My friends! I totally forgot that I actually built a Miniart kit before. The Ball Tank that started this channel was from them! It was probably caused by my approach to the model - about 85% of the parts ended in the recycle bin, and I completely missed the certified Miniart moment! :D

@jamiestokes1402

9 ай бұрын

And the first model with rubber tread .... 1 big wheel.

@honza9929

9 ай бұрын

I would recomend the T-54 B with a interior as it is fairly cheap and a good quality kit.

@raditz1975

9 ай бұрын

finally, i've been looking forward to this for so long, hope to see something like a ZIS-150 or opel blitz in the future.

@martindione386

9 ай бұрын

Uncle Nightshift, I humbly think that the door decals needed a bit more weathering and chipping, they're too pristine compared to the rest of the truck, cheers!

@wolflittlepsycho3437

9 ай бұрын

After so many episodes, please, pretty please, do your research on Annealing finally. Cause your last name means Blacksmith even tho you still miss the annealing part for years. Try heating it up, shove it in cold water and test the softness afterwards. Doing so with copper and even brass (PE) will unlock new chapter of your modelling life. Seriously.

I don't know if it's only me, but I think an unfinished model in like a factory setting would be extremely cool. The factory could be brand new, like Rheinmetall or something, or it could be an abandoned one from WW2, it works both ways.

@vonsopas

9 ай бұрын

I would like to see something like that too, however I do reckon that it would be far harder to make a model don't look like a toy without weathering. Don't know

@ABCD-asdf

9 ай бұрын

Great Idea - especially with these skills

@NightShiftScaleModels

9 ай бұрын

It's my plan to build a model in oxide primer parked in a factory :)

@fraserdouglas7693

9 ай бұрын

@@NightShiftScaleModels I would love to see that in a tank such as the Maus or another super heavy tank

@jimj.9106

9 ай бұрын

I've been kicking around the idea of guys restoring a couple of WW II vehicles in an old service station. The kind that had two service bays and gas pumps out front. For this Chevy, it could be shown in pristine condition with the doors masked off for painting the stars. Between Tamiya and MiniArt there's enough tools, jacks and work benches to outfit a workshop. LEDs are available that mimic arc welding, flouresent lights going bad (flickering) etc.. I think MiniArt has a kit of office furniture. Do some research and find 1/35 scale bathroom fixtures for the required disgusting toilet!

Dear Martin, most aircraft modellers use wide tape and mask the entire (flat) window in one go. And then cut with a fresh hobby blade the tape around the window, using the gap in the frame as guide. It will do you masking job WAY easier, faster and more fun. You are so good with guiding brushes, i bet youll be gold guiding a blade too to cut the masking. It almost hurts seeing you struggle with a million tiny tape pieces for a small window….

@scobra1cz

9 ай бұрын

Or he can use mascol. Or just glue the windows after painting and before weathering.

@garyparker2969

9 ай бұрын

Absolutely Gorgeous Work Sir 🏆🏆🏆🏆 God Bless 🤗 Gary.

It’s always a good day when Uncle Night shift uploads a new video

@AkatsukiTheKitsune

9 ай бұрын

Yes

@Jackoe69

9 ай бұрын

Lol. Such a npc comment

@Evaunit98

9 ай бұрын

@@Jackoe69 I apologise for being a fan, shut up

Just FYI, the big 9 pointed hollow star is the Ninth Army Service Forces, based solely in the US, specifically just certain Western states : Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington. They would never be seen outside those areas.

@flyingscotsman9657

9 ай бұрын

I was wondering what that star was, I'd never seen it before now. Thanks for the info!

@markbecht1420

9 ай бұрын

@@flyingscotsman9657 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Army_Service_Forces If I have the bumper markings right it either Fort Lewis or Fort Lawton - both in the Seattle area. Homefront stuff is always overlooked

@ducatisti

9 ай бұрын

Ahhhh, thank you, I was wracking my brain trying to remember where I'd seen that odd marking before! I've always thought it looked too much like a target and probably a good thing it never left the States.

@ianpaschal

9 ай бұрын

Came looking for this comment. Generally if you're into armor modeling I would advise NEVER TRUST WHAT THE MANUFACTURER PAINTS ON THE BOX. Do your own research for historical photos.

@gordonmcmillan4709

7 ай бұрын

Ninth Service Command

Got to do something about that door marking. It looks like its made out of construction paper and shares none of the weathering or scratching present on the door behind it. Spatter a little mud over the bottom of it with a toothbrush already! Nice job overall though. Very fun to watch you tackle it.

