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    DJM wish list thread

    in DJModels

    Posted · Edited by Eric & Gripper

    Well since the Q6 is on the cards

    We would have to request the the following in no particular order:

     J21 

     J25

     J26

     J71

     J73

     J77

    D20

    C6

    C7

    G5 

    G6

    AEROLITE WITH SALOON

    A6

    A7

    A8

    T1

    Q7

    Y1 & Y3

    SENTINEL RAILCARS

     

    PLEASE.

    Time to give the GWR modellers a run for there money.When Bachmann announced they would'nt touch the Q6 it was on the basis of it being too regional.then of course they produced the 72xx I rest my case.

     

    Best wishes for all your future projects Dave.

     

    Eric & Gripper.

    SDJR7F88's Weathering

    in Weathering, Painting & Transfers

    Posted

    comparing to TMC is rather damning with faint praise (IMHO).

     

    The standard of JR7F88's weathering is far superior I think.

     

    It was not my intention to damn the work of SDJR7F88 nor that of TMC.

    The techniques used have produced a similar look to that of TMC. The 9fs and Britannias on there ads have a similar range of colours and effects.

     

    SDJR7F88 is an accomplished painter, his airbrush work and weathering is top quality.

    If we cannot offer citique and support to one an-another how do we move forward.

     

    If we were to model Barry scrapyard in 1975 you would expect flat paint and an overall dry look.

    Pre 24/12/66 70018 would  have required water, oil and coal on a daily basis. The sooty look has been thoroughly covered with 70018.

    My recommendation was intended to bring it alive, as you would with a artitsts painting. Signs of damp and grease can easily be achieved with light brush strokes of various varnishes. leaky drain cocks,cyllinders and valves would be commonplace by 1966. Greasy wheels and valve gear which vary in tone from the boiler can also be achievd with a little satin varnish.

     

    Apologies if I have caused any offence. 

     

    Best regards

    Eric & Gripper.

    SDJR7F88's Weathering

    in Weathering, Painting & Transfers

    Posted · Edited by Eric & Gripper

    Well you could certainly give TMC a run for their money. The 'dutchman' is certainly comparable to some of there recent adverts

    My only criticism would be a lack of definition.

    It's all a bit flat / matt on an oily,damp and indeed dusty loco. It's the oily and damp bits you need to have a look at..

     

    Best regards

     

    Eric and Gripper.

    My detailing/repainting projects

    in Modifying & Detailing RTR stock

    Posted

    Such are the joys of producing locos for other people- you put your name to a repaint to the client's specification (they might not have asked for certain details to be removed as this would add to the time involved), then if the model is sold on or displayed, it's you that gets the bad name for not following the exact prototype.

     

    You also have a choice of colour for the rear of the cab roof, either light or dark grey (to match the roof), yellow, or more commonly- dirt.

     

    Once had a customer who insisted I had mispainted his Hymek in Two tone Green.Since according to him all the Hymeks had white skirts and he had the Black and white photos to prove it.

     

    100% genuinely true

     

    Great work keep it up.

     

    Best regards

    Eric & Gripper

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    Weathering with ink and weathering powders - O Gauge Ruston 48DS

    in Weathering, Painting & Transfers

    Posted

    Hello again Barry.

     

    As you can tell i am a big fan of your work. I probably love weathering as much you. All the different techniques we use to achieve "reality".It really is the Dark arts.

    I would wholeheartedly agree you can't expect an airbrush to create the depth and texture, that building up layers,creating highlights and shadows does for a model.

    Your work has that lovely feel and texture to it. Powders permanent or otherwise are definitely the answer to this texture in a world of Soot and pollution .,

    I tend to go down the permanent route.which isn't for everyone but stems from my military modelling background.I can appreciate the benefit you get from removable weathering.

     

    It does seem to have taken the railway modelling fraternity a long time to come to terms with weathering. It effects, (yours especially) are simply stunning and well worth the time and effort to finish this "reality". 

    It is often underestimated how much time and reference goes into weathering.since it isn't an official livery,but without it something is obviously missing.

     

    Keep up the excellent work sir

    For my own part I the  delivered finished wagons and was promptly given a box of green diesels and maroon Mk1s to "have a go at" happy days.

     

    Best regards,

    Eric & Gripper.

    Weathering with ink and weathering powders - O Gauge Ruston 48DS

    in Weathering, Painting & Transfers

    Posted

    Some fine work and skills on display here.As ever 

     

    I'm really enjoying this thread,and will in due course have a go.

    It is a baautiful method and closer to "art" than can be accomplished with an airbrush.

    Thanks again for explaining what have mysteries until now.

    The step by step is very good. I feel a trip to Hobbycraft is on the cards next time i'm in hull.

     

    Warmest regards (it speeds the drying time too)

     

    Eric & Gripper.



    I only wish my fingers would type as fast as my brain

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