Okay guys, here’s another ‘zaster (2 pics xtra pg 5)

[disastermaster]

WOW[#toast] What a beautiful build. The barb wire is sweet. And your weathering is very cool. Nicely blended. The rust and dirt really makes is stand out. But like said before the chain is a bit “big” looks like you could tow a maus with it. But other than that, [tup]

Keep up the great work.

Heya Moose,

Thanks for the big push. The chain’s no problem.

[disastermaster]

This is by far the best build I have seen around here for some time. High praise indeed given the submissions over the last several months…

Now tell me how it’s done! [dinner]

Thank you Robert…

Glad you liked my recent posting. I believe you’ll like my following build also as I’m gonna try and ace this one.

!http://th179.photobucket.com/albums/w281/happymidget_2007/smileys/th_happy.gifHope the next one reaches the same level of success and brings you some revelations you might find helpful…

[disastermaster]

Fabulous! The crusted mud is great.

Thanks Russ,

I’m always trying to stir up the mud, so to speak…

With you being an off road guy I just know you gotta love it!

[disastermaster]

Ya know, if you guy’s keep raising the bar like this I’m gonna need stilt’s[|(]

Outstanding D-man[bow]

STEVE!

(sounds like I’m talkin’ to myself)

When I originally read your reply !http://th155.photobucket.com/albums/s314/bookcafe/Emoticons/th_spit.gifI nearly choked…got a really good laugh, no kiddin’ …hilarious. Had to stop what I was doing for a 'sec.

Your remark was extremely encouraging and I appreciate it.

[disastermaster]

hey disastermaster,

love the weathering[^], love the barbed wire[^], love the overall colors[^], but most of all love the $5.00 price tag… PRICELESS![bow][bow][bow]

It’s great to see what’s possible! Trying to figure out what was used for the screens, was that PE? or scratched?[%-)] IMO, for what it’s worth[2c], I liked the soviet gun up top, sorry It had to be replaced. [BH]

Mobious

Okay Mr Byerly,

I’m glad there’s so much love in the air here. The response has been overwhelming what with the PM’s and all.

I’ve finally gotten to you with an answer. The screens?

So, here for all.

Back in the mid sixties my dad worked in one of the larger machineworks around here. I found a sheet of this copper stuff in my mom’s basement several months back. Well, apparently it’s been there for a long long time.

If you think the kit was cheap; the screening was free. Most all of what I add is scratch. I might try some PE some day but I always try to “do my own homework” so to speak.

For what it’s worth, I also liked the DG better. That plastic was very fragile. Anyway for $5 it was an acceptable trade-off.

Now… back to my tank build.

Thank ya sir…

[disastermaster]

As usuall, I think you created a masterpiece. It amaze me how you can dirty up your projects that much (in a very good way)

Outstanding job on the scratch barrel!

As said before, we require a WIP [;)]

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Thanks J,

I almost didn’t post it.

Another dirty one is on the way… complete with yet another homegrown barrel.

[disastermaster]

Very nice work all around DR, bravo! [tup]

The fact that you turned your own barrel with aluminum tubing alone makes this one a stand-out. I’ll echo the calls from the others to post a WIP/build log…would be great to share in the progress on these as well as the end result. [;)]

Thank you Bill.
The barrel thing really wasn’t that difficult. If you’re careful, (although you may have to add some additional detail) you can do it with about any WW2 barrel. Weapons with a muzzle brake require that you use or cut off the kit supplied one and attach it to the end of the barrel. My next build will also feature a do-it-yourself barrel too.

I’m trying to work up something here. We’ll see how it goes.

[disastermaster]

THUNK!!!

That was my jaw hitting the desk. I’ve seen some great models but this one takes great to a new meaning. DUDE- WHAT A MASTERPIECE! You have gotta be proud of this one. What sends me is that you only paid $5 for this kit and turned it into something above Smithsonian quality.

The barbed wire in the tracks really is a nice touch! That is a beautiful model. I am with everyone else- you are just going to have to do a WIP and share some of that knowledge.

My hats off to you. You have encouraged me to try harder. What a nice job!!!

“THAT” is an exceptional compliment and I really appreciate it too. I’m glad to have encouraged you to further your skills. Look forward to something coming in the future.

[disastermaster]

Everything they all said above. [#ditto]

Sorry I’m getting in on this one late, but I tried several times to load all the pics to no avail. Got too see the first couple, anyway. Awesome stuff DM! [#toast]

I’m truly sorry that you couldn’t bring all of 'em up. I’m on dialup too and it makes it just as difficult to post’em.
Thank you for your time and approval Mark…

[disastermaster]

One of the best models I’ve ever seen. You nailed it. Congratulations.

regards,

Steve

!http://th185.photobucket.com/albums/x249/katenoie/smileys/th_hka3nl3.gif....and I know you’ve seen many!

