USMC AH 1Z Shark Mouth Scale model Full build, Academy

[@shawnwilliams2338]

outstanding video...learned a few tricks...been doing armor for many years and still learned something new...proves everyday is a learning experience

[@ArdeconHobby]

yes, mate is a learning process every day thanks, and have a good day.

[@jasonaquino8232]

This stuff is insane, I thought I knew how to plastic model military aircraft, NOPE. This is super bad ass, plus been watching other videos like the F4B Phantom II insane modeling. I am a 3D modeler doing military hardware stuff. But this is so awesome and so skilled. I love it. Maybe I could never do this as good as this probably not. But it is so cool there are dudes out there like rocking the plastic military aviation scene, so inspiring. Like this is really dope shit man. And very hard to do.

[@mafalda4556]

Trés belle maquette trés soignée !! Congrest ...

[@ArdeconHobby]

thanks, my friend.

[@jasonaquino8232]

Excellent work one for the books.

[@ArdeconHobby]

thanks friend

[@travisroe9542]

I don't know why you don't have more people subscribed as you do phenomal work. Love watching what you do and learning new things. Keep up the great work and thanks for another great video.great build and have a few ideas I want to try on mine.

[@ArdeconHobby]

thanks my friend for your very encouraging words I don't know either why, but anyway I just build for fun, good luck, and stay safe always

[@huseyindilek4115]

Working Beautifully You Make Better Models As Time Goes On

[@ArdeconHobby]

Thank you, Sir, that you've noticed the difference, maybe I'm learning, and with your inspiring words. Stay safe always

[@jamesmaroon6161]

I can appreciate this build. I was in the USMC for 8 years. Loved it. How come you don't talk and say what your doing to help people get tips and tricks? Thanks for sharing

[@ArdeconHobby]

Thanks, James for reminding me, it’s so happened that I’m encountering problems with my video apps and was not able to say something about what I’m doing. Your words are very much appreciated, thank you very much, and stay safe always.

[@baralato]

great build, more power to you buddy. 👋👍❤

[@willrodster]

Fantastic!!! Excellent build. Cheers.

[@ArdeconHobby]

Thank you, my friend, cheers!

[@JamalGood-l1r]

Great video! What is the glue type you’re using!

[@ArdeconHobby]

Tamiya thin cement friend.

[@JamalGood-l1r]

@@ArdeconHobby Thank you! I like the fact that you can use that thin brush!

[@allenyoung4857]

Awesome build I'm busy just starting so cool content and tips cool

[@ArdeconHobby]

thanks, Allen

[@kellywilliams-gl4wt]

Great build Im having trouble building the the roator any suggestions ??

[@davidcole333]

I just finished mine today! your video was helpful to me. Mine didn't turn out as well as yours, but for my current skill level, I'm happy with it.

[@ArdeconHobby]

thanks, and congratulation my friend.

[@christopherhayes3742]

beautiful model, awesome job

[@ArdeconHobby]

Thank you, my friend.

[@侯亮均-j8z]

It's really beautiful ,could you please offer the pigment you use from14：40 to 15：10 ? I'm a beginner,thank you😊

[@foreverplastickits138]

*Very good paint, 👍👏*

[@ArdeconHobby]

thanks, my friend.

[@monkeyhobbies]

Great build! congrats.

[@DesiCastillo-zy7vr]

Did you leave the bolt? Why?

[@oliveroctoso9900]

Bro..what did you use to remove those panel line excess?

[@luisnerf]

Nice work! love it (L) Just a question, how do you clean the panel liner?

[@ArdeconHobby]

Thanks, Luis, I just clean the panel liner with cotton buds dip slightly with enamel thinner, and with the aid of a paintbrush until I get the desired result, stay safe always my friend.

[@jasonaquino8232]

We are a niche field or world. We love military hardware. We are rare, but we deal with the ultimate technology. DCS Niche, Plastic modeling Niche for high grade professional modeling, super niche. And 3D modeling, DCS, and your own designs super rare. Make your space ship. I am working on mine. Box it, market it, and sell it. Are world is highly specialized. And unique, rare.

[@paulforrest1770]

What cement are you using and where can I get it?

[@ArdeconHobby]

I'm using Tamiya cement and it's available in any model hobby shop, frien

[@paulforrest1770]

@@ArdeconHobby Thank you! I’ll try to go to Hobby Lobby soon to pick some up

[@ArdeconHobby]

@@paulforrest1770 thanks too.

[@kevinkerlin5603]

Nice

[@ArdeconHobby]

Thanks, Kevin,

[@alejandromas2102]

I have a question....do you know how to do the anchor tips for the main rotor? and the red covers.

[@ArdeconHobby]

sorry my, friend, I have no idea about that matter, anyway I'll do my research, thanks and stay safe always.

[@maurobortolin8681]

Hi. I loved your build. Wish I could come closer to your work. Question about the painting: you paint the lines with dark colour (grey, I guess). Then you completely paint the craft with a lighter grey. I have done this in other models (highlight lines), but I over-painted the lines, and they disappeared. How do you keep the darker lines still showing? PS: I am starting to build same model. Thx

[@ArdeconHobby]

ah ok, after you have painted your model with the prime color (marbolize process) and the dark paint in the panel line is still visible, you may prepare a highly thinned paint about 10% of the primary color and 90% of thinner and spray overall the model until such time that the paint serves as a dark shade along the panel lines. Hope this will help, thanks for asking, my friend.

[@maurobortolin8681]

@@ArdeconHobby Thanks a lot for your information. I will follow your steps and try to get closer to your beautiful model. Really appreciated your help! Have a wonderful 2022!!!

[@maurobortolin8681]

Good morning! As I build my model, more I appreciate your work. Perfect! I have another question (sorry...). After I applied 2 coats of clear gloss, I started the weathering (black panel line). I waited to dry, and when I try to remove the excess (just to keep the line), with a swab wet in thinner, the black excess does not come out (and actually, the paint is being removed). I believe my gloss coat was not enough, or maybe something else.... Thanks again for your tips.

[@ArdeconHobby]

@@maurobortolin8681 what thinner did you used, it should ba an enamel thinner for enamel panel line,

[@maurobortolin8681]

@@ArdeconHobby Yes, of course you are correct! I used the wrong thinner. Using the correct one, paint is not removed, and I can clean the excess panel line. Thanks again. After model is completed, how can I send you a picture? Thanks again!

[@Hossman757]

Excellent build... except...WAY too glossy on the paint job finish and the MFDs are black when not powered up.

[@ArdeconHobby]

thanks my friend for the reminders but I think everything caused by the lighting effect. Next time your info will be taken as one of my guides, thank you for the concern and a very constructive correction. keep safe always.

[@williamroberts8470]

Sir are you in the Philippines?

[@ArdeconHobby]

Yes Sir William and thanks.

[@williamroberts8470]

@@ArdeconHobby Amazing country. I plan to move there. But???? But what about the humidity in regards to modeling?

[@ArdeconHobby]

@@williamroberts8470, so far it's normal sir, as long as you have good ventilation and have proper care for the finished product, only from time to time you have to clean your model because we cannot avoid the dusty condition during summer but most of you'll enjoy the country. Hope you can move here and you are very much welcome. Thank you, sir.

[@williamroberts8470]

@@ArdeconHobby thank you sir