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Charbroil
« on: June 01, 2010, 02:14:55 PM »


Hey,

This is the first time I tried my hand at painting. I didn't like Charbroil's gun so I worked on that and the tanks, too. Not much, but it was a lot of fun. What paint do you all prefer for these figures?

Cheers,
Ian
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Re: Charbroil
« Reply #1 on: June 01, 2010, 02:23:33 PM »
Most people use acrylic.  Brand varies, though tamia seems to be the most popular.  Nice job btw, I wish hasbro would multi color their weapons more.
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Re: Charbroil
« Reply #2 on: June 01, 2010, 02:52:22 PM »
Thanks. I used Testors Enamel and it didn't give me the coverage I was hoping for. I'll definitely look into acrylics.

Cheers,
Ian
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Re: Charbroil
« Reply #3 on: June 01, 2010, 03:27:14 PM »
Quote from: "Recon"
Thanks. I used Testors Enamel and it didn't give me the coverage I was hoping for. I'll definitely look into acrylics.

Cheers,
Ian
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Enamels can sometimes react with Joe plastic and when they do they never cure & will stay sticky.  I use Testors Model Masters Acrylics bc that's all I can find around here.  The main keys to a successful paint job are washing the figure/accessories good with a gritty soap to rough up the surface & using a good primer.

Nice work BTW.
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Re: Charbroil
« Reply #4 on: June 01, 2010, 03:45:49 PM »
More great advice. Thanks so much.  :)  I'll have to pick up another Charbroil and use the right stuff next time.

Cheers,
Ian
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Re: Charbroil
« Reply #5 on: June 01, 2010, 04:01:01 PM »
Nice work, I always want to get into customs, just no time... Maybe one day!  Keep it up!
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