tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170582445870210697.post5736677719235729400..comments2024-03-29T07:14:10.018-04:00Comments on Blunders on the Danube: A Veritable Forrest of Pikes!Gonsalvohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16531623280789478092noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170582445870210697.post-3753360683543845282015-11-17T16:38:02.724-05:002015-11-17T16:38:02.724-05:00Tanks, Edgar. I usually use super glue, but not as...Tanks, Edgar. I usually use super glue, but not as durable as epoxy. Depends upon the model and how well the shield attaches to the shield arm. These guys will definitely get the Acrylic "Magic Wash" after they are painted, which also includes a pre coat and post coat of clear acrylic spray. I may or may not hit them with Matt or satin finish after that - I don't mind a semi gloss finish. Gonsalvohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16531623280789478092noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170582445870210697.post-54516892785605983942015-11-17T13:25:09.180-05:002015-11-17T13:25:09.180-05:00Peter, I normally do shields separate and use two ...Peter, I normally do shields separate and use two part epoxy to glue. I also brush on a glossy clear coat using any of the brands Michael's carries. Later, I overspray with Testor's Dullcote to tone down the gloss. Both clears are done after mounting onto bases.Inquisitorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06830918585555698166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170582445870210697.post-75389308279638976412015-11-13T13:14:40.706-05:002015-11-13T13:14:40.706-05:00Good to have conformation form another veteran, Ph...Good to have conformation form another veteran, Phil. This is probably the most shields I have ever done at one time, so I figured I would consult the collective wisdom before just doing things the same old way. Priming time tonight! :-)Gonsalvohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16531623280789478092noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170582445870210697.post-42360750814045130642015-11-13T13:12:53.391-05:002015-11-13T13:12:53.391-05:00That's the way I have always done it myself, b...That's the way I have always done it myself, but I do sometimes loose a shield or two, which is what had me thinking about whether a change of strategy was in order. <br /><br />I CAN prime in the middle of the winter just as you describe, John. Our garage is attached to one side of the house, and if I do it when both of the cars have returned to it from a trip the Engine heat also warms up the garage modestly. Still, I really have to do it on a warmer, sunny day if it is not to take forever for the primer to dry. Of course, using spray varnish in the winter is an even greater problem. Sometimes I just have to do that quickly in the basement!<br /><br />We are looking forward to the Dennewitz game!Gonsalvohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16531623280789478092noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170582445870210697.post-86850308131785354872015-11-13T12:23:54.991-05:002015-11-13T12:23:54.991-05:00Awesome project you have going on here Pete! I sec...Awesome project you have going on here Pete! I second Jon's recommendation, work on the figures and shields separately. fasten/join shields to your foot figures after all lead pieces are primed/painted.<br /><br />cheers,Phil Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02369365598439913360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170582445870210697.post-77517339176811105702015-11-13T09:35:41.699-05:002015-11-13T09:35:41.699-05:00Quite a horde of bare lead to prime, Peter! Good ...Quite a horde of bare lead to prime, Peter! Good foresight to prime before it gets too cold. I try the same strategy but have found that I can prime in the garage even in the dead of winter. The vapors and residue do not dissipate as quickly as in the warm months, though.<br /><br />As for your conundrum with attaching shields before priming/painting or afterwards, I prefer afterwards since it allows better access to the figure. Also, I can prime the shields different colors if needed. I always use epoxy for shield attachment. Staying attached is no problem even if painted beforehand.<br /><br />Good luck with your winter projects and your Dennewitz game!Jonathan Freitaghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07862373894196924886noreply@blogger.com