The Ultimate Guide to Armor Textures and Weld Beads on Scale Models

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My friends, this video walks you through all techniques you'll need to make your scale models look heavier and more metal - adding rolled steel and cast metal textures, flame cut edges and weld beads. I've covered these methods in the past, but since then I found some new, more efficient methods, so consider this an updated version with all techniques in one video.
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@NightShiftScaleModels 3 жыл бұрын

So I kept the intro 😁 Also, feels good to be back! Full build of this kitty coming next week!

@FatCatGotHot 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you did. I would have missed it.... somehow. It's cool!

@kusanagi533d 3 жыл бұрын

I like the intro its quick and lets me know i’m about the master at work... kind of like a school bell

@dotdashdotdash 3 жыл бұрын

Purrrrr 🐯🐯

@ironspike171 3 жыл бұрын

No one is watching your videos for your intro. Its nostalgic - and doesnt work in „good or bad“ cathegories. So just keep it, for the fanboys 😀 The very famous LGR (Lazy Game Review“ channel is 10 years up and Clint did slightly modify his intro - but youll see he kept its soul 😆 Oh btw - from the official statistics: 50% watch your videos because they are good and helpful, 30% because they are soothing, 15% because of the accent and only 5% because of the intro😁

@NightShiftScaleModels 3 жыл бұрын

@@ironspike171 Wouldn't want to lose those 5%!

@MTMargraf 3 жыл бұрын

Note to self: buy this same tank to build along uncle nightshift.

@NightShiftScaleModels 3 жыл бұрын

Not a bad idea at all, a bunch of folks are already building theirs 😁

@Snonaniganz 3 жыл бұрын

@@NightShiftScaleModels I have the Tamiya one, just waiting on. An RB metal Barrel, Friul or Masterclub tracks, The skill to build it, a full photo etch probably from ET model and the Skill to build it...

@NightShiftScaleModels 3 жыл бұрын

@@Snonaniganz lol, the Tamiya kit is actually gonna be much better than the Takom Blitz.

@Snonaniganz 3 жыл бұрын

@@NightShiftScaleModels Which is weird considering... Takom. Why do they make their plastic so soft and delicate though, most infuriating part of Takom kits tbf

@tiger-zr7se 3 жыл бұрын

ive done anyway from the tiger video

@lawrenceofdeeznuts1573 3 жыл бұрын

Finally but wheres the Part 2: Electric boogalo in the title

@reedhw 3 жыл бұрын

from hermitcraft? (tag2electricboogaloo?)

@domino1323 3 жыл бұрын

@@reedhw potential history reference

@sebastiangiardina431 3 жыл бұрын

@@domino1323 ‘Electric boogaloo’ is originally a reference to an old movie.

@chlov 3 жыл бұрын

@@reedhw hello

@Skullringer09 3 жыл бұрын

I'm happy he kept the intro. I was about to go full blitzkrieg if it was gone.

@mkusanagi 3 жыл бұрын

This guy knows flamecuts and weld beads

@lugenlord6721 2 күн бұрын

Regarding welding patterns you are absolutely right. If there is no more possibility or other reason to twist the part you are welding, it is actually done just as you described in the position it is in, thus needing the different techniques.

@mistrimeat 3 жыл бұрын

He went old school - The old "soften with liquid cement and tap" method. Thats how everyone was doing it 20+ years ago when I first got back into modeling. It's my favorite method.

@NightShiftScaleModels 3 жыл бұрын

True! Also "soften with cement and hit it with dremel tool", but that's a bit too brutal for my taste :)

@jerryvolpini7987 3 жыл бұрын

I don't know, still a lot of people using liquid cement to texture armour plate, I think 👍 I also use the dremel/motor tool or putty methods (or combine techniques like Martin), depending on the look I'm after.

@ryanschlotfeldt1070 3 жыл бұрын

Have you ever considered doing some of these super realistic techniques on a model from the Warhammer 40k range? I think it would be cool to see the cartoon-ish tanks done more realistic. Also glad you kept the intro tbh

@MrNobody-bv4ec 3 жыл бұрын

The c-shape welds for vertical is because when welding in that position you want to run up hill so your weld gets good burn in(penetrating and forming a strong bond). Then something horizontal you would run right to left, pushing the weld and for the same reason as vertical, you want to push that heat forward and really burn your weld in. If you drag it you tend to get lesser penetration and typically weaker welds.

