01-11-2018, 08:48 PM | #51 |
Join Date: May 2007
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Re: Minis Set 3+ Wish List
Oh yeah, I've got four of those MM missile tanks to assemble, and I am not looking forward to them. Luckily, SJ Games fixed that problem way back in '83.
But you know what's funny? Ogrethulhu went right together, no problems at all. I was convinced the lobster arms or tentacles would be an issue, but the mating surfaces were nice and precise. |
01-11-2018, 09:16 PM | #52 |
Join Date: Jun 2017
Location: Parma, OH
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Re: Minis Set 3+ Wish List
I've been impressed with the quality of the 2000's cast minis. Very little flash, excellent detail and overall good fit.
If only they weren't so scarce... That said, I also just got a minis set 1, and i love them. They may not have quite the crisp detail of some castings, but they look great and are cost-effective. I will finally be able to build that Ogre army I've dreamed of since the early 80's. Congrats on Ogrethulu. Hope to find one some day... |
01-11-2018, 09:22 PM | #53 |
Join Date: May 2007
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Re: Minis Set 3+ Wish List
You don't think the detail is as crisp on the plastics? I think they're among the best.
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01-11-2018, 09:36 PM | #54 | |
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Orlando, FL. Please forgive me...
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Re: Minis Set 3+ Wish List
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01-12-2018, 12:43 PM | #55 | |
Join Date: Feb 2016
Location: Lancaster, PA
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01-12-2018, 02:16 PM | #56 | |
Join Date: May 2007
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01-12-2018, 02:21 PM | #57 |
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Tyler, Texas
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Re: Minis Set 3+ Wish List
The main issue I've had so far is that the plastic is very slick and light. I drop far more little parts (the GEV engines especially) than I do with metal miniatures. On the other hand, getting 2 (!) Ogres, 28 tanks and howitzers, a command post and 42 infantry for $40 is a RIDICULOUSLY good deal. So I'll just reinstall the light under my game table and risk it.
I intend to paint the first batch this weekend. They're assembled and mounted on paint holders. Assuming that they come out OK, I'll post them on www.texaswargamer.com when done, along with a step by step tutorial. |
01-12-2018, 02:25 PM | #58 | |
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Tyler, Texas
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01-12-2018, 08:09 PM | #59 |
Join Date: Jun 2017
Location: Parma, OH
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Re: Minis Set 3+ Wish List
I'm still furiously painting some old GHQ tanks to learn how to use the ink washes & drybrush.
When I get a few I'm happy with, I'll try some of my old Martian Metals minis (i have a couple missile tanks that are missing missiles). If I can get good results with those, then I'll try the plastic minis. I haven't painted minis in about 30 years, so I'm on the steep part of the learning curve. Ben has been very patient & helpful guiding me through thus far. |
01-13-2018, 08:28 PM | #60 |
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Orlando, FL. Please forgive me...
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Re: Minis Set 3+ Wish List
You are wise to practice on some old minis. Don't worry, experience teaches VERY well where painting is concerned. When I look back at some of my old minis, I'm amazed at how much I've improved.
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