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Rick Taylor
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12 29 June 2021, 21:38
Neuling
Another weird looking vehicle from your bench. Top build of this (by me) never seen prototype. Your models should be presented in a Panzermuseum. Hoping for more ......
Another weird looking vehicle from your bench. Top build of this (by me) never seen prototype. Your models should be presented in a Panzermuseum. Hoping for more ......
30 June 2021, 06:58
Robert Podkoński
Fantastic! I wish some mainstream company would produce a kit of this revolutionary tank...
Fantastic! I wish some mainstream company would produce a kit of this revolutionary tank...
30 June 2021, 07:54
Rick Taylor
Thanks Neuling! You don't have too long to wait for more weird Christie prototypes. I'm weathering the next one and waiting for Vargas to print and mail another after that.
Thanks Neuling! You don't have too long to wait for more weird Christie prototypes. I'm weathering the next one and waiting for Vargas to print and mail another after that.
30 June 2021, 17:38
Ben M
Love it. I ordered this one a few weeks ago, and can't wait to get started on it.
Love it. I ordered this one a few weeks ago, and can't wait to get started on it.
30 June 2021, 21:46
Rick Taylor
Robert, I doubt that the mainstream companies will undertake these unusual subjects. There just wouldn't be enough sales to cover the costs of development, cutting steel tooling, developing instructions, etc, etc. But, with the magic of CAD and moderately cost 3D printers, companies like Vargas can be successful and bring us these obscure subjects. Don't be afraid to tackle one of these kits, the parts count is really low and the fit is good. You do have to use CA glue and maybe some 5-minute epoxy; but, those are easy. After several of these 3D printed resin kits, I've learned that the best way to handle the fine 3D print striations is with a coat (or two) of cheap rattle-can sandable automotive primer. It fills in the striations with surprisingly little impact on the details.
Robert, I doubt that the mainstream companies will undertake these unusual subjects. There just wouldn't be enough sales to cover the costs of development, cutting steel tooling, developing instructions, etc, etc. But, with the magic of CAD and moderately cost 3D printers, companies like Vargas can be successful and bring us these obscure subjects. Don't be afraid to tackle one of these kits, the parts count is really low and the fit is good. You do have to use CA glue and maybe some 5-minute epoxy; but, those are easy. After several of these 3D printed resin kits, I've learned that the best way to handle the fine 3D print striations is with a coat (or two) of cheap rattle-can sandable automotive primer. It fills in the striations with surprisingly little impact on the details.
1 July 2021, 03:25
Robert Podkoński
Thanks for your explanations Rick, very appreciated. I am not (very...) concerned about assembling and finishing such a model, I am rather concerned about the price, customs, taxes, etc... 🙁 Nevertheless, would you be so kind to send me a private message with the address of the site where I could order one (or two... 😉) of these models - I was not able to find it, frankly speaking.
Thanks for your explanations Rick, very appreciated. I am not (very...) concerned about assembling and finishing such a model, I am rather concerned about the price, customs, taxes, etc... 🙁 Nevertheless, would you be so kind to send me a private message with the address of the site where I could order one (or two... 😉) of these models - I was not able to find it, frankly speaking.
1 July 2021, 03:37
Rick Taylor
Robert, Vargas keeps these gems well hidden. He only sells on eBay. His kits are all at https://ebay.com/sch/vargass..armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=
Robert, Vargas keeps these gems well hidden. He only sells on eBay. His kits are all at https://ebay.com/sch/vargass..armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=
1 July 2021, 03:45
Rick Taylor
Ben, Mark, Thanks for the kind words. These Christie prototypes are really interesting. Vargas has the Christie T3E2 ready to ship. I'll move it onto the bench as soon as it arrives. I hope that Vargas produces a kit of the 1928 prototype to complete the set..
Ben, Mark, Thanks for the kind words. These Christie prototypes are really interesting. Vargas has the Christie T3E2 ready to ship. I'll move it onto the bench as soon as it arrives. I hope that Vargas produces a kit of the 1928 prototype to complete the set..
1 July 2021, 16:57