Owen, you have been inspirational on my return to the hobby after almost 30 years away. Thank you!
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome ❤️ I'm glad you're enjoying the hobby again
@supercededman2 жыл бұрын
@@quickkits I second Ednitram's comment. I'm 61, and your videos are inspiring my return to the hobby. Young man, you are helping many, even tough you are currently taking a break. We will all break open the champagne when you return. Until then, keep safe and well.
@Allessio7774 жыл бұрын
Has to be the most attractive modeler on the Tube!
@JustcallmeDedo4 жыл бұрын
Allessio777 hell yeah
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
Aw man I'm blushing
@chaplaingrimaldus7464 жыл бұрын
For anybody who loves painting tanks and aircraft. If you handpaint, get your self a tube or 2 of Vallejo Steel 71.065. This not only works as a primer but has turned all my tanks to looking like plastic to actually appearing as kits made of steel. It seals well and doesn't distort any colours you paint over it. I use noting but Vallejo and Tamiya acrylics and they make my models look fantastically realistic.
@andrewoconnor51084 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip! Will order this and try it out.
@chaplaingrimaldus7464 жыл бұрын
@@andrewoconnor5108 71.065 Is the code of the paint. My current project the Tamiya Sherman M4A3E8 when sitting in this paint looks metal NOT plastic. it's a great paint to use throughout build as it adds realism to your tanks but also helps any paints over it hold on better. I hope this tip works well for you and you need only to lightly apply it. Let me know how it goes and i look forward to hearing about it.
@generic_asian_4 жыл бұрын
I use Stretched sprue to make the wires.
@cameronwest45884 жыл бұрын
Generic Asian #68301648 use some spare sprue and heat it up over a candle and pull either end away from each other and it will draw out a wire from the plastic
@LouisArnold_3 жыл бұрын
yeah it works well!
@ModelMinutes4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic advice there! For rigging I use either stretched spruce or invisible thread, superglued into place & tied if needed. I’d love to try EZline though, as it flies well and is elastic ☺️
@what_should_i_call_myself43824 жыл бұрын
Last time i watched you was 4-5 years when i was 10, and then I saw you again and Ive started making them again!
@oven80274 жыл бұрын
Hi Owen I’m Owen too! Always thought it was a name which very little people have, but seems not.
@c464534 жыл бұрын
the one guy from jurrassic park 2 is named owen too i think
@oven80274 жыл бұрын
Yeah that surprised me too. 😂
@Snoozie094 жыл бұрын
Also, artists oils are all around fantastic for all-things-weathering. Washes, fading, highlighting and creating dirt effects.. and very forgiving since they have such a long drying time. Anyone who reads this, experiment with oils on your models!
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
^ I second this
@thesidingshow46564 жыл бұрын
1:19 was my question thanks for answering
@ArchiW0024 жыл бұрын
you could also warm up a part of the left over plastic and pull it on each end apart to make a very thin plastic string. You can also find it on KZbin. Good Luck!
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome I hope it helps!
@XZasCC4 жыл бұрын
I used cotton thread on my scharnhorst, fishing line painted black on my bismarck and spitfire, I think they look fine
@Bruh-uj2bh4 жыл бұрын
Please do another collection video because your collection has grown
@Bruh-uj2bh4 жыл бұрын
Great video you really inspire me to make models! I’m so glad that your back!! Keep it up.
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! And you too dude :)
@eviloverlordsean4 жыл бұрын
Stuff I've learned from Owen (abridged)... using pastels and chalk for weathering, chipping techniques, how to get more details brought out, wash your parts before you build, how thin should your paints be, the list goes on and on - I never start a new build without reviewing my collection of Quick Kits vids. Thanks so much!
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
That means a lot dude ❤️❤️ glad to have been of help
@eviloverlordsean4 жыл бұрын
@@quickkits Oh, and lest we forget... the magic of Q-Tips!
@imjesussaltytunasocks85884 жыл бұрын
Watching your videos have inspired me to start scale modeling
@Dunhillscalemodelling4 жыл бұрын
I recommend the wires for rigging or for WWI planes from "Uschi van der Rosten". They are flexible. So it is easier to glue them under tension b
@owenb93704 жыл бұрын
I like your philosophy of putting fun first in modelling.
