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  • Tyrel
    • Nov 2008
    • 394

    #1

    Caen Panther

    Hello. This a re-post as my original post lost all of the pictures, due to Photo Bucket and their new third party hosting policy:

    Kits Used: Dragon Sd.Kfz.171 Panther A Late Production – MiniArt Village Road w/Ruined House – Various Dragon Figures.

    Scale: 1/35

    Depiction: One of the many battles in and around Caen Jun/Jul 1944.

    Modifications/additions: Eduard Photo Etch used for the zimmerit coating on the Panther. A dremel tool was used to simulate chipping and missing pieces of the zimmerit. Modelkasten tracks and an after market metal barrel were also used.

    Paint and Finish: Paints used were Lifecolor acrylics for base and camo. Vallejo acrylics and Humbrol enamels were used for the majority of on-board equipment. Weathering was done with oil paints and pigment powders. Dragon figures were painted with Vallejo acrylics and oil paints. Miniart base was completed with home made rubble and tree.

    Reason for building model: I wanted to build a diorama that represented a snapshot in the battle in and around Caen during Jun/Jul of 1944. The Panzer Lehr division was moved from Italy to aid in the defence of Normandy and was assigned to defend Caen against the British and Canadian assault. The Panzer Lehr fought to near complete destruction in Caen and the Falaise Pocket.

    I hope you enjoy the pics.

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  • tiktok
    • Dec 2017
    • 14

    #2
    Great diorama - it really creates an atmosphere of tension. I like the small details like the mats hanging on the stone wall. Tree looks fantastic too.

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    • papa 695
      Moderator
      • May 2011
      • 22769

      #3
      I'm sure I commented on the original one Ty, but it's that good I'll say great work again.

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      • grumpa
        • Jan 2015
        • 6142

        #4
        That is one awesome piece of work Ty, colors look great, figures are well though out and rendered and it is well photographed (like the back round)
        I give it a three thumbs up :thumb2::thumb2::thumb2:

        Looking forward to more work from you.

        Jim

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        • monica
          • Oct 2013
          • 15169

          #5
          always great work Ty,very well done

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          • Guest

            #6
            Great stuff Tyrel!!!! You have created a superb diorama and a very realistic atmosphere,WELL DONE!!!

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