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 Rank: Beginner Level 2  Groups: Registered
Joined: 31/03/2015 Posts: 10 Points: 30 Location: MN, USA
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Hello everyone. Before I get started a little background. I have been building models for almost 40 years. My mom and dad gave me an R2-D2 model for Christmas one year and my dad and I built it. So I was hooked at recreating these things from movies (mostly Star Wars). But I've never been an expert builder. The words "molded in color" have been my friend, never picking up paints or painting techniques. I've also never done anything like optics, photo etch, filling, etc. So all that CHANGES NOW!! I want this Falcon to rock and then be able to start on my closet of models correctly - I have over 50 in there! :) While I figure out what to do to start, I'll begin the same way everyone else is starting, with the standard images of the parts and the first thing I've done - assemble the 2 pieces of frame that came in pack 1.   Built: Terminator T-800 Battle Damage
Working on: DeAgostini Falcon
On the bench: BanDai R2/R5, Pegasis T2 Tank and HK (both with Light kits), 40+ more
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Rank: Beginner Level 2 Groups: Registered
Joined: 31/03/2015 Posts: 10 Points: 30 Location: MN, USA
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All right - pack 2 showed up with the rest of the cockpit parts:  So I decided what to do to start the cockpit. First step was that I bought the Sci-Fi brass etched decking AND 2 sets of Photo etch parts (Eduard FE519 and FE591). I LOVE the way these look so I'm trying to identify other sets or items to add throughout the model. Step 1 was to cut a section of etched flooring out, then prime it -   Then I added a bit of silver wash. I even did a black wash hoping it would bring out the rivet squares but they are so shallow that didn't really work. Here it is on the base -  My first attempt at a wash is the main seats. I have some practicing to do but like the way it turned out. I decided to leave the rear seats as the way they shipped, since they aren't really visible in the completed model. Here's all the photo etch and cockpit completed -    I really liked the way it turned out. I still have to paint the front piece. Built: Terminator T-800 Battle Damage
Working on: DeAgostini Falcon
On the bench: BanDai R2/R5, Pegasis T2 Tank and HK (both with Light kits), 40+ more
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 Rank: Semi-Pro Level 1  Groups: Registered
Joined: 17/05/2015 Posts: 61 Points: 189 Location: PIckerington, Ohio USA
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Good luck with your build, I am in the same boat as you for skills but for this, it screams for that extra step, good luck and cant wait to see how yours comes out!!! Adam
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Welcome I have seen a few people now take the photo etch option for the cockpit controls and must say it does look very good. You have dont an excellant job with yours too, I also love your deck plating 
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Rank: Semi-Pro Level 1  Groups: Registered
Joined: 20/05/2015 Posts: 51 Points: 156 Location: Cary, NC
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Could you explain the photo etch option. You used? I have never heard if this. Charles R.
Building: DeAgostini Millennium Falcon...hasn't built a model since 1996...this is gonna be interesting!!
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Joined: 22/04/2015 Posts: 134 Points: 378 Location: San Diego, CA
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I love the flooring! I might actually have to consider that as I look over at my cockpit floor and realize now, thanks to you, how dull it is in just black :) Maybe I need to stop reading these threads! LOL. The cockpit control additions look really sweet also. Really excellent start, looking forward to seeing more! Current Build: Millennium FalconWish List: Lamborghini Countach LP 500S, Red Bull Racing RB7
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Rank: Beginner Level 2 Groups: Registered
Joined: 31/03/2015 Posts: 10 Points: 30 Location: MN, USA
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CharlesRAnderson wrote:Could you explain the photo etch option. You used? I have never heard if this. Charles - not sure if you are asking what Photo Etch is or which sets I used... Photo Etch are replacement parts for model kits that are usually printed on a thin metal. They are really detailed and some are self adhesive. Typically you'll find these for aircraft and car models. I ordered 2 sets from Eduard.com - the FE519 and FE591, and then mixed them up to create all the controls. Much, much better than the sticker that came with the model and lends some cool detail. I plan on getting some more for other details in the interior. :) Built: Terminator T-800 Battle Damage
Working on: DeAgostini Falcon
On the bench: BanDai R2/R5, Pegasis T2 Tank and HK (both with Light kits), 40+ more
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 Nicely done  Current builds:-C57,Zero, Lamborghini Countach, Caldercraft HMS Agamemnon,Robi,R2-D2, MFH Cobra .
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Rank: Semi-Pro Level 1 Groups: Registered
Joined: 20/05/2015 Posts: 51 Points: 156 Location: Cary, NC
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mhansen wrote:
Charles - not sure if you are asking what Photo Etch is or which sets I used...
Photo Etch are replacement parts for model kits that are usually printed on a thin metal. They are really detailed and some are self adhesive. Typically you'll find these for aircraft and car models.
I ordered 2 sets from Eduard.com - the FE519 and FE591, and then mixed them up to create all the controls. Much, much better than the sticker that came with the model and lends some cool detail. I plan on getting some more for other details in the interior.
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Yeah both is what I was wondering. Thanks for the info!! Charles Charles R.
Building: DeAgostini Millennium Falcon...hasn't built a model since 1996...this is gonna be interesting!!
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Joined: 27/06/2011 Posts: 434 Points: 1,309 Location: milton keynes
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Great Start M the Photo Etch looks great brilliant job Regards Dan Built - MP4/23, Zero, Deagostini Falcon, Model Airways 1903 Wright Flyer, Senna Mp4/4.
Working - Mclaren M23 1/8th scale to complement the Deagostini MP4/23 & Mp4/4
on the bench, Model Airways Sopwith Camel.
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