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T-55A ...OOTB
Pnzr-Cmdr
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Pennsylvania, United States
Joined: July 16, 2003
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Posted: Thursday, March 18, 2004 - 05:14 AM UTC
yes i had to build a kit OOTB.. not fun for me. so i'm thinking about submitting this model for the AGE build. tell me what you think, i still have t oadd the tracks and wheels






GunTruck
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Posted: Thursday, March 18, 2004 - 05:31 AM UTC
So far - I like it. I think you made a great choice with Tamiya's T-55. It is a very nice kit OOB. You have simple, thoughtful, and appropriate weathering on the model right now - it really doesn't scream out for more other than blending in the tracks and road wheels when you attach them to the kit.

I find the placement of the spare track link a little odd (on the Turret grab handle) - but that's okay if you choose to leave it in place. The unit marking (white circle) on the left side of the Turret looks unusual - like either the remnant of a wash around an air bubble underneath the decal. You might want to go back and rework the weathering in that area if you can.

Gunnie
WeWillHold
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Posted: Thursday, March 18, 2004 - 06:35 AM UTC
Lord Follicle aka Da AfterMarket Dude

Good looking attempt (as usual).

The only thing I would suggest is the turret decal looks a tad bright in the second pic, versus the weathering on the tank. You might want to consider a light dust coat on it---but that's just me---this is a good looking model!

I thought you built the KV-2 oob for the Age, dude? Either way, they are both winners.

Signed
Follically Challenged

Alpenflage
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Posted: Saturday, March 20, 2004 - 06:10 PM UTC
Your T-55A kit looks real good so far. Basic painting and weathering look fine. I think it will look better with road wheels and tracks once completed. Are you using kit tracks ?

One thing I find interesting is the light effects you have going in your photos. Is it intentional ? Either way I like it. Different background colors, and light tones, make the level of detail impressive.

Can't wait to see this T-55A completed ! I have one in-progress myself.

Good to go !

Alpen
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