@@ModelMinutes Are there any online retailers that still sell the Airfix Mary Rose model kit? I am searching all over for this kit and have yet to find it.
@@TheGozalus it’s for sale on the Airfix website… uk.airfix.com/products/starter-set-mary-rose-1400-a55114?gclid=Cj0KCQjw-4SLBhCVARIsACrhWLWHLTS4iZ3IcgUXEvWWc-olZpGfGWJS3yJYp-1NSC5vXzxDXxwvjkUaAv2aEALw_wcB
Hi just watched your video you suggested I watched on what tools to use if your a beginner as I am, you asked for any suggestions so what about a free standing magnifying glass with a flexible stem my eyes are not what they use to be and personally this is something I shall be buying hope this helps your other subscribers Paul
Good vid. I also have a supply of jam jar lids to hand as well - jam jar lids come in well handy for mixing... well, anything really. Great vid, thanks for sharing. And was that a chocolate biscuit?
Lighting is No. 1 IMO. I occasionally need readers, mostly when the lighting is poor. So a nice lighting system that cast little shadow is invaluable for picking out details when assembling and painting.
Yeah, I put it on last place for mine as not all beginners are likely to go out and get specialist lamps just for building their first few models - perhaps sitting near a window with more natural light would be enough to start with
Vasili I never said you needed special lighting, just enough lighting to see what you’re doing properly. However you chose to do that is up to you. When I first started I would just sit near a window and get natural light
Why sit next to a window when you can sit outside well not at night? Nah jokes aside there £1 at home bargains just replace your rooms normal ceiling light bulb and jobs a good un. Gives it a try for a quid its a game changer especially if you paint figures/busts
Ice lolly sticks and blu tack for holding smaller parts to spray so that: A.You don't cover your fingers in paint if you've forgotten to wear gloves and B. Said part doesn't fly off to be eaten by the carpet monster never to be seen again. Also the perfect excuse to keep ice cream in the freezer no matter what her indoors might say😂😂😂
@@ModelMinutes Starting with Tamiya acrylics would be greatly appreciated! As I told you before your channel is the best for brush painting scale models.
Hi there. Vallejo Model Colour is by far the best for brush painting. Thin it with a bit of water and then apply several thin coats. With some practice you can get a very decent finish.
Things I use - Swann Morton scalpels # 3 or #4 I prefer them to the Exacto type of craft knife. Have a look at www.scalpelsandblades.co.uk they have loads of different types, and have starter sets and offers For lighting I use two Anglepoise desk lamps with daylight bulbs, as well as the room light I work on the glass oven door from an old cooker. Also I have a smaller sheet of glass which I use for setting smaller painted parts & assemblies to dry, as a paint pallette, and running off some masking tape so I can trim it then lift it off with a scalpel tip When the glass is dirty, scrape it off with a Stanley knife blade then wash in slightly soapy warm water My preferred paintbrushes are Winsor & Newton Sceptre Gold 11 which are sable - synthetic mixture and Winsor & Newton University which are all synthetic I've had a cheap set of needle files and they've lasted for years My sprue cutter was only about £4 but I've sharpened the cutting edge with a needle file, and it works well A cheap, soft #8 brush - squirrel? camel? I use this for sweeping off plastic and filler dust when I sand down joints
How about a "How to Make a Light Arch" video please? Should also be mentioned under lighting is/are suitable glasses. Using the wrong ones can cause havoc, eyestrain and headaches. No, I won't mention Revell paint codes. Most of us will know EXACTLY what you mean.
A clamp which is meant to stick to your table but dosent because why would it do what its meant to do. Also mini clamps for holding bits together. Basically like pegs.
Nice video, my top tools would be scalpel and flory sanders but hey ho. I agree with your thoughts on Revell paints but (shameless plug) check out my video on the revell spitfire part 2 and see how I deal with revell paints :)
Yes! I do use paper tissue to mop up paints and things. I was thinking of doing an "accessories/products" video where I talk about things like decal sol
I recommend not blow drying cause when I was doing it the bottom of my f 16 curved likely I still managed to fit it on but now I use a cloths line or wrap it in a towel then shake it.