That bench seat is a work of art, ultra-realistic!!

oooh im very stoked for the Big Diorama 👀

Great looking model.. One detail I think could be possibly added is dusty/dirty windscreens, with clean areas where the windscreen wipers sweep. I've seen this at some model shows I've been to and I always felt this effect added an extra touch of realism... Plus it may also work a a bit of a cheat code to cover up any glueing mistakes around the windscreen edges.

@_Jaspy_

9 ай бұрын

I was actually suprised he didn't do it.

@the_once-and-future_king.

9 ай бұрын

And vertical streaks/scratches on the door windows.

I like this U.S. Army Chevrolet Truck very nice cool. ❤❤😊😊

Been waiting all those weeks,and once i saw it,I instantly clicked.Thanks for the content uncle Night Shift!

This was a cool video because you were outside your comfort zone. As someone who built only car models for years before transitioning to tank models I can tell its very eye opening to try a different kind of modelling as you learn a lot of new techniques. Building a Lamborghini is wayyy different than building a Sherman tank. Especially when it comes to painting. Its so much fun to build something in a way that youre not used to. You should try building a car model! Or if youre not really into cars maybe try a helicopter or plane model!

I love MiniArt, when you mentioned the amount of plastic I was not surprised :D

A tank or a truck, Night Shift will rock! And so Martin rocks here!

Watching and listening to you is better than any movie or TV series. Your production is so professional, including the lighting and camera work. And of course you are a marvelous artist that makes plastic come to life. Thanks for sharing your passion!!

Incredible work. Your attention to detail is remarkable.

You did a great job on that truck for someone who claims not to enjoy building trucks. The building and painting of the cargo was a class into itself. Thank you for that.

This project and the huge German mortar have been two of my favorites. Yes, everyone loves an armor model, but some of the other vehicles of war are just as interesting.

Glue the Windows in after painting the model. No masking necessary. 👍🏻

Wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You make it looks sooo easy… But I know of my own experience that it isn’t! Love your work man❣️ You really are a Magician✨✨ Looking forward to the big diorama where this Beauty will find it’s place and shine✨ All the best from Holland for you and your loved ones❣️

I love dioramas with a story! I can't wait to see all the details you put in it. All of those little bags look so beautifully crinkled.

I Love You! And I'm going to tell you, the weathering is Exquisite! But... I'm 63, and this truck looks Exactly like the ones I saw in the 1960s all over Tennessee! And I Mean Photographically Exactly The Same!!! Over aged for 1945, but Absolutely Perfect for 1965!!! And it was this old dirty rusty look that got me into Modeling in 1970, which girls didn't do back then. And if you ever what to do an Interior, try a Mini Art Pz IV, it made my Brain Hurt! But it is Beautiful! You could do it Real Justice!

I built one of the MiniArt Austin armored car kits. My son gave It to me last Christmas. Like this Chevy, it is an astonishingly detailed kit and it built into a beautiful model. You can't see much of the detail painstakingly built and painted. I am a hobbyist who models in my less than abundant spare time and it took me several months and left me model exhausted. I had to take a break, but now that the weather is getting cold....

Another boring day cranked up to high intensity of goodness with every new night shift upload

Absolutely amazing as always! Every time I see you use black as a primer, I think the paint job will come out too dark but it never does! You have the paint jobs down to a combination of science and art. Beautiful, just beautiful!

These are the best how to videos I’ve ever seen so far. They are the single reason I came back to “ artistic” modelling after a very long break. Keep up the good work. They re pure art

Amazing build. Its not easy to make something as mundane as a regular work truck interesting without scraping a lot of realism, but you did it. The sculpting and weathering on the seat and stowage was damn good.

That truck seat is ridiculously good! Nicely done on the whole thing. Your work is always amazing.

The way you took some putty and made the plastic seat look plush, plump, and comfortable...! Geeze man. So good.

I have a cold but uncle night Shift is here so light up my day :)

I've found that, when building cars and trucks, coloring the edges of windows black adds to the realism.

I was considering getting this kit today! And here it is, a whole video about it by Uncle Night Shift! A surprise to be sure but a welcome one!

That’s a beautiful finish you have achieved, the depth of contrast just jumps off the screen! The flour sacks and barrels are a work of art in themselves. Thank you for being my source of inspiration, modelling has kept me sane (ish) in the past few years and your videos have made that possible.

The best feeling is when you get a KZread notification from nightshift because you know it’s always going to be amazing

I don’t actually make scale models because honestly I don’t have the patience, but this brand is one I’ll have to pay attention to if I ever decide to get into models.

There's no need to mask the windows, the glass is just the inserts, the frames are built in to the cab mouldings. Just put the glass in last. Another excellent build, sir.

Thank you for stepping outside your norm and doing this truck. I love to build older trucks both civilian and military. You are an artist and your technique is very inspiring. Please do more!

