5 Things Modellers Do That Make Me Question My Sanity... or theirs.

An introduction to the Warped Plastic scale modelling channel and a look at some weird modelling behaviours. Black primer, paint, applying decals, pre-shading nonsense, model building techniques, how not to organize your workbench. Sponsored by Thunderbird Models (thunderbirdmod...) and Chilliwack Slotcar Palace ( / slotcarpalace . Also check out warpedplastic.c....

[@warpedplastic]

Many thanks for all the positive feedback folks, it is much appreciated! I'm working on my next video and will have that up as soon as I can.

[@geoffhipwell2198]

Hi, I'm coming to you from 'Down Under', um... Andy, see I'm starting to forget your name already! Didn't you say "plenty of videos to come"? Well... Still waiting for the next! I had to subscribe after a taste of your wit, obvious talent, and fresh outlook. I'm 'old school' too. I'm also a car guy, but did start modeling years ago with Aircraft and would love to see more of your creations after that taste. So, where are you?? When's the next video?? 🤗 🦘

[@warpedplastic]

@@geoffhipwell2198 It's almost there! Had a few technical difficulties to iron out but I'll have it up very soon.

[@Bobby-md6pr]

Spot on mate. Spilling glue, paint, decal water, even single malt whisky is part of the challenge.( I've drank paint water and dipped brushes in single malt! Not cool!) And, your not human if your not dropping shit on the carpet and finding it at a distance that defies the laws of physics. Keep it coming.

[@_Jaspy_]

That last part is very true😂

[@ASpooneyBard]

Exactly. I don't know how it's possible for plastic parts to bounce on carpet, but it happens every time I build. I've had parts that are 3 inches long somehow just evaporate after dropping them. I don't understand.

[@ITSREALLYNOTYOURFAULT]

#...and finding it at a distance that defies the laws of physics" So true! 😂

[@martinrupprecht9853]

Actually I do spend a conciderable amount of time on all fours, searching parts on the carpet. Photoetched parts are the worst.

[@Thomas-r8w9x]

I got a couple of laughs out of this comment. This has been a crappy day in plastic paradise, so thanks fer da chuckles. Finding things at distances that should not be possible has been a theme for the last week in my apparently cursed studio. I'm ready to hire a priest AND a witch to get rid of the demons and gremlins haunting the place.

[@dejugulators]

Great video here's one: painting the interior of a plane when you won't be able to see it after it's built. Please help me understand this.

[@ledheadkustomplastic3442]

Lmao 🤣 Yes I question my sanity on a daily basis.. I use lots and lots of different techniques and skills I've been able to learn over the years.. When someone builds models the way I do PRIMER IS NECESSARY for all body parts and I've found that dark gray works for my eyes to see imperfect areas.. I don't build for COMPETITION or to make others happy, but I only want to make myself smile with my work.. I'm no better or worse than you or anyone else.. We are supposed to have fun and enjoy this HOBBY and not make others feel bad because they don't build the way we do.. We all have our own expectations of what we want our own work to be.... REGARDLESS OF WHAT OTHERS THINK 😎👍BTW there's no RIGHT or WRONG way to build your own models....

[@panhaikalis]

Very well said!!!

[@jdduran878]

Yes nailed it!

[@michaeldexter2544]

Yup. Especially when you're trying to fill and smooth seam lines, primer is a godsend. [I understand some people advocate brushing some silver paint over the seam lines, to see if they've been successfully eliminated, but I've never tried that technique.]

[@ricksrealpitbbq]

I started building models in the 60’s. So many were blown up shortly after completion. Now I’m much older and getting back into the hobby and your video has been most enjoyable. So many so called experts over complicate everything. And don’t get me started on the music, especially the extended loud intro with endless montages. I’d wager that I would agree with most of everything even what you probably left out. Good luck with your new channel.

[@pR1mal.]

We'd build cars, get bored with them, and then put Estes model rocket engines in the back. Then we would put eyelets on the bottom, with a long string to guide them. 🤣

[@stephenprudhoe6531]

I’m just starting back to modelling after 40yrs and this is the best video I’ve watched, a lot of the other videos just make you think you can never be as good as they make out they are,and it’s just supposed to be enjoyable!

[@misterskippy2u]

Those tartan flight suits had me rolling on the floor! 🤣

[@glenchapman3899]

Though I suspect there was a rivet counter somewhere screaming that the thread count did not look right

[@raychitty]

At last a man after my own heart! Been modelling for years, watch all the methods on KZbin and in the end do it as I've always done it. My AFVs still look used, worn, grubby & realistic. Thanks for the video, smiled all the way through it.

[@seantighe3077]

That was fun. Please make more. I love people who don’t take themselves too seriously.

[@WMTrackdog]

Love the work bench complaint. People that actually get things done usually have a cluttered work bench.

