Correction. With all the views he needs more likes..
@bmck-840023 күн бұрын
Fantastic… thanks…I have that kit and have some ideas from watching your presentation.
@jstones9872Ай бұрын
i thought this is a snap together kit? what with all the glue stuff? im thinking of building this but i dont know anything about using those glues. thx
@billsfilmsincАй бұрын
It is a snap together kit! It goes together perfectly without glue. I just used glue for OCD reasons.
@jstones9872Ай бұрын
@@billsfilmsinc thanks was hoping that was it. I really don’t want to deal with glue or painting
@johnnyk.29112 ай бұрын
The force is strong in this one.
@northnoise13 ай бұрын
This is my favorite ship of all of Star Wars and you did it fantastically ❤
@Icy-zk9rh4 ай бұрын
What type of glue are you using?
@billsfilmsinc4 ай бұрын
It's called Tamiya Extra Thin cement. Great great stuff.
@Icy-zk9rh4 ай бұрын
Ok, thanks! Also thanks to you I was able to start modeling and painting and your video is so satisfying!
@Icy-zk9rh4 ай бұрын
So when do I use the glue?
@billsfilmsinc4 ай бұрын
@@Icy-zk9rh I use the glue at most plastic joints, where two parts come together. These Bandai kits are designed to snap together so they don't technically need glue, but I like to use it anyway.
@billsfilmsinc4 ай бұрын
@@Icy-zk9rh That's great to hear! I hope you enjoy the hobby!
@rennmaxbeta4 ай бұрын
Wonderful looking model build; the ILM crew would be impressed.. What are the music track names used in this video, please?
@billsfilmsinc4 ай бұрын
Thank you! The music tracks are from Artlist, but sadly can't remember the names. I believe they're in another comment somewhere on here?
@Leescreativeart4 ай бұрын
I’m watching this cause I am about to plan my build and I like the shipping that you did. I’ve used a salt technique that I like, but I may try to find some liquid masking. With 1/72 I have a bunch of LEDs but semi-afraid to, put them in at that scale lol. I’ve done Gundam but mega size and MG only. My eyes are gonna hurt from squinting I feel like when I get going. But seeing this, it does look bigger than I thought.
@billsfilmsinc4 ай бұрын
Yes these models are small, but with the right paint it can look huge! I am going to try lighting my next 1/72 build as well!
@pennynickels52165 ай бұрын
I 💛💛💛 this bus!!! If your kids dont want it, I do.
@cellardwellerproductions51256 ай бұрын
That is a great looking build.
@billsfilmsinc6 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@sisco477 ай бұрын
I personally like these over the lego builds and its good to see them on youtube. Got my boss one and now he has a back log .
@vezitamax8 ай бұрын
So mnay useful tools that I didn't know. Thanks.
@billsfilmsinc6 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@TheCreativeMind8 ай бұрын
I remember following this tutorial for my video. Easily explained, easy to follow with movie like results.
@NathanBills9 ай бұрын
This is so cool!!!
@e.conboy42869 ай бұрын
A thrilling and beautiful performance! Thank you.
@goforitpainting9 ай бұрын
Cool weathering
@anibalconcha661210 ай бұрын
It looks AMAZING!
@billsfilmsinc10 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@hirianmartinez876310 ай бұрын
Hi, great job!, Can you please put the complete list of pait codes used in your video ?
@billsfilmsinc10 ай бұрын
Hello! I list many of the paints used throughout the video. Just basic Tamiya colors mixed until it looks right!
@JackSilver141010 ай бұрын
Cool... So how about those of us who don't have our own 3d printers and air brushes? Any word on how this would be as something fun to do over a weekend?
@billsfilmsinc10 ай бұрын
You could just build this straight from the box if you wanted, because the silver parts have a chrome coating already applied on them. And if the gaps on the nacelle tips don't bother you, then you're gold.
@MandalorExpress11 ай бұрын
Off topic. While building your Bandai X-Wing you replied to one of the comments to skip the primer in order to maintain the level of detail on the model, does that still holds true or if you would do it again would you apply primer this time around? As a group of friends we are about to start building Red-5 together from Bandai, it would be our third model after the AT-ST and the Tie-Advanced, we used primer on both of those... your input will be greatly appreciated. We understand the benefits of using primer but what you said makes sense for a small model. Cheers from Texas!!
@billsfilmsinc11 ай бұрын
I honestly only really use primer on my 3D printed models, such as the Y-Wing in this photo. There's not really data on how well and for how long paint can stick to 3D printed resin, so it's just a safe bet in this case. In your case with the injection molded plastic, I think you'd be fine to skip it. But that's just me, and I tend to be a bit impatient at times! So all of that to say, it's really up to you. If you do end up doing it, just do it in light passes so that you don't glob it on and start obscuring details and panel lines. And have fun!
