WAB Corner

This site was created late in 2008, just a few years after first becoming involved in wargaming. As you can tell by the name, WAB was my introduction to this community. I appreciate the following and comments this blog receives, and give all thanks and credit to my Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. It may seem odd that this blog appears to focus on the folly of mankind's continuous warfare, but I believe I can still enjoy this hobby so long as I put Him first in all I do. Maranatha!

Saturday, January 9, 2016

1/8th Testors Samurai - First Painted Figure of 2016 (and after several months as well)

Deciding to use the resin sword that came with the kit, completed the big guy today. After the Minwax stain dried overnight, gave it a coat of Testors Dullcote and then some highlighting.

As noted in the title, this is not only the first painted figure for 2016, but also the first for a long time. I think the last figure I painted before this one was in October - before getting into the 1:1 Medieval armor thing.

I'm actually waiting on another mail haubergeon - this time a bit bigger so that it will hopefully fit over the padded arming jacket. Not like I'm going to do SCA or Battle of the Nations, but I want to be able to wear the armor with all the components.

The jinbaori's lapels and rest of the clothing are plain, without any designs or patterns. This not only made the painting simpler, but seems to set off the red armor better.