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Title: Yet another diversion : Tamiya 1/72nd scale A6M3 Model 22 Zero
Post by: RAGIII on May 18, 2026, 10:38:42 AM

Tamiya 1/72nd scale A6M3 Zero 22. Built OOB and painted with MRP Mitsubishi Olive Grey and Tamiya XF26 Green. Layered the green to give Variation. Kit decals. Panel line washes with Oils.
RAGIII


(https://i.postimg.cc/4xDj3dGZ/699397780-27973405228926517-7661643915082497139-n.jpg)


(https://i.postimg.cc/YC5TS97q/700035659-27973401432260230-896109443632523660-n.jpg)


(https://i.postimg.cc/bw74vJPq/699806143-27973391822261191-2927924634370370031-n.jpg)


(https://i.postimg.cc/RZk20FmZ/700070211-27973390232261350-4895337332702227468-n.jpg)

Title: Re: Yet another diversion : Tamiya 1/72nd scale A6M3 Model 22 Zero
Post by: NigelR on May 18, 2026, 05:19:09 PM

Been following this on FB, very nice work with the paint and weathering.

Title: Re: Yet another diversion : Tamiya 1/72nd scale A6M3 Model 22 Zero
Post by: DaddyO on May 18, 2026, 05:59:45 PM

Very nicely done yet again RAGIII  8)

Those Japanese WW2 schemes are a modellers delight with a multitude of variations and weathering added to some stunning aircraft. Made a great job of the finish and weathering on this one - totally believable  :)

Paul

Title: Re: Yet another diversion : Tamiya 1/72nd scale A6M3 Model 22 Zero
Post by: Dirigible-Al on May 18, 2026, 11:26:37 PM

This is finished with a really brilliant weathered/knackered look.
Alan.

Title: Re: Yet another diversion : Tamiya 1/72nd scale A6M3 Model 22 Zero
Post by: RAGIII on May 19, 2026, 06:24:17 AM

Thanks Nigel, Paul and Alan, Greatly appreciated!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Yet another diversion : Tamiya 1/72nd scale A6M3 Model 22 Zero
Post by: gedmundson on May 19, 2026, 06:54:16 AM

Very nicely done Rick - that subtle mottle you have going on the overall green is very effective. And one would never guess it was that tiny. Admirable work in that scale.
Cheers,
Gary

Title: Re: Yet another diversion : Tamiya 1/72nd scale A6M3 Model 22 Zero
Post by: lone modeller on May 19, 2026, 06:56:26 AM

I have written before and I will write it again that your weathered finishes are something to die for Rick. This one is no exception - that model looks to be in a much larger scale that 1/72.

Stephen.

Title: Re: Yet another diversion : Tamiya 1/72nd scale A6M3 Model 22 Zero
Post by: RAGIII on May 20, 2026, 06:40:45 AM

Quote from: gedmundson on May 19, 2026, 06:54:16 AM

Very nicely done Rick - that subtle mottle you have going on the overall green is very effective. And one would never guess it was that tiny. Admirable work in that scale.
Cheers,
Gary

Thanks Gary! I appreciate the compliment from someone as good as you are with painting!
RAGIII

Quote from: lone modeller on May 19, 2026, 06:56:26 AM

I have written before and I will write it again that your weathered finishes are something to die for Rick. This one is no exception - that model looks to be in a much larger scale that 1/72.

Stephen.

Thank You Stephen! As always, I appreciate you looking in!
RAGIII

Title: Re: Yet another diversion : Tamiya 1/72nd scale A6M3 Model 22 Zero
Post by: Alexis on May 24, 2026, 12:57:22 PM

Nice little distraction Rick , tuned out super !


Alexis

Title: Re: Yet another diversion : Tamiya 1/72nd scale A6M3 Model 22 Zero
Post by: RAGIII on May 26, 2026, 12:30:14 AM

Quote from: Alexis on May 24, 2026, 12:57:22 PM

Nice little distraction Rick , tuned out super !


Alexis

Thanks Alexis!
RAGIII