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John1----You're welcome :)

This is a new book by aviation author Chris Banyai-Riepl that utilizes photographs from his father's extensive library of quality aviation photographs. Will Riepl was an accomplished modeler but fortunately for us, he was very handy with a camera. The book features pictures of NAS Seattle both "then and now" as well as an extensive collection of Naval aircraft in their element. Of note are the photographs of AD-5 Skyraiders and T-28 Trojans complete with well-worn, exhaust-stained airframes. https://modelpaintsol.com/reviews/naval-air-station-seattle-warchive-photo-series-vol-1 This book will serve as an awesome reference for those looking to replicate the looks of a well-worn Skyraider Thanks for reading along! --John

Thanks for the info; much obliged!

ShelbyGT500, Awesome work!! Beautiful finish! Do you have an email or website address for Top Gun Models? I'd love to pick one of these up!!!!! Thanks for posting! --John

Hey Guys, Ace builder Brad Huskinson just published a great article on how to use the H-S Spatter Cap to replicate spattered finishes. This would be a handy painting tool for some....... https://modelpaintsol.com/guides/using-the-h-s-spatter-cap Thanks! --John

Hey Guys, It's time for the IPMS Seattle Spring Show! Check out pics from Spring Show 2024: https://modelpaintsol.com/news/ipms-seattle-spring-show-and-contest-2025 Thanks! --John

Hey Quang, I love mine too. Kinda like GodsHand nippers; how did we build models before we had them.......? Also, luvs me some T-28!!!!!! I was really lucky and crewed a -28 in the mid-90's (ancient history). Man, what an awesome sounding plane at start up! I'd like to see some pics when it's completed. Thanks for the comment! --John

Hey Guys, I just added the New DSPIAE "Rotary Sanding Pen" along with multiple sets of Grinder Bits to Model Paint Solutions! This is an awesome tool that reminds me more of a miniaturized, cordless Die Grinder than anything else. https://modelpaintsol.com/news/dspiae-sanding-pen-and-grinding-bits Since I tested one, it's been in constant use on my bench......cool tool Thanks! --John

Hey Guys, The new display by the NorthWest Scale Modelers group at Seattle's Museum of Flight is "Project Cancelled" This is an awesome display of models of experimental aircraft that never made it to productiton. As usual, most of the models aren't big boy scale but, there's a lot of inspiration to be had Enjoy! --John https://modelpaintsol.com/news/yelproject-cancelled-model-display-by-northwest-scale-modelers-museum-of-flight

Hey Guys, We just got the new Infinity-2024 2in1! The 2in1 comes with two tips: (.25 AND .44mm), 3 different paint cups (with lids), and a sketching cap. Remember MPS covers shipping AND you get a free MPS Paint Mix Kit and a free video tutorial whenever you want to schedule it. Thanks! --John https://modelpaintsol.com/news/new-infinity-2024-cr-2in1

Hey Guys, I tried one of these a few months back and loved it. It's light in the hand, cordless, comes with 8 different sanding heads, and an assortment of die-cut sandpaper in 6 grits. This is an awesome tool https://modelpaintsol.com/news/dspiae-cordless-sander-es-a Thanks! --John

Hey Guys, It's that time again: Model Mania at Seattle's Museum of Flight--February 15-16. This is a great show with an amazing display of built models and many experienced modelers answering questions about the hobby; all under the museums SR-71. See ya there! --John https://modelpaintsol.com/news/model-mania-2025-seattles-museum-flight

Hey Chris, I will be getting them in but H-S has been slow on delivering to we dealers. I've tried one of the new Infinities and it's a nice brush to be sure. That said, I prefer the new Evolution-2024 hands down:) Thanks for the question! Best, --John

Hey Guys, Here's some info on "The Fabulous 40’s Modeling Show” scheduled for February 1, 2025 at Saginaw State University, Saginaw, Michigan. Looks like it should be a good show! https://modelpaintsol.com/news/the-fabulous-40s-modeling-show-hosted-by-the-mid-michigan-model-makers --John

Hey Guys, The new display by the NorthWest Scale Modelers group at Seattle's Museum of Flight is of aircraft from the inter-war years. Although most of the models aren't big boy scale, there's a lot of inspiration in that display cabinet Enjoy! --John https://modelpaintsol.com/news/yellow-wings-calm-between-the-storms-model-display-seattles-museum-of-flight

Thanks, Greg! --John

It's a really well-done display by some very talented modelers Thanks for the comment.

