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Scale Modelling Articles & How-tos
Technique, research, colour, tools and practical bench knowledge from Kawartha Scale Modellers.
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Airbrush Masking FAQ: Tamiya Tape, ORAMASK 810, Markings and Airflow Control
Kawartha Scale Modellers | Companion FAQ Airbrush Masking FAQ: Tamiya Tape, ORAMASK 810, Markings and Airflow Control This page is the bench-side quick-reference companion to the full masking…
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MAC Valve FAQ: Airbrush Questions, Masking, and Airflow Control
Kawartha Scale Modellers • FAQ Page MAC Valve FAQ Airbrush airflow control without the myths, forum folklore, or “just spray at low PSI” nonsense. This page supports the…
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MAC Valve Airbrush Control for Fine Detail Scale Modelling
Kawartha Scale Modellers • Bench Standard MAC Valve Advanced airflow control for serious airbrushing. A MAC Valve is not a gimmick, and it is not a substitute for…
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Mastering Precision: How Drop-Counting Thinner-to-Paint Ratios Elevate Scale Modelling to Professional Levels
Kawartha Scale Modellers | ModelWorX Bench Standard Precision in Practice: Why Drop-Counting Changes Everything Professional results do not come from luck, vibes, or eyeballing the cup. They come…
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KSM T-Shirt – Wear It. Represent It. Own It!
KSM Members at HeritageCon 18 — show up visible, unified, and unapologetic in your craft. This is more than a t-shirt. It is a signal. A visible standard…
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Scale Modelling: The Hobby of Shame
Scale modelling has an identity problem. For all the skill it demands, it is still too often trapped beneath a lazy public caricature: grown men playing with toys.…
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VetBuild ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION, COLONEL FRED TILSTON, VC Legion BRANCH №.385
VetBuild Donald’s Centurion Tank proudly poses on the flyer header. His enthusiasm for the hobby is a great asset for the Vet Program. Operation VetBuild is a peer…
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Keep It Smooth: Why Lubricating Your Airbrush Matters
Using IWATA Lube or BADGER REGDAB “Needle Juice” Airbrushes are precision instruments. Every part — the needle, trigger, valve system, and internal seals — relies on smooth, friction-free…
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🇨🇦 KSM Proudly Supports VetBuild – Veterans Living With PTSD
Where Creativity, Friendship, and Community Service Come Together. KSM is a vibrant group of hobbyists passionate about scale modelling—and even more passionate about giving back. From monthly meetings…
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🎨 How to Use AK Ultra Matte Varnish (AK11252)
A Dead-Flat Finish 🧴 Step 1 – Preparation 💨 Step 2 – Airbrush Setup 💡 Tip: Keep the airbrush moving to prevent milky patches or uneven matte buildup.…
