This was a cheap kit picked up from an under-the-table sale at a show and when I opened the box it was obvious why the previous owner didn't want it!
Actually it was clearly labelled as "incomplete" as a few minor parts had been scavenged - but as I wanted a "sacrificial victim" to try out the Barracuda finish it suited my needs.
As for the kit itself it had a lot of flash and several fit issues particularly around the turret but it does resemble a Chally 2.
The Barracuda is a mix of 3D printed panels and Milliput embossed with the same pattern as the panels. I have since decide that I should have modified some of the panels as the surface is a bit too pronounced in places but I think the embossed finish is OK.
The side drapes are 3D resin and are really too thin for comfort as the resin is quite brittle. I feel a few more experiments to achieve the correct balance is needed.
Actually it was clearly labelled as "incomplete" as a few minor parts had been scavenged - but as I wanted a "sacrificial victim" to try out the Barracuda finish it suited my needs.
As for the kit itself it had a lot of flash and several fit issues particularly around the turret but it does resemble a Chally 2.
The Barracuda is a mix of 3D printed panels and Milliput embossed with the same pattern as the panels. I have since decide that I should have modified some of the panels as the surface is a bit too pronounced in places but I think the embossed finish is OK.
The side drapes are 3D resin and are really too thin for comfort as the resin is quite brittle. I feel a few more experiments to achieve the correct balance is needed.