Italeri M110A2 -- FINISHED PICS!

Very nice.  The paint and weathering came out great.  I was going to mention the breech block as well.  If you can't figure it out, let me know, I have a resin copy of one from another kit (AFV Club M40 I think) that is close enough to look the part.  I can send one if you need it.  

Here is the resin breech block on my M43.

Karl thats a very fine build. The way you attacked every little detail speaks volumes of your skill. Thanks for sharing it.

Hey the doog!

Awesome model!, what else can we say from a Master?

I liked so much!.

I really dont have anyhting to say that could improve it.

Best weathering I have seen in a looooong time.

I would only complain on not having the weathering photos.....you just don want to share the obscure secrets of the business... 

very nice karl.

HeavyArty

Very nice.  The paint and weathering came out great.  I was going to mention the breech block as well.  If you can't figure it out, let me know, I have a resin copy of one from another kit (AFV Club M40 I think) that is close enough to look the part.  I can send one if you need it.  

Here is the resin breech block on my M43.

And thanks for the offer on the breech, but it looks like a simple enough scratchbuild--just a cylinder with a few other styrene additions and some filing for rifling effect. I'm sure I can manage it----I'll post a pic when done. Thanks again!

Thanks, jibber, and waynec, for the kind compliments! I appreciate you taking the time to stop in!

garzonh

I would only complain on not having the weathering photos.....you just don want to share the obscure secrets of the business... 

As far as the weathering photos--usually I'm always very helpful and try to illustrate nearly every aspect of my techniques and the products I use in my builds. However, this model spanned the time period of a lot of stress for me---traveling, recording a record, personal projects on the side, and hunting for a new house. LOTS going on--so when I got a chance to sit down and model, I wanted to indulge myself in it without distraction--and that was a welcomed break for me.

I know that there are indeed some modelers who don't want to share their techniques--I've seen them myself on this very forum--but that's definitely NOT me! You can research some of my other builds here and learn a lot from my models, if you take the time to read through the posts.

great finish Karl,came out real nice.

Another trophy piece Karl!

What a STUNNER Karl!!  I'm an arty newb and don't know a darn thing about screwy breech blocks or MERDEC paint schemes or how big a 240 lb artillery shell is, but I do know a BEAUTIFUL model when I see one abd she's got the BIGGEST GUN I've ever seen on tracks!!  Honestly, you did a marvelous job all around, an inspiration for all the forum members!  Assembly, camo, weathering....perfect!  I'm so glad I got back in time to see this one done! 

Another fine effort Karl!  The only thing missing is a 1/35 scale squirrel sitting on the muzzle break.

Brian

Beautiful work all around on this monster Karl!

Tojo, Ibuild48, Ernest, Brian, and Bill, thanks all around, guys! I appreciate you looking in and taking time to leave a nice comment!

Ernest---it's good to have you back here. I"m looking forward to see what new, fantastic build you're going to present!

Brian--if you come across a 1/35 squirrel, you let me know, ok?!

Bill---congrats on another Finescale cover story! Another fine model and you surely must be FSM"s most frequently-published author by now? Good deal!!!

Very nicely done, doog. I like the weathering and grunge a lot.

the doog

Brian--if you come across a 1/35 squirrel, you let me know, ok?!

Well, since you asked............

http://www.milminwh.com/mantis_animals.htm

Second set down, MAN-35009 Animal set 2.  Unfortunately at the moment they are out of stock.

Brian

I'm not well versed in modern equipment, but was certainly  worth taking a gander at -  this really is a great job.  I specially like the  effects on the back blade.

regards,

Jack

the doog

Bill---congrats on another Finescale cover story! Another fine model and you surely must be FSM"s most frequently-published author by now? Good deal!!!

Thanks Karl! I don't know about that, just keep trucking along as usual...don't know how to do it any other way!

Very nice work Karl you've done it again.

Almost missed the finish but better late than never right?

Tony lee

jgeratic

I'm not well versed in modern equipment, but was certainly  worth taking a gander at -  this really is a great job.  I specially like the  effects on the back blade.

regards,

Jack

Tony,

Thanks, buddy. Not a problem with the late look--we know you're busier than any two of us put together here! No one has the output of "The Master"!

Thanks for stopping by and checking in!

RBaer

Very nicely done, doog. I like the weathering and grunge a lot.

New Hampshire

the doog

Brian--if you come across a 1/35 squirrel, you let me know, ok?!

Well, since you asked............

http://www.milminwh.com/mantis_animals.htm

Second set down, MAN-35009 Animal set 2.  Unfortunately at the moment they are out of stock.

Brian

Doog - I know I've said it before, but fantastic work!!!

Are there any recommended or well known scale stencils, primarily for lettering.  Example, I want to spray stencil "NO STEP" on a surface.  My freehand might not be so great.  I suppose I could cut some out, but that is just one more detail job that can consume time.  Any leads are appreciated.

Wonderful work!

Ken

Ktkrow

Are there any recommended or well known scale stencils, primarily for lettering.  Example, I want to spray stencil "NO STEP" on a surface.  My freehand might not be so great.  I suppose I could cut some out, but that is just one more detail job that can consume time.  Any leads are appreciated.

You can buy home computer decal paper and make your own using any graphics or word-type program.  Check here:  http://www.papilio.com/inkjet%20waterslide%20decal%20transfer%20paper%20media.html

You can also check Archer Fine Transfers.  They make some premade stencil and placard sets.  They also have individual letter sets.  http://www.archertransfers.com/

Dry Transfer work great for some stencils, as long as the surface is not too irregular. And no gloss coat is needed in preperation for dry transfers. Verlinden makes some good ones in addition to the Archer ones mentioned.

all the work and paint made a very realistic build. Well done

Really pleased to see the finish. Some very neat painting on all of those detail bits/pieces.

Very steady pair of hand,that's for sure.

I do like 'BIG' guns and that is one big gun...cheers....Kenny  

Ktkrow

Doog - I know I've said it before, but fantastic work!!!

Are there any recommended or well known scale stencils, primarily for lettering.  Example, I want to spray stencil "NO STEP" on a surface.  My freehand might not be so great.  I suppose I could cut some out, but that is just one more detail job that can consume time.  Any leads are appreciated.

Wonderful work!

Ken

Thanks, too, SprueOne!!!

And Kenny too---thanks for looking in and leaving a kind comment!

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Guys,

I have decided to forgo the building of the breech--I figured that it would look rather incomplete with the barrel itself lacking a true "barrel" with its characteristic grooving and reciprocal "screw" parts to match the breech. I also would have had to break off and move the handle if it was open--"down" is "open".---should have thought of it before.

Having thus decided, I realized that I'd missed painting some details, so I added them in--mostly the firing button, stenciling and labels here. It really makes the build "pop" though. Here's two quick photos. This completes the model...

Thanks again guys. Everyone who has weighed in or will from here....I am sincerely grateful for the friendly accolades and comments!

On to the next build!

the doog

Dang, man...that is HOT! I'm going to have to read back to see how you dealt with the resin replacement tracks - just cracked into a Testors (Italeri) M107 and will be using the same ones.