Question about Odd Tools

[s_o_r_r_o_w]

Dude, seriously.

Just get stuck in.

Buy some cheap tools. Find out what works, and what doesn't. Upgrade as you need to.

The ONE thing you should ensure you get right is your flush-cutters. Everything out will come through trial and error.

[RedSkullz]

I have a dremel and a pin vise, but i actually most often reach for the 18v cordless drill when it comes to drilling, super easy to change bits. If you already have a drill give it a shot. Not saying that dremels and pinvices dont have their uses, but my drill works great for me.(granted i was a cabinetmaker so pretty good control)
I bought bits on ebay 10 of each size(5 sizes .5mm,.6mm,.7mm,.8mm,.9mm,1.0mm) for around $26 shipped on ebay.

[MagickalMemories]

I'd end up drilling through my hand, the table then the wall before I managed to let go of the trigger.
I would miss the model entirely.


Eric

[optimusprime14]

I'd end up drilling through my hand, the table then the wall before I managed to let go of the trigger.
I would miss the model entirely.


Eric

You aren't that lucky. You would go through the model's face first, then you hand, then the table, then the wall and then the neighbor's dog who happens to be walking by

[JohnBlackhawk]

Some what odd question i have, whats the actual name on that "green stuff"?

[RedSkullz]

Green stuff aka Kneadatite
Theres 2 type of Kneadatite i use for sculpting. Green is more flexible and less rigid than brown stuff, and cheaper than brown. Try to buy the green in 2 sepereate pieces than the stuff in the single blue/yellow ribbon as it tends to cure where the seam meets

[JohnBlackhawk]

Hmm now i use a small blob of this stuff in between the joints of what ever figure im putting together to hold things in place while the glue dries? In particular between the waist and chest, also the neck and head?

[MagickalMemories]

Hmm now i use a small blob of this stuff in between the joints of what ever figure im putting together to hold things in place while the glue dries? In particular between the waist and chest, also the neck and head?

No. Definitely not.
Glue your piece (preferably pinning it, if it's metal) then, once the glue has dried, use a VERY small amount of this in the visible gap/line to make the 2 pieces look like one.

Alternatively, you can use it to sculpt on new details (hair, armor, etc).









Eric