Looks like a great start back into the hobby. The paint job looks nice and I can't wait to see some more work from you.

 

Robert

Nice work for sure,Dragon Panthers build up nicely.

Very nice work.  Really like the camo.

First off, thank you for your service. Secondly, well done on your Panther. Your camo turned out nicely. I guess I wasn't aware that the Germans used three-toned camo in Italy, but suppose they did and I'm sure you researched it. I learned something new today. 

Thank each of you for your kind words.  

Honestly, my research was simply looking at online pics.  I relied on Dragon's research team for the most part, and I followed the painting guide supplied with the kit.  Their guide doesn't specify particular vehicles.  It simply gives an example of a scheme used by Panzer Regiment 26.  This particular regiment applied stand-off armor to the turret roofs of its Panthers.

Next up is a Dragon M4A1 76mm(W).  

Thank you,

Christopher 

Nice job. I like the camo and the sag on the tracks. I was surprised by the turret numbers on the back. I've never seen them there. A very nice build. Semper Fi.

Thank you, The track sag is a nice effect of Dragon's Magic Tracks. They were a bit of a pain, because they kept detaching. I didn't want to apply glue until everything was in place. They turned out looking right, so I'm happy with them in the end. The placement of the turret numbers seemed odd to me too. However, I couldn't find a reference online to refute or affirm the placement, so I went with the kit instructions. Dragon's Smart Kits really have some nice touches. Semper Fi, Chris

Thats a nice looking Panther. I do like the new Dragon panther kits, i have done a couple and they were lovely to build and really well detailed. You have done a good job on this one.

very nice. 

the DOOG has a tutorial on how he does indy track. i do modern wheels mostly but have done some indy track. i usually check the tightness of 2 links off the sprue. if they are tight good, if not i prome them and try again. if that seems tight i prime the links before building the track. i also cheat and tanks with side skirts. 

Sharp work! I love the camo pattern, came out perfect! 

This Panther turned out very well! I really like the camo pattern. Great job!

yes, just one more to add to the chorus here. Very nice work 

Thank you all for the very kind words. I'm glad you like the camo. I may have over-thinned the brown paint at first, and I had to smooth it out or cover it with green. After the camo, I had my doubts about its look, and I considered a repaint. Glad it turned out looking right to you gentlemen. I know you guys know your German armor. Semper Fi, Chris