I (try to) watch a lot of modelers... you are absolutely my favorite. You are so talented and your dialogue is always fantastic. Keep up the fantastic work.

You never fail to impress!! Beautiful work!

I would love to see your skills set on a train or construction vehicle. You do the most realistic weathering I've ever seen!

Amazing. I sit in awe every video I watch. I wish I had the time/skill/patients/tools/techniques that you possess to create my own. But, I don't so watching you is my catharsis.

Awesome model

Thank you , Uncle Martin . 🐺 Loupis Canis .

Beautiful work! However, as indicated in a comment below, the nonagon insignia on the door represents the 9th Service Command, a stateside unit. It is unlikely that it would get that weathered in normal use as such vehicles were washed frequently and repainted as needed. The box top art is odd in that it shows the vehicle in what appears to be on an ETO battlefield. Many of these were sold as surplus after the war and were very commonly seen here in the Pacific Northwest where I live.

This maybe is one of your best builds yet. Love this!!! Keep it up man. You have learned me so much modelbuilding wise.

20 yr USAF Vet here. This is simply amazing indeed.

Such awesome work! Loved seeing it all from start to finish. I can dwell on your fantastic paint work, but I’m pretty sure building a sound model beneath is a little beneficial. It’s all great.

You are amazing. Thank you as always for this model and your brilliant, unique approach to detailing and realistic finishing which feels more hyper-real and at some points surreal, which is clearly your intention from the beginning and it never ceases to amaze us.

Really cool! Very interesting to see your skills and visual approach on different subjects. Since you asked what we thought, one suggestion from a total beginner -- the forestry service mark on the door feels nearly pristine, compared to the overall ware/patina; it could just look that way on video, but some discoloration and chips on those white surfaces would have pulled me in even more. Thanks for the upload, I really enjoyed this one!

Wow! The flour sacks are sublime as is the rest of the truck. Like the change in subject.

What I love about MiniArt (besides being a product of my Country) is how good their kits and instructions are. My first MiniArt model was also my very first full interior model (T-44 kit). So it was very challenging for me to begin with. But the instructions are made properly, so I literally had no issues with assemly. Thanks for the video and for the content, dear sir mister Uncle :)

I always love seeing your incredible level of detail. The flour sacks make me think of a certain famous airlift. One thing that I wanted to share with you regarding the detail in the cab comes from my experiences with old style land cruisers in the middle east. The paint in the footwell got so worn by the driver's feet there was a big area of polished metal below the pedals. It would be a fun detail to add in future builds!

The way you paint Olive Drab is so realistic looking. I especially like the way you paint the fuel drums. Another fantastic build.

Great build with good weathering techniques!

I have only built a set of Miniart figures, but I found that painting and detailing them was quite pleasant, so I'd definitely recommend them as a cheaper alternative for resin figures

yesssss good things come to those who wait, and those good things are Uncle Night Shift videos!!

The truck looks fantastic, Martin and I'm really looking forward to the diorama as well. I remember that Ball Tank!

I bought this model, I tend to ca glue my fingers instead of the photo etch. I believe this kit will live in my stash for many years.

As someone who exclusively builds gunpla and zoids kits i gotta say your videos make me want to try these techniques on those models and make them more rustic and less anime. Love all your work

@Celebmacil

9 ай бұрын

Man, I miss Zoids kits. x.x

The last couple steps really made all the other methods come together well.

amazing looking model and painting and weathering...

I did two of the Miniart GAZ series of trucks and found the construction very challenging. The hard part was getting the frame square so that the engine fit correctly and it all lined up with the cab. The reason I did the second one was because I wasn’t fully satisfied with how the first one came out. Even the second time I had a few small problems. The good news is that the only person that will ever notice the problems is me. The models are beautiful. If I could give Miniart direct feedback I would tell them to make locator tabs more substantial. That would make building these kits much more straightforward.

As primarily an aircraft modeller, what you achieve with paint effects alone is so far over my head I don't even know where to begin!

Very impressed with the seat sculpting!

Amazing work as always, your process is really easy to follow and helping my skills grow to!

Love your vids! I am new to the modeling scene and I am amazed by your talent. Keep up the good work

Your work with the putty on the seat was brilliant. You have to be happy with the finished product--it looks exactly like worn leather.

Always very inspiring building/painting. @Night Shift, Thank you for sharing your excellent work ! Greeting from FRANCE🇫🇷

Beautiful work as usual sir! I tend to use a metallic shiny paint to add some scratch marks and scrapes on vehicles, for example the back of a truck toward the loading end might have some old rusty or even fresh scrape marks from moving something heavy! I guess we always have to keep in mind the scale of the detail then the story and history of that detail, as you'll well know :) Can't wait to see the full diorama! Woohoo for miniatures, thanks for the great demos!