@MandalorExpress11 ай бұрын
@@billsfilmsincthank you!!
@racerdeth11 ай бұрын
I'd always prime it, personally, as someone who paints miniatures and 1/72 scale models, though I guess it depends on how handy you are with an airbrush, and what primers you're using. If you're an experienced airbrusher, the smelly stuff can thin really well (Mr Surfacer 1000 + Mr Levelling Thinner can go down mega smooth) Water based is trickier but it's what I used on minis for over a decade before I fell fully back into scale modelling. I used to use Badger Stynylrez and still have an old bottle, but I'm informed by the interweb they changed the recipe and wrecked it. But generally you'd have to make some rookie mistakes to obscure details with your primer coat. If you're a rookie, then it might be worth considering, but otherwise, texture consistency and a reliable surface for your paint to adhere to seems too good a benefit to pass up.
@paulgertsch710511 ай бұрын
Nice 👍
@jessefeyereisenphotography11 ай бұрын
SOOO good man!!!!
@anahyreza997011 ай бұрын
Quick question, did you prime it before you started airbrushing?
@billsfilmsinc11 ай бұрын
Nope, no primer on this one. I'm hesitant to use primer because too many layer of paint could obscure details on small models like this one.
@giannipolini254411 ай бұрын
Great job as usual :) Just bough the badger refeer white for the base, any exp with that?
@billsfilmsinc11 ай бұрын
Thanks! And no, I haven't used Reefer White, but I hear it works well!
@nettneo Жыл бұрын
I am building this kit also. BUT... Those Solar Panel bags were sorted wrong from the Factory. It has 4 bags. Part tree numbers #3, #4 ,and # 5. One of Each. One of mine had two #5 trees, missing a #3 tree. This left a row of holes.... Lucky the Gray frame supports cover those holes. Otherwise Great kit and easy to light.
@dgarvin53 Жыл бұрын
This kit is awesome, i'm having fun on the build. I did a few up grades in the cockpit. It is an awesome kit
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
I can't wait to get to building mine!
@kylecross5804 Жыл бұрын
This is breathtaking. it symbolises the uniqueness of this video and the parallels between both series and the Rogue One.
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I love both Rogue One and Band of Brothers, and so the crossover was going to happen eventually!
@kylecross5804 Жыл бұрын
@@billsfilmsinc you’re a credit to us all
@giannipolini2544 Жыл бұрын
Gorgeous mate. Are you making all the 3d models?
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. These are all real scale models that I have built and painted. No CGI going on here! To see a bit more of my process, check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoPHpKlsecuKn80
@giannipolini2544 Жыл бұрын
@@billsfilmsinc amazing stuff. 👍👍👍
@Shooter_FPV Жыл бұрын
New to airbrushing... when you say XF-2: 8 XF-80: 3, does that mean drops of paint? So 8 drops of XF-2 and 3 drops of XF-80? And I did read down in the comments that you thinned it a lot, correct? Great job on the build! Hope mine looks even close to it...
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
Yes, that is correct. If you add more paint, just keep it at an 8:3 ratio, and you should end up with similar results. For the mist coat at the end (to knock the colors down a bit), thin that mixture about 10:1 with thinner and build the paint up slowly.
@vaportrail1519 Жыл бұрын
Sooo jealous of this. My brain just doesn't work this way, I could never get that many layers to blend.
@bbgg2007 Жыл бұрын
Nice Job Bill, keep the videos coming! I can't wait to get mine in as I have a pretty sweet project planned for them. *Skatul from the RPF
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Eric!
@richardkeys5214 Жыл бұрын
My friend Mike fully restored a 66 w Camper
@uilnosaj Жыл бұрын
Holy crap, those panel lines are big.
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
Yes, it comes down to the nature of it being a snap-together kit. As you can see, the kit is molded in color, so there are larger panel lines where two colors meet than there would be otherwise. I wish Bandai would come out with an X-Wing whose fuselage was one large piece, like the old Fine Molds kit was.
@thedarkknight803able Жыл бұрын
Awesome build,😁👍🏾
@rogerharper9304 Жыл бұрын
promo sm 💃
@giannipolini2544 Жыл бұрын
May ask you tips to avoid orange peel chrome? I’m using a stand (ex Alclad) lacquers for black base primer and chrome. SMS colour for the yellow. No prob for the yellow..but could be smoother. Do you sand before coats? Thanks
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
Once the gloss black layer is down and cured for a few days, I apply the chrome. No sanding in-between. Could be a lot of factors, though: temperature, humidity, air pressure from airbrush, etc...
