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Updating an Italeri M4A1

a build story by Lauren Blakley
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Conclusion

I am my own worst enemy when it comes to building models. I cannot remember when I built a kit OOB. The next one will be. Yah, Right! I am happy with my results, but doubt I will build 2 models at once. I am learning new skills every day and these two tanks were the first for resin and acrylic paint. I like acrylics due to the more pleasant smell and ease of cleanup. Enamel paints days are numbered.

References

Squadron/Signal M4
Sherman in Action
Concord’s The Sherman at War, The US Army in the ETO 1943-45
Armorama.com

Kits Used

Italieri M4A1
Ft. Duquesne M4 Sherman Wheel Set
AFV VVSS set
AFV Rubber Chevron Tracks
Elefant 76mm Barrel
Aber M4A1 Detail Set
Tank Workshops Tank Tool Set
AFV Track End Connector Extenders (duck bills)
MV Headlight Lenses
Self-hardening Model Clay

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About the Author

About Lauren A. Blakley, ATC, U (Chief)
FROM: WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES

I started modelling when I was 6 and with a few short breaks here and there due to the Navy, I pretty much havn't stopped. Started with cars, ships, aircraft and then armor. Can't say which is my favorite. Spend most of my time in the navy in the Reconnaissance "Shadow War" business and am looking f...


Comments

Kencelot
A wonderful read and build there Chief!!! I love it! :-)
AUG 13, 2002 - 10:32 AM
cfbush2000
Nice work Chief! And you solved a problem for me. I had a tail light drop off my Italeri M8.I don't even know when or where. Time to make a tarp to drape over the right rear fender. Thanks Chief
AUG 13, 2002 - 10:38 AM
Tin_Can
Nice job Chief.
AUG 13, 2002 - 12:05 PM
Envar
Nice article, wonderful model! I like especially the weathering, it´s awesome! Toni
AUG 13, 2002 - 01:18 PM
sgtreef
Nice one Chief. I like the humor part especially about the bird. Is it a Parrot by chance?
AUG 13, 2002 - 07:38 PM
Chief
Nope, he is a nasty little parakeet and tries to bite me whenever I get close to his cage. I can whistle back and forth with him, but never get close to the cage.
AUG 13, 2002 - 09:58 PM
210cav
Chief--well done, very interesting aproach to completion. The AFV Rubber Chevron Track is really eye catching. Good job. DJ
AUG 13, 2002 - 10:14 PM
GunTruck
Chief - I like this one too. I especially love the big old chrome yellow codes from that time period. I'm doing my first M4 the same way... Gunnie
AUG 14, 2002 - 06:07 AM
Chief
Gunnie, If its anything like your previous work, It'll be a winner!!!!!!!!!!!
AUG 14, 2002 - 10:51 AM
generalzod
Very good looking M4A1 Chief Isn't photo etch and indy links fun?
AUG 14, 2002 - 09:02 PM
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