Scale Model Building Tools - The Shop - Episode 1

[@janvolek3040]

This is one of the best overviews of modeling tools I’ve seen thus far. The organization is great as is your commentary. All I can say is keep em coming

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thanks for the feedback, Jan - I'm glad you liked it!

[@ErnieHayden443]

Excellent overview of the tools and techniques used by the speaker. Very well done!!!!

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thank you very much, Ernie! Glad you like this overview!

[@liammc47]

I have a few machinist (aka 1-2-3) blocks that are indispensable when working with acrylic sheet (such as making custom display cases). Add neodymium magnets to hold pieces in place while the adhesive cures.

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thanks for the tip!

[@sbk8210]

Really great overview, loved that you actually demonstrated the use of everything as well. Would love another episode. Can't wait for the next instalment of the Mi-2 as well.

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thank you very much! I think the next couple of videos will be about the Mi-2 but I'm also looking to continue 'The Shop' series.

[@Bloody1369]

Excellent, excellent overview. So much in so little time, but yet comprehensive. Thank you! Just became a fan!

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thank you very much & welcome aboard. I hope you'll like the build videos as well.

[@artemcherednichenko8183]

When I asked for a list of tools, I didn't even expect such a wonderful video. You have an incredibly great and creative way of presenting the material. Thank you again!

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thank you very much for the feedback, Artem! Also, thanks for asking for a video like this - I don't think I would have made one otherwise.

[@rafah9696]

Cool speaking voice. Very professional.

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thank you!

[@nicosoffer]

Every video I am more impressed, this one's amazing. Thanks a lot for sharing this type of videos too!

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thanks, man!

[@davidfric7574]

Nice and comprehensive overview. The red and yellow pads are made by Albion Alloys.

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thanks so much - i'll update the manufacturer info in the description now

[@64Pete]

Excellent video. Appreciate your efforts brother. 🤙 🇦🇺 ✌️

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thanks so much, Pete!

[@PlasticPilotR]

It's absolutely incredible. Thank you very much!

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@michaelcooke2559]

Very nice video. We all need current information about modeling tools. Thanks for sharing.

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thank you, Michael! I'm glad you found some useful information in this video

[@adamdavis6671]

Thank you for the recommendations and the examples of use! A+ video

[@PointBlankModelling]

Hi Adam, I am glad you found this video useful. Thanks for leaving a comment!

[@pontuswendt2486]

AMAZINGNES!!!

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thank you! I'm glad you liked the video!

[@pontuswendt2486]

@@PointBlankModelling Yes, very informative and artistic! Do you remember/know where to find the black super glue that bolt makes?

[@PointBlankModelling]

It looks like it's "temporarily unavailable" everywhere at the moment. I would recommend to get in touch with the manufacturer to see if it's still available and if so, where to get it: www.bupak.eu/contact.html I was advised that VMS makes a similar glue but personally I have not tried it yet. I think this one maybe easier to get ahold of nowadays: www.vms-supplies.com/flexy-5k-pe-type

[@pontuswendt2486]

@@PointBlankModelling Thankyou so much! Looking forward to the next video!!!!

[@johncool1493]

Thanks for the fantastic video, very well articulated,I really enjoyed watching.

[@PointBlankModelling]

I am glad you enjoyed watching the video and thanks for leaving a comment, John!

[@BálintSzakács-z3y]

The little hammer 😍😍😍

[@PointBlankModelling]

I call it MC Hammer! :)

[@BálintSzakács-z3y]

@@PointBlankModelling 😄😄😄😄😄🤣🤣

[@anthonyberni4902]

Great content, thanks for sharing your experiences

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thank you, I'm glad you found something useful in this video!

[@filiepmaes9071]

Great video, thanks

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thank you, Filiep, I am glad you liked it!

[@oraszuletik]

Köszi, nagyon hasznos videó lett.

[@PointBlankModelling]

Nagyon örülök és köszi szépen a visszajelzést!

[@bobbyspenser7304]

i have been into it for about 5 years now i got hurt in florida doing storm clean up work an i am in a wheelchair now an i am 52 an i am in this nurseing home now an i build rc scale accessories 1/10 mostly but i build other things from wood an thinner type metals an i have just been use a sharpe knife an just a few tings that i have got together in here an so i m want to see all your tools that you use to make all your great models an things thank you for sharing your videos

[@PointBlankModelling]

Hi Bobby, thanks so much for watching, leaving a comment and sharing (part of) your story! This video covers 99% of the tools I currently use to build models but in case you have any questions, do ask - I am happy to answer. I wish you good luck with your builds!

