panther build.. at last!

simon_manning · Post by **simon_manning** » Sun Nov 28, 2010 4:53 pm

this build and paint work is very absorbing and it keeps me guessing, trial and error and going back to mistakes will be the theme, credit to those small scale plastic kit builders how they make them look so good. regards simon.

Paul Morris · Post by **Paul Morris** » Sun Nov 28, 2010 5:11 pm

Hi Simon.

Even so far the model is a credit to you, I can see the time you have taken with the wheels alone, you will be rivaling your King Tiger I can see it coming. Keep up the good work..it will be a showstopper when complete.

Best wishes Paul and Vinnie

Steve Norris · Post by **Steve Norris** » Sun Nov 28, 2010 6:05 pm

Simon.
Great work !
How did you achieve the worn paint effect ?
Regards
Steve

simon_manning · Post by **simon_manning** » Mon Nov 29, 2010 10:26 pm

made a bit more effort in sub zero workshop, even the heater could'nt cope,paul this build requires a small zimmerit job, don't laugh when you see it! steve i have been using pro modeller washes and tamiya paints,the worn look comes from giving the paint a little rub with my finger or a tiny wire brush, thanks for the input, simon.

Paul Morris · Post by **Paul Morris** » Tue Nov 30, 2010 6:36 am

Hi Simon.

No chance of any laughter while watching your progress the work you have done so far is superb always interesting to see your progress, looking forward to the next chapter.
Best wishes Paul

Tim Bowman · Post by **Tim Bowman** » Tue Nov 30, 2010 5:34 pm

Hi Simon

Enjoying every photo! One thing I noticed(not meant to be nit-picky or negative comment) is the wire cutters. Below are some photos of the real thing. The handles are made from a Bakelite-type material as opposed to wood. If you need a better photo of them, I can take one.

I tried the same method used on my Panthers periscopes. Base coat of primer red, mottled with rust/black mixture.

Keep up the great work!
Tim

simon_manning · Post by **simon_manning** » Tue Nov 30, 2010 6:40 pm

great pictures tim and thank you, once i have the hull all complete i will go back over the paint and make changes, colours, shades, bits i'm not happy with, the spade handle to me looks the wrong colour, the photos i've put on the forum always show more white .it must be the lighting in my workshop. good to know the build keeps you interested and others, i like getting referance photos and build tips. regards simon.

Stephen White · Post by **Stephen White** » Tue Nov 30, 2010 7:46 pm

Simon

Glad you've enjoyed using the Promodeller wash. The results look stunning. They've now introduced a line of pigments and I used the dark dirt to do the jacking block on my Pz III. Very pleased with the results if used in moderation. It's hard to be restrained in weathering when it's so satisfying.

All the best.

Stephen

simon_manning · Post by **simon_manning** » Thu Dec 02, 2010 3:18 pm

could someone please tell me, does the tow bracket/ round starter plate on the rear hull shown in my photo, is it fixed with castle nuts, many thanks simon

Tim Bowman · Post by **Tim Bowman** » Thu Dec 02, 2010 4:45 pm

Hi Simon

I'd say castle nuts.

Best regards
Tim

Kent Wiik · Post by **Kent Wiik** » Sat Dec 04, 2010 11:50 am

simon_manning wrote:could someone please tell me, does the tow bracket/ round starter plate on the rear hull shown in my photo, is it fixed with castle nuts, many thanks simon

Hi Simon

Those nuts were "normal" nuts + a split pin.
Yes, some in museum restored Panther has castle nuts but that is wrong.
Please look at the 2 photos below taken from Panther manuals.

Hope this was of use.

Kind regards
Kent

leesellars · Post by **leesellars** » Sat Dec 04, 2010 5:44 pm

Hello Kent

Your Knowledge is always of help.

Lee

simon_manning · Post by **simon_manning** » Sat Dec 04, 2010 6:20 pm

the main panther man is back on, good news in the kingdom, shall i use 4 normal nuts and 4 castle nuts, then i've got it covered! regards simon.

simon_manning · Post by **simon_manning** » Sun Dec 05, 2010 9:39 pm

the panther wheels are getting there slowly, thanks for the input on castle nuts verses normal nuts, very interesting. regards simon.

simon_manning · Post by **simon_manning** » Mon Dec 06, 2010 9:39 am

trying to compare shades and tones in photographs is difficult, my workshop lights make my build look very bright, i might push the tank outside to have a look in daylight. simon.