@michaelwojcik65774 жыл бұрын
Welcome back Owen! I always enjoyed your build videos, getting back into the hobby after a 35 year layoff. Ypur key point. Make sure your having fun.
@johnkelley98774 жыл бұрын
Great advice Owen! For my own models I have used Citadel Washes and Techinical paint which are acrylic base and work quite well. On my last kit I used a water soluble artist oil paint. It can be thinned with water and before it dries it can be cleaned up with a Q tip or cotton bud dampened in water. Good luck with the job and thanks for sharing these tips.
@Snoozie094 жыл бұрын
I can confirm, 'EZ line' is awesome if you can get ahold it Also not sure what Tamiya accent liner is made from 100%, but odorless thinners DO wipe it clean as if it were an oil wash. So use those varnishes to protect your base coats! /// Awesome little session here Owen!
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips and feedback :)
@XZasCC4 жыл бұрын
For guide wires, I use either fishing line or just cotton, depending on scale, with a dab of super glue, turns out good enough for me :)
@Warkip4 жыл бұрын
0:52 i dont know where i saw it, but it works decently for me so far, is picking a piece of the sprue itself and heating it with a lighter and when its starts to be flexible pull it out, this should give you a decently thin (altho maybe a bit thick for some peoples liking) wire
@thesidingshow46564 жыл бұрын
Niels van de Wetering thanks a ton o
@ModelMinutes4 жыл бұрын
Was it my video any chance? 😂
@eviloverlordsean4 жыл бұрын
One word of caution... DON'T use a candle to heat the sprue! You'll run the risk of getting soot baked into the plastic.
@armiesofplasticstudios1434 жыл бұрын
To make guide wires really cheaply, you can take some of the extra plastic from your model kit sprue, heat it up under a candle, and stretch it until it's thin enough for your needs.
@barrythatcher93492 жыл бұрын
Owen I walked past a model store when I was 15 yrs old (1975). A model kit caught my eye. It was the original Airfix picture of Lancaster landing with one of the engines on fire. i went wow. I've got the original picture but not the model having moved too often. I have Lancaster model that needs some refurbishment.
@Juan-ie9of4 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you back man! your tips helped me a lot recently, cheers.
@timu.64524 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your videos Owen. Really enjoy them. You have a unique point of view on modelling, which is really refreshing to see on KZbin. Keep the videos coming. 👍
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude that means a lot ❤️
@ger59564 жыл бұрын
For scale wires I find the best option is old guitar stings, you have a good variety of sizes and you should be able to get them for free from your local music shop, just go in and ask for some broken stings and they will be more than happy to give you as many as you want
@caesar77344 жыл бұрын
To make the wires, hold a piece of sprue above a candle for a few seconds and then stretch it
@joshhunt65664 жыл бұрын
for the guide wire, i used thin fishing line, with just a dot of glue on each end and it worked out just fine.
@davidmincher84314 жыл бұрын
Excellent knowledge.
@jdvanzyl98422 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all your advice , it really helped me, I appreciate it
@nathancoghill98024 жыл бұрын
I think the Red Arrow planes are the best to not weather because although they are used a lot, I would always imagine them to be perfect.
@hazardtrooper27914 жыл бұрын
what model brand do you think is better at planes (Tamiya, Airfix, Revell, etc.) and what model brand do you think is better at tanks (Tamiya, Revell, Dragon, Airfix etc.) I personally prefer tamiya for tanks and infantry because its not too expensive and its good quality and i personally prefer airfix for planes because they're easy and not too expensive
@sgkingly83924 жыл бұрын
I am a bit late but for the rigging on scale models, I use elastic sewing thread. I learned to use it from the guys I display with
@Warkip4 жыл бұрын
i use scotch brite to really smooth down sanded area's, worked great so far
@petemelanyevans91623 жыл бұрын
For the guide wires .I use an old usb cable and strip out the fine wires inside they sick easy with super glue and are super fine and very long .
@Filiplego14 жыл бұрын
My favorite part is assembling the model, at first you have that skeleton of the tank; then as you go further and further you get to see that famous or beautiful look of a tank or a plane and it just gets you (at least me) more hyped to make it good as possible.
@davidshanahan36934 жыл бұрын
Top bloke, great advice.
