Steve Jones' M1A2 SEP Main Battle Tank, Flyhawk 1/72

[Neil Merryweather]

Good grief!
That's incredible, Steve, top job!
the others have said it all but the details are brilliant. I had to wait to see the pics on my pc and they didn't disappoint.
and in 1-72 scale.......amazing!
I think you have to remove the word apprentice from your avatar- you are a fully -fledged bodger :thumb2:
Neil

[Steve Jones]

That's kind of you to say Scottie. Couldn't reach my back so got the Mrs's to do it :smiling2:
Thanks Colin
I'm pleased you thought the weathering was convincing Pete. It can sometimes overwhelm a model but as you say its Goldilocks this time:thumb2:
I know what you mean Peter. But my brain ache and strained eyes definitely points to a 1 72:smiling5:
I would agree with you Wouter. Still a way to go for the perfect build. Thanks for all your support mate
I'm still an apprentice bodger as far as my building quality goes Neil but the paintwork is certainly improving. Thanks for the positive feedback

[Jim R]

Hi Steve
What can I say that hasn't been said. I will simple repeat some of their observations.
Amazing weathering - incredible detail - stowage superb - stunning scratched add ons - your best yet - 1/72 WOW!
A real tribute to your patience and skill. You have to be very proud of what you have acheived.
Jim

[Wouter]

I would agree with you Wouter. Still a way to go for the perfect build. Thanks for all your support mate

Trust me, the perfect build doesn't exist. I have seen work of the real Masters and even theirs isn't flawless. Recently I saw a great build in a book (can't remember which one anymore) and an in-detail shot showed a seamline which the great chap forgot to sand away before painting and weathering. I must admit it made me feel a bit better really :smiling5:

[Guest]

Perfect end result Steve :thumb2:!

[minitnkr]

Some really beautiful work Steve. Outstanding. PaulE

[BattleshipBob]

Really good work Steve and 1/72! Too small for me lol

[Steven000]

As mentioned before : D Nice build Steve!
looks larger than 1/72
Cheers, Steven

[JR]

Good heavens Master
When I saw the flames , fantastic work on the fire and smoke . Really impressed.
We must swap ideas .
JR

[Fernando N]

Excellent result Steve, love the extra's and the attencion to detail that pops out with the oil and dust work. :thumb2::thumb2:
Well worth the extra week:tongue-out3:.

[Graeme C.]

Nice work Steve, very tidy paintwork and lots of little extras that bring it to life.:thumb2:

[Lee Drennen]

Very outstanding execution my friend!!

[Steve Jones]

That's really kind of you to say Jim. I really appreciate it
That makes me feel a lot better Wouter. However I will keep on trying for the perfect result :thumb2:
Thanks Dirk
From a fellow miniature fan that means a lot Paul. Many thanks
I am sure you could do a braille scale stug Bob??:smiling2:
Thanks Steven. I wish I could do a dio as good as yours to put it on
That picture was taken at your last barbecue at your place wasn't it JR??:smiling5: Thanks for the support mate
I am sometimes tempted to cut corners at the end of a build Fernando but this time I stuck with it and it paid off. Glad you noticed my friend
That's good of you to say Graeme. Glad you liked it
Cheers Lee. Thanks for the feedback