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Im glad you reconsidered this kit. Before I bought two of the Takom kits, I had bought a couple of resin kits of this model made well before this Takom kit made by a well known resin kit and plastic maker from the Emerald Island, and THAT was terribly hard because I had to deal with warped parts as well as fill holes and due to poor resin pouring at the time of production, I had to get rid of excess resin and resculpt parts that then left gaps that had to be filled. It put me off kits by that company forever. With quality control that must have been totally absent it is too much risk. However their radio sets are still better than anything else on the market, and yet I am glad that I bought a supply of those before being turned off permanently. What I noticed before you made this video is that the EXCELLENT French company BLAST has come out with a lot of canvas, new seats and other goodies for the kit, as well as another company and I decided that since they had obviously built the kit in order to make their after market kits is that You must have been a bit too hard on the kit. Therefore I reconsidered and bought the very nice Blast Model after market kits and my Takoms came back off the shelf and into the upcoming builds. So I am glad you made this video to save your Butt! I note that after all your trouble, the build looks great as does the painting. Good work. As for me, no matter the problems, it won't be anything like that resin kit.
After all the issues during the build, you´ve really made a great little model out of that kit with the winter camo and the weathering! To touch on painting winter camo using white inks: Making a saturated and nicely covering coat as seen here might be very tedious, but I have this idea the the lower coverage-properties from those inks might come in really handy for a more "spotty" white-wash were translucency is a key feature. Combining several layers of ink with some hairspray and some rendering with thin white acrylics might give some really interesting results... Anyhow, keep up the work and have a great week 👍
We all get hit by the lazy painter bug. And that usually happens after A complicated build. The Weasel looks just perfect with A nice balance of paint, storage and weathering. And thanks for the tip on applying the snow. 🤗
Personally, I think this is a very successful vehicle, especially the camouflage is very nicely done, you used the sponge to create the mud effect and it is first made wet/damp.
Looks amazing,I am planning on Saving a shelf sitter also,in the form of Takom’s M60,and you made this one an absolute amazing result.I love the snow cumulation,and the weathering looks so realistic! Great job Clayton!👍
Nah,I wouldn’t say it isn’t a good kit,honestly as with most Takom kits,Like the Hetzer it is actually pretty nice,just I was a bit too ambitous originally when making it,and I just had to leave it,and it has been sitting their haunting me for about 9 months now,maybe time to do something about it as the holidays have began!I really recommend any of their M60s,very solid kits,and great fun,especially with all the ERA.
hello dear Clayton;the result of your work is stunning!the VMS liquid is a very good idea;i make my snow with PVA glue and baking soda and clear varnish; i'm satisfied with that;good journey;cheers Patrick
So like you, I bought this model on a whim, and then I watched your video on the build months back. Needless to say, you scared me a tad bit. So it remains in the stash. I’m hoping a company will design easier tracks for it. As of now, I’m not aware of any? The Weasel looks fantastic! Thanks for sharing!
I think if you go into the build with your eyes open your experience might be better than mine. I did consider having another attempt at this kit but have since thought better of it 😁
I had forgotten you started this project. I am glad you found the strength and desire to finish the project. It is a great paint job and has turned out to be a nice little vehicle. It is an iconic vehicle, but is no Tiger, Panther, Sherman, T-34, Etc... and I think that is the big problem. Throw on top construction issues and you have small intrest in the subject. Don't get me wrong, it is a unique vehicle, but there is so much out there right now and more to come, that the market is a bit crowded. I mean, I'm building the Bilbao armored car and I bet most don't know what it is. It is what it is. Anyway, great build. Happy modeling!!
I find joy in these smaller vehicles over the big cats, but you are right in terms of popularity etc. we are so spoilt for choice aren’t we. And yes, I know that armoured car. Interesting niche vehicle for sure ✔️
Amazing result! For the textured pastes I usually just add a few drops of water to the pot every time I open them, it seems to prevent the paints from drying out.
