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Mark, you can't imagine how true that rings to me today :lol: ! Suffice it to say that this is a day I'm glad I went through, but I hope never to go through again (you had to be there)! Thanks for the response. Dave, thanks for the advice. I was thinking I probably didn't do enough to prevent...

Robert, I'm still quite a beginner, but I have had some experience modifying metal kits. I haven't had any problems being able to carve details into the metal. I've used Xacto blades and dental tools reground into small chisels and knives. It takes a little care, but it is possible to achieve...

Mark, That's definitely a different Batman! Not the one I remember from the rather embarassing TV show of the 60's or 70's. Since you did him with an airbrush, perhaps you can answer a question for me (if he was painted with acrylics that is!) What procedure do you use to clean your airbrush...

Einion, I had a similar "problem" with Pegaso's ashigaru arquebusier. The kit is billed as 90mm, but when placed next to Poste Militaire 90mm kits, he is a goliath. He measures out (a bit tricky 'cause he's crouching) to around 120mm-- 30% larger! (not that I'm complaining,of course!) I...

Don't know of a European source, but they can be ordered through Michigan Toy Soldier. They also carry the Nimix-Kenox brand. Mike

Carlo, The problem of "scale" in regards to figure modeling can be a difficult one, and perhaps "size" would be a more accurate term. Figure sizes were not developed in the same way as were scales for other modeling subjects, but rather came from toy soldier manufacturers. Early military flats...

Thanks for posting this wonderful photo, Quang ;) ! I've been so buried at work of late, it was a great escape to see so many smiling faces, and to be able to put a face to all you folks whose posts I've enjoyed following. I bet y'all had quite a time! Mike

Dave, I have to agree with the others, this is one of the better executions of this figure that I have seen. The armor is particularly striking. Mike

Roy, You did a wonderful job on him :thumb: ! Please let us know when he will be released commercially. Mike

I came across this video on figure sculpting. The results are a bit crude by our standards, but the technique can't be beat! :lol: Mike

This reminded me of a similar scene regarding aircraft modeling:

Roman, I had a bit of trouble with the translated commentary accompanying your pics, but your work speaks for itself. That's a masterful handling of "monochrome"! Beautiful work. Mike

Roy, This is quite an impressive sculpture-- lot's of character. I hope it will be commercially released. Mike

Roy, I've been buried at work for the last 6-7 months, and have only recently found the time to visit the planet again. What a treat to find these posts on your ronin! Personally, I like the middle head the best, but I agree with Pete-- it's amazing how the hair can change the character of the...

Lou, I'm enjoying your polls, keep them coming! I checked "convert kits", but that's not accurate. I collect kits, and generally "tweak" them to suit my tastes, and am attempting to learn sculpting from scratch. Alas, major work hassles (I got a promotion-- lucky me!) have kept me from doing...

For me, The weaknesses are eyes and highlighting/shading. I feel fairly comfortable with my conversion sculpting skills and detailing skills, but the painting skills still cause me grief :( . Mike

Eduardo, The Aerodrome forum is a great site for WWI avition questions. I also check Amazon.com when I want information on books. Many of their listings have been rated by customers who own the books. There is no customer rating for Aces and Airmen Of World War I, but The First Air War: The...

Merry Christmas planetFigure!

I can certainly relate to that, although in my case it would be lazy coworkers, a sheriff and supervisors who still haven't figured out why they were voted out of office, and too many coworkers out sick. The overtime is grinding down the rest of us as we work through the final two weeks until...

Orlando, The Aves Apoxie Sculpt can be purchased online here. Mike