August was the last time I posted...I believe this makes post number eight of the year. Next year there will be improvements, that is a promise!
Onto yet another new project this time. I figured it was high time that I started to get a feel for priming and decals with my small lineup of projects at various phases. I picked up an Athearn SW1500 shell, Model Master grey primer, and CDS VIA dry transfer decals. There really was no rhyme or reason as to why I purchased that particular shell or even the decals, other than the fact I paid $18 for the lot at Maritime Hobbies & Crafts.
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| SW1500 shell, Model Master grey primer, CDS VIA Rail decals. |
The first step was to physically wash the shell in warm water and dish soap and then let it air dry. After the washing and drying was completed, I used latex gloves from then on to handle the model. Since I don't have an air compressor, nor a paint booth yet, I opted to brush the primer on. It was a good learning experience, however I cannot wait to be able to prime with an airbrush. With anything, the main ingredient needed is time. I found some in the past couple days, and the photos below show the progress.
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| Round one complete... |
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| Round two complete...ready for paint! |
Stay tuned for updates in the near future (realistic near future and not three months down the road)!
- Caleb
