Battle of Huế - 1/6 Scale U.S. Marine Corps, 1968 | Diorama base and Wearing the Grunt | Part 2

Customizing and Weathering | Part 1
☞ • Battle of Huế - 1/6 Sc...
After more than 70 hours of work, I am excited to announce that the second part of my video is finally complete! In today's video, I will be sharing the process of how I created the diorama base and assembled the uniform on the figure. The diorama base was a challenging yet rewarding project that required a lot of attention to detail. I will be taking you through the step-by-step process of how I brought this vision to life, from selecting the materials to the finishing touches. Additionally, I will be showcasing the assembly process of the uniform on the figure, which was another time-consuming task that required precision and patience. I can't wait to share this journey with you and hope that you find it as enjoyable to watch as it was for me to create!
00:04 - How to build a Diorama base
12:56 - Wearing the action figure
18:52 - Sewing a Jungle First Aid Pouch
20:05 - Sewing a U.S. Army Six Pocket OD Cloth 30 Cal. Ammo Bandolier
25:05 - Weathering the Ammo Bandolier
26:59 - How to build a Street advertising note board
32:26 - USMC showcasing
🇻🇳 The Battle of Huế, also known as the Siege of Huế, was a major battle of the Vietnam War that took place during the Tet Offensive, in 1968. It was fought between the North Vietnamese Army and the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN), supported by the United States, for control of Huế, a city in central Vietnam. The battle lasted for over a month and resulted in a North Vietnamese victory, but at a high cost to both sides. The fighting was some of the most intense of the war, and large parts of the city were destroyed.
◉ what is Weathering in the miniature figure?
Weathering for military figures refers to the process of adding realistic details and effects to miniature figures that depict soldiers or military vehicles. This can include things like battle damage, dirt, mud, and other elements that would be found on a real-life military object that has been used in combat or on the field. Weathering is often used to make the figures look more lifelike and to enhance the overall appearance of a model or diorama. It is also used in historical reenactments, to make the figures look more genuine and accurate.
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[@Baker_7498]

bicycle tyre inner tube is perfect for the helmet band since Marines used truck tyre inner tubes for real

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Exactly, my friend. The bicycle tire inner tube is perfect for the 1/6 helmet band. 👊👊

[@miguelalvarez5079]

the moment I enter KZbin and see that you uploaded the sequel, that moment in my life is called HAPPINESS!😮❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ Postscript: I couldn't enter before, because I was working!😢

[@biginjapanminiatures]

I was very late for the update, but I finally got it done. Thanks for stopping by our channel. 👍

[@ShutUpBubi]

The attention to detail is beyond words!

[@biginjapanminiatures]

I really appreciate it, my friend! Thanks for watching!

[@legolasstudios]

3:43 another cool trick for concrete is water+glue+sand or thin gravel+ paint

[@biginjapanminiatures]

I usually use this process as well 👍🏻

[@kenkerber-gl2ng]

Send, I am a Vietnam vet. I do appreciate what you do. Very nice work very very good. Wish you luck in the future with more.

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Hey Ken! Thanks for coming to my channel! I really appreciate it. I’ve been working on radioman Vietnam era. Actually I’m working slowly… 😂 Take care!

[@ashpitcher3]

Nice work! Little pointer, at the 9.50 mark, where you are applying the watered down PVA. Spray a light mist of alcohol right before the PVA and it will help the glue flow a lot better into all the nooks and crannies and help lock in your powders and sand etc. Also, add a drop of dish washing liquid into your glue mix to help break the water tension and improve the flow. That way you can avoid the clumping that occurs with the PVA sitting on top of your other materials. In saying that, your groundwork is fantastic! These little tips might make the next one easier. Love that pose you displayed him in too. Top shelf work!

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thanks for the tip, mate! Appreciate it! I’ll try to do that in the future work 👍🏻

[@ashpitcher3]

@@biginjapanminiatures your work is amazing Bro! Look forward to seeing more!

[@BlackAdder1970]

Wow! Nice work!

[@robertsartino7664]

That is AWESOME!

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thank you, mate! 👍🏻👍🏻 Thanks for your support. 👊🏻

[@Paulways]

Great job buddy 🎉

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thanks, my friend! Take care! 👊🏻

[@Soeiime]

Nice job brother

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thank you, my brother! 👊🏻👊🏻

[@ScottnotBob]

That’s slick way of battle aging the helmet! And Finn makes a great character to customize with; I have one too!😂 ✌️🤘

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thank you my friend! I really love this head. I think Finn's head fit this project very well. Thanks for watching 👍🏻👍🏻

[@ranson2002]

amazing work, I am just now getting started in the 1/6 scale world and your videos inspire me.

