Handling larger scale figures for painting

[simon1969]

how would/do you guys mount the larger scale figures for painting?
For 1-35th / 54mm I tend to pin a foot (or both) and either hold them in a pin vice or I've got some short pieces of broom handle which I glue the pins into (pva)
but at the larger scales this gets very unwieldy (is that the right word?) especially if the figure is white metal!
Just wondering if anyone had any suggestions? (I've tried pinning the larger scale figures feet and holding them in a "Helping Hands" but that never seems to work for me either! )
Thanks (Guy? - I'm pretty sure you'll be the first to answer )
Simon

 

[Robin]

Hi

I use teh wire through the foot bit a good 2 cms in and out if you know what I mean on file handles with wooden blocks attched to them. I have made a base with metal rods coming out and drill out the handles so they slip over the top works great.

My explanation is not very good if you want pics let me know I will take some when I get home

Robin

BTW Simon where abouts in UK are you?

 

[simon1969]

Originally posted by Robin@Oct 17 2003, 04:02 AM
My explanation is not very good if you want pics let me know I will take some when I get home

Yes please!

BTW Simon where abouts in UK are you?

Click on my login name in the top left - I've put my location in

Simon

 

[simon1969]

Originally posted by Guest@Oct 17 2003, 04:13 AM
Hi Simon

Depends on what the figure is, but I have one of those screwdrivers with a thread on the end, I screw this in to a discreet place, or where it will be covered by something. because it does leave a major hole.

Richard

I think I know what you mean!? Like a bradawl, right?
Might try that
Cheers
Simon

 

[Robin]

no probs if the gremlins go away and the vpn's atart working again I will be home about 6.30, will post you some then, once I have taken em .

Robin

 

[Robin]

Sorry took so long but been busy

http://www.grenadier.f9.co.uk/storm/DSCN0929.JPG

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My way of holding larger figures, well smaller figures too.

Robin

 

[simon1969]

See, now I understand!!
Thanks Robin, now I have to go into the "Garage of Doom" to look for any file handles the previous occupier might have left behind!!
Cheers
Simon

 

[Guy]

Hello Simom,
I've been a little slow on the draw today in responses. I use a 2"x2"x2 1/2" block and peg my figures through the feet. If a large figure comes in 2 pieces (at the waist) I will peg each seperately to avoid the weight. Any questions I'll post a picture. I also use an elevated swing platform (originally designed for computor monitor) to bring the figure closer for detail work and as an arm rest with heavier white metal figures.

Guy

 

[simon1969]

Originally posted by GuyHerrick@Oct 21 2003, 07:08 PM
I also use an elevated swing platform (originally designed for computor monitor) to bring the figure closer for detail work and as an arm rest with heavier white metal figures.

Now, you see, that is a brilliant idea! I have one of those sitting here at work gathering dust!
I think I've got enough good ideas from everybody now to "mix&match" to find my perfect solution!
Thanks Everybody!!
Simon