Thanks for the sub and the additional information about the wildcats, I'm always happy to learn new stuff! Cheers!

Yeah, I've done the whole wash the plastic and all, and still run into issue with the Vallejo primer, I've since switched to other primers and no longer have the issue.

Thanks! I’m glad you are liking the commentary, I’ve been working on making it a little more natural and less like I’m reading from a script. But it’s also what I enjoy from other mode makers as well.

I wish you could like it 1000 times, that would really help the algorithm! 😂 But thank you for the complements! That's really cool about your M1A2, I build an academy M1 many years ago, I really need to get back into modern armor. I would highly recommend either Wildcat kit, but I would lean more towards the Airfix kit. Good luck with your builds!

@@HammerheadModelMaking If you do, I can't recommend the Tamiya 1:35 scale highly enough. With a minor addendum, of course. The new VOIIO M1A2 appears to have a jump on the main gun barrel being a three-piece set that doesn't involve splitting the barrel in half, as is the usual. Makes them really good standouts in my humble amateur opinion. However, I just realized as I finalized my own work that the M1A2 Tamiya sells omits one specific thing... the bustle rack extension which is now standard on almost every M1A1/A2 AIMS/SEPS post-2000. I'll need to see about aftermarket pieces from Eduard or someone else to make it proper. Otherwise, it's a dead ringer. I ended up going out and seeing about a Hobby Lobby that just re-opened, and lo and behold, they have the 1/72 scale Airfix Curtiss P40B Warhawk just sitting there for $9.99 plus tax. I couldn't stop myself. So now I'll be checking out your works even more closely! I'll also see about sharing your work on Twitter and TikTok under my name, you're worthy of recognition for all of this.

@@thanatosstorm thanks for the additional onfo about the M1, and good luck with your p40, it’s a good little kit and I’ve got a few in my stash!

Awesome, good to know!

I appreciate the repeat viewing, glad you enjoyed it!

Glad you enjoy it!

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

I mean, when it really comes down to it, they are both good kits. But yes, everyone will have their favorite, and if I've made it a little easier to choose, then I am happy!

Thanks man! Honestly, I think that the Airfix 72nd scale kits are some of the best value for the money available. I enjoy them!

Thank you so much, thanks for watching!

@Hammerhead Model Making you're welcome thanks for doing these awesome vids!

Thanks Kevin! Glad to see this video still gets some love!

I’m glad you enjoyed the video!

Thanks Man, much appreciated!! Thanks for watching! Cheers!

Thanks for the sub!

Not a bad idea, thanks for sharing!

Yeah, the smell can be a concern especially for those who paint inside their home. I've gone mostly fully acrylic, I just still haven't found a good acrylic primer. Thanks for watching!

Interesting, I wasn't aware Arma Hobby also made an F4F, I'll have to check it out!

Welcome to the crew! I will be the first to admit that I am quite spoiled to have a local hobby shop, it is rather convenient. Thanks for the sub!

Glad you enjoyed it! From what I've learned about Arma Hobby kits, they are always worth the money and their FM-2 is no exception. Its an exceptional kit, with great details, lots of extras, and many decal choices. On a technical level, the FM-2 is slightly different than the F4F, most notably the location of the exhaust and the profile of the tail. So, if you really want an FM-2 in 72nd scale, than the Arma Hobby kit is really the only option. I think the biggest difference is that the Arma Hobby kit doesn't come with the option for folded wings. So, if that is a detail that is important to you, then go for the Airfix kit. Ultimately, they are both good kits for different reasons and you really can't go wrong with either!

Thank very much for the primer recommendation, I’m sure I can get either one, my local hobby shop is well stocked. I’m currently trying Mr Surfacer, which is really high quality but a little too smelly for my indoor work bench, so I will look into the two you mentioned. Thanks for watching the video I’m glad you enjoyed it. Yeah, back in the day I wouldn’t have dreamed of doing a 72nd scale kit, but these days, I’m really enjoying them, plus they are easier to display! I can display 3 72nd scale kits in the same foot print as 1 48th scale kit.

@@HammerheadModelMaking So true! only problem is, our deteriorating eyesight (I am 55 years old now, with reading glasses and all....), which seems to worsen in reverse proportion to the detail improvement in small kits. Damn... 😅😅

@@manostroulinos1726 I have been fortunate to maintain my eyesight so far, but I'm sure it will catch up to me at some point!

Thanks Matt, yeah, I never could figure out the AK paint well. Mr Surfacer is on the list to try out.

