Thanks Manny, and I´m afraid this wasn´t the last model I´m adding to this project. Another vehicle is on the way...😉

OK Cool.

 

Semper Fi.

 

Manny

Just a quick update. I´m still working on the hull. Many small parts, lots of filling and sanding. The SdKfz doesn´t look very attractive at the moment.

 

 

 

 

Wow, I wouldn't have thought that you would have to do so much filling and sanding. But nice work.

Thank you! At least it has a gun now.

 

 

This will be my first Afrika Korps model for a long time. I did some research concerning the camo colors and learned that this is a real science. First I have applied dark grey primer. Before I´ll airbrush the desert camo I have prepared the SdKfz with Blue Tack and masking tape.

 

 

 

 

I see you using Blue Tack and I can only think of when I sometimes use 'Silly Putty'. BTW, nice priming job.

 

Semper Fi.

 

Manny

As I said, Afrika Korps camo pattern colors are a science. I ordered a set of 6 airbrush colors by Vallejo (DAK Colors) 1941-44 and a second one with British colors for the next project.

 

 

And used Camouflage Brown (RAL 8020) for the camo pattern.

 

 

You’re making good progress.  It’s coming along  nicely.  The masking technique is very interesting.  Like Manny said you’ were in luck to find those figures.  I am having a tough time finding new figures and kits.  A lot of the Tamiya, DML and other kits are out of stock indefinitely.

 

 

Thanks Dennis! Same over here but with DRAGON models, so my impression but I could be wrong.

Masking removed, much more work to do.

 

 

Tracks completed, decals applied. Detail painting and weathering are still ongoing.

 

 

So far, so good. Nicely done. 👍

 

Semper Fi.

 

Manny

 

Yesterday the Howitzer received a coat of matt varnish and buff color airbrush "fogging". Finally I applied MIG "Gulf War Desert" pigments to give it a dusty look. So I think it´s complete. I don´t know if it will be part of a dio. Meanwhile I received some new models and new projects are next in line. At least I´ll stay in the desert, then on the opposite side....

 

 

That looks great.  The dusty overspray is perfect.  Fine work buddy!  

21. Panzer Division we see.

 

We also see they used these French modified types in Africa. I only thought these were used in Normandy.

Thanks guys for your kind feedback!

I want to echo Dennis' response regarding the dusting overspray and the pigments. He looks like he's in Libya.

 

Semper Fi.

 

Manny

Found one more of the type in Africa, photoed in October 1942

 

Looks great!  Rich A. in Pa.