Tag: Hiper Patron

Early access: Chipping medium and liquid mask on the same model? Check.

The second video and the second of four planned episodes from the Meng project. Thus, we are approaching the end of the somewhat drawn out 😉 Build a model with us contest, just in time for the pre-Christmas period. The video depicts my struggles with painting the camouflage on this tank, the First World War French tricolor. As an experiment, I decided to use both chipping medium and liquid mask on one model, which in theory is mutually exclusive, but in practice is not. Of course, it was not without problems. The model also underwent a filtering treatment with acrylics,…
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Renault ft 17 meng chipping and filters

Chipping done and filters laid!

Well, the model is gaining color and is ready for weathering. As you may remember, the scratches were to be done on a chipping medium, which is a primer under the base paint that destabilizes its adhesion after water activation. This procedure should be done up to 2-3 hours after painting while the paint is still fresh and not chemically cured. In my case, due to other measures I had to take in the meantime, it took days 4. Yes, days, not hours 😀 Did it work? Don’t blame the player; blame the game, I could say. The day after…
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Meng FT 17 French cammo painted

Risk it for a biscuit… Masking with the liquid mask on chipping medium

I like experiments. I planned early on that the model would be in three-color French camouflage since such tanks were on the equipment of the 1st tank regiment of the Haller army, which my model represents. Since I already have an undercoat in the perfect color for chipping, it was a shame not to use it. Here, however, I was faced with the choice of masking method. The transitions have to be sharply cut off, and the model has many small details and intricate nooks and crannies. I purchased a Vallejo liquid mask for this at first. Still, as I…
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Why is the Mr Hobby surfacer the best primer ever for tank models

Why Mr. Mahogany Surfacer 1000 primer is the world’s best for tank and armored vehicle models.

The primer for the Meng kit is laid. In the process of placing it, a thought came to me that I think would be worth sharing, especially with beginner modelers. These, very often, ask in discussion groups – what primer for tank models in green camouflage, sand, NATO, or this or that. And in order not to get into the paranoia of buying several different products, which, by the way, do not cost little and go in bulk, they would ideally like to recommend the most universal and best possible. And such, in my opinion, is “Mr. Hobby: Mr. Mahogany…
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First video of Modellers World TV

Early access: the first video on Modellers World TV channel is up!

It’s hard for me to describe my excitement! The new direction of development is just entering the first step. I won’t say that it was easy to present my person in a video material – it’s something completely different from journalism, though. But there it is; now, it only remains for me to wait for your opinion on the material I have carved out. You, as Super and Hyper Patrons, will see it very first. In this premiere episode on the channel, I shared my insights from building the Meng Renault model 1917. There will be some twists and turns…
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FT 17 Meng ready glued

Meng’s FT-17 and base ready for painting

Howdy fellas! The trench base model is prepared for painting, so it’s time to finish the construction stage with the first YouTube video. Currently, I am catching up with the commentary, and the channel launch is fast approaching. As for the model, the stand glues together very quickly. Unfortunately, it requires quite labor-intensive puttying of the surface smoothly. If you plan to make the sides black, a decent sheet of sandpaper is worthwhile. However, I had a different idea, so I carefully sanded only the base bottom part and patched the top so there were no holes and gaps that…
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Scale Modeling Challange holland

Scale Model Challenge 2023 – is it better than Moson?

I do not go to exhibit models for competitions; it never especially attracted me. However, since the founding of the Modellers, it is appropriate occasionally to show up here and there, especially with a booth. After a covid break, last year, various events started again with steam. This time, we decided to pick a rather distant event but one with a distinguished reputation: the Dutch SMC. So far, I have the Polish well-known festivals in Bielsko-Biala, two “Babaryba,” Bytom, and the notorious Moson in Hungary, probably the most prestigious in recognition of the competitors. I must say, however, that SMC…
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Renault ft 17 model sklejony

FT glued together! When will the video be out?

Uhh, that suspension 😀 It took a lot of concentration to follow the instructions to not confuse the positioning of the parts. Basically, I have the model finished, and the base is left, which, however, consists of 5 pieces plus the finished bags, which I will paint separately. I will admit that I judged the…
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FT17 Meng background

Hull already glued together

I have already closed the hull – physically and figuratively. This means that the interior will not be exposed. Hence, the hatches at the front of the vehicle remain closed, which, for the rest, will make it easier for us to paint the camouflage. Here, the biggest disadvantage of the Meng kit is revealed, i.e.,…
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Zrób z nami model - reaktywacja pod postacią kanału na YouTube

Do a model with us – reactivation by the YouTube channel.

The sneak peeks of the work are only available to Patrons – You will receive this package free of charge for any purchases in our store if you are registered. Hello, after a long break! We announced a “make a model with us” contest for the MW Cup this spring. Simple fun: We make a…
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