@@HammerheadModelMaking Mr surfaced has been my goto for exteriors. i would love to see how it compares to the ratter can. I usually thin it a tad with MLT and spray through the .05 airbrush.

I've been finding success with Alclad and Mr Sufacer primers.

Yeah, I really only use it now for priming stuff I know I wont need to mask, or mask very much.

Merci!

Thanks for the tips, I'll be sure to try that out!

Glad to hear you are getting good results with it, I've moved on from the vallejo primer, but perhaps sometime I'll give it another go! Thanks for your comment!

See, I though that may be the problem, but this is the only primer I ever have trouble with and I don't do anything different prep wise with other primers. So, I'm not convinced its that.

Yes sir, I do consider myself quite lucky to be so close to great hobby shops. I try to take advantage of them when ever I can to support them. Thats interesting you have moved away from traditional primers. I have noticed other modelers who do that as well. Do you still base coat that model in a single color? Or, just go straight ahead with the paint scheme? I find that in addition to its duties as a primer, it also doubles as my base color when doing mottling or "black basing" techniques. Thanks for watching! Brett

@@HammerheadModelMaking I'll often use a dark basing color-- not necessarily a blackity black-- in lieu of a traditional "primer." It has the same effects of unifying the model and revealing flaws, with the bonus of being a dark base. Typically I prefer to do most marbling and shading in post-production, this allows me to bring the decals into the process rather than having fresh-looking markings over a pre-weathered paint job. But that's not to say I don't utilize some pre-shading and undertoning.

@@thadrobinson8343 cool, thanks for the additional info!!

Thanks Drew! I'll add Stynlrez to the list of primers to try. -Brett

I found you need to shoot the stynlrez wet. But, It levels lovely and is tough as nails from my experience.

@@daniellambrecht5937 Thank you for the tip, thats good to know.

@@HammerheadModelMaking you won’t be disappointed!

@@daniellambrecht5937 yep….no thinner

Good point, I forgot they both make a hurricane. I'll have to add those the list of things to get!

Thank you for watching, The whip antennas are made from stretched sprue.

Yes, I this one was listed as an "Expert Set".

Sounds like Stynylrez will be my next purchase, many people have have recommended it.

I'll have to give that stuff a try!

Thanks for watching, for smaller kits like these, generally between 15-20 hours (not including drying time) For some of my larger 1/48 scale project, they run run up to 30+ hours.

When it comes to plastic models, I don't often wash them. I usually don't have any issues with my other primers, even on the same problem.

@@HammerheadModelMaking I mostly do Gundam RG and MG and all of those need a run through, been a while since I did any airfix or anything but I'm just so used to running everything through an ultra sonice I do it with any 40K stuff when I get around to painting those. The Gundams for sure need cleaned before painting but that may have more to do with them beng pre coloured and the plastic they use. Honestly never had any problems with Vallejo, Alclad and GW paints, had some with Turbo Dork but I think that was more my thinning than the actual paints

@@discoplumber I'll definitly do some tests with cleaning the sprues in advance, see if that helps. Thanks for the info!

I appreciate the tips, what material would your recommend for straining the paint? Just to be clear, when you say rubbing alcohol do you mean isopropyl alcohol?

@@HammerheadModelMaking the 100 size works best for most airbrush applications unless the body of color uses heavier pigments. Yes, just the drugstore variety will suffice to relieve any surface tensions, though I will admit their is often headaches with mold release agents from forming the styrene pieces. That usually dealt with by cleaning the parts with Dawn Dish Soap.

@@murraykriner9425 Thank you!

@@HammerheadModelMaking my pleasure. We modeling types really must support each other's efforts.

@@murraykriner9425 I agree 100%!

Thanks for your experience. I also enjoy Vallejo’s normal paint so I agree it’s surprising how little I enjoy their primer. It’s sounding like mr surfacer is 1 of 2 primers I will be trying. Thanks for watching!

Thank you, that one has many recommendations, I will give it a try!

Yes sir, 24 hours is the minimum I allow it to cure, often times longer. I've left a project to sit for over a week, came back to mask, and pulled up half the primer. I also wash the plastic to remove any release agent or greasy finger prints.

Awesome, thanks for the info!

I agree the best way to fix the Vallejo primer issue is not to use it the Stynylrez/MiG one shot is also acrylic same as the Vallejo but it is very thick you’ll have to crank up the pressure and jus hose it on but it self levels beautifully and stands up to masking and can be sanded

@@frankwittner1979 awesome, thanks for the additional info!