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Looks pretty good, man! I'm honored and glad that you started on a 1/6 scale. Thanks for watching!

[@vermillionhugh]

Superb work, bravo 👏👏👏👏👏👍

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thank you, my friend! 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻 Cheers!!!

[@paulbrockhurst8397]

Oh wow! What an artist! So good I subscribed myself! You are a genius....no doubt. Left me gasping! I was transfixed the whole way through.

[@biginjapanminiatures]

I appreciate it, man. Thanks for subscribing. I hope you like the content and, please, welcome to our channel. 👍

[@dbenci2071]

Nice

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thank you, my friend!

[@JackFlemingFan1]

Excellent, just excellent!!

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thank you, my friend! 👊🏻

[@dEnNiS_0175]

Looks great!

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thank you, man!! 😉👊🏻👊🏻

[@MikeyRumi180]

awesome Bro!! looks amazing.

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thank you, maestro!! 👊🏻 Cheers!!

[@surfinoperator]

W😮W Mate, your DiY work is AWESOME & OUTSTANDING & FANTASTIC!!!! Can't wait for more (maybe a modern soldier?!), so please KEEP IT UP and COMING and ROCKING IT 🤘🙃😉🤘

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Many thanks, mate! Yes, I so excited to build a modern soldier, probably a navy seal or something like that. I’ll make it! thanks for your support! 👊🏻

[@randycheow4268]

Can you make a LRRP or MACV SOG kitbash in the future

[@biginjapanminiatures]

All right, sir! 🫡 Your wish is my command ! Keep watching 👊🏻

[@alexandremarcelino7360]

Incrível! Sensacional! 🌟👏

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Obrigado por assistir, brother! 👊🏻

[@alexandremarcelino7360]

@@biginjapanminiatures valeu 👊

[@robstudabaker784]

Fanf@$#%_^tastic. Incredible work.

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Arigatou! 👊🏻Thanks for watching, mate!

[@mrstacyj9496]

17:29 ? why did this foot soldier carry a dry paint brush? PS your work is extraordinary

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Hello, friend! Thank you for your support.👍 During the Vietnam War, particularly between 1966 and 1970, many soldiers faced issues with their M16 rifles. They discovered that the rifles had manufacturing defects, and the only solution at the time was to conduct regular maintenance and cleaning of the rifles. As a result, soldiers utilized brushes, toothbrushes, and lubricating oils to keep the weapons clean. For this figure, I referenced photographs. If possible, please check it out at the end of the video. Take care!

[@mrstacyj9496]

@@biginjapanminiatures Thank you for sharing. My brother (b. 1952) served in the Vietnam War in the USN (shipboard - a destroyer - in engineering). He was stationed either in Subic Bay, Phillippines or Yokosuko, Japan (ca. 1971-1973). Many HAIR-RAISING tales of fire support along the coast of (then) North Vietnam in support of ground troops.

[@minstral29]

cool

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thank you, mate! 👊🏻👊🏻

[@jean-jacqueslegall6860]

salut "my friend", si un jour ,tu penses la mettre en vente..?. je serai très volontiers ton acheteur. bye bon Week end🖐🖐

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Bonjour mon ami!!! 👋🏻 comment vas-tu? Je promets que j'y réfléchirai. Combien seriez-vous prêt à payer pour cette figurine ?😅 Mes sincères salutations.

[@jean-jacqueslegall6860]

@@biginjapanminiatures Salut l'ami. Avant tout je voudrais te féliciter tout ton sens de détails ;de recherche historique ; de la qualité de maquettiste. Et je serais ravi et fière de me procurer une de tes réalisation. personnellement je ne sais pas trop combien cela vaut , peut être entre 180 et 200 euros, le prix d'une figurine DID ! tu me rediras ce que tu en pense. a+ très bon Week end . salutations. signé un admirateur

[@jean-jacqueslegall6860]

Salut l'ami. Avant tout je voudrais te féliciter tout ton sens de détails ;de recherche historique ; de la qualité de maquettiste. Et je serais ravi et fière de me procurer une de tes réalisation. personnellement je ne sais pas trop combien cela vaut , peut être entre 180 et 200 euros, le prix d'une figurine DID ! tu me rediras ce que tu en penses et tu me diras combien sera ton prix je serais fort intéressé donc ton prix sera le mien. a+ très bon Week end . salutations. signé un admirateur