@PDRich2 жыл бұрын
When should I use (Enamel) Varnish? Unless your model has a dark base colour, you want to look slightly browned or dirty with age or is going to be exhibited in a very dark place, NEVER!!!! Use Matt, Gloss or Satin Cote instead; You can also make washes out of the Humbrol Cotes. Same for Humbrol Decal Fix (use Micro set/sol instead). Also, Revel & Tamiya 'do' make far better metallic colours and I personally only ever use Tamiya for clear colours.
@stuartbremner96804 жыл бұрын
EZ line is good for rigging or aerial’s 👍
@opaterassou53774 жыл бұрын
2:30 the best questions
@smpriv4 жыл бұрын
Owen, where is the BISCMARK!!!?
@AinKrab4 жыл бұрын
it died
@threadfall1004 жыл бұрын
For the models where weathering is avoided (regardless of individual preference) there's always the planes used by aerobatic display teams like the Red Arrows. Though I suppose trying to replicate the immaculate gloss finish maintained on those hawks could be seen as a weathering challenge in itself...
@constellationshots38934 жыл бұрын
As a fisher as well I recommend 2lb monofilament fishing line which is cheap
@rastkoglisic43584 жыл бұрын
Using fishing strings is a great alternative to hair extensions
@sukhoisu-27flankerbdude92 Жыл бұрын
My favorite paint is Vallejo
@kerryadams89224 жыл бұрын
THanks so much Owen your tips and comments realy do help again Thank you KA
@jonhill33284 жыл бұрын
Stretch some sprue over a candle to make the guide-wires?
@AfonsoPaiva4514 жыл бұрын
Why you don't paint with an Airbrush?
@SprueFascinationChannel4 жыл бұрын
3:41 ;-) Sweet memories! Keep it up mate 👍
@chaplaingrimaldus7464 жыл бұрын
Greetings from Australia! G'day Owen, Would love to share that you were my inspiration to paint tanks by hand. Although I can professionally airbrush there's just something about hand painting. One of my favourite videos on your channel that helped me weather tanks was your Sherman Firefly. My question for you is, Do you enjoy building and comparing the differences in detail of US tanks modified for the British? For example the M10 Wolverine became the Achilles.
@marsbar70994 жыл бұрын
Humbrol enamel wash works fine on enamel just be careful on acrylic
@Toby-qj6zb4 жыл бұрын
My dad got me into modelling when I was really young, I’ve started building them again now and I’m about to build a WW1 heavy bomber biplane Vickers Vimy
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
I'm pleased you're getting back into the hobby! Nice choice of plane ;)
@niarlatotepbasset4 жыл бұрын
Fisher line, 0,16-0,12 mm.
@Harikejn4 жыл бұрын
Hi Owen, greetings from Serbia. I like the way how you have made a suggestions, and also answers with the model kit, painting, etc. However, I wonder one thing: Where can I send you questions about models, decals, etc.? I have no idea, that's why I'm asking. This is my third video that I have watched, and I'm also interested in learning new technique of model kits. Some of the techniques that I have seen I'm also using, before I have subscribed to your channel, and also without knowing your channel. Looking forward to see the answers to other questions, and also on mine question/questions as well (I hope). Keep it up, and don't give up.
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment, I'm pleased that you're enjoying the videos :) check the links in the video description for my social media
@Harikejn4 жыл бұрын
@@quickkits OK.
@kevbee83254 жыл бұрын
Uschi van der Rosten and also Mig do rigging as well as EZ Lines...
@nathancunningham37204 жыл бұрын
Have u done a Lancaster bomber build if u haven’t pls can u do 1!?
@user-id4xx7th9lАй бұрын
Hataka is a good acrylic model paint (from my experiences)
@modelmore76164 жыл бұрын
Could u build an icm spitfire ‘beer delivery ‘ please I’m just getting into plane models normally building tanks and jeeps
@plasma92064 жыл бұрын
I've been experimenting with silver paint and always i get those ugly brush strokes. Can you give any suggestions?
@ModelMinutes4 жыл бұрын
Plastish_Model are you dry brushing?
@plasma92064 жыл бұрын
Not so much as just painting the models silver like the P-51
@ModelMinutes4 жыл бұрын
Plastish_Model ah, sounds like you might need to thin your paint
@andrewoconnor51084 жыл бұрын
Totally agree with Model Minutes. I always get the best results with multiple thin coats and not overloading the brush ('stretching the paint'). This will give you a fairly brush stroke free finish. You can get a good silver or aluminium finish this way I've found.
@andrewoconnor51084 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@ArmourEmpire4 жыл бұрын
Hi. Just guys use a product called easyline for biplane rigging. I have no personal experience other than rave reviews on other KZbin vids etc
@thesidingshow46564 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the help 👍
@ArmourEmpire4 жыл бұрын
@@thesidingshow4656 my pleasure mate
@thesidingshow46564 жыл бұрын
Armour Empire I will upload a vid when it is finished on my channel if you want to see it finishe
@ArmourEmpire4 жыл бұрын
@@thesidingshow4656 for sure. Will do
@thesidingshow46564 жыл бұрын
Armour Empire have a good one
@LouisArnold_3 жыл бұрын
where can you buy the poster behind you?
@vegasspaceprogram66234 жыл бұрын
Hey Owen, I know you won't see this but i built a 1:72 scale fokker eindekker and upon applying the decals, the fusalage decals are peeling off with almost no effort. Quite irratating. I've heard off applying clear nail polish but I'm reluctant to as I'm quite happy with the finish and don't want to ruin it. Please help
@Simon-sv6qe4 жыл бұрын
Just to say gloss varnish Does not go on glass lol fogs it up and apply varnish before decals to prevent slivering
@martinbriedl974 жыл бұрын
Thank you a lot realy helped me out ☺👍
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
Very pleased to hear it ☺️
@MorrowindES174 жыл бұрын
Hi Owen I managed to make the Bismarck it was really hard but the out come of my ship look pretty good I wish I could show you a picture of my ship I haven't finished painting it yet so.
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
You can always send me photos on social media (links in video description)
@martinfojtasek54614 жыл бұрын
I've never used Humbrol acrylics, but I love those Revell Aqua paints. they barely make any brushstrokes if thinned properly and when I use drying retarder you would think I'm using enamel paints :D The only problems that I had were with Revell Aqua 56 Blau, it seemed as if there wasn't enough pigment in them, they created these streaks of blue colour. Had to apply a lot of layers to make an even finish. Also I can't seem to thin some of the gloss paints with water, so I need to use alcohol. I'm glad you are back. Do you have any model kit to build for a video?
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
Interesting to hear, thanks for the insight :) as for kits: I've got a few things lined up
@andrewoconnor51084 жыл бұрын
@@quickkits After a life time of using Humbrol enamels and acrylics, I've just taken the move over to Vallejo Model Color. Really pleased with the results. Getting a brush stroke free finish - and an air brush look. Have to experiment with the colour matches though, but worth it.
@evanobrien94154 жыл бұрын
Owen u are the best!
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
❤️❤️
@lucymay94773 жыл бұрын
Could you use clear nail varnish for decals?
@virajveerchowdhary19884 жыл бұрын
Please build a battleship model
@CitrusAviation4 жыл бұрын
I have been collecting die-cast commercial aircraft for a long time with over 160 models and just brought my first 1:72 military aircraft scale kits. What would you recommend to someone who is a beginner like me?
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
Great to hear you're starting the hobby! Perhaps check out my video "Scale Modelling for Beginners" which has a lot of tips which might help you
@CitrusAviation4 жыл бұрын
Quick Kits I’ll go watch that video. Thanks,
@davidwilkinson94604 жыл бұрын
Hi - What do you recommend as the best matt varnish that you can apply with a brush, over the finished model (ie over the top of the entire model and finished decals)
@t4pedecks8044 жыл бұрын
Where is the biscoff
@chrisk37964 жыл бұрын
So you were also into model trains? It would be great if showed your layout if it still exists as a diversion from your usual content
@quickkits4 жыл бұрын
Sadly it got dismantled many years ago :'( I was hoping to dig out some photos of it for this video but I didn't have time
@nikkieyles10504 жыл бұрын
Is academy a good model brand?
@Don_Camillo4 жыл бұрын
Yes
@illustrationgirl4 жыл бұрын
No no its just for fun
@cele20224 жыл бұрын
Easiest model and quickest that you ever did?
@ernieproductions73543 жыл бұрын
my worst modeling moment is when I accidentally used enamel paint on my model
@illustrationgirl4 жыл бұрын
Can u name me in a video its me Valdemarclemmensen from Instagram. that Will Be my greatest Thing in the model world