11 airbrush set, something like revell 12 spray booth 13 masking tape 14 photo etched bender for photo etched parts 15 electronic micro drill Im using those things too exept bender, becouse I did not buy one yet
@@ModelMinutes they are if you are starting with airbrusbrushing, or ading photo-etched parts, worst part about those tools is that they are not cheaper than 30 pounds, it depends what you want buy, I can give you some tips
@@ModelMinutes on a serious note, the list is helpful, you're lighting setup very clever. I'm currently bumbling along with my first build in 20+ years, will be following along with your Hurricane build afterwards 👍
I think if your getting into scale models the tools you need are-tweezers,scissor,a light, pegs to hold stuff either while your painting or glueing rubber bands for holding the any round things together and for painting figures or the frames a tooth pick
Thanks for the top 10 Matt. I haven't made anything for a while but found a Montys caravan kit in a cupboard which I'm tempted to do. By the way are you going to continue with your n gauge layout project. Cheers Johnny.
Hi there, newbie question here, what cement are you using in your videos? I like the idea of the long applicator but I don’t know what to look for. I have Tamiya thin cement, but wondered what that other one was. Great video, lots of useful info!
How did you make the LED arch and how long were the strips of LEDs? I would really appreciate it because i think that is the most brilliant idea for lighting I’ve seen. If you have links for the LEDs that would be great
I made the arch by making a frame A3 size using 4 strips of plastic. Then i joined 2 longer strips in an X to each corner, bending them over and then bolting them to the other corners of the frame. The leds are just a self-adhesive white 12V led strip that you can find on amazon using a quick search
@@ModelMinutes I definitely appreciate you so much man . I honestly didnt think i would get a reply back being how old this video is but it is definitely very much appreciated. thank you brother! Ive been having huge problems with lighting especially when i paint ill think i got it all but then when in a different light i see errors due to shadows.
@@TravisBon615 ultimately I think you just need to have some neutral white light to paint with. Some of the big wargaming miniature channels have some videos about it which are worth watching. I’d recommend midwinter minis & squidmar
A hobby knife and a scalpel are actually different things, a scalpel is a surgical tool (tho they work well as hobby knifes as well.) Also of there happenes to be a pandemic and you want to avoid shops instead of a cutting mat just grab any pice of wood.
I suggest for beginners toothpicks for making a more precise job on the clear parts
Ah yes! Something I missed out - i tend to use a dental tool for that job
Wood glue, water soluble... 🤣
@@ModelMinutes Are there any online retailers that still sell the Airfix Mary Rose model kit? I am searching all over for this kit and have yet to find it.
@@TheGozalus it’s for sale on the Airfix website…
uk.airfix.com/products/starter-set-mary-rose-1400-a55114?gclid=Cj0KCQjw-4SLBhCVARIsACrhWLWHLTS4iZ3IcgUXEvWWc-olZpGfGWJS3yJYp-1NSC5vXzxDXxwvjkUaAv2aEALw_wcB
@@TheGozalus they are selling it in Aldi £4.99
0:26 when you break the cannons on a model of a 109
Haha!
About the decals, what do I need to apply them?
Does this help? th-cam.com/video/jTBSXnFPYIA/w-d-xo.html
@@ModelMinutes Thank you!
I just noticed your chalkboard
I need things to go on my board!
White tac. Used for masking holding bits for painting fitting etc. Very handy tool 😃 Keep up the good work 👍
Thanks! I'd totally forgotten that I use that stuff :P
Lighting is always my issue, I have very little space to work in and I'm broke haha
I know that feeling!
Hi just watched your video you suggested I watched on what tools to use if your a beginner as I am, you asked for any suggestions so what about a free standing magnifying glass with a flexible stem my eyes are not what they use to be and personally this is something I shall be buying hope this helps your other subscribers
Paul
Great suggestion! I need something like that, with little clamps as sometimes I struggle to have enough hands! :D
Good vid. I also have a supply of jam jar lids to hand as well - jam jar lids come in well handy for mixing... well, anything really. Great vid, thanks for sharing.
And was that a chocolate biscuit?
Ah, i use yoghurt pots normally! Nah, it was just a bit of dark chocolate :P
Revell paint system...
* angered hmphing *
haha! Hate that thing
I'd suggest a decal softener as it'll help beginners with more time to place decals.
I did think about adding that to the list, but technically its not a tool . . .
Good video
I use the little McDonalds paper sauce cups for my paint mixing. They open out to almost flat and I always have plenty sauce with my meal 😂
Haha! Clever!
Lighting is No. 1 IMO. I occasionally need readers, mostly when the lighting is poor. So a nice lighting system that cast little shadow is invaluable for picking out details when assembling and painting.
Yeah, I put it on last place for mine as not all beginners are likely to go out and get specialist lamps just for building their first few models - perhaps sitting near a window with more natural light would be enough to start with
You don't need special lighting just a day light bulb 6400k not the orange light....