[@johnworts2178]

Wow. Just brilliant. I was getting to the point of stopping the hobby, because so many perfectionist and layered builds actually have the opposite effect and demotivate and disillusion me. Your video has brought me back from the brink. I cannot thank you highly enough 🤗👍

[@jimroberts3009]

I totally agree. I build models because I'm interested in what a particular plane, tank etc looked like. I don't need them to look like they've been in real battles or been sitting out in all weathers. I just paint them the colours recommended in the instructions. They are not REAL they are models!

[@kevinjones7171]

Great first video. Been modeling over 60 years. Our hobby NEEDS this kind of video! Now about raised versus recessed panel lines 😋

[@michaellawrence2706]

There’s a very good reason to use black primer, even if eventual color is white.

[@DavidAllen-i5g]

Love the sarcasm, all points well taken,at 79 I am still making the same old mistakes, but it is still fun. David from Texas USA.

[@nzdigital]

Brilliant! As someone coming back to the hobby in his 50s, I've certainly been influenced by the Rockstar youtubers and their black Primer (I'm an AV guy). Your video was not only hilarious, but also educational and thought provoking. Keep them coming. Have subscribed and look forward to more....

[@peterrech2307]

Great video. The use of black primer has come from the car customizers who customize real cars, they have mostly switched to black primer mainly because black shows up faults in their body work. For plastic or die-cast models it really is not necessary. If i use primer I use light grey dupli-color or white primer.

[@behrens97]

Black nitrile gloves is like watching a serial killer build a model. Best line lol

[@jimrichards3621]

We all thought it, now its out there!

[@randomnickify]

Yes, we all love zoomed-in images of hairy, sweaty hands and disgusting unkempt fingernails. Bonus points for some mildly infected, swelling cuts! 😂

[@tomlavelle8340]

It puts the primer on the wing

[@keithhorning7753]

Don't wear underwear on the outside of your pants, unless you are batman and the black gloves are for the craft man.

[@crazylocha2515]

Am sooo going to use that line, with proper attribution. Almost spit my coffee ☕ out ma nose when I heard it 👍

[@C.Brown5150]

Enjoyed your video , simple , fun and to the point.. I started building models back in the mid 70's.. And we didn't have all the tools and what not they're using today.. If they did , i didn't see them. But i also didn't go to Hobby Shops , we had to get what ever kits and stuff the local Department Store had. And my kits came out just fine.. Now, don't get me wrong , i do use a lot of the new stuff, if it makes sense and doesn't cost a house payment to buy them.. But for the most part , i still build like i did back then , Simple as possible.. It's a hobby that's meant to be ( FUN ) , so some folks need to stop making it harder than there day job.... But everyone is entitled to do there builds the way they wish.. As long as they enjoy it.👍

[@stephenknoll5063]

Black primer would be important if you are lighting a model, you would use it for light blocking. And as for pre-shading; painting the entire model black would be a waste, you only need to spray along panel lines and in a few other spots before putting down your base color. But one of the best uses I have seen for pre-shading is on figures, spraying a burst of black from below where shadows would naturally form and then a burst of white from above for highlights before layering your colors on in thin layers to build them up. For me one of the main reasons for putting down a layer of primer on a model is to help with sanding, it helps to make any irregular spots on the model stand out to help with sanding. Other than that Vinyl kits of course need an adhesion layer before painting and some resin kits need a primer to help with adhesion as well. One thing that works better than a primer for basic kits of course is to wash the model first to remove any mold release from the styrene, that will help even better than a primer. Oh and of course you would paint a gloss black on any part beforehand that you will be coating with a metallic paint. I think that covers it...

[@michaellawrence2706]

I use black primers because it’s a great way to get done color modulation which really makes things come to life instead of looking like a toy.

[@younggod2319]

You should make a video, this guy is ignorant.

[@jasmadahar9089]

Ha!!!! Great video and I feel exactly the same. Funnily enough, my wife’s grandmother (Somebody rest her soul) was in the WAAF in the big ‘old WW2, and her job was to organise the repair of damaged aircraft. I spoke to her about my modelling, and she chastised me for black-basing my model as they didn’t do that in real life. And besides, paint fades it doesn’t go dark. The only thing I do do is to prime my models. Whilst I can make everything as well as I can, I’m not perfect and priming can show things I’ve missed. I do, however, sand my priming coat to make it as smooth as possible and thing it out so not to obscure detail as you mention. You’re spot on with decals being applied from its backing sheet. I just don’t know why people take them off the sheet and then applying them, with the only exception being tiny decals which I do. Keep them coming.

[@wellardme]

Nice video mate! It's really refreshing to hear your take on modelling because our hobby (portrayed by many KZbinrs) is like the whole beauty industry; trying to aim for perfection. My job commitment doesn't allow me much time to delve deep into modelling and at times I get caught up in trying to pursue this perfection and in thinking: if i don't prime my tank black, I must be pretty backwards. I've given up listening to that twaddle and build my models to suit me. Thanks for the vid 😊

[@jaws666]

Agreed.irs YOUR model and if YOU are happy with the end result then thats all that matters

[@wellardme]

@@jaws666 exactly, mate. I've even bought into the whole modelling lark. I have drawers full of tools and materials I was told I needed but have never used. I will model to what makes me happy.

