The first batches of 15mm pre-paints are done (well, “OK” technically the full batch of tanks is not finished, but close enough).
Both batches came out about like I expected; reasonable looking ‘fast’ paint jobs. The models may have a few minor defects (very normal for Bloodaxe models), but nothing horrendous. Sure, these could be painted better than they are, but then we’d have to charge more; and these are simple models to boot. The goal was to produce simple and inexpensive vehicle models AND to do it in the USA. I know for sure that I could produce better models at a cheaper price, but to do so I would have to have the models produced in China and in much larger quantities. Anyhow, from our end, I do believe that we hit our goal.
Now on to a few pictures; the first picture is a ‘just’ finished batch of T-34 tanks. The photo shows a group of models that just finished up the soldering step. Not a great photo, but it shows a batch of models ready for the next step (final cleaning and priming).
The next photo is a group shot showing trucks and tanks.
The last photo is an overhead shot of a T-34 and a Russian truck.
All of the photos are just simple workbench shots, not studio shots, so they are a little rough, but show what needs to be shown.
The prices for these pre-painted 15mm models come in at: $8.00 for the T-34 and $6.00 for the Russian truck – no part numbers for these just yet, so just order by name. For shipping purposes there are 4 T-34s or 10 trucks to the pound.
Not sure which models we will do next, but be sure to check back for further pre-paint updates.
Should you be attending Rock-Con, we will have these pre-painted models on display and available for purchase at the convention.