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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #25 on: Jan 29, 2017, 08:03 PM »
Go on....

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #26 on: Feb 12, 2017, 09:47 PM »
All right, the weather is a little friendlier so I can resume painting. There were a couple of rough spots on the carbine so after some sanding and cleanup it was time for another round of paint. Krylon's metallic is ok but it the glittery bits make it look like cheap metal, so I hit it and the 35s with some Tamiya Silver Leaf, which has a lot smoother finish.


A few coats and then, following the advice (kinda sorta) of Syko Voss in another post, I hit 'em with 2 coats of clear. Once that dried for a few hours, it was time for the first round of masks and black, part of Krylon's camo series. It's a nice deep matte.



Next up, color.

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #27 on: Feb 12, 2017, 09:49 PM »
Oooo....pretty. ;D

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #28 on: Feb 17, 2017, 10:44 AM »
I'm getting closer to finishing up my weapons. After a few rounds of painting (and resanding) and painting and masking and...you get the idea. Here is the result:



Hmm. That's a little blurry. Time for a close up.






They are so pretty, I almost hate to move to the next step and rough them up. But I have to do what I have to do.

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #29 on: Feb 17, 2017, 10:54 AM »
Looking good there vod! 8)

I might be too picky, but the red blaster looks more glossy than the blue one. You're weathering probably will take care of it. Just something to keep in mind. :)

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #30 on: Feb 17, 2017, 11:20 AM »
It is glossier. The red I had on hand was a gloss enamel. In it's current state, it has a nice contrast against the matte black but I'm going to hit everything with 220 - 600 grit to beat it down before giving them a black and brown wash.

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #31 on: Feb 17, 2017, 11:29 AM »
Kandosii. 8) I look forward to seeing it! ;D

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #32 on: Feb 27, 2017, 12:17 PM »
As much as it pained me to do this, it was time to make these weapons look "well-loved". As I said before, I took to them with sand papers from 220 to 600 and here's the result:





I'm not viciously scuffing the paint on the carbine because if there's one I'd take care of really well, it'd be my weapon. I will however, hit it with a bit of drybrushing before black (and brown) washing it.

Then it was time for the 35s. This hurt the most.









These are a little more worn because they are my parents' side arms. Well, the "damage" is done. It's time to get them dirty.

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #33 on: Mar 06, 2017, 12:47 PM »
So last weekend, I scuffed up the beautiful paint jobs on my weapons and this weekend I made them actually look used.

I know we call it "blackwash" but if you only use black paint, you're missing out. Grime and dirt are not just one uniform color. What I have here is Black, Charcoal, Brown Iron Oxide and Autumn Brown as well as a little silver to add in a few more scuffs.



Hit any "exposed metal" with more brown to give the impression of rust...



or dirt



And before you know it, everything looks like it's been to Nal Hutta and back



Added a few more shades of brown: Brown Velvet and Burnt Umber



I also added a sling to the carbine but I think I'll probably pull the pad off as it tends to get in the way.



And that's it. I think I've taken these weapons as far as I can. But, if you have an suggestions or input, don't hold back.

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #34 on: Mar 06, 2017, 12:56 PM »
:o :o :o :o

I really like those vod! Well done!

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #35 on: Mar 13, 2017, 04:24 AM »
I love your weathering detail! Super nice :D

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #36 on: Mar 13, 2017, 10:40 PM »
Normally, I don't care for Westar 35 blasters, but the weathering on yours is very well done.

The carbine is also very well done.  The only negative thing, and it's just my aesthetic opinion, is the stock.  It's clearly a 2x6.  It could use a lot more shape to it, especially right behind the pistol grip.  I mean, if you were ever stranded on Kamino, you could use it as a paddle to get to Tipoca City.  😉


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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #37 on: Mar 14, 2017, 07:29 PM »
The funny thing about the stock is that it's a cut down version of the base stock for the Longstrike. It's hard to believe but it's also the same width as well. Further, the wood was a pain in the shebs to work with as the darker rings seem to be much more dense than the rest of the wood. Still, it adds a nice weight to the whole thing, plus it's removable. It's also great for bashing heads (or locks) and paddling up the creek.

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #38 on: Mar 14, 2017, 09:33 PM »
Gotta say reading and studying the pictures I was stunned the entire time. You really did an amazing job.

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #39 on: Mar 14, 2017, 11:57 PM »
I've forgotten my manners so I just wanted to say vor'e to all of you following this thread. Your feedback has definitely kept me from getting discouraged along the way.

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #40 on: Mar 17, 2017, 10:02 PM »
The funny thing about the stock is that it's a cut down version of the base stock for the Longstrike. It's hard to believe but it's also the same width as well. Further, the wood was a pain in the shebs to work with as the darker rings seem to be much more dense than the rest of the wood. Still, it adds a nice weight to the whole thing, plus it's removable. It's also great for bashing heads (or locks) and paddling up the creek.


Insert picture of Anansi on a log paddling up a stream with his carbine 😂

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #41 on: Mar 25, 2017, 02:34 PM »
Your Westar's look awesome. Some people may call them blocks of wood but to me simple ,canon and colorful is all you need in the Star Wars world.

Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #42 on: Mar 26, 2017, 09:04 PM »
very nice! :D

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #43 on: Mar 26, 2017, 09:27 PM »


Awesome Vod!  I've been looking for a good tutorial to show someone how much work they'd need to put into a "nerf" gun to make it look like a Star Wars gun.

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #44 on: Aug 13, 2017, 12:23 AM »
Just a really minor update. I stared at the stock of my carbine for a good long time and while I was mostly ok with it, I decided to make it look less like a block of wood and more like a "proper" stock.



Now I just need to re-stain it and then I think I will feel comfortable permanently attaching it to the carbine.

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #45 on: Aug 13, 2017, 08:35 AM »
Its amazing to see just how far the  progress made on your rifle has come!
Youve definitely given me a couple ideas, keep up the good work!

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #46 on: Aug 13, 2017, 09:48 AM »
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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #47 on: Sep 04, 2017, 09:21 PM »
Ok, this isn't about the carbine. I decided I also wanted a stabbity stick so today, I made a vibroblade. I based it on this dagger from The Clone Wars:


Thankfully, I had some 6mm sintra laying around.


A short time later:




And there we are. More to come later.

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #48 on: Sep 05, 2017, 11:11 AM »
Oooo... stabby sticks are always handy. True Mandos keep one under the pillow for safety.

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Re: Anansi's WIP Longstrike-Based Carbine
« Reply #49 on: Sep 09, 2017, 11:37 PM »
I also built this little number I call my "Skeleton Key"


It's a focused thermite charge


And it lets me open any door I want.

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