[@jaws666]

@@wellardme yep...thats why i left ipms ireland...too many snobs and perfectionists in this hobby who tell you that if you dont have their skills then you are not a real modeller or shouldnt be in the hobby

[@wellardme]

@@jaws666 they sound like a bunch of soap-dodging virgins. Or more politely put: rivet counters))

[@jdduran878]

Thanks for all the comments here. Ok I am not crazy!!! Just build. I’m not entering any competition just enjoying building a model

[@m0ther_bra1ned12]

That racing Mosquito looks really cool!

[@warpedplastic]

Thank you! Decals for it in 1/72nd and 1/48th scales are still available from Thunderbird Models.

[@brettcrowley1578]

Thanks so much for your video! Definitely the most entertaining and practical modeling vid I've seen lately. Spot on regarding the messy workbench BTW. I have plenty of holders and organizers for for my tools and such, yet somehow, they always seem to end up spread out all over the place. And I've never had a cutting mat last more than 72 hours without something spilled on it.

[@p40f20]

A clean and neat workbench is a very cold and lonely place.

[@NorthernerInSpace]

Somewhat condescending but I get the vibe you're going for. I like pre-shading, so suck it up fella! It is good to learn all kinds of techniques though, so it's all valuable advice.

[@-Euan-]

Honestly this is an amazing first video, on the level of lots of other modelling youtubers. The production value is amazing and I would have never have guessed this is video 1! Also it seems you are a much more down to earth modeller, I look forward to seeing more of your videos. Keep up the good work!

[@lancerevell5979]

Seeing the frenzied hand waving and gesticulating irks me too. I call it "video masturbating". Very irritating. 🙄 I do use ptimer on my car models, but rarely on aircraft or ships, never on armor. I use both Tamiya and Duplicolor gray primers, and Duplicolor black primer on car chassis in lieu of flat black paint. "Deckles".... just.... NO. 🙄

[@sarumano884]

I too, raise my eyebrows at undercoating the whole model in black. I watched a video where the guy painted the whole craft black, then went over every panel in white... Followed by several coats of aircraft grey. I was thinking, then, if you want the panel lines darker, just paint those?

[@warpedplastic]

Yes, I've seen similar and it makes no sense to me. It seems those who prime in black also like pre-shading which means they have to coat the black in another lighter colour and then pre-shade. So they've already got at least 2 coats of paint on before they even start putting colour coats on.

[@colinglasgow5530]

Great video,my type of modelling. So many pro modellers making an enjoyable experience into a multi layered headache. Keep em coming👍

[@michaellawrence2706]

We all do what makes it fun, I think. The hobby would be no fun for me if I didn’t go to the nth degree trying to make it perfect

[@Wulfemeister]

Excellent first video! Thank you. Keep the videos coming. Your video came on as something fresh and new compared to everyone else, and I appreciate that. I am from the "old school" of modelling as you are, and am glad to see people are still using those techniques.

[@darbbively3406]

You had my subscription at "no background music". The rest of your incredible inaugural video is just gravy. Looking forward to your content!

[@mikec.9677]

🎯 You knocked it out of the park. Great + Simple modeling tips & techniques that work and keeps modeling FUN❣😂👍

[@LemurKrazy]

Words of wisdom. Water based acrylics do need primer though - more likely to scratch or peel off if airbrushed on straight plastic.

[@warpedplastic]

I haven't had that happen, at least not with the Tamiya and Gunze paints I use. They're every bit as robust as enamels.

[@LemurKrazy]

@@warpedplastic yes they're tougher than most other acrylic ranges.

[@markfrommontana]

@@warpedplastic Certainly true for Tamiya paints which I frequently use. But Tamiya paints are alcohol based unlike Vallejo or AK or Ammo by Mig acyrlics which are far more fragile. I've never tried Gunze so can't comment on them.

[@RoamingAdhocrat]

I am just getting started with airbrushing, and "2mm finescale" railway modelling (1:152 with fancy track). Using Railmatch acrylic primer and paint, airbrushed on a plastic wagon kit - the paint is wearing off immediately with somewhat rough handling trying to get the buffers and couplings to fit. thinking it requires protective varnish and/or I'm airbrushering cluelessly

[@screwthisin]

I have never knocked over glue, but I did knock over microset/microsol before.

[@fenrismodels]

Excellent video! Welcome to the YT modeling space! Very fun video! I would like to add a caveat to point #5, combined with your choice of glue in point #2. Tamiya Extra Thin, chemically speaking, is the same thing as Tamiya Airbrush Cleaner. They have two components in them, one is a 50%-50% mix and the other a 50.1%-49.9% mix (assumedly so they can sell two different products and collect markup or something, I dunno... I'm just a model KZbinr, not a model businessman lol). Because of this, *IF YOU ARE USING ACRYLIC PAINT* you don't need to scrape the paint; the cement will eat it away then get to the plastic underneath and do its thing to the plastic. (I've never tested with enamels and lacquers, I have to stick to acrylics for health reasons, so caveat within a caveat I guess!) And there's no loss of bond strength, or at least none that I have been able to detect. Survives the rough handling of a 4-year-old just fine, not sure there's any better stress test out there haha!