Never, ever,ever, give one moment of f*ck to someone who is criticizing your modeling skill. All that means is they have no self-esteem in their own abilities and are trying to reflect their pathetic inadequacies on you. Modeling is a journey and I enjoy all skill levels that have the guts to put it out there and try and help others in our hobby. Thank you for all you do. -Rob
Hey Rob - Thanks for the encouragement and support. I knew when I started making these videos I was exposing myself to criticism. It just comes with the territory. It used to really sting, but now I view it in a similar way as you. Honestly though...for the most part people are so awesome. This community is filled with such love and positivity. So many people have been willing to reach out and connect and share some really personal stuff with me...I am so grateful people are enjoying this journey with me. Thanks so much for connecting and joining in mate - I truly appreciate it - Clayton
Good video about your way to create this great model, Clayton. The result speaks for himself. Surely a nice template for something in this direction! Best wishes and a nice weekend. Joachim
Hi Clayton! The little Weasel looks great. The addition of stowage and a couple of tarps makes a big difference. Also the unique camo, and the very lightly applied winter paint and the weathering, makes the model stand out. I remember your build video of this vehicle, and the frustration associated with it, but you have turned the Weasel into a stunning model in spite of this. Makes me think about revisiting my own ‘Shelf of Doom’ to see what I can revisit. Great job mate, and cheers for now!
@@workbenchhobbies4316 - Hi Clayton. My own ‘Shelf of Doom’ has a couple of projects that reside there. One is a Tiger 1 from Tamiya, and the other is Panzer IV ‘B’, also by Tamiya. I built these when I first started back into modelling a couple of years ago, and while I don’t really have a problem with the build of either of these kits, I made a total mess of both the paint job, and weathering, on both. It was my first experience using the air-brush, and as a consequence, the paint is patchy, and the camo scheme on the Tiger is an absolute mess. The painting of the Panzer IV is not too bad, but I have ruined the look of the model with over-weathering I think. I have wanted to drag them off the shelf many times, to see if they can be resurrected now that I have a little more experience, but there is always another kit that takes priority. I will however give it a go, and I have some ideas that may just get them off the shelf and into the display cabinet. I will let you know the results. Cheers for now mate!
Yeah, watching people using it for that purpose sparked my interest in the ink, so I thought I’d give it a try. Still trying to get my head around it 🤞💪🙏
Interesting. Maybe I should have done a little more research. I’ll keep an eye on it. Maybe being suspended in the acrylic paste it won’t yellow? Talc…I actually did consider that. But settled on the baking soda. Thanks for you input 🙏
🤣 well…its not like there are a lot of options on the market…but I suspect this kit has broken a few modellers. Thanks for taking the time to comment 👍
Thank you to everyone for their generous support - the simple act of liking, subscribing and commenting helps me grow this content. If you'd like to support the channel in a greater way
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Or you could always connect with the community we are building over on the Patreon Page
www.patreon.com/user?u=87702055
Im glad you reconsidered this kit. Before I bought two of the Takom kits, I had bought a couple of resin kits of this model made well before this Takom kit made by a well known resin kit and plastic maker from the Emerald Island, and THAT was terribly hard because I had to deal with warped parts as well as fill holes and due to poor resin pouring at the time of production, I had to get rid of excess resin and resculpt parts that then left gaps that had to be filled. It put me off kits by that company forever. With quality control that must have been totally absent it is too much risk. However their radio sets are still better than anything else on the market, and yet I am glad that I bought a supply of those before being turned off permanently.
What I noticed before you made this video is that the EXCELLENT French company BLAST has come out with a lot of canvas, new seats and other goodies for the kit, as well as another company and I decided that since they had obviously built the kit in order to make their after market kits is that You must have been a bit too hard on the kit. Therefore I reconsidered and bought the very nice Blast Model after market kits and my Takoms came back off the shelf and into the upcoming builds. So I am glad you made this video to save your Butt! I note that after all your trouble, the build looks great as does the painting. Good work. As for me, no matter the problems, it won't be anything like that resin kit.
Guess that resin kit set the bar pretty low! The only way is up from here 😁👍
After all the issues during the build, you´ve really made a great little model out of that kit with the winter camo and the weathering! To touch on painting winter camo using white inks: Making a saturated and nicely covering coat as seen here might be very tedious, but I have this idea the the lower coverage-properties from those inks might come in really handy for a more "spotty" white-wash were translucency is a key feature. Combining several layers of ink with some hairspray and some rendering with thin white acrylics might give some really interesting results...