Vasili I never said you needed special lighting, just enough lighting to see what you’re doing properly. However you chose to do that is up to you. When I first started I would just sit near a window and get natural light
Why sit next to a window when you can sit outside well not at night? Nah jokes aside there £1 at home bargains just replace your rooms normal ceiling light bulb and jobs a good un. Gives it a try for a quid its a game changer especially if you paint figures/busts
@@vasili1207 I'm sure someone will find this helpful, thanks for the info!
A modeller's hand drill is quite useful for all sorts of things from boring out gun barrels and exhaust stacks to drilling out lightening holes
Ice lolly sticks and blu tack for holding smaller parts to spray so that:
A.You don't cover your fingers in paint if you've forgotten to wear gloves and
B. Said part doesn't fly off to be eaten by the carpet monster never to be seen again.
Also the perfect excuse to keep ice cream in the freezer no matter what her indoors might say😂😂😂
Haha! I love this one!
Please make a video where you rank different acrylic paint brands for brush painting on plastic..
A good suggestion! I have only so far used Tamiya, Humbrol & revell - i'd need some more brands to make a fair comparison
@@ModelMinutes Starting with Tamiya acrylics would be greatly appreciated!
As I told you before your channel is the best for brush painting scale models.
TheCrew37 I’ve got a few but not many
Hi there. Vallejo Model Colour is by far the best for brush painting. Thin it with a bit of water and then apply several thin coats. With some practice you can get a very decent finish.
I would practice on a bit of plasticard or an old kit.
A good attitude and passion will help
indeed, the same with any hobby really
Things I use -
Swann Morton scalpels # 3 or #4 I prefer them to the Exacto type of craft knife. Have a look at www.scalpelsandblades.co.uk they have loads of different types, and have starter sets and offers
For lighting I use two Anglepoise desk lamps with daylight bulbs, as well as the room light
I work on the glass oven door from an old cooker. Also I have a smaller sheet of glass which I use for setting smaller painted parts & assemblies to dry, as a paint pallette, and running off some masking tape so I can trim it then lift it off with a scalpel tip
When the glass is dirty, scrape it off with a Stanley knife blade then wash in slightly soapy warm water
My preferred paintbrushes are Winsor & Newton Sceptre Gold 11 which are sable - synthetic mixture and Winsor & Newton University which are all synthetic
I've had a cheap set of needle files and they've lasted for years
My sprue cutter was only about £4 but I've sharpened the cutting edge with a needle file, and it works well
A cheap, soft #8 brush - squirrel? camel? I use this for sweeping off plastic and filler dust when I sand down joints
Thanks for the info! They sound like some top tools!
Had a p47 but the wing bent downwards 😱
oh no!
A magnifying glass or combination lamp / magnifier is very helpful especially with smaller jobs.
Great idea!
I think number 1 should have been a kit.
A kit isn't a tool though . . .
How about a "How to Make a Light Arch" video please? Should also be mentioned under lighting is/are suitable glasses. Using the wrong ones can cause havoc, eyestrain and headaches.
No, I won't mention Revell paint codes. Most of us will know EXACTLY what you mean.
Haha! Hate the revell paint system! I will look at making a light arch video in the future :)
A clamp which is meant to stick to your table but dosent because why would it do what its meant to do.
Also mini clamps for holding bits together. Basically like pegs.
good idea!
@@ModelMinutes yeah although the clamp I have dosent really suction or stick to my workbench but it’s heavy enough
If your eyes aren't the best, then Magnifying Glass! I got a cheap hobby one from Lidl with clamps to hold small parts and find it indispensible..
A fantastic tool right there!
Nice video, my top tools would be scalpel and flory sanders but hey ho. I agree with your thoughts on Revell paints but (shameless plug) check out my video on the revell spitfire part 2 and see how I deal with revell paints :)
Haha! I don't so much have a problem with their paints, but more the way they label their paints in the instructions
Yes but I use a post it and write down which is which
@@Ryker45 i cross it out on the instructions and write it in
Excellent video, with being posh. Toothpicks are a must. Good for precision job, scraping paint off. Chipping etc.
Yes, a tool that can be very handy!
Mini file set. Mine get a lot of use!
Yes, they are super helpful!
First time I’ve seen someone take a break in the middle of their video 😂
Making videos is pretty tiring
Thanks, a few goodies that lot!
Bob
England
Thanks for watching 😊
Kitchen roll would be my suggestion for the list of beginners stuff, and a tool box /storage of some kind. More advanced would be decal solutions.
