This one was a good build adventure. There have many improvements over the original 1/100 scale Centuri kit format.
It took a little over 28 hours to assemble and paint.
Most builders would glue on the fins and mask afterwards. I didn't think I'd be able to get a clean mask if the fins were glued on before painting.
It's an impressive model and will look great standing next to the 1/100 scale Saturn V.
Gee Chris!: Another beauty!! Maybe I can gather up enough courage to build mine!
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J.W.
Thanks JHall!
DeleteGorgeous build. You are truly the 'Jedi Grand Master' of LPR !!
ReplyDeleteHi Ed,
DeleteThanks but I'm no Grand master - Check out some pictures of the international scale model competitions. Those guys are the true builders.
Awesome job! What paints were used in the finishing?
ReplyDeleteHi AAube,
DeleteDuplicolor Gray Primer/Filler was used before paint.
I seem to be constantly changing paint brands to find something consistent.
The Gloss white is Krylon Industrial Acryli-Quik paint from Grianger's. #K01501A07 This is not the Krylon you find at WalMart, is has to be ordered.
Black is Ace Hardware Premium Gloss Black #17004.
Silver details were hand brushed using a small bottle of Testor's silver.
Final clear flat coat is Krylon Clear, Matte, UV Resistant Spray Paint, #K01309007.
For final clear coats, be sure to get the UIV resistant so it won't yellow over time.
Thanks for this info, Chris. Its good to know that there were no compatibility issues between the paints and decals.
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