[@davidhunt1947]

And apparently their lacquer thinner can be used as glue as well. I use water-based acrylics and have not had a problem with their glue so thanks for the message.

[@fenrismodels]

@@davidhunt1947 oh, can it? Neat!!! I'll have to give it a shot, I'd only heard about their Airbrush Cleaner being able to act as a plastic cement.

[@warpedplastic]

Hey, great info - thanks! Having never used Tamiya Airbrush Cleaner (actually, if I'm honest, I didn't even know they made one!) I wasn't aware they had two separate but nearly identical products for two different uses. I have no doubt this is a common corporate ploy in many sectors. I'm always reminded of the Simpsons' tour of the Duff Brewery where they have Duff Regular, Duff Lite and Duff Dry - all coming out of the same hopper! I've always used good ol' lacquer thinner to do a deep clean on my airbrush so have never bothered with products marketed as specialist airbrush cleaners, just seems like a bit of a gimmick to me. Judging by your info above, I'm guessing it is!

[@paulhennessy5627]

Pretty much same stuff as cellulose thinner- a 250 ml can costs the same as a 40 ml jar of extra-thin. gueess what I buy?

[@michaeldexter2544]

That's one reason I prefer to use acrylic paints.

[@bradleyjones5932]

people should do what ever engine color they like the look of, most of us are not rivet counters and don''t need a model to be 100% accurate, as long as it looks good, and as long as the builder is happy with it, that is all that matters.

[@stephenrose1343]

Much needed, too many modellers are way too serious.👍

[@matthewmclennan3193]

Video could of been 2 minutes

[@Chilly_Billy]

I loved this! I'm VERY happy I discovered you.

[@warpedplastic]

Thank you so much! Glad you liked it, please check out my other videos. Plenty more to come!

[@johnditto4885]

Great entertaining video. Lots of great points. Your scraping tip or using masking liquid was great. I ruined( melted many seams) not scraping away excess paint. You have helped me overcome my paralysis of super weathering ( I am not doing it). Just build the model and have fun. Thank you 😅

[@gorlestondoug]

Love it! This is my kind of video, as someone who has returned to the hobby after a 30 year hiatus and been delving into YT videos on the subject, i can relate to what you are saying. Love your sense of humour btw.

[@RobCrawford23]

The prime everything black may have come from the wargaming figure painting community, Games Workshop have been telling people to do this for at least 25 years. Any sensible person uses a primer colour which is best for the task in hand.

[@nathanthigpen7276]

Dude, you are spot on about everything you said about the hobby. You are my type of modeler, straight to the point and I love it. In my opinion the "weathering effects" just looks unreal and yes, my table is just as cluttered as yours.

[@warpedplastic]

Thank you, very much appreciated!

[@djvycious]

Man talk about starting a channel off with a bang! I subbed. Can't wait to see what's up next! My pet peeve is when people only build one thing, like armour. Look I built a tank! Oh I built another tank! You know what I haven't done in a while, another tank! Wake up and smell the coffee and mix it up a bit.

[@Andrewausfa]

I think we must be around the same age and some of the 'modern' techniques and presentations are just weird. Like videos naming every product they use, does it matter? No. I think a lot of the trends are since the advent of forums where everything is photographed under bright lights with macro lens and then oversharpened in software and I sit there wondering if the modeller's intention was making a model or a photo.

[@NothingNowhere-vu5oq]

The black latex gloves reference made me think of Peter Oxley, a content creator that I've discovered recently.

[@Beniah107]

Shits me senseless seeing those gloves every single time. Why? Reeks of the type of clown that still drives around in an air con car, windows up, on their own with a face-nappy on… 😤

[@Beniah107]

Shits me senseless seeing those gloves every single time. Why? Reeks of the type of clown that still drives around in an air con car, windows up, on their own with a face-nappy on… 😤

[@stevie65able]

I find his wearing of black latex gloves for no reason whatsoever completely baffling. Definitely serial killer vibes.

[@gregbenwell6173]

It is funny YOU SAID that you "are a former punk rock drummer", BECAUSE it was the early 1970s when I first started building models myself, and as my life progressed into the mid 1970s, I spent the majority of my time, listening to Rock and Roll on my stereo, while sitting alone in my room, pumping out the latest model kit I'd bought or received as a gift from my family!! By the time I graduated high school in fact, I owned nearly 1000 models, of everything from planes, boats/ships, cars, trucks, motorcycles, and space craft!!! In fact I was even on a mailing list for Centuri Rockets, which is now out of business, and I also had a bunch of flying model rockets I had build including the X24 Bug, which was a "lifting body" recovery rocket, that would "glide" back to earth after having been launched!!! Sadly when my parents "kicked me out of their house" at 18 years old, my mother destroyed most of my model collection!!! Which oddly enough, many of my models I had already replaced a number of times BECAUSE of my baby brother who constantly destroyed my models, AND was also the favorite of my parents kids!!!!

