Wednesday, November 8, 2017

SW1500 Project: Part One

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.

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.

Round one complete...
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