvIhio05RZeacqxX44YVKxek3h6dUB8QZTQC1IWlvofn%2B5JO5z%2BN2fsaA4KIit6D71IByTCXXthcGdEs7HmcsoJxswnQnGEtynR630CwOzPi6MrwRUmhZK44NOafX1AJql5owhjChZoirbC7FuuIeS76W9w9x04ypZ1vAavkNLW01rgQ%3D%3D|tkp%3ABk9SR4Df2cbMYQ C2j Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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