[@stewpotsmancave1870]

I have just watched this, I am so pleased that you have done this. I am relatively new to proper modeling and learning all the time but when going g to find out how to do something and seeing 16 different ways and 10 different tools to use I have found I have bought alot that is not needed. I am now funding my own way and testing a lot before building. But I think this is going to be a great chanel to watch .... ps I was going to start modelling on my channel but not ready yet .... there is some stuff up there .... need to film a model mmmmm thank you what seems to be a great channel. Stewpot....

[@shawnkilgore51]

Reality from a True Hobbyist! So refreshing. Thanks! I'm in for all your future ventures!

[@mikey673442]

lol 😂 Magic. The BS with some model builders is hilarious. Well done. Subscribed.

[@warpedplastic]

Thank you, very much appreciated! Next video will be up soon.

[@Roadrunners13]

Primer can help highlight imperfections- scribe the panel lines with appropriate tools - but good video 👍

[@lloydmourant8055]

“Matches for the authentic interior colours of purple and orange”. Bloody brilliant, had me howling with laughter.👍😎

[@baanibarnes9711]

Pretty much agreed about all your points - especially pre-shading/black primer. If you take the trouble to research your chosen project, you never see that effect over the whole airframe, you might see it in places like under the wing root or some other acute joining plane but the way current modellers do stuff looks artificial to my eye. Faded colour, paint chips, oil drips, exhaust stains - these are what I apply to most projects that warrant it, my aim is always to capture the character of the subject, not turn out a lot of cloned processed finishes that end up looking generic and unreal. I will keep an eye out for your output in the future (I am from Romford, England, also been modelling plastic kits since around five years of age, now 58!)

[@clivejefferys-author9411]

Loved this video 😂 i recently came back to the hobby after 40 years of being a grown up. Having fled back to my teenage self, i really enjoy the hobby all over again 😊 Yes i did mystify myself with hundreds of build videos and then had a WTF moment and ignored most of the new wave modellers tips. Paint it black... WHY? etc etc. Guess what? My models look just as good as the Masters Of The Modelverse, for 50% less effort!!! (Rant over)

[@Oz-kh7qs]

People sometimes use black primer as a first step in their weathering process,, i sometimes use mixed media's, photo etch, resin, white metal, plastic sheet and use a black priner for an even covering to blend everything together, it also shows up any imperfections ghost streamlines or unsanded areas, (long as your plastic is clean and oil free) maybe that's why people wear gloves, to stop greasy fingerprints getting everywhere, (box opening video's) if I spend x amount of ££££'s on an expensive kit I find it useful to see what I'm buying, it's not as tho you can go into the hobby store and start opening their merchandise and rifle through the box before you commit to buy, I totally agree with your points on gluing and Decals/Dee-kals, if you model 1/72 or 1/76 then some of your points are totally valid but for the larger scales 1/32 1/24 or 1/28 then your points are less valid, you said to another poster that it was meant as a lighthearted video, maybe you should have a disclaimer stating that fact at the beginning otherwise some people will take your comments seriously, I did enjoy your video even if it came across as rather condersending in places, apologies for the long rambling post but you really did get me thinking about our hobby.......regards.

[@warpedplastic]

Thanks for the comments. I take your feedback on board, you do have some valid points. I will be doing a video on painting and weathering at some point. Black primer - or any primer for that matter - has little value in the weathering process since it is an undercoat and weathering is usually an overcoat. The purpose of a primer is to prepare the surface for colour coats and, if necessary, enable a stronger bond between the paint and the underlying surface. A metal primer, for example, will etch into the metal and allow subsequent colour coats to adhere better. As such, primer on plastic simply isn't necessary for that purpose, hobby paints stick just fine without it. As an overall cover to check your seams, etc., before committing to paint, sure, but again, black primer is the worst possible colour to cover and all you're doing is having to put on excessive amounts of paint to cover it up. This is, as always, my opinion, and if it works for other people all power to them. But I do think a lot of modellers use techniques like this simply because everyone else is doing it and they don't really think it through. As for the gloves, I'm not saying they shouldn't be worn, and as an ex-health and safety manager I'll be the first to recommend them to prevent chronic skin ailments from some of the harsh chemicals we use. It's just the disembodied BLACK nitrile gloves that are seen in a lot of videos that creep me out! I have never seen the need for a box-opening video as there are plenty of reviews online that show the contents of the box if I so desire. But again, that's just something I won't be doing as I personally find them of little use and kinda silly. That may be taken as condescending I suppose, though it is not intended to be. I'm not sure why some points would be acceptable for smaller scales but not larger ones. Surely, the techniques and materials we use are the same regardless of scale? As for the disclaimer, well, I thought the video was silly enough to be pretty self-explanatory as far as lightheartedness, and judging by the comments people have left most of them seem to have understood that. As always, anyone who takes the video seriously and is offended by it, well, they just don't have to watch it! But I do think a little levity and perspective is often missing in the hobby - some people take it waaaay too seriously! Thanks again for the comments.