[@biginjapanminiatures]

@@jean-jacqueslegall6860 Bonjour, mon ami! Comment ça va? J'espère que tout va bien de ton côté. Désolé pour le retard dans la réponse à votre message. Concernant la figurine 1/6 du Vietnam, je voudrais te la vendre pour 200 euros, mais je ne peux pas faire ça. J'ai passé de nombreuses heures à travailler sur ce projet. Je crois que j'ai passé plus de 120 heures, en travaillant seulement les week-ends. Les fabricants comme DID, bien qu'ils soient connus pour leur haute qualité et leurs détails, n'arrivent souvent pas à atteindre le niveau de personnalisation et d'attention individuelle qu'un projet artisanal comme celui-ci peut offrir. Ce type de dévouement et de compétence valorise vraiment la pièce. Je n'ai jamais mis cette figurine en vente, mais comme tu as montré de l'intérêt, je pense pouvoir me séparer de cette pièce unique pour 900 euros. Salutations du Japon!

[@jean-jacqueslegall6860]

Hello l'ami. Merci pour ta réponse. Sniff😭😢...cest beaucoup trop chère pour moi. Dommage😔...je me contenterai de regarder tes vidéos( cest toujours un vrai plaisir de suivre tes vidéos) pour me consoler. A bientôt l'ami. 🤗

[@みかん-g7r2f]

素晴らしい！Very good job, I was amazed with how you created the diorama and magazine pouch. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Hello my friend! Thanks for watching! 👍🏻 もっと 頑張りまっす です ね^_^よろしくお願いします。 本当にありがとうございます。

[@alessandrosilva8499]

What are the measurements of the diorama base?

[@biginjapanminiatures]

A parte inferior tem as medidas de 18X16X4cm. As paredes tem 33cm de altura; 9cm de largura e 2cm de espessura.

[@alessandrosilva8499]

@@biginjapanminiatures Thank you

[@PrivateFrog-yd3vm]

this left me without words ! it is simply fantastic everything is as accurate as possible and all the details are insanely realistic ! huge thanks for sharing this !

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thanks a lot, mate! Thanks for watching. Your words make me super excited to produce more content like this. Cheers!

[@nawnawnawnaw6801]

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[@beaublackford3697]

Dang! 👍

[@tredown2802]

This is just the shit !!!!! Real talk .. DEFINITELY a talented artist.. 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽💯💯💯✅🔥🔥🔥😎

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thanks a lot, bro! I really appreciate it! a new video coming soon 🔥

[@Nailyboy1970]

Well done, love the posing behind the wall.👏👏

[@golemguyyt5646]

Insane work yet again! You never fail to impress

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thanks you, mate! 👊🏻👊🏻 thanks for watching and see you in the next video.

[@sergiojacobi3894]

Great job! You are amazing!

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thanks, my friend! I’ll update a new video soon. Keep watching 👊🏻

[@SandmanSect8]

I am just finding your videos.. I love model and diorama work.. your creativity and detail is off the charts! awesome craftsmanship.. People like you is who I learn from.. truly amazing work BIG IN JAPAN...

[@biginjapanminiatures]

I appreciate your kind words, mate! Thanks coming to my channel! I hope my videos can help you on your creative journey👊🏻

[@williambradfordbaldwin4386]

I paint mine grey

[@jean-jacqueslegall6860]

je viens de découvrir ta nouvelle réalisation!!!! c'est tout simplement SUPERBE. J'adore 👌👌👍👍

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Bonjour ami, merci beaucoup de visiter à nouveau notre chaîne! Je suis content que la dernière vidéo vous ait plu. Merci de toujours regarder mon contenu sur la chaîne. 👍👍

[@jasemac5391]

This is absolutely amazing my Brother 👍🏻🇦🇺

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Thank you so much! 👍🏻👍🏻 Thanks for your support, my friend! Take care!

[@francescoferrandino6726]

Ottimo lavoro!!!

[@biginjapanminiatures]

Grazie! Sono felice che tu segua il mio lavoro. Salute! 🙏

[@francescoferrandino6726]

Buon pomeriggio, se decidi di fare anche qualcosa sul fronte Italiano dslla 2^ guerra mondiale ti consiglio, come lavoro, qualcosa legato alle gesta dello Squadrone F..

[@tolik5929]

In the end ..............your still playing with dolls bro .