I am working on Revel’s Merlin 101 and had to sand some joints so that you cannot see some gaps. Although I can re-scribe any panel lines, the problem is the raised rivet details. In 1:72 scale they are extremely small. All the rivets are raised so I don’t thing a rivet roller will help (or would/could it?) What would be he best technique to get these rivets back. I was thinking of using dots of super glue, but worry about lining them straight and even? (is that the best method?)
Other than simulating rivets with a pounce wheel, you could try these:
http://www.archertransfers.com/
They are tiny resin dots printed on clear decal film. I have not tried them, but have a project that requires extensive raised rivets so I’ll be getting some. Download their catalog and print it out “actual size”, as they have 1:1 patterns shown. Look at the N-Gauge (1/160) stuff, as they are probably your best bet to get something that matches.
Good luck!
AHA !
You got a very good answer . I have those ,supplied by a client .Totally awesome .There are sizes that will definitely help you .
If you have sheets of dry transfer lettering, and do not use many periods, the small font periods make nice rivets- basically the same as above stuff. Another way to make small rivets is with white glue. Pour a little on some scrap, dip end of toothpick in it, then on model surface. Don’t make them too big- many kits with non-flush rivets- even good expensive kits- have very oversize rivets.
Hello Don !
Did you know that the best white glue to use for rivets is Aleens Tacky Glue . Because it is so thick you can make thousands of scale rivets for a Titanic model . Look great too !