@giannipolini2544 Жыл бұрын
@@billsfilmsinc thanks 😊 may I ask you 2 more questions? Airbrush used? 0.2? You’re handmade smoke limes are great
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
@@giannipolini2544 I have an old Badger 150 that I got at an estate sale many years ago. Unsure of the needle size. I'd like to get a better airbrush one day, but the 150 is a great little dual-action brush.
@giannipolini2544 Жыл бұрын
@@billsfilmsinc it’s a great work, really. I tried with my Iwata 0.35, happy, but lines too large (the exhaust smoke I mean) I used lacquer for everything, even the smoke…maybe I should move to acrylic for that, so I can belittle them with an earbud). Do you have tips for that? Even the idea for R2 is great, but the Xwing 1/48 is too expensive..,I’ll try maybe on a 3d print service
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
@@giannipolini2544 I don't really use lacquers, unless they come from a spray can. I made the switch to acrylics a few years ago and never looked back. Yeah it's definitely not worth buying a whole X-Wing kit just for the R2 unit. I had one in the stash already, so I raided it! Just got lucky that it fit perfectly.
@jessefeyereisenphotography Жыл бұрын
Awesome work!
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jesse!
@giannipolini2544 Жыл бұрын
It’s a great work btw. I disagree with the exhaust, don’t need to print them, it’s a matter of filling and sanding. I made the die cast, repainting and filling it….now I’ll try the plastic one. Never tried the compound, any tips? I’m using SMS paint and ammo a-stand (ex Alclad) . This is the accurate colour: SMS - Premium Gelb RLM04 30ml - PL180 Don’t need to mix. Love sms paint, but you can find the alternative. Great job
@kristinabills5674 Жыл бұрын
Rad!
@jman7770 Жыл бұрын
background image used please?
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
It's a composite (matte "painting") of about 10 images from Adobe Stock.
@Channel-rc2un Жыл бұрын
Well done! This is a particularly good scene. You have developed this hobby into an art form.
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir!
@hazeform7689 Жыл бұрын
nice job...very well illustrated. short video but you showed all the steps needed to creat this picture
@kristinabills5674 Жыл бұрын
I love seeing all the layers!
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
Me too!
@somebodyoncetoldme6557 Жыл бұрын
Here's me hoping bandai reach out to military plamo, the industry is stagnating and we need bandai to shake things up so other company increase their product quality.
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
There are lots of companies that are disrupting the market currently. Sadly, I think Bandai is all but done with the Sci-fi (Star Wars) line. All I really wanted from them was a 1/48 Y-Wing....
@jozefgoos1735 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful wel done job.
@Fm_buli Жыл бұрын
Complaining about details over a snap together kit that is clearly meant for children feels completely pointless here. Maybe start off with a kit meeting your expectations would have been a better option. 🤷🏻♂️
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
The only N-1 kit that "meets my expectations" is made by Fine Molds, is 1/72 scale, and is impossibly hard to find. So I made lemonade and built this one instead.
@fangchern691 Жыл бұрын
Hi, just to confirm you used Tamiya XF-69 Nato black for the mist coat?
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
No, I used NATO Black for the grimy engine parts. For the mist coat I used the base color mixture, which was a combo of white and light gray, thinned down a LOT.
@fangchern691 Жыл бұрын
@@billsfilmsinc Thank you for the tips!
@fangchern691 Жыл бұрын
@@billsfilmsincHi, I'm beginning to do my Red 5 soon. One more question. At what stage did you apply the mist coat with the base grey colour? Is it after you have painted the grimy engine parts?
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
@@fangchern691 I do the mist coat after all the initial colors are down, but before the general weathering (with the tamiya smoke color). Just thin down the base color a lot and be very conservative with how much goes on. Less is generally more. And good luck with your build!
@fangchern691 Жыл бұрын
@@billsfilmsinc Thank you so much again
@dezzconnor8360 Жыл бұрын
Amazing work, fantastic attention to detail. But why go to all that effort (even to printing a custom R4) and then leave the pilot out?
@billsfilmsinc Жыл бұрын
Because I'm crap at painting figures! 😅
@dezzconnor8360 Жыл бұрын
Fair enough, I am too. Though at that scale, the figure need not be that well done, most of it can't really be seen...burgundy helmet with the "mohawk" in white, hey, look, it IS John D. (Good enough for government work, anyway)