Just simple ruler and sharp cutting knife. To make it symmetrical, just use the same geometry from one side to the other and then cut both identical pieces individually. Put them together temporarily with tape and sand them together.
Ok thanks for the info. Is there a brand or blade type you recommend?
What is the thickness of your styrene? Sorry about the questions I just have tried many ways of getting good symmetrical pieces and have always had issues.
I’m using 0.5mm plaplates for the thin panels on top while using 1.2mm plates underneath for a sturdier build. I use tamiya extra thin cement to bond them together.
As for the knife, i merely use an off the shelf hobby knife. nothing fancy. I actually cut my plates really oversized first, then use one cut to shave off the corners. i avoid using…[Read more]
Base color applied. Sadly I forgot to take photos of the pre-shading which was done after the primer, you can see its effect on the subtle differences on the tone of the color. Looking good!
Didn’t have enough time to tinker with anything before work today, but I am really enjoying this new hobby of mine and wanted to play with the model. I still have lots to do. Here are some neat pics I took.
So I’ve finally finished my MG GM Custom with the exception of some pinning I’ll need to do to make the weapons stick in the hands. I’m on the fence about my plan to do a…
Im still so far behind on my build of this kit. Been trying to scribe some panel lines into it. I want to change the shield placement on the hand also. I might just end up using the plug from another GM kit.
quick update of general proportions/look of Gundam Nebula (may change name, dunno yet). Cut and extended the yellow section of torso, modded the stomach for movement and added…
oh and a question- do you think I should jump up to advanced category? I chose intermediate not realising the kit would need some of the advanced stuff I’ve had to do mods wise and can’t help but feel it doesn’t fit into intermediate anymore
Hello Everyone! I have already been working on my model since January 25th I’ve just haven’t had the time to post since I wanted to finish the custom first. I am almost done with my custom HG Gundam Barbatos!
A little late to the party but finally have a chance to get started on the Hi-V. Since I don’t have too much time left and I’ve never done water slides before I’ll probably stick to just a straight build.