Hey Guys, The folks in the NorthWest Scale Modelers club have assembled another awesome display of model aircraft. This time the topic is Air Racing from 1909 to 1950. Enjoy the pics! https://modelpaintsol.com/news/air-racing-1909-1950-model-display-northwest-scale-modelers

Hey Guys, Although it's not big-boy scale, the new TF-51D conversion from Halberd Models is worth a look. These guys usually do both 48th and 32nd conversions so I wouldn't be surprised if a 1/32nd version is in the works. Enjoy! https://modelpaintsol.com/reviews/halberd-models-tf-51d-two-seat-mustang

Thanks, Troy! --John

Hey James, I agree with HTH. When using decals, I always shoot a coat of gloss over them before using Tamiya Panel Liner, which is my go-to for such work. Ditto that if' I'm going to use rendered oils, which tend to behave like Tamiya Panel Liner if used really diluted. Once, the panel liner work is complete, I usually go with a semi-gloss/matte in preparation for using rendered oils (not diluted) and weathering powders, which prefer something with a little texture for application. I hope that helps:) Best, --John

Hey Guys, Here's a quick piece on using Graduated Cylinders to easily prepare percent volume dilutions of paints and clear coats. I've been using these for years (compliments of my time in a laboratory) to quickly and accurately prepare diluted paint for spraying. They're easy to use, accurate, and reusable. Email me at John@ModelPaintSol.com if you have any questions. Thanks! --John https://modelpaintsol.com/guides/graduated-cylinders-diluting-paint

Hey Guys, I had my doubts when I first read about the re-engineered Harder-Steenbeck Ultra but I'm now a believer:) I just used it to shoot a Gloss coat on my 1/48th Halberd/Tamiya XP-47H conversion and Great Googly Moogly! The new 0.45mm Tip performs beautifully providing a very smooth finish, indeed. This is a very nice brush with some innovative engineering useful for beginner and experten alike. Moreover, the Ultra takes all the same nozzle tips as does the high-end H-S Infinity starting with the Super-Fine 0.15mm tip to the fire-hose 0.60mm tip. It comes out of the box with the newly engineered 0.45mm Medium Tip with V2 needle. From MPS, each Ultra comes with Free Shipping and a Free Mini Mix Kit. Price?............... $110.00 delivered. You read that correctly:) You can see pics and order here: https://modelpaintsol.com/model-paint/harder-steenbeck-ultra-2024 Thanks and best! --John

Hey Guys, Many years ago (~30) I brought some microfiber swabs home from the lab to test out at my modeling bench. In lab they were used just for cleaning the objectives of our microscope. But at the modeling bench, I found many uses for these hummers that included polishing, buffing, gluing, painting as well as applying fillers and weathering powders; awesome tool. I've just expanded the swabs we carry to include an extra-small size that's really handy for all sorts of applications. You can check them out here: https://modelpaintsol.com/news/microfiber-swabs-buffing-polish-gluing-tool Thanks! --John

Hey Guys, New to Model Paint Solutions is The MPS Airbrush Coaching Service ! If you've been having issues spraying primers, fine-lines, or gloss coats, and want a little assistance, drop me a line and schedule a video or phone session:) Details can be found here: https://modelpaintsol.com/news/the-mps-airbrush-coaching-service?fbclid=IwAR2ek2cYeFhiWPx0lcCmueQ8ilPhNfUnXLv5Nzqnvnju43nUvoU6H0cfTdk Thanks!! --John