Yeah, I've moved on to other primers for the most part now, Mr Surfacer being a good one. I still need to give the Stynylrez a try though.

I’m totally planning on it! I’ve built a martlet in the past, but it still had American markings, so I’ll need to do one in proper British markings.

@@HammerheadModelMaking my bratwurst fingers keep me away from 72nd. So im looking forward towards eduards wildcat. I'm more 32nd and 35th guy. But i enjoy good quality work. Oh and don't forget an all blue wildcat. The Boeing museum of flight has a late wildcat from one of the baby flattops. Can't remember the name but it looked great in all dark blue.

@@willthorson4543 I'll add an all blue Wildcat to the list! I am also looking forward to the New Eduard Wildcat!

I don't do the rattle cans indoors, I do them out in the garage if the weather is bad, or out in the backyard.

Yeah, at this point I’ve relegated the Vallejo primer to a few interior parts that don’t require masking. I still like how it sprays and the finish it gives, but won’t use it anywhere I need to do any masking.

I didn't know that, thanks for sharing!

Not every layer is meant to be seen. Some layers are meant to assist in the next layer, either paint, decals, or weathering and can help make whatever step comes next be a little easier. Also, there are certain things that don't pick up well on camera that are more subtle in person. I also get that not every style is suited to every modeler, so do what ever works best for you.

@@HammerheadModelMaking I do actually know a few modelers that do truly amazing things without a bevy of levels and produce the same result. I do pay attention to others when it makes sense. but I will take your statement that seeing it live is better because that does make sense. Cheers

@@frankphillips5533 I don't doubt that others can achieve the same or better results with fewer steps and I would be the first to admit that I still have a lot to learn (getting a good natural metal finish still eludes me) so if there are some modelers you would recommend I'll check them out. Thanks, Brett

Yeah, its not a simple model!

@@HammerheadModelMaking I didn't say it right. (I'm sitting with a translator. ) I meant that, in principle, airplanes are difficult for me.

@@Ironraven593 no worries!

I apologize if that’s the impression you got from my conclusion. I was hoping to make it clear throughout the video that I really enjoyed both kits and would highly recommend both of them. Any lean towards the Airfix kit was just my personal preferences based on the price and options, but the Arma hobby kit is by no means inferior. It’s clear from your comment that Airfix has left a bad taste in your mouth, and I get that. We all have our preferences in this hobby. I am however, saddened about your generalization that Airfix modelers are unintelligent and only strive for mediocrity. I find that type of elitist rhetoric is harmful and has no place in our hobby.

@@HammerheadModelMaking Maybe it's a bad translation of the google program. I didn't mean to say that the modellers who prefer Airfix are not intelligent, it is quite possible that within their aspirations they are more so than others who choose a more "complicated" modelling. My reference to the intelligence of the modelers is related to the fact that those who are modelers will not waste time arguing or even discussing which kits are better, since it is obvious. In my opinion, Airfix is ​​aimed at a relatively young modeler, with relatively few economic possibilities for the purchase of the kit or for any other aspect. For this reason they are kits with a normally low price and for this there cannot be a detailed and complicated manufacture of the kits as this would make it more expensive. This is what makes Airfix, although some people may not like it, a "second division" kit manufacturer. It cannot be argued that as a general rule Airfix kits are on a par with similar kits from brands like Tamiya, Hasegawa, Eduard, the recent kits from Special Hobby or Clear Prop or ARMA Hobby. ICM kits are up there with Airfix on price however the panel lines for example are much narrower and nicer

@@a41166 I think I understand better what you are trying to say, and yes, In general I would agree that kits from the likes of Tamiya are much better on a technical level. I disagree however that Airfix is a 2nd tier manufacturer that caters to younger/less experienced modelers. I built their 1:48 P-51D last year and it was a fantastic kit. Well detailed, accurate, and a fun modeling experience. I would definitely not call that kit aimed at beginners. I think the difference with Airfix is that their modern kits don’t have the benefit of the decades of experience that Tamiya has. Airfix has been improving and continues to improve and I’ve seen very skilled modelers take the most basic Airfix kit and turn out some amazing models. But, in the end you get out of the hobby what you put into it. I don’t think there is anything wrong with sticking to the brands that you are happy with! And ultimately, my goal of the video was to provide a look at both kits so that viewers of all skill can determine which would be best for them. I wish you the best in your model making efforts!

Glad you enjoyed it!

Thanks for the correction, good thing I can always build more to get it right!

@@HammerheadModelMaking please do more! I would like to see you building some Macchi 202 or Fw190 Eduard vs Airfix.