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Finished Ish

Si — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Right then. I've done a lot of detailing on this one and I'm pretty happy with it. Only thing I could do with adding is detail under the skirts.

It now has hatches, some exhaust work detail at the back, stowage, of course skirts with hinges and the like. Rivets too, bought a new punch though it's a bit naff, will look into alternatives. Just noticed this second someone's nicked one of my rivets. I swear you can't put anything down in this place, will have to replace that.

Decided not to go with a secondary weapon, heavy bolter or storm bolter. I like the low profile and didn't really want to alter the shape. I'm happy with how it looks. What is surprising is how well a battlecannon looks in that slot, so perhaps a future version might be on the cards. For now, I'm off to sculpt some Praetorians and stick this project in the "waiting to be painted" pile. Tis a big pile.

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Project Overview

Si — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Whilst watching Tank Overhaul on uk history channel I got inspiration to make a new tank. This is the result. The premise is a lighter, faster version of the salamander. I guess I thought if I was making a scout tank, I certainly wouldn’t start with the 38tonne monster which is the chimera. I know I know, stc, heresy, blah blah. But still, it’s a beast. So I started prodding plasticard and several hours later..

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Ready for detail

Si — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Ok then. The basic shape is done. After three attempts the tracks are on. They're not entirely the same as each other, but close enough. shh.

I want to add some skirts onto the track guards. Not full height, about a third of the height. Just saves me having to detail the full area, and will make it look slightly more substantial.

Lots of details to add to the top, but it's started. I have a little pile of bits ready to go on as well. Unfortunately can't add rivets until I replace my now expired leather punch. I guess they're not designed for punching plasticard.

Getting there. And actually enjoying coming back to the hobby so that's all good.

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