Painting a Lancaster Bomber - With a Brush!

[Guest]

Great stuff Ron, an interesting read from start to finish. Thanks so much for taking the time to compile it all.

For a start it does seem a whole lot less faffing around than using a hissy stick! I'm not saying I'm converted but you've certainly given me the motivation to try it for myself, and provided some very useful tips for dealing with large areas. When I've tried in the past the first wishy washy coat has always panicked me. I go back over slowly to try and improve it and end up making a right old mess, exactly what I shouldn't be doing by the sound of it.

The painting-before-assembly had me concerned as I wondered how on earth you would deal with gaps and seams afterwards, but you've covered that as well and it appears to be pretty much a non-issue. All in all a fantastic insight into the KISS approach. Thanks again.

[rtfoe]

Thanks boys. I'm glad it was of some interest.

Jim, you make a good point about combining the two methods for an awkward camo. pattern.

Here is my attempt at brush painting Helmut Wick's unique camouflaged Bf 109. Maybe spray on the Lt. blue under colour, then brush on the Mottle?

Your suggested combined method would then keep both camps happy!.... :smiling::thumb2:

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Cheers all and thanks again.

Ron

That Helmut Wick mottling is a no no for airbrushing on, I'd be stupid to try masking that...I heard he used a broom brush for that. :smiling6:

Cheers,
Richard

[scottie3158]

Ron,
A great result mate on the build and a very enjoyable how too as well.

[spanner570]

Thanks Andy and Paul. Glad you enjoyed the read.

...I heard he used a broom brush for that. :smiling6:
Cheers,
Richard

Richard. I don't know if he used one, But I certainly did! :flushed:

[stona]

Brilliant Ron, absolutely brilliant. The only thing missing is some of your water

There is always a place for the good old hairy stick. I still have and use a mug full of them.

Cheers

Steve

[Allen Dewire]

Absolutely fantastic thread Ron!!! You hit every problem area I ever had and showed me the error of my ways. Thank you so much Sir for taking the time to set us straight!!!

Just one thing though.....

Anyway Ron, thanks for the thread. More power to your hairy stick.

I am beginning to worry about Jimbo a little………………………….

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Allen

[Valeron]

Very very late to the party. Sorry. As a beginner who is currently learning the trade, I found this thread so interesting.

[GerryW]

Very very late to the party. Sorry. As a beginner who is currently learning the trade, I found this thread so interesting.

It's ok, I'm even later!
The tutorial threads are really useful - while I've got an air brush, I've never used it (the closest I've ever been is car and motorcycle painting using rattle cans, and 'brasso-ing' off the dimpled finish) I've just recently tried the 'Rons style of paint' with humbrol enamels - thin it down and apply more than one coat, gives far better results than a single thick coat. I'm taking his advice on the brushes as I'm 'financially restricted' (wife can and does find other things for me to spend my money on! :smiling5: :smiling5: ) so keeping costs down is always favourable!:thumb2: