Scale Model Basics: Hide seams by scribing panel lines

[@RichardRosenau]

In the past, sometime ago, I have seen modeling channels either turn OFF comments or just NOT respond to questions or posts. I wish to thank you for being a great "model" channel for others to immulate. Keep up the great work. I have been modeling since the 70's when the only glue I could get was the OLD SCHOOL Testors tube glue for plastic. Same with first paint was paint brush from a bottle. When my county fair we could still enter our models for judging. A judge suggested I use an airbrush, at age 8 and poor, that really helped and hurt. Being poor, never could afford that When older and I could afford it, I did and I learned, I learned to take a negative and convert it to a positive. 2nd kit we spray canned the complete kit while still on the parts trees. 3rd kit was parts off the tree and 4th, well the sky was their limits. I taught my kids/students with that to learn patience. 2nd kit they could use super glue with accelerator.

[@RichardRosenau]

Thank you, in the 70's I only seen a few model magazines and even less I could afford, with no internet but a Library for research material. I am thankful for today's ease of learning and research material.

[@Lacunan]

Really enjoyed the inclusion of mecha models in this video.

[@FineScaleModelermagazine]

Thanks!

[@peterbrown3608]

I purchased a set of 3 steel tooth picks from Amazon, one is just straight, the other two are variations of a hook type. After some consideration I felt they're probably a little bit dangerous as tooth picks, unless of course you're looking in the mirror, but being steel you could damage your gums and teeth, if you're not careful. However, I did find they're excellent as panel line scribers, especially the hooked ones; the handles fit quite nicely in a pin vice.

[@FineScaleModelermagazine]

Not bad. Aaron has a similar scriber he made from a thick sewing needled he's chucked in an old pin vise. He's been using it for many, many years.

[@RichardRosenau]

Those small dental picks are great for a modelers travel tool kit when space or weight is an issue. Sometimes it had to fit in my jacket pocket. Have fun with your projects

[@RichardRosenau]

@@FineScaleModelermagazine Amazing how long and how cheap some simple things are.

[@bobrivett7645]

Interesting, very interesting.

[@FineScaleModelermagazine]

Bob, Nico's advice has really changed how I look at joins on mecha/sci-fi/Gunpla kits. I thought it only fitting to share it.

[@travisehlers2884]

Awesome, thanks

[@FineScaleModelermagazine]

Thank you, Travis!

[@johngimmellie7576]

Thanks

[@FineScaleModelermagazine]

You're welcome!

[@mikesackmary]

Hey FSM, I haven't been able to access your website. Are you changing the URL or something?

[@Chilly_Billy]

00:51 🎼 Don't fear the filler... (Needs more cowbell.)

[@RichardRosenau]

And land sharks

[@modelmanjohn]

Gundam Kyrios! The return of the super soldier!

[@RichardRosenau]

A final scriber for an after primer use a simple WOOD or plastic toothpick and sand or hobby file or knife to the size needed.... When it gets to soft or bent, just slip up a few fraction of an inch or few millimeters or centimeters. These are OLD SCHOOL and cheap modeling DIY'ers. Have fun with your projects and build to YOUR level of detailing. Not everyone want to spend days, weeks, months or years. It is 100% ok to super glue a model together and stop, not even paint, or paint the entire model by brush or from a paint spray can. Build to the level of your desire and have fun.

[@jeffholt9437]

Watched a Gundam themed video some weeks ago where the modeller had a chisel specially designed to add an indent to the edge of a major piece - when gluing the major pieces together, instead of having to deal with a seam, you have a pre-scribed panel line. Looked like magic to me but couldn't find the tool used online....😢

[@bazzeralone]

Hi Tim, where did you get your Needle Scriber from? Ive looked on E Bay but can only find large clunky item. Regards Barry

[@FineScaleModelermagazine]

Hi Barry! My needle scribing/sculpting tool came out of a set from MMD/Squadron years ago. Here are couple of a possibilities for you: www.zoro.com/moody-tool-precision-probe-steel-handle-1-tip-25mm-55-1750/i/G0792662/?campaignid=21430537883&productid=G0792662&v=&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmOm3BhC8ARIsAOSbapUiJydElPSzcFSpcMyrnf6-wbRKxr9f_J5JzrJ1OYx70GAeSPmdk5QaAn1aEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds www.miniaturesweethk.com/products/clay-needle-point-tool-for-modeling-and-sculpting-polymer-clay-sculpture-tool-ceramic-detail-tool?srsltid=AfmBOori-fb3ZclsrPJCkRbFAppHDlLHSKRR5TVzWT-FOMHlFvq5Xq6a

[@RichardRosenau]

For the straight needle type scribes, peak at a dental multi pack of scrapers could have them, and as another one posted, cheap and small personal dental picks that are shorter and are very good size as a travel size modelers travel kit and or stay at home hobby shop tool kits. Again, have fun and enjoy your project.

[@modelmanjohn]

Whenever I try to scribe, inevitability it either goes too far or goes out of line.

[@RichardRosenau]

Be willing to just refill and scribe again. Use YOUR preferred filler/putty. I use simple tamiya glass bottle primer filler, shake the bottle and use a toothpick dipped in the cap. If it gets too dry, use a q-tip, water from sink, clean it out and dry with again qtip. Put back on bottle, reshake and repeat until satisfied

[@bennettrogers7921]

I was half expecting to see the increasing bandage on the fingers skit again… pushing the chisel toward your fingers. 😂

[@FineScaleModelermagazine]

Well, sometimes it's a "do as I say, not as I do" situation around here. Maybe I'll tell you about cutting my shin while splitting logs ...

[@bennettrogers7921]

@@FineScaleModelermagazine always appreciate your content, constructive advice and most importantly, your (both you and Aaron) sense of humor!

[@jcwoodman5285]

Ok folks you need to up your thumbnail game! This & other FSM videos have the MOST uninteresting thumbnail pics to get attention...

[@FineScaleModelermagazine]

We'll set fire to model for the next one.

[@jcwoodman5285]

@@FineScaleModelermagazine maybe try for somthing a bit more useful to catching the eye and raising interest. Setting fire to a model seems LESS relevant than your previous effort but certainly more eye catching & probably better content so you roll with that FSM and continue to receed into model building oblivion😘

[@EugeneRush-b3b]

Can anybody explain to me why an anti-Trump vid appeared for me to watch prior to opening the seam filling vid?

[@stuarthanna2417]

Sounds appropriate to me😊