Yes! I do use paper tissue to mop up paints and things. I was thinking of doing an "accessories/products" video where I talk about things like decal sol
Thanks
😊
Thanks for watching!
I recommend not blow drying cause when I was doing it the bottom of my f 16 curved likely I still managed to fit it on but now I use a cloths line or wrap it in a towel then shake it.
Yeah, if you just washed your kit something like a hair dryer can actually melt the plastic
Dude I did a p47 but the left wing bent downwards 😢
11 airbrush set, something like revell
12 spray booth
13 masking tape
14 photo etched bender for photo etched parts
15 electronic micro drill
Im using those things too exept bender, becouse I did not buy one yet
Those are some great suggestions on which to build your modelling skills!
@@ModelMinutes they are if you are starting with airbrusbrushing, or ading photo-etched parts, worst part about those tools is that they are not cheaper than 30 pounds, it depends what you want buy, I can give you some tips
Jakub Pešl I’ll be looking at an airbrush and booth in the future, but not yet
Toothpicks, masking tape and bluetac
All good ones that I missed!
Thank you for the good tips
Glad you liked them! Thanks for watching :D
👀 My workstation has a big light above were I build so I can see
Nice!
Also I started out cutting with a pile of wood and then got a cutting mat
Wait wheres the snippy bit on your scissors?
Haha!
What about detail solution?
I'd consider that more of a finishing product (like a paint or varnish) rather than a physical tool
Can you use a microphone
what do you mean?
Do you use plastic primer on your models?
Sometimes, but not often
You had me at "cutting out coupons".
lol
@@ModelMinutes on a serious note, the list is helpful, you're lighting setup very clever. I'm currently bumbling along with my first build in 20+ years, will be following along with your Hurricane build afterwards 👍
Hello,
Nice review and summary of the essentials tools of our hobby.
Funny but cent per cent true! I totally agree.
Best regards from France.
Thanks for watching!
I think if your getting into scale models the tools you need are-tweezers,scissor,a light, pegs to hold stuff either while your painting or glueing rubber bands
for holding the any round things together and for painting figures or the frames a tooth pick
Good suggestions
Blue tack for holding small part when paiting. Recycle the snap on lids from crisp tubes coffee tubs and the like use for disposible paint pallets
good tips!
Fun tac. You also can use your mat to measure and cut out masking strips from your masking tape
great tips!
Thanks for the top 10 Matt. I haven't made anything for a while but found a Montys caravan kit in a cupboard which I'm tempted to do. By the way are you going to continue with your n gauge layout project. Cheers Johnny.
Hi Johnny, thanks for watching! I do intend to continue my N Gauge project - just got to find a bit more time :)
Hi there, newbie question here, what cement are you using in your videos? I like the idea of the long applicator but I don’t know what to look for. I have Tamiya thin cement, but wondered what that other one was.
Great video, lots of useful info!
th-cam.com/video/HC4vFGzOoSU/w-d-xo.html Found it!
revell contacta professional (usually the one with the needle that i use)
How did you make the LED arch and how long were the strips of LEDs? I would really appreciate it because i think that is the most brilliant idea for lighting I’ve seen. If you have links for the LEDs that would be great
I made the arch by making a frame A3 size using 4 strips of plastic. Then i joined 2 longer strips in an X to each corner, bending them over and then bolting them to the other corners of the frame. The leds are just a self-adhesive white 12V led strip that you can find on amazon using a quick search
@@ModelMinutes I definitely appreciate you so much man . I honestly didnt think i would get a reply back being how old this video is but it is definitely very much appreciated. thank you brother! Ive been having huge problems with lighting especially when i paint ill think i got it all but then when in a different light i see errors due to shadows.
@@TravisBon615 ultimately I think you just need to have some neutral white light to paint with. Some of the big wargaming miniature channels have some videos about it which are worth watching. I’d recommend midwinter minis & squidmar
Love the close ups 😂
Haha! Thanks - more like that to come soon!
Third!
nice!
SECOND
Yay!
A hobby knife and a scalpel are actually different things, a scalpel is a surgical tool (tho they work well as hobby knifes as well.) Also of there happenes to be a pandemic and you want to avoid shops instead of a cutting mat just grab any pice of wood.
Thanks for clarifying!
You are great on Ted Lasso!
What’s that?
@@ModelMinutes best show on television currently. It is on Disney plus and stars Jeremy swift. You have similar mannerisms.
@@woodyfx I’m a little bit younger than him 😂
@@ModelMinutes haha yes you are