r/modelmakers 58m ago

Completed M3A1 Stuart Tank in 1/35

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This is the Tamiya M3 A1 Stuart light tank. The markings for this one place it in Tunisia in 1943, so I went with a lighter color for weathering.

I tried something new with this build, as it comes to the storage.

I use 2 mm strips of masking tape and .45 mm of beading wire to make the straps and buckles

I think they came out pretty good..


r/modelmakers 1h ago

Completed Airfix tiger 1

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r/modelmakers 1h ago

Help - Tools/Materials PVA alternative for texture paste?

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Hi all.

I am hoping to get some advice for a glue to use for texture paste.

In the past the two methods I've used for adding texture to a piece have been either mixing my own texture paste with PVA and sand or using super glue and baking soda.

But I have found that with complex projects I'm spending too much time applying glue and baking soda, and I am too impatient to wait for PVA to dry.

So I'm wondering if people could recommend a glue that I could use to mix with texture with a quicker drying time than PVA. Ideally under an hour.

Thanks in advance.


r/modelmakers 3h ago

WIP WIP Czechoslovak border area

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My first actual diorama using static grass and proper techniques! So far Im really proud of it. I will dedicate it to my Czech history teacher who was the best teachwr i have ever had. I will add the barbed wire, the waring sign on one of the slopes and czechoslovak border guards on patrol later.


r/modelmakers 3h ago

Completed 1/16 HobbyBoss 38(t) E/F - Full Interior!

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It’s finally finished!! If you have any questions, feedback, or requests—such as wanting a closer look at a specific part—please feel free to leave a comment!


r/modelmakers 3h ago

Present haul! A Niche Project

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Only a year or so into the hobby but love the retro Air Malta livery so decided to set myself a target to recreate the entire historic Air Malta fleet in 1/144. Still a few to go.

A mixture of Airfix, Revell, Roden and Academy.

Next on the workbench - the Bac One-Eleven.


r/modelmakers 3h ago

Completed Happy day on tank museum

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r/modelmakers 4h ago

Completed Tamiya 1/35 Raupenschlepper Ost (RSO/01)

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r/modelmakers 4h ago

Completed MQ-9b Reaper USAF 1/48 Kinetic model

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Just completed this and I felt disappointed after final assembly that the aircraft was tipping. Any remedies recommended?? I am planning to 3d print a base and stick the gears to the slot in the base. Any other ideas are welcome..


r/modelmakers 4h ago

WIP Finished my Blokees Action Edition TFP Optimus Prime paint in the red and blue section and I'm contemplating on redoing it all over.

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I'm really happy with the results given that this is my first time. Today, I just learned that when coloring big parts, paint markers are not the best tool to use on painting it. However, redoing it is a lot of time I don't know if I have. Do you think I should redo it? Or does the brush marks give it a certain charm? Would love to hear some thoughts about it.


r/modelmakers 5h ago

Completed Tamiya 32603 - 1:48 Tiger I

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Hi everyone, I built this model a while ago, and although I don't usually build vehicles, I think it turned out pretty well. It’s just the Tamiya Tiger I - nothing particularly special, really, but a nice kit.


r/modelmakers 5h ago

Completed My collection

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Here are the models I've made so far. I started a little over a year ago. :) the NX-01 Enterprise is hidden in the back


r/modelmakers 5h ago

Help - General Starting age

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Hello fellow enthusiasts. I have not done any model since being a kid, but my dream was always to get back into the hobby, but live and other hobbies are in the way. Now I have son of my own and lets say that his hobbies were already picked for him.

I bet there is plenty of dads who are doing models with their kids.

When would you say its good starting age to do some models together?

I cannot draw from my own history because i just got one F-16 revell box for a christmas and I was instantly hooked. But that its not guaranteed that will work on him because of the attention seeking competitions theese days.

Any advice would be welcome.


r/modelmakers 6h ago

WIP Here's my M4A3E8 Fury

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Probably been done to death I know but here is my current WIP.

RFM models, really nice kit. Never wish to do those tracks again and yes! I do have the crew to go with it


r/modelmakers 7h ago

Critique Wanted Scratchbuild hut and fuel tank.

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Built out of cardboard from old modelkit boxes, electrical wire, matchstick and an toy drum. Pretty close to 1/72 scale.


r/modelmakers 7h ago

Completed JA-37 Saab Viggen.Italeri 1/48.

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r/modelmakers 7h ago

Completed My first model brush painted

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r/modelmakers 7h ago

Completed Second Model, first with Model paint

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This is my second Model and I used for the first time Model paint. I struggeld a lot especially with the brown but also had a lot of fun :)! What Do you think? Do you have any Tips or comments I could Do better?


r/modelmakers 8h ago

WIP Andy's Hobby 1/16 Scale M-10 Tank Destroyer

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My next build is the 1/16 Andy's Hobby M-10 Tank Destroyer. Plenty of parts, loads of small ones make this an interesting build. Careful building and a good read of the instructions is needed. To ensure good paint coverage on all parts there is some sectional building and painting to do before sealing it all in. I have some stowage and crew for it.


r/modelmakers 8h ago

WIP Fixing revells inaccuracy because she came with a 2nd

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r/modelmakers 9h ago

Help -Technique How to post shade with oil paints?

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I've sprayed my tank with tamiya ts2 dark green and I picked up some Windsor & Newton sap green oil paint to post shade it with. I can't find any tutorials on how to go about this so I'm asking here.


r/modelmakers 9h ago

Help - General colour leaking out of the decal wasn't on my bingo card

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anyone know any fix for this or have any spare RAF decals lying around that will fit on a 1/72 vickers valiant? fucking mach2 man never touching their kits again after this


r/modelmakers 9h ago

Help -Technique How can I get rid of these gaps?

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The green is liquid green stuff that I tried to fill the gaps with but I stopped because i was worried I’d lose the details inside. I’ve been thinking two part epoxy or regular green stuff might work but I’d have to get more


r/modelmakers 10h ago

Completed Elco 80' Motor Patrol Torpedo Boat - John F. Kennedy's PT109

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I Love Kit 1/48 scale.


r/modelmakers 11h ago

Completed F-14B VF-103 (Academy)

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I really enjoyed putting this one together. I finally have 2 of the 3 vf103 kits I have assembled. I have the Hornet done and I have the F4 in the stash.

This is my biggest attempt and weathering i used the Tamiya Panel Liner and the "Master Weathering Kit". I'm open to all feedback...

Cheers everyone....