Anyhow, keep up the work and have a great week 👍
Thanks for the feedback and sharing your ideas. Would be an interesting experiment to try them with the chipping fluid. Might give that a go 🤔
We all get hit by the lazy painter bug. And that usually happens after A complicated build. The Weasel looks just perfect with A nice balance of paint, storage and weathering. And thanks for the tip on applying the snow. 🤗
😝🤣🤣 I’m glad I’m not the only one ☝️ Thanks for joining in 🙏
Personally, I think this is a very successful vehicle, especially the camouflage is very nicely done, you used the sponge to create the mud effect and it is first made wet/damp.
Thank you very much Danny. Glad you enjoyed the finished build 🙏☝️
Looks amazing,I am planning on Saving a shelf sitter also,in the form of Takom’s M60,and you made this one an absolute amazing result.I love the snow cumulation,and the weathering looks so realistic!
Great job Clayton!👍
Thank you. Glad you liked it. Haven’t seen the m60? Kit not good?
Nah,I wouldn’t say it isn’t a good kit,honestly as with most Takom kits,Like the Hetzer it is actually pretty nice,just I was a bit too ambitous originally when making it,and I just had to leave it,and it has been sitting their haunting me for about 9 months now,maybe time to do something about it as the holidays have began!I really recommend any of their M60s,very solid kits,and great fun,especially with all the ERA.
Great job on the Weasel, I am glad that I am not the only one with a "Shelf of Doom". Sometimes the inspiration hits when one least expects it.
We all have that shelf 😬
hello dear Clayton;the result of your work is stunning!the VMS liquid is a very good idea;i make my snow with PVA glue and baking soda and clear varnish; i'm satisfied with that;good journey;cheers Patrick
Thanks Patrick. I love that idea. I’ll definitely give that a try sometime! Appreciate you taking the time to share 🙏
@@workbenchhobbies4316 thanks you for your appreciation Clayton,your channel is very useful for me,cheers Patrick
Thanks again Patrick 🙏
So like you, I bought this model on a whim, and then I watched your video on the build months back. Needless to say, you scared me a tad bit. So it remains in the stash. I’m hoping a company will design easier tracks for it. As of now, I’m not aware of any? The Weasel looks fantastic! Thanks for sharing!
I think if you go into the build with your eyes open your experience might be better than mine. I did consider having another attempt at this kit but have since thought better of it 😁
This is great work and it was more than enough to get me to subscribe.
That’s awesome! Thank you. Welcome to the WBH Family 🙏👍
Your review of the M29 caused me not to get this version. I liked it but this video is very interesting. Thank you.
Think of the money I saved you 😁 Thanks for joining in Gary 💪😁
I had forgotten you started this project. I am glad you found the strength and desire to finish the project. It is a great paint job and has turned out to be a nice little vehicle. It is an iconic vehicle, but is no Tiger, Panther, Sherman, T-34, Etc... and I think that is the big problem. Throw on top construction issues and you have small intrest in the subject. Don't get me wrong, it is a unique vehicle, but there is so much out there right now and more to come, that the market is a bit crowded. I mean, I'm building the Bilbao armored car and I bet most don't know what it is. It is what it is. Anyway, great build. Happy modeling!!
I find joy in these smaller vehicles over the big cats, but you are right in terms of popularity etc. we are so spoilt for choice aren’t we. And yes, I know that armoured car. Interesting niche vehicle for sure ✔️
Amazing result! For the textured pastes I usually just add a few drops of water to the pot every time I open them, it seems to prevent the paints from drying out.
Oh! What a simple and great idea! Thanks for sharing. Will definitely give that a try 🙏
I added your channel to my FAVS 👍
Thanks Glenn. Truly appreciate your support 🙏
@@workbenchhobbies4316 you’re deserving of it excellent work!
Never, ever,ever, give one moment of f*ck to someone who is criticizing your modeling skill. All that means is they have no self-esteem in their own abilities and are trying to reflect their pathetic inadequacies on you. Modeling is a journey and I enjoy all skill levels that have the guts to put it out there and try and help others in our hobby. Thank you for all you do. -Rob
Hey Rob - Thanks for the encouragement and support. I knew when I started making these videos I was exposing myself to criticism. It just comes with the territory. It used to really sting, but now I view it in a similar way as you. Honestly though...for the most part people are so awesome. This community is filled with such love and positivity. So many people have been willing to reach out and connect and share some really personal stuff with me...I am so grateful people are enjoying this journey with me. Thanks so much for connecting and joining in mate - I truly appreciate it - Clayton
Like the liquid mask idea 🍻
Glad you liked it. Thanks for taking the time to comment 🙏
nice work she looks great keep them coming buddy
Thanks, will do! You guys keep watching them and Ill keep making them :)
@@workbenchhobbies4316 for sure bud 👍
Nice work!