[@MooseEgg1]

I absolutely love this style of video. No over-edited videos, hand filled montages, or timelapses that provide no information. Just a man being entertaining and providing useful information. Thank you sir, please keep making more videos!

[@warpedplastic]

@@MooseEgg1 Glad you enjoyed it and many thanks for the kind words! I'm hoping to have the next video up very soon.

[@MooseEgg1]

@@warpedplastic Yes sir! Can't wait.

[@danielbritton8588]

The only time for gloves of any kind is handling painted items you do not want finger prints on or using solvents or handling lead. Beyond that is sissy. One is supposed to wash trees in warm soapy water so what are you protecting your hands from? It ain't releasing agents. My brother always modeled "Factory Fresh" kits. I do weather a little. Chipped paint etc. I prime vinyl. Model kits, NO WAY! It's just a model. Instant trash when you die. Everything ends up garbage sooner or later. Nit picking over a fun hobby is madness. I got a kick ass quad.50 half track that I weathered the piss out of that's pretty awesome. I like Olive Drab that really isn't olive drab. Boring having all OD the exact same shade of OD. Photo etch is always not needed. Most kits I view greater than 3 feet away. Never close unless dusting.

[@samuelbennett1717]

I like your "Get off my lawn!" vibe. I feel like you have a good sense of humor and I enjoyed your first video. I agree with you on most of your primer rant, I often skip the primer on a plastic model too, however black primer is in my opinion very important for figure painting. I get a little nostalgic for the good old days when there were plenty of hobby shops. In my area there really aren't any left, and I'm not in the boonies, I live in a suburb of Baltimore. The closest thing I have is a game store nearby who has a few modeling supplies, mostly for the wargame mini painters. I probably got my first model kit when I was about 5 or 6 at a mom and pop hobby shop. I'll be 60 in a few days and I'd sure like to revisit that long gone store.

[@cudathehawgjetfixer7520]

Here, here! I've been building models since I was 5, it was the Monograms Spitfire Mk. IX in 1/48 scale with retractable landing gear! Great memories, and with all of those great models from cutting edge Monogram back then, I had to have them, ended up donating them to the Lowery AFB Heritage & Traditions Museum, now I've been commissioned to build the Airmans Heritage Museum 1/72 aircraft model collection, just finished off the Italeri (Testors) 1/72 AC-130A, now I'm finishing off the Wild Weasels of the Vietnam War. What I do miss is that seeing people build models the OLD SCHOOL WAY, no preshodowing, no heavy weathering, just build them like they just rolled off the factory assembly lines! Plus these KZbin model video makers never been around a real military aircraft because the services would never allow their aircraft get so disgusting like they build their kits out to be. I've worked in the USAF for 32 years and never seen any US Armed Forces aircraft in that disrepair and weathered, yes some come back from deployments a little worn but never that disgusting as these KZbinrs build them out to be.

[@JamLeGull]

I am glad the algorithm demon has brought me this channel, I really enjoy what I have seen so far. The one exception I take is with the notion that you don't need primer. I would say that you don't *always* need primer, but a lot of the acrylic paints you used as examples have much better adhesion than others. Particularly Tamiya and the like are acrylic lacquers that have excellent adhesion when compared to water based acrylics such as Vallejo. Not all acrylics are created equal, acrylic is a broad label. Other than that, I have nothing but praise to give.

[@warpedplastic]

Many thanks for the kind words and I'm glad you're enjoying the channel. You're not the first person to mention Vallejo paints and it is one reason I rarely use them other than maybe for washes. To be honest, I've had difficulty getting Vallejo to stick even with primer! There are so many hobby paints available these days with far better properties that I just don't personally feel the need to use them.

[@aroncheek5092]

I think that a black base/prime is essential for some metallics . I agree that it's not always essential to prime but I mostly prime most of my work

[@scottysgarage4393]

Black primer base makes excellent shadowing on car engines and car engines NEED shadowing. Even new they are never "clean" looking. Works especially well on "aluminum" blocks.

[@warpedplastic]

I would (and do) just use a grimy wash. After all, that's how the real thing gets dirty.

[@mikemontgomery2654]

Meh, I've learned not to bother nit-picking on people's techniques. The black primer doesn't bother me, I don't see that as often as you do, I suppose. Definitely not for aircraft with white paint going over. As for your clean bench gripe, I DO believe it! Some people are absolute neat freaks. You'd be shocked to see how far some will go to keep their workbenches clean.

[@markoneill9346]

Never did get the box opening videos, you open a model box and what a suprise, there is a model in it, who new?

[@nigelmyall3204]

"Fudgenuggets". I love Canada! I'd love to hear your opinions on airbrushes and photoetch. Perhaps in a future video?

[@warpedplastic]

Absolutely.

