I’ve got a couple of those Marvel comic figures that Wal-Mart was selling a couple (few?) years ago. The problem I’ve got is that the seams on some of them are quite large. Probably close to 1/8" deep. What would be the best filler to use for that? I’ve read about people using Milliputt before for modifying figures. Would that work or should I try something else? I would just use some basic putty but I was hoping I might be able to get away with something that I could put on in one coat instead of several thinner coats. Or do I just need to suck it up and quit being so lazy. [:I] BTW, the figures are plastic, not vinyl.
Ray
Ray:
You can use putty or a thick, gap-filling superglue. You’ll find the supergluse will dry and sand a little smoother, but it can be harder to work with IMHO.
I use good old Testors putty (in several layers if needed) and good old Testors sanding films on gaps I encounter. The nice thing with figs, unlike a/c or cars, is there’s a little room for error and imprefection with filling seams. they’re less noticable on clothers (But I’m not sure about spandex tights…)
HTH
Nate
Wisc. USA
Use milliput as it doesn’t matter how thick it is, it will still cure. Also it does not shrink very much and can be smoothed with water.
modell masters red putty is a one component putty that can be thinned with a turpentine or nitro thinner, which i apply by means of a brush. so one can make smooth fillings with nearly no need for sanding it afterwards
Thanks for all the info, guys. It really helped a lot.
Ray