As a former tank commander (A troop 3/4 US Cav, 25th inf) I like the concern you show with realism, nice work

Read about this technique in various model kit magazines, but actually seeing it done is very informative. Will try this one of these days, thanks!

Here's another tool in your model painting tool box. I was recently experimenting and practicing my airbrush skills and new techniques. I discovered that acrylic floor wax is one of the most versatile products out there. Not only does it work as a finish clear coat (with several lite coats it can be very glossy), but it works as the perfect thinner for acrylics. The biggest advantage is it's designed to dry water resistant/repelent, plus it is designed to be very durable to be walked on, can be washed with warm soapy water. So I now just dilute my acrylic paint, let it completely dry then add the second color I want to chip, Then do whatever chipping i need to do. Also I forget to say, because of the properties I described above just add the color of your choice it can work as a primer, or you can just use it as a primer/finish coat. No need for a separate primer.

I don't even build models, yet I come here to watch your vids as they are strangely satisfying lol. Fantastic stuff

excellent questions... these are good points you raise. Clearcoating the rust first then adding the hairspray - that should work fine ! I don't see a problem with that. It might be a wise precaution... maybe experiment with your brands of clearcoat and see how it works out. As for spraying from the can, the main reason I don't do it is because you have no control over the pressure or spray size coming out. It would blast masking from the model, cause runs..the airbrush just gives control.

Thanks for the tip. I'm coming back to military modelling soon, but in 1/16 scale rather than 1/35 and I look forward to applying your technique to the larger scale.

Brilliant! I've heard of hairspray used in weathering. Making a wash and such. But this is a new idea. Keep them coming! We all enjoy em.

Hi medic. Thanks for the informative tutorial. Seeing it done explains a lot better than simply reading about it.

Great tutorial! I have been experimenting with the hairspray myself and had some problems with removing the paint with a brush, the cocktail pick is an excellent tip! Thanks for sharing.

Absolutely superb tutorial there mate. You're a true artist that's for sure.

That's a brilliant tutorial Jon. I'm working on some Ork models for my Warhammer 40K army, and wasn't sure how I should proceed after applying the hairspray. This has given me much more confidence. Thank you!

Superbly done, superb finishes and shades of realism.

Wonderful tutorial, and a beautifully detailed model. Thanks for sharing, Jon.

Very nice. My FOW tanks and Warmchine 'Jacks will be getting some of this done to them. Thank you for posting this!

arr man thats sweet advice... i play 40k and i can see endless ways of appling this technique thank you

Very easy to follow instructions, excellent tutorial. Thanks