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[Microblog] HGIBO Gundam Vidar (files.ohai.social)
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HGIBO Gundam VidarSuper fun kit, as long as you go in expecting to do some painting. Gundam Color Phantom Gray and Gundam Marker Metallic Red were all I needed (besides my panel lining fluid), and I'm pretty happy with the result.That said, any tips on how to apply the metallic Gundam markers more evenly? @gunpla #highgrade #gundam #gunpla #hgibo #IronBloodedOrphans #modelkits #plamo #mecha

HG Gundam Vidar on a stand kicking to the side with its boot knives out
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[–] 3 points 1 year ago (2 children)

The silver one worked so well on the pistons, but any large flat surfaces or textured surfaces were a challenge. I had to try 3 times to get the spots on the waist armor somewhat decent looking. Almost gave up and used Vallejo Scarlet instead (I only have 6 colors of Mr Hobby available to me, and Shine Red isn't one of them).

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  • [–] 3 points 1 year ago*

    The metallic Gundam markers won’t look even unless you spray it. That why I was talking about the gm airbrush the other day. You can make it look good but the paint is very fragile. It chips easy and even rubs off when handling. It also changes in appearance with topcoat.

    All the red on this is XGM03 marker sprayed with air

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