15mm Flames Of War M10 Achilles D Day Group Build Reveal
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 ก.ย. 2024
- Hi all ,
here is the finel reveal of my M10 Achillies for Charlie Macs D Day group build . Its a 15mm plastic kit for the flames of war wargame i have modified it to my own taste . Please give Charlie a sub here @charlie418791 . Thanks for stopping by and taking a look .
Regards Gav.
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Beautiful modelling in such a small scale. The 'scratchbuilt' crew, the various stowage, tarps, boxes etc all add character. Additional detail like lifting/towing hooks also make for a more realistc looking vehicle. The welding lines are a nice touch, again, just adding detail and authenticity. Lovely paintjob too, understated weathering as would be accurate with a 'new' Normandy Invasion AFV (though I'm guessing that the necessary bright studio lights don't allow us to see the subtlety of the paintwork) but I bet it's there!
An advantage to modelling (as in going the extra mile) in 15mm is that (a) kits are a lot cheaper and (b) they take up a lot less storage/display space and (c) even a keen beginner can get 'Display Model' type results. (Some of your other 'Tutorial videos' in 15mm AFVS take us through the techniques you utilise so that even a beginner can follow along and see how it's done!)
For those who simply collect and don't model themselves, I'd ESTIMATE that a 'super-detailed' 'one-off' model like this, (15mm) would fetch about £20+ at auction on E-Bay and the like. (Collectors or even wargamers will pay reasonable prices for 'unique' models that offer that 'something extra' as opposed to 'straight out of the box'. The boyos playing cards on the gun mantlet is an ACE touch and one the true collector will appreciate!)
A word on costs, perhaps? Just TWENTY QUID??? (Gav doesn't say, but this AFV probably took between 4-5 hours overall to complete. This does not not include paints and materials, nor indeed the research needed to get an authentic result. Plus, it's really 15 quid if you take into account the initial kit price.) While a 'super detailed' 28mm kit might sell for anything up to 100 quid, the fact is that 15mm kits just don't sell as well. The market is smaller AND EVEN WITHIN THAT MARKET the 'collector/connoisseur' sector is smaller still. (Though it exists...) Most collectors will buy a 'one off' model like this one and THEN contact the modeller to ask, "Can you do me three Sherman Mk IV tanks and a Sherman Firefly?" (This is when the modeller might actually make money, as it takes COMPARITIVELY less time to model/paint four similar tanks than a single one...) Perhaps Gavin might make a video upon the subject?
Excellent 'show and tell' and the finished model definitely looks the business.
xx SF
Cheers Steve the build took about 14 hours in total mainly because of the stowage and figures . And yes i wont get the money for the time put in but the i really enjoy converting these small scale builds . But i have to say i wouldn't do a commission in this scale people wont pay so they will have to wait for a bargain when i sell them . Regards Gav.
Hi Gavin, Nice work! If I didn't know better, I would swear your tank was 1/35. Nice job on those tiny details. Thanks for sharing. Have a great day. Jeff
Cheers Jeff they are a lot of fun marra . Regards Gav.
You did another incredible work. I can't believe that's a very small scale tank. It looks about 1/72 scale in the image. 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩
Thanks NOB your very kind i hope you are well marra . Regards Gav.
Cool work with a great result in a tiny scale. Your Achilles looks great and is well detailed, especially for a work in this small scale.
Best wishes, Joachim
Thank you Joachim there will be another tiger up next marra . Regards Gav.
Well done , marra. A fitting tribute to the boys. Got the pics. Carry on. 👍
Thanks Charlie i am grateful to you for putting on the group build . Regards Gav.
Wonderfull job done on this M10 Gav! Nicely painted and all your additions gave it even more character. Thanks for sharing, take care and keep up the good work marra!
Not a lot of shelf space needed for these George , cheers marra . Regards Gav.
Love the crew playing cards on the gun! What a great idea that really adds to the project. Very crafty making the stowage and the welding marks. Well done Gav!
Thanks James i can really get a lot out of these little gems . Regards Gav.
Wow Gav that's one sweet looking build amazing detail work hats off to yah 👍👍🏆
Cheers Seamy they don't cost much and don't take up much room either . Regards Gav.
WOW, absolutely cool tank marra, nice work Gav! Sorry bud, trying to play catch-up on videos, when I can, where and when I can! Stay frosty marra, 🤙🏻✌🏻
Thanks Doug much appreciated my old marra . Regards Gav.
@@gavinbooth - you're welcome marra, 🤙✌️
hi Gav... nicely done.. looks great.. thx 4 sharing.. vinny
Thank you very much Vinny . Regards Gav.
Very Cool little tank Gavin!!! Nicely Done. Thanks for sharing
Thanks Mike appreciated marra . Regards Gav
Brilliant gav she looks as detailed as a 1/35 scale still can’t believe she’s 15mm
Thanks Robert it will be a tiger next maybe in winter wash . Regards Gav.
I build 1/35 but I'm very impressed wth this.
Thank you i would say to any one give them a go , because of the scale the are very forgiving and not a big outlay too . Regards Gav.
Looks great Gav! Nice tank hunter 💥👍💥
Thank you very much Dave . Regards Gav.
Gav that looks epic,very impressive
Thank you very much Justin . Regards Gav.
Marra outstanding job brother ❤😊
Cheers Shawn your very kind marra . Regards Gav.
Fantastic work Gav! The weathering is spot on I think
Cheers Joe i hope you are well marra . Regards Gav.
Brilliant work Gav love the detail you added
Thanks Paul the packs on the turret could have been better but i am pleased with the finished build , i might build another tiger soon . Regards Gav.
Love it. 😍 And ironic that it is crewed by former German soldiers. 😜 😁
Thanks marra if you get close enough you can here German accents as they play cards ! Regards Gav.
@@gavinbooth 😆😆😆
Brilliant Gav amazes me the detail you achieve mate
Thank you very much Sean much appreciated marra . Regards Gav.
Great work in a small scale marra, well done, 😎👍✌️
Thanks Tom i hope to improve on the stowage over time but very happy with the result . Regards Gav.
Nice work at such a small scale.
Thank you Ian i have just built a tiger and taken delivery of two hanomags 251 all in 15mm . Regards Gav.