So, with that in mind I’m happy to see that you enjoyed it. Thank you for taking the time to look in and drop a comment here.

By the way, a really super P-47 'ya built there too.

[disastermaster]

Excellant on that used look…you need to let us know the techniques…

Did you use Mig products…

The look of rusting areas on the turret and the overall muddy look is great…truly inspiring.

Four Paws up

Hey stuart,
No migs here. I’ve never used them.
!http://th288.photobucket.com/albums/ll180/KareninSoCali/Emoticons/th_laughingdog-embed-embed.gif
Thanks for such a doggone good assessment…

[disastermaster]

Oh yeah baby!!! This guy definitely lives up to your name.

I am always impressed by the sheer variance of finishes exhibited on your builds.

Hey ZOK,
!http://thmg.photobucket.com/albums/v335/lina_inverse/smileys/th_Emoticon-44.gifGood to hear from 'ya.
I can only hope to impress you again with the next build!
Tank’ya, Tank’ya, Tank’ya…

[disastermaster]

Although overweathered to my taste and historical belief, your artistry in the method blows me away…TOP NOTCH work here…5 stars…

!http://th28.photobucket.com/albums/c202/Livvy82/Emoticons/th_thanx.gifWhat a generous comment, especially knowing you tend to like vehicles that are “less weathered” so to speak.
For me, it’s just a moment in time Eric. I’m sure no vehicle went through the entire war much less went through it looking the same all that time; but, at some point a vehicle is surely going to have a bad day.

Besides, the weathering adds another dimension to modeling and adds to the fun. That’s what it’s about for me.

Thanks a lot Manstein.

[disastermaster]

Absolutly beautiful work! Very top notch indeed!

Thanks John,
Comments like this keep me going! Sorry it took so long but I’m slowly catching up.

[disastermaster]

[tup] I can’t give you enough compliments on this build disastermaster.[bow][bow][bow]

Seriously, that is one epic build, and I hope my weathering can come out half as well as yours on the SU-76M I’m working on.

Yo michael!
Don’t worry, you just did.
Just keep on trying and “your day will come”.
Thanks a plenty…

[disastermaster]

I guess the guy who sold you this kit for $5.00 would have sold it to you cheaper if he saw this beat up, rusty tank that has gone from bad to worse! Great work!

Thank you constructor…

I’m really blown away with all the positive responses here.

[disastermaster]

Thats simply superb. Excellently finished and beautifully photographed.

Terry.

I did notice the barbed wire, but alas like others did not mention it. I did save the images on my PC to serve as reference of different finishings, yours is a superb piece of work.

Terry.

From one disaster guy to another.

!http://th74.photobucket.com/albums/i280/Phrozhen_Khold/Smileys/th_atyourservice.gifTHANK YOU!

Your comment is truely appreciated. I’m flattered with your plans for my pictures.

!http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b232/gluetank/Decorated%20images/th_T1-4-copy.jpg

[disastermaster]

Ok why wasn’t I told he knows how to build models?! That thing looks all real and stuff!

I’m going to go look at it some more now! I am envious of your mad skills! Stop it! [bow]

!http://th421.photobucket.com/albums/pp297/keng_113/Smileys/th_laughing024.gif

Glad it impressed you.

Now, quit lookin’ and go build somethin’…

[disastermaster]

Don’t pop over here often, but I kept seeing this thread in the “most recent post.” Man, am I gad I stopped by! That is absolutely stunning work, it just looks SO real! Seeing stuff like this makes me want to build another tank. I too would love to see your WIP. Again, beautiful ugly work! [^]

!http://th24.photobucket.com/albums/c38/michelle9118/Smileys%20and%20gifs/Celebrations/th_ovation-saute.gifGlad you could drop in.

Come by more often and see what you’re missing; it’s infectious. There’s a lot of fine tank builders here.

Your opinion is treasured and I thank you.

[disastermaster]

This weathering is simply on another level, I’m glad this one didn’t entirely pass me by even if I’m a bit late to the table.

There’s so many different weathering techniques on it that make up the unique finish, and it’s the exact look I try to replicate. All of the small details are just right, from IMO a nearly perfect green shade to the fantastic rust effects.

Better late than never Ian.

You’re right about the techniques.

You have a good eye to pick up on that too.