@codyparker679 5 ай бұрын

Recently we have been taught to stop a grave and go stringers only no matter how its done. Engineers proved weaves are weaker

@helmutfeuerbach6492 10 ай бұрын

I am coming here from Warhammer 40k. Your clips are like a luxury gallery. Never again gonna just assemble and paint my Space Marines tanks :) You just made my hobby richer and more expensive 😆

@johndaniels1197 2 ай бұрын

The techniques in this video helped me to get the surface texture right on a printed model of a huge toad monster. I dissolved plastic scraps in acetone until it was a thin paste, brushed that on the surface, and dabbed it with a brush to make a real rough chunky surface. That worked great. It gave the skin a nice texture and helps to hide layer lines. Thanks!

@maiconwerplotz7206 3 жыл бұрын

Uncle Night Shift "spit"....a brand new revolutionary modeling product!

@wolki7487 3 жыл бұрын

Pls, put it in bottles like Bell Delfin and sell it for 30 Dollars XD

@edstarling3834 3 жыл бұрын

You got me back into armour modelling over lockdown, I thank you - even if my wallet and shelf space don’t! Keep up the great work!

@FatCatGotHot 3 жыл бұрын

When you like a video before actually having seen it. Oh, I'm so enthusiastic about this one! I work with heavy earthmoving machines and love to build scale models of them. Military modelers are often the spearhead of new modeling techniques , so I'm rubbing my hands to learn from you. I have waited for this quite long :o)

@ScottKenny1978 3 жыл бұрын

Check out the wargamers, too, for paint techniques. Piers Brand builds a crapton of 1/72 scale models, you can find him on Facebook.

@FatCatGotHot 3 жыл бұрын

@@ScottKenny1978 Thanks a lot, mate. I mostly build 1/87, sometimes 1/50 - so 1/72 is really close to my favorite scale

@pugwart6936 3 жыл бұрын

This feels strange to refer to you as Uncle Nightshift :), when I am a 59 year old wargamer returning to his roots of model making, although on another level to what I was making in the early 70'S. I think of myself as a figure painter, ( my period being ancient and 16/17 th century army's ), so you are teaching me a hole new level of modelling.

@patrickwilliams9935 2 жыл бұрын

I really love these tutorials Martin, it takes modelling to a new level.

@Panzermeister36 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect. I've got a King Tiger and Jagdtiger that need some welds. You didn't cover the multiple-pass welds in the previous video so glad to see it here!

@NightShiftScaleModels 3 жыл бұрын

oooh I'd like to weld a KT! which kits do you have?

@Panzermeister36 3 жыл бұрын

@@NightShiftScaleModels it's the AMMO 1945 kit (reboxed Takom) and I've got some resin to correct it for the July 1945 version.

@NightShiftScaleModels 3 жыл бұрын

@@Panzermeister36 Noice. I'm torn between the Porsche KT (Anneliese) or Henschel in hand painted Ambush pattern...

@Panzermeister36 3 жыл бұрын

@@NightShiftScaleModels I did Anneliese back in May with the Dragon kit (still not edited that video) and it was fun. Those vehicles had some funky camouflage under the white so they make for interesting tanks for sure. Lots of extra tracks.

@efeyigit6766 3 жыл бұрын

I have the zvezda king tiger which is a dragon rebox. Still waiting for your king tiger series to build it. Gonna build it along with the master modellers like a big boy.

@Youcanbuildmodels 3 жыл бұрын

Is it sad that last week I felt off not having a night shift video. Its become part of my Friday morning routine

@NightShiftScaleModels 3 жыл бұрын

Well, now you'll be getting some very long and in depth videos in the upcoming weeks :)

@gousmc1983 3 жыл бұрын

Very glad to see you've been educating yourself on welding techniques and types, wonderful job

@mrc4910 3 жыл бұрын

Your technique guides are excellent. Keep them coming!

@ozzyo7287 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial as always mate. Thanks for sharing it with us. Keep on the good work.

@RockSplitter 3 жыл бұрын

You're a hell of a good example to live up to, man. I'll do my best. And thanks again!

@donfrandsen7778 3 жыл бұрын

Well done!!!! Really in depth on texturing, weld seems and flame cuts, fantastic tips and video Love the choice jadgtiger , excellent Big fan of that beast!!!!!

@nonamesplease6288 3 жыл бұрын

Unwatchable Nightshifts? The hell you say!

@silverphantom9675 2 жыл бұрын

Love this video and this channel. You've definitely earned my sub, thanks for the inspiring content and the amazing guides. You're a great teacher and I love how you clearly explain everything.

@riovonstahl2869 3 жыл бұрын

infact, much more funny than the previous... and more detailed,, yet the new techniques are far superior! cool vid

@dirtydandinoman8902 3 жыл бұрын

Ooh, so you did keep the intro. I love tutorial videos like these! So a model next week right?

