A complete encyclopedia of armor modeling techniques by Mig Jimenez, author of FAQ 1, FAQ 2 and many best-selling books in the history of modeling, and a team of top AFV modelers from around the world under his leadership. In this fifth volume of the AFV Encyclopedia, we take a detailed look at how to take the final steps necessary to complete our AFV models in an attractive and realistic manner. With 160 pages and over 800 large photographs, Volume 5 explains step-by-step and in-depth the techniques used to complete all types of additional details and add the critical finishing touches that bring the model to life. Volume #5 contains detailed explanations of how to handle the paint process and weathering of tracks, car and truck wheels, exhaust pipes, tools, tow cables, personal weapons and machine guns, antennas, and transparent periscope and sight parts. The modeler will also learn how to paint and weather all types of wooden items such as ammo and supply crates; equipment parts made of metal such as water, fuel and oil canisters, fabric elements such as canvas, flags and mantle covers. Finally, we will carefully cover natural elements such as rocks, soil, fallen leaves, small branches and grass. In addition, there is a gallery of images of the main models used in the encyclopedia and a table of the most important techniques used for each example for quick reference. The encyclopedia's techniques are described with highly informative text and numerous images that illustrate the process in great, easy-to-understand detail. This encyclopedia is an indispensable tool for any AFV fan's desktop. Don't miss the fifth and final issue of this comprehensive encyclopedia!
