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To begin this build Diary I thought I would start off with the great man himself.. The resin cast is of a very good quality and the detail is very lifelike with a classic pose.. After a light coat of Zero Paints white primer using an airbrush the cast was left to dry for a couple of hours... Then the face and hands where painted with a tan (Vallejo) acrylic as a base to work on... Warthog attached the following image(s):
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After the Primer had time to dry overnight, it was time to lay down the first coat of "Scudaria" Red once again from Zero Paints... I used this colour as I thought it was the best match for what I needed plus having some on the Shelf also helped  . Once again this was left overnight to allow to cure before adding further detail.. Warthog attached the following image(s):
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In this update there has been a lot of detail added around the face and Racing suit... Shading to the face using photo's to get as lifelike as possible. This update is picture heavy and the next update will adding the Decals etc and James Hunts Racing Helmet... Warthog attached the following image(s):
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Rank: Elite Groups: registriert, Registered Joined: 20/03/2011 Posts: 2,356 Points: 7,122 Location: UK
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After applying the decals and a few details such as stitching to the overalls etc I'm happy to present to you the Late Great Mr James Hunt.. He sits upon the Wet Tyres that I will be using on the M23 Build and as yet have not had anything done to them but that will change as the build diary continues. All that is needed to add is James's Helmet which will follow in another update soon... Hope you enjoy looking at photo's as much as I have in painting him. Warthog attached the following image(s):
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Stunning work and a joy to behold....  Exceptional detail being shown and you should feel proud of the achievement..... Very well done indeed... Regards Alan
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James looks stunning 
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Great Job mate, he just needs a car now “Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect.”
-Mark Twain
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My wife walked in while I was looking at your latest pics & from the other side of the room said "That's James Hunt",in my opinion you can't get better than that if someone instantly recognises the subject from that far away. Congratulations on such an excellent job. Rob Nolli Illigitimi Carborundum!!!Current Builds: HMS Victory, SV Thermopylae
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Nothing more than we have come to expect from you Spence!
Brilliant work as always!
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OUTSTANDING Spencer MEGA quality work Cheers Mike MWG BUILD DIARIES: HMS VICTORY, SOVEREIGN OF THE SEAS, SAN FRANCISCO II, HMS HOOD, HMS ENDEAVOUR LONGBOAT, HMS VICTORY X-SECTION, 007 DB5, NISSAN GTR, CUTTY SARK, RB7, AKAGI, BARK HMS ENDEAVOUR, HUMMER H1, MITSUBISHI ZERO.
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Much appreciated guys and to be honest a learning curve for me as I have never done a figure before! But I'm very happy with the result.. Looking forward to getting stuck in to the main course soon too Spence
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Amazing work Spence, I really wish I could paint figures as Id love to have a crack at the classic horror movie kits available. I really cant wait to see the car make an appearance - and that's coming from someone who never used to like F1 models until I saw the builds on this forum
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Rank: Elite Groups: registriert, Registered Joined: 20/03/2011 Posts: 2,356 Points: 7,122 Location: UK
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Hi Guy's As promised here is james Hunt's Helmet to go along with the M23.. The Resin cast helmet was given 2 coats of primer before 3coats of Halfords Satin black. Once cured the decals where applied and then given a clear coat. The Visor was made from clear plastic sheet and given a light coat of Tamiya Smoke. Warthog attached the following image(s):
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Thats Brilliant - excuse the pun but hats off to ya on that one. Jase “Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect.”
-Mark Twain
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Now that looks sweet Spencer Current builds:-C57,Zero, Lamborghini Countach, Caldercraft HMS Agamemnon,Robi,R2-D2, MFH Cobra .
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Fantastic work Spencer, with a few strokes of your brush, the legend comes alive.... McLaren MP4/23
Ducati 998
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That is an amazing figure you have made come to life Spence!!! The Great James Hunt himself would have given his full approval! Well done! Chris
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Link to the finished build featuring the figure below :- http://forum.model-space...&m=259675#post259675Current builds:-C57,Zero, Lamborghini Countach, Caldercraft HMS Agamemnon,Robi,R2-D2, MFH Cobra .
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He looks stunning great result regards Phil COMING SOON =1/72 Italeri diorama`s Battle for the Reichstag and Stalingrad battle at the tractor factory 1/16 Trumpeter King Tiger with loads of extras ON THE GO= refurbishment of 1/25 Tamiya tiger 1 , amt Star trek kits and space 1999 models
So Much to Build,But What a Hobby!
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Superb work there.
He'll look great sitting next to the car.
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