1/12 Scale GT40 MKII build

[Paul V]

I think the prop master for that movie got the inspiration for it from a "Broomhandle" Mauser C96. I bought one in Germany back in the early '60s. 7.63mm cartridge.

You are correct. The armorer from a company called Bapty in the UK used a WWI Mauser C96 with a German rifle scope and the flash hider from a tank on the end. The original base gun no longer exists but the scope is on another Mauser and sold for millions. The base gun was used in several movies before Star Wars and after in a tv show. Mine is a combination of zinc alloy C96 replica, steel flash hider and scope mount and aluminum scope. I learned how to do chemical bluing and then weathered everything to reflect the patina of photos of the actual prop. I’m as nerdy about Star Wars as I am about GT40’s.

 

[Paul V]

I adjusted and smoothed out the fuel sponson covers and the outer door shells. Today they got a coat of primer. Won’t get around to painting them until the weekend. Fingers crossed they come out well on the first try.

 

[Paul V]

The model of 1046 can stand on its own wheels and the cockpit section is complete. I will work on sanding the front and rear bodywork over the holidays, but won’t finish them until spring. The time spent on this is ridiculous.

 

[Rick Muck- Mark IV]

Here is real skill. WAY beyond what I possess but in my mind, I can do this: https://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums...-in-solderingthe-gt40-project-new-pics-21317/

 

[Brian Kissel]

WOW, just WOW !!!!!

Thanks for posting

 

[Vinny G]

Nice work posted here. I second the idea of a section for scale models and racing art. Here's my most recent painting of a 911 at a show I attended this fall. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all here. -Vince