Thanks for the visit 🙏
Good video about your way to create this great model, Clayton. The result speaks for himself. Surely a nice template for something in this direction!
Best wishes and a nice weekend. Joachim
Thanks Joachim. Appreciate your support mate 🙏
Great job!
Thank you! Cheers! 🥂
Hi Clayton! The little Weasel looks great. The addition of stowage and a couple of tarps makes a big difference. Also the unique camo, and the very lightly applied winter paint and the weathering, makes the model stand out. I remember your build video of this vehicle, and the frustration associated with it, but you have turned the Weasel into a stunning model in spite of this. Makes me think about revisiting my own ‘Shelf of Doom’ to see what I can revisit. Great job mate, and cheers for now!
Hey Gary! What’s on your shelf of doom that’s been calling you back? 🤔
@@workbenchhobbies4316 -
Hi Clayton.
My own ‘Shelf of Doom’ has a couple of projects that reside there. One is a Tiger 1 from Tamiya, and the other is Panzer IV ‘B’, also by Tamiya. I built these when I first started back into modelling a couple of years ago, and while I don’t really have a problem with the build of either of these kits, I made a total mess of both the paint job, and weathering, on both. It was my first experience using the air-brush, and as a consequence, the paint is patchy, and the camo scheme on the Tiger is an absolute mess. The painting of the Panzer IV is not too bad, but I have ruined the look of the model with over-weathering I think. I have wanted to drag them off the shelf many times, to see if they can be resurrected now that I have a little more experience, but there is always another kit that takes priority. I will however give it a go, and I have some ideas that may just get them off the shelf and into the display cabinet. I will let you know the results. Cheers for now mate!
Good luck 🤞
Great work persevering with this Clayton and finishing it. The Weasel looks terrific
Thanks Bruce. Appreciate your support 🙏
Strapped in to see how it went Clayton!
Loved the accessories & the combination of marking / colours & finish of the kit so far - can't wait for another part #finishhim
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Thanks mate. It’s not perfect but at least it’s interesting 🤨
It fought you every step of the way in the build video, you did a great finish in this video!
Hey Jamie. It sure did mate. Still not completely happy, but I think it will come together ok in a little scene 🎬
Well that had a happy ending. Nice return to the shelved kit. It looks awesome 💥👍💥
Thank you. I’m debating on a little vignette for it. Think it would be good to take it all the way 🤔
A suggestion, give a go at the Rye Field T-55A. A recent build of mine, I highly recommend.
Thanks for the suggestion. I’ve never built a RFM kit. I’ll have to check it out. Love the t55. 🙏
For it being a "Bastard", your words, you turned it into something very nice. Chin up!
Thanks Greg. It was easily one of the more tricky build I’ve ever completed…and I’ve built a few shockers! 🤣
I prefer using white ink exclusively for zenithal pre highlighting. My research has brought me to this conclusion.
Yeah, watching people using it for that purpose sparked my interest in the ink, so I thought I’d give it a try. Still trying to get my head around it 🤞💪🙏
Man, that stowage looks excellent
Thank you. I always painting stowage a chore…but actually enjoyed this one. Appreciate you joining in the conversation 💪🙏
15:10 i think baking soda is too reactive and can turn the snow yellow over time, have you tried talcum powder? Love your builds
Interesting. Maybe I should have done a little more research. I’ll keep an eye on it. Maybe being suspended in the acrylic paste it won’t yellow? Talc…I actually did consider that. But settled on the baking soda. Thanks for you input 🙏
Deconstructed brush? 🤔
I believe the technical term is a ‘buggered’ brush 😝😉
good thing i did not get this kit!
🤣 well…its not like there are a lot of options on the market…but I suspect this kit has broken a few modellers. Thanks for taking the time to comment 👍
Not a bad result Clayton, not my cup of tea, too small for my liking...
Hey John. I love these little subjects, but completely understand how some may not. Hope all is well in your world 💪💪
@@workbenchhobbies4316 All good Clayton, the kits are still here...👍
I was just speaking to my wife about those yesterday. Working out a plan of attack. Appreciate you thinking of me
@@workbenchhobbies4316 All good Clayton, I promised them to you and I'm a man of my word, thy are here when you can pick them up.