MattMcK.
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- Joined
- May 10, 2005
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Hello all-
I just got this one in, despite my promise to stop buying until I paint what I have (ha ha!). When I saw Jeff’s posting of it here I knew it was a must-have, as I liked the Italerai WLA kit, but always feel figures are what makes a model live. Jeff shipped speedily from Hong Kong in a well-wrapped box that survived a rainy day in an open mailbox (thanks postman!).
The box top has instructions to adapt the saddle mount so the figure sits properly. Pieces are well cast in grey resin, with only the casting blocks to remove. Casting is sharp, and mold lines are minimal, with the exception of one running along the back. It’s right out in the open, so should be easily addressable. Joints have a rough surface that should provide lots of area for adhesive to join the parts. They look to come together relatively smoothly, so a bit of putty will make them disappear.
With a little luck, I’ll push this one to the front of the build pile. The large 1:9 scale size will make this one to work with the airbrush before the palette comes out. He has a serious but cocky demeanor that will bring lots of great attitude to the finished product. I’d rate this one a solid ‘A’ but recommend it for builders & painters with at least moderate experience, considering there is the bike to build as well. It would make a nice bust too, if you’re listening Jeff!
Best to all!
Matt
I just got this one in, despite my promise to stop buying until I paint what I have (ha ha!). When I saw Jeff’s posting of it here I knew it was a must-have, as I liked the Italerai WLA kit, but always feel figures are what makes a model live. Jeff shipped speedily from Hong Kong in a well-wrapped box that survived a rainy day in an open mailbox (thanks postman!).
The box top has instructions to adapt the saddle mount so the figure sits properly. Pieces are well cast in grey resin, with only the casting blocks to remove. Casting is sharp, and mold lines are minimal, with the exception of one running along the back. It’s right out in the open, so should be easily addressable. Joints have a rough surface that should provide lots of area for adhesive to join the parts. They look to come together relatively smoothly, so a bit of putty will make them disappear.
With a little luck, I’ll push this one to the front of the build pile. The large 1:9 scale size will make this one to work with the airbrush before the palette comes out. He has a serious but cocky demeanor that will bring lots of great attitude to the finished product. I’d rate this one a solid ‘A’ but recommend it for builders & painters with at least moderate experience, considering there is the bike to build as well. It would make a nice bust too, if you’re listening Jeff!
Best to all!
Matt