@NightShiftScaleModels 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly!

@bryanmatthews8248 3 жыл бұрын

Another great tutorial. I tried your texturing technique for the first time and love the results. I'll be trying weld lines next. Thanks for teaching us some great tips.

@tortirion 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Nightshift, could you put links to the tools you use in the description, especially when your describing tools used in different techniques?

@seanmillette4323 3 жыл бұрын

This is going on the watch later list for after work. Have been really interested in this technique.

@peterhorne6837 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Martin, this certainly helps a lot, and gives me courage to try your techniques.

@leutnantkrafft73 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful. Wanted to have something like this to fully grasp what I need to start modelling seriously and what I have to learn.

@wearejoe 3 жыл бұрын

I did the armor texture thing you do on my first model because I thought it was missing something. Cool to see its actually something people do. Looks AMAZING.

@derekbaker3279 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nightshift! Awesome tutorial & many helpful tips! And, great timing too, as I was just assessinng two kits I'm about to build in terms of what textures are absent or over-done, and what I will need to do to make each final model more realistic. ☺

@stevenarmer8245 Жыл бұрын

I love watching your videos. Your funny, great personality for this type of channel. Thank you for all of your tips & tricks. Greetings from the United STATES 🇺🇸

@zachnar0125 Жыл бұрын

I have to say these are the most helpful vids ive seen from you. The other ones are EPIC but more eye candy than instructional.

@victoriadelacroix8570 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic texture making. I learned a lot from this video.

@mikemodels928 Жыл бұрын

Not only this is amazing tutorial it relates to the model i am currently building. You are a tank model master .

@grotwurksmekshop6607 10 ай бұрын

Fantastic info! I am into 40k and making little goblin tanks so this is HUGELY helpful!

@MrSpriken 3 жыл бұрын

Great videos! Thanks for showing how to do all these cool techniques

@ScratchBashing 2 жыл бұрын

I keep coming back to this gem!

@1mrchef954 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your modeling techniques. I am a beginner and it is a pleasure to learn and be able to put these new skills to use. They make my projects look so much more defined and interesting. Keep it up. I continue to follow your content. I am aware of your revised direction and want to encourage You to do what works for you and fits and feels right.

@philipbabcock3851 3 жыл бұрын

the intro is back! yay! LOVE!

@stampyishere2556 3 жыл бұрын

Super-Duper useful to us that stick with ypur channel since the old videos. 🙌

@jonathanneale9677 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your fantastic and helpful videos, sharing your techniques are greatly appreciated, my son and i are both doing a tank at the mo. Gotta say your video inspired me.

@lordlorenzo5835 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent content. Very informative. Thanks for all of your great vids.👍

@18voltmofo 3 жыл бұрын

mentioned it before, but i really like how your models look with the armour texture, flame cut and weld beads done and not painted. Really shows off your handiwork

@damirmejric3441 3 жыл бұрын

I wanted to save a link to this video and other great tutorials, but then I remembered I don't need to - I just need to look for your channel on the YT, as your videos ROCK! Thank you, uncle :)

@garyparker2969 3 жыл бұрын

So Glad You Did This 3-in-1 Video, Very informative For Me.Thanks n Have a Blessed Wknd.

@JedenSiedemDwa 3 жыл бұрын

Very good "package of information". Your tutorials are priceless. ;)

@SteveKeithmodels 2 жыл бұрын

i find myself watching, and rewatching your videos.

@max_scalemodeling6845 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing tutorial, I helped me a lot with my Panther F weld seams.

@petervonfroster8i 3 жыл бұрын

These look like they would help me as a beginner A LOT!

@that_fall6167 3 жыл бұрын

ahh yes my two favourite uncles: uncle google uncle nightshift

@doktorgusto7757 3 жыл бұрын

Kolejna dobra lekcja . Dobra robota Night !

@jasonbrannock1698 3 жыл бұрын

That's an amazing piece. The jagdtiger is one of my favorite tanks. Thanks.J

@SubaruPieter 3 жыл бұрын

This is very interesting, like basicly everything you show!👍🏻

@UnholyFrenzy_ 3 жыл бұрын

Yesterday I finally finished doing the welding on my first tank (1/35 Tiger) after months of buying it and now you posted this. Time to remove them and start all over lol By the way. I got really glad when I saw you using the glue on plastic method for armor texture cause I had to use that one since Tamiya putty is not available in my country. And since my brushes are quite new and soft I used old toothbrush and it seems to works better and faster for larger surfaces

@ScottKenny1978 3 жыл бұрын

If you can find them in your country, try looking for gun cleaning brushes (or on eBay). They're much more resistant to solvents. No, not the metal bristle brushes, the plastic bristle ones.