[@mykediemart]

Thank you for no corney music or floaty hands but I see you kept the comedy sketches, nice. I am mostly a terrain and figure painter/crafter, wargames and rpg stuff. But I do find a lot of great tips and techniques from other model builders. Priming black is a thing in the wargaming hobby but a lot of times it seeming like an extra step. Prime Black , Highlight white , then paint. Im a novice so im just copying techniques I see, and it might be different for figures. I have picked up some traditional models so hopefully I can pick up some tips from you

[@anthonylichfield3540]

Hello there great video looking forward to seeing your next one happy modelling old boy all the best from here in the UK 👍

[@ITSREALLYNOTYOURFAULT]

The ending to this video is hilarious! THANK YOU! 😂 (i was beginning to think i was the only hopelessly messy, accident prone, modeller who spends far too much time looking for that thing i just put down a few seconds ago)

[@jimrichards3621]

Number 6 all the way! What a breath of fresh air that was, I love your approach and humour. And the Scottish Air Force, genius.

[@rogerking3449]

ya, never understood painting an airplane black [primer]. so happy to hear your thoughts on this. agree with all your comments. THANKS!

[@laurencefausold5555]

In regards to the neatness of the workbench, yeah, I can relate, mine looks like a tornado blew through, the only thing that is "neat and tidy" is the modeling mat I am using.

[@8563robbie]

That's a thing with me too..... flowers have petals...models have decals......same pronunciation... Thanks for the video. I recognise a lot of points you make !

[@warpedplastic]

Thank you! Almost seems like we're the minority these days but I never heard it pronounced "dee-cals" until, well, KZbin! Many thanks for the comments.

[@ofcfrankmurphy3948]

Normally I wouldn't bash someone, but since you've already done that to so many modelers I'll just go ahead and say it. You act like you have all the answers and for someone that wants to make a great model of a store bought factory made toy then this is the guy for you, but if you want a little realism in your models I suggest listing to nothing this "modeler" says. Take care of your own issues before making fun of other people, you models you showcased in this video look the same as any die-cast crap found at a Walmart or Target but thanks for telling all of us how "Insanely bad" at building we all are. To anyone that want to learn to build beautiful realistic models, keep looking this dude at the one.

[@warpedplastic]

Normally I wouldn't waste my time replying to someone who clearly takes life, and themselves, so very seriously but really, this is way beyond unacceptable and uncalled for. I don't know how you missed the fact that these are my opinions and personal techniques, even though 99.9% of the other commenters got it. I'm all for different opinions; diversity is a good thing, it's how we learn from each other, but if you can't express your opinion in a constructive manner and without resorting to personal insults, then maybe you need to find a different hobby.

[@ofcfrankmurphy3948]

@warpedplastic I'm all for it to, I'm not for the way you put people down for the way they do it. If you came out and said, " you don't need to do all this, instead you can do it this way" that's cool, but then you make fun of my heritage with your dinky little hat and talking like people from the south are un educated and dumb... That was the point where I decided to say something. You won't find me trying to cancel you or tell people how horrible you are but just like you have your opinion about model building rednecks and speak on it, I felt the need to do the same.

[@ofcfrankmurphy3948]

@warpedplastic and just so you know I searched "Scale models" and you popped up, I clicked because I was intrigued and ready to learn something and hopefully find another channel to Sub to, it wasn't till after I gave you almost half the video that I stopped watching and left this comment.

[@paulsmodels]

I have been trying to have a you Tube model making channel but I have found that I really stink at it. Yeah, I don't care for the black skin tight gloves, and just watching a pair of hands moving around all the time. Have fun with yours.

[@glenchapman3899]

I dont mind box opening videos. Helps to see if someone else has wasted their money so I don't have to. As for black primer. I do use it on ships. Helps with the small scale to allow faint markings to pop when you have painted it.

[@19chinaman62]

Thanks for sharing your healthy approach of modelling... as an advanced modeller i know how we can get blinded by knowledge, trends and hypes. Always good to regurlarly remind yourself of the basics cause most of the times those are sufficient and efficient enough to get the job done as well saves quite some money. About instructions ? i ALWAYS read any instructions of any product... you never know what neat tip or trick is given.. I really like your style 😂 (subscribed at once), keep up the good work dude 🤟😃👍 Greets from the Netherlands, Peter

[@duhrailed]

That grey primer Its available in white, 3 different greys, red oxide, black and yellow Ill use the proper color prime before paint and ill use less of the color

[@danielbackley9301]

Subscribed for the humor never mind the old school modeling that we all learned as children too many moons ago.

[@vincentnoriega3353]

I like thar you are an OLD SCHOOL modeler! I too have been building for decades. I find primer is useless in most builds and other things you touched on are spot on. Thanks for a carefully thought out video!👍🏼👏

[@IamNasman]

Excellent a sarcastic modeller, at last someone I can relate to. Make more videos.

[@warpedplastic]

Lol no problem, plenty more where that came from!