[@bretward6187]

Awesome rig !!

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thank you! :)

[@ecospline]

Great content!

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thank you!

[@mzaite]

Beautifull Knolling

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thank you! You just taught me a word. I had to google 'knolling' and now I know it' s a thing!

[@mzaite]

@@PointBlankModelling yea, same guy who invented Adobe and Photoshop, ILM modeler, John Knoll.

[@ljscalemodels526]

Thanks for sharing

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thanks for watching!

[@trevorsmith4881]

Try VMS carbon CA for photoetch, longer working time, and rubber particles.

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thank you, Trevor! I'll give it a try

[@joshuamurphy4928]

I can't be the only one whose jaw hit the floor when you used the caliper to measure depth. I may have even uttered an expletive. Can't believe I didn't know that. Also why do you want to make me spend more money at UMM?

[@PointBlankModelling]

:D Well, imagine the look on my face when, of all people, my girlfriend taught me about this functionality just 4 weeks ago! As for UMM... I had no idea about their existence until I did the digging for this episode. I had bought some of their stuff at local modeling shows from some Czech retailers and for the longest time I thought they were from some Eastern-European family business - only to find out that those tools travelled here all the way from the US. I understand that doing so may increase cost but putting at least a logo on products is not always such a bad idea...

[@joshuamurphy4928]

@@PointBlankModelling very true. I have several of their products and

[@joshuamurphy4928]

@@PointBlankModelling you are right. I have several of their products and have been very happy with them. They have great products without all the cosmetic markups.

[@gbresaleking]

Great video! What was the little truck model and where can I get one?

[@PointBlankModelling]

Thank you! The truck comes from 3R's "Mid East War Pick Up" kit (TK 7005) which contains two Toyota Land Cruisers (with serious shape issues) and a soviet anti-aircraft gun. If you decide to buy it, be careful because this is one of the kits even the mildest accelerators and debonders can melt. The other version of the kit (TK 7004) comes with two Toyota Hilux's and a truck-bed mounted machine gun. Where to buy it? It depends on where you are located but I recommend to search for "3r tk7005" which should give you a number of results.

[@thomasdiersch1181]

Any suggestions for creating exhaust headers?

[@PointBlankModelling]

Hi Thomas. Never built exhaust headers, but having checked a few images on Google, I think I would use styrene rods (Evergreen, Plastruct, etc.). Bend them to shape, secure them in place with thin cement and drill out the ends to create the illusion of the rods being hollow. For the rest of the details I would use styrene disks punched out of sheets and/or strips depending on the exact design. To finish, I would use Alclad metal paints (or similar) and imitate the discoloration caused by heat with translucent (Tamiya/Gunze) or similar colors (orange, blue, etc.).

[@thomasdiersch1181]

@ do you have any resources to calculate what diameter tubes or rod to use based on the scale of model? I’m thinking of a cheat sheet to use for different components like hoses, wires etc

[@thomasdiersch1181]

Thanks for the response btw. Appreciate it

[@PointBlankModelling]

Hi Thomas, I understand what you mean but I don't have a cheat sheet like the one you are referring to. I usually look at reference photos and see which diameter looks about right. If I cannot decide between two similar diameters, I always choose the smaller one as that is less likely to ruin the overall illusion of scale.

[@PointBlankModelling]

You are very welcome. Thanks for leaving a comment!

[@michaelvalenzuela2528]

Some of modelers do suffer from Gear Acquisition Syndrome G.A.S.

[@PointBlankModelling]

I think have a mild version of that but for the longest time I used to suffer from IKAD (Impulsive Kit Aquisition Disorder) which I never fully recovered from

[@michaelvalenzuela2528]

@@PointBlankModelling Goes with the territory I guess.

[@ImranOO7]

I’m I the only one having trouble understanding you? You’re speaking in a grunting voice that makes it harder to understand you

[@PointBlankModelling]

Hi there! Thanks for your feedback. You are the first one to call this out, but you may be right - despite all my efforts, I do tend to mumble sometimes. Especially when I record voiceover early in the morning. I'll pay more attention to this going forward - until then, I recommend to turn on the captions (although they are not 100% accurate).

[@ImranOO7]

@@PointBlankModelling Thanks for your reply

[@fitz394]

Yes you are

[@joew389]

I also had some difficulty following some of his narrative. I suggest maybe speaking a little slower and not jumping quickly from one item to another (although I realize you had a lot to cover). But, thank you for your presentation on the various tools. The insights from your experience are very helpful.