@GTfour01 3 жыл бұрын

Night Shift, you're such a freak. Great work again. Thnx for the vid!

@larrymanns364 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah! Another Night Shift video!

@jilthunder2276 3 жыл бұрын

Great research & work! Thank you very much for this video!

@toby6326 3 жыл бұрын

Sat here with my tortoise AKA my nature tank watching your video! Thanks for keeping us entertained every Friday

@leonardusgroenendyk6027 3 жыл бұрын

Bring back the BLOOPERS!

@derekshores5839 3 жыл бұрын

Another really useful and informative video. Having followed your advice and checked some reference photos I think that some of your welds are too nice! I have some photos of the Panzer 3 and Panzer 4 at Bovington and some of those welds look like badly ploughed fields. Keep up the good work

@padraigmcconnell7015 3 жыл бұрын

Dude! That's a serious patron size list you have. Excellent video too.

@joseiparraguirre4366 3 жыл бұрын

¡¡¡Muchas gracias por su trabajo!!! He aprendido mucho con sus videos. Un saludo a todos desde España.

@rockboy3970 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, perfect timing. Im building a 40k imperial knight and intended to use these techniques

@fredrikhultman557 3 жыл бұрын

Glorious! Inspiring stuff!

@yamabushi170 3 жыл бұрын

Nice intro! The stuff with the modelling is pretty good too.

@dareksosnowski8068 4 ай бұрын

This is some crazy ahh informative content!

@thebobloblawshow8832 3 жыл бұрын

Really cool tutorial. Loved it.

@guillermomelendez7950 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool techniques!

@joejuampere666 3 жыл бұрын

I love it I just got the very same kit now I can really fallow a build with my own

@ricardohaddad 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing video. Congratulations!

@JonBius 3 жыл бұрын

I need to try this on my walking tank thingy. Great video Martin!

@lat-roc9733 3 жыл бұрын

The intro is ace You still sound like a madman And there is serious free information on offer....by said madman Good man

@timothyperrigoue3997 3 жыл бұрын

You are too critical of your old videos... they are how you got where you are now. I go back and check on such delightful and crazy items like the "Ball Tank" episodes. There are great references throughout. Also glad you kept the intro, Cheers!

@silverdragontm9548 3 жыл бұрын

I missed your video last week, I hope your house is now clean and arranged 😉. Definitely will try out the techniques of today on my current Tiger II from takom. See you next week!

@highdarktemplar 3 жыл бұрын

super useful video, I have a M4A1 Sherman that's going to need some steel texture in the hull so I think I'm going to watch this a couple of times more.

@doomsdaydad2488 3 жыл бұрын

Great video thanks. The ccc weld texture is known as "stacked dime's" and for those who don't know a dime is the smallest US coin, cheers

@fatdad64able 3 жыл бұрын

*Dimes

@tobysellors941 3 жыл бұрын

Damn that's some lovely texture

@hshanoo 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative. Thank you and take care :)

@dominicsibthorp6502 Жыл бұрын

Great video. I am not an armour modeller but I can make use of some of these techniques on cars/bikes and even boats.

@bruceosborne1892 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent Tutorial.

@lucachiarotto0422 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome back dear uncle! Is good to see you again!

@brianj1713 3 жыл бұрын

Nice building one myself and your right about the instructions

@araml.3138 3 жыл бұрын

Nice to see the intro is staying!! :-)

@daviddruxius6011 3 жыл бұрын

Good Stuff for the 1:16 scale RC Models ..... Perfect Work 👍👍👍👍👍

@THROTTLEPOWER 3 жыл бұрын

GREAT video my friend!!!!!!!! 👍👍👍👍👍

@apophislord4889 3 жыл бұрын

I use dymo tape to help scribe lines straight and curved, but only use it on unpainted and primed surfaces, the adhesive will rip it off, bare plastic is best. Another great video!

@CWModelling 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice work 👍....the weld techniques are very reminiscent of a 1/16 Tiger I build that David Parker did in the Osprey book - Modelling the Tiger I but obviously on a smaller scale

@Modkits131 3 жыл бұрын

Friday= Nightshift Day👍

@alerrapalexrap36 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing work... Congratulations ando tank you ...

@jonL88 3 жыл бұрын

Oh yesss fun time with Uncle NS!

@vernski1015 3 жыл бұрын

I have done this texturing effect with Vallejo's Plastic Putty, as it can be used with water to thin it out to consistency of whipped cream. It dries in a reasonable amount of time and gives you a nice effect.