[@cudathehawgjetfixer7520]

Love the content and humor! I'm in your corner of painting, old school enamel user, loved Testors Model Master paints but had to change brands, currently using Humbrol and True North Paints (a must if you used MM paints for the FS coded paints). The only time to use primer is when I paint AlClad II paints, and that primer is Krylon Gloss Black to get the silver paints to come out with the richness of Polished Aluminium or Stainless Steel colors!

[@warpedplastic]

Yep, that's one I forgot to mention. Alclad will work without primer but it looks much better over gloss black. I'm told the Vallejo metal colours need gloss black too, though I've never tried them myself. I am planning a future video on painting and weathering and will expand on the primer thing then. Many thanks for the feedback.

[@brettcrowley1578]

I've used vallejo metal with both black and grey primers. There is, in my opinion, a slight difference in appearance, but they definitely need some kind of primer to stay put.

[@wwiiinplastic4712]

What, you don't like the royalty-free music? It's the main reason I watch modeling videos. Seriously, though, I wasn't a punk drummer but I've listened to enough to know the usual YT music is not for me.

[@Thomas-r8w9x]

Well, I have high hopes for you and your efforts here. I am starting modeling, sculpting, and painting scale models and clay after a twenty five year break. I did no have access to youtube last time. It is very different having so many people sharing knowledge in an A/V format.

[@robertbeckman9363]

Best Sponsor Ever! Also love the "I do it my way" attitude ;-) Very interested how your chanel will evolve!!!

[@maxsmodels]

I use the Tamiya surface primer too. Love it.

[@MrPDoff]

Different but fun. #5, 6 spot on especially 6. I was beginning to think it was must me

[@cdpgbc-mw2kz]

Canadian Gen X. This video speaks to me. Common sense and practical. Great job.

[@njcdailo8934]

Man your battle station set up is awesome not a mess. So much room, all those shelves . 😱

[@warpedplastic]

Hey, thanks! It feels like a mess, but it works for me.

[@The12348567]

So glad I came upon your site. Great content with a touch of humor. Keep up the good work.

[@peteradshead6566]

Excellent video, far too many modellers are taking the hobby too seriously and obsessing over the latest 'must do' techniques. Very amusing, thanks for that, it makes me want to go and build a model, or fifteen, and enjoy them without getting stressed. And yes, the black gloves are creepy!

[@danielbackley9301]

Try model railroading if you want to meet the OCD crowd up close and personal . The Rivet Counters will drive anyone crazy.

[@peteradshead6566]

@@danielbackley9301 having poked a bit of fun at the OCD crowd I have to say that I just love to see the fabulous models they build, beautiful, flawless creations. It is just that it isn't necessary to go to the n'th degree and to keep up with every new fashionable technique to enjoy the hobby, just do your own thing and have fun. Any creative pastime is going to give satisfaction.

[@danielbackley9301]

EXACTLY and the worse part o fit is that some of them while very good modelers are also the very people whose criticisms turn off many newer modelers form the hobby.@@peteradshead6566

[@craigwhite5703]

You’re going to the top

[@wkelly3053]

I can see you saying, “Hi, I’m here from 1970….what’s YOUR problem!!?”😄🥹😂. It’s a compliment. The wig bit had a little Monty Python in it. Completely hilarious, but much truth said. BTW, nice Homer Simpson doll.

[@zzodr]

How about those dark panel lines on aircraft people do? If they were 1:1 scale - you could stick your fist in the panel join!

[@sierrascale]

Love it, reminded me of the Red Green Show, but with less duct tape! Beautiful work, especially the civil Mossie. I also hate priming and weathering, preferring the clean look.

[@MattFaneuf]

Thank you for your wonderful perspective on the state of modeling in 2024!!

[@warpedplastic]

You're welcome and thanks for watching!

[@alfredodelpino]

Hummm... I'm in agreement about many things as the inbox reviews. But I must disagree with you in a certain perception of "my way is correct and the others are dumbs". A hobby must evolve, technology and technics get better. A couple of years ago I learnt about "tall poppy syndrome". Maybe I missunderstood your message but I couldn't find any advice to build better models, only "don't do this, you dumb"

[@warpedplastic]

It is only my opinion, perhaps I wasn't as clear about that as I thought. There will be plenty of other videos to come about how to build better models, this was really only meant to challenge several current trends that I think many modellers follow without thinking them through and asking themselves what the purpose of it is. And let's face it, pretty much every other modelling video is in the same vein; do this and not that.

[@kenkingsflyingmachines2382]

"Got your tools all 5-S-ed on the wall." I can't even do that at work, I ain't doing it at home! I vaccilate between plastic display models and flying balsa models with emphasis on the balsa ones. I'll get one or two plastic models done a year as a wintertime diversion. Remarkably entertaining. I look forward to more of your output. I like the serial killer guy lolol

[@SEMJW]

Enjoyable, informative first video Andy. I agree with your comments.

[@jonakason4451]

"...but I'm also my own granpa" lol 😂

[@bobharrison2212]

Educational …. Funny…. You’re a natural for the videos …. Keep them coming …..

[@-Euan-]

7:05 I use primer mainly for just the canopys as I find the adhesion of paint can be poor on transparent parts.