Love your painting, patina and attention to detail keep up the great content!!!!!

Stunning work again, but I see the modern obsession with over rusting continues unabated😂

@JPKelly-xr7tr

9 ай бұрын

Agreed.

Personally, I love support vehicles, artillery, armoured cars..that just me, love your work.

Fantastic work. Really enjoy watching your vids. You give so much detail with an easy friendly approach. Each vid is a joy. All the best from The UK.

Great work, as always. This has inspired me to do a truck loaded with supplies. During WWII, my grandfather was a cook in the 273rd Infantry Regiment and told me once that he traded a truck load of rice he received with a Japanese unit down the line for a truck load of sugar they received. After his unit crossed the Rhine, they were somewhere in Germany and there was a strawberry patch where they were. He told his commanding officer that he made sure the strawberries got ripe, he would make strawberry pies with the sugar and strawberries. He said that barbed wire was strung and a guard posted on the strawberries. He may have embellished a little, but I like to envision a repurposed Achtung Minen sign crossed out Strawberries written under Minen.

@daniellejones5981

9 ай бұрын

That Japanese unit had to be the 100th Inf Regt 'Neisai' (SIC?)!

That interior looks like many of the deuce and halfs I drove in the military.

Dude, impressive work! I love the way you work around the textures and shades, telling the story of the model by the level of usage or damage. I'm an animator (2D/3D artist) and recently got a commission on making a set of vehicles from Angola's Bush Wars / Operacion Carlota. I discovered your channel while looking for tutorials, and I'm amazed. Hope to be 1/10 as good as you are in a future.

Meng also has bending fixtures. They also have tools with and without clamps if you want to use PE.

Hi Martin An excellent piece of work mate! I always love your weathering techniques. I really like how Miniart have included the jig for the rear bumpers, a real headache without one. Thanks for sharing your fantastic build video ❤😊

I kind of enjoy the variety of non-armor soft skins. Jeeps, trucks, etc. They help give that sense of scale. Not just size but weight.

I'm happy to see you built this kit as I have one in my stash and was wondering how to finish it. The Miniart kit has a ton of very very small parts and I found you have to really study the instructions on parts placement ! As always your end result is impressive and now at least I can tackle the truck and the simple weathering techniques you give !

Great video! Love the paint indicators. Added them to my list 😊

Hb pencil over highly touched metal services is a good touch

Amazing work! I just found you and subd. Your weathering is simply amazing. Well done!

Another great piece of art from one of the true masters of this hobby, very well done Night Shift, best regards from Australia 👌👍👌👍👌👍

I love AK products. I ordered a few of their modeling techniques books and they are fantastic for beginners

Nice work. Great work. I'm a Miniart fan and think they are top shelf kits. Looking forward to the diorama.

beautiful work!! i build mostly model cars and occasional armor and aircraft and sci-fi. I love your tutorials and how I may apply techniques to what ever i'm building.

Marťas tvuj kanal jsem zacal sledovat nekdy v době, kdy zacla vycházet série o Char B1, coz uz je hezkých pár let zpátky, jeste predtim jsem cetl tvoje články v Modeláři a musím říct, že i po těch letech mě stále baví vic a víc. Diky tobe jsem se naučil hezkých par věcí a určitě se posunul v modelařině o kus dopředu, takze dík za to ✌️ taky jsem rád, že jsi zvolil nový formát, raději si na video počkám o meco déle, ale dostanu za to pak luxusní video u kterého vím, že tě to bavilo a nesdíráš sám sebe z kůže, jen aby byla komunita spokojená. 🤘 modelaření i bajku zdar

Wow what a great job on the seat!!!!

Just a suggestion: how about a tank/ armored car disabled or stuck and the crew crawling out, with the opposing force(allied/axis) vehicle/troops pulled up and taking them prisoner? The disabled vehicle could have a track recently blown off, or off the road in a ditch, hung up on a stump, etc. I’m no where nearly as skilled as you are to even attempt such a build, but I love your work and the way you document them on your channel. As long as it wouldn’t bee to taxing, and in between your astronomical photography, of course. Thank you for all the entertainment, from an over the hill model builder. T.

Beautiful work!! 👍👍

The tires looks so real. Amazing.

Impossible though it sounds with your previous amazing work, I really feel that you achieved a whole new level with the painting here.

Terrific modelling! Can I challenge you for one more detail? Windscreen wiper swipe marks on the windscreen. Best regards R

Looking forward for that diorama, because this start is great !

Stunning! Appreciate the longer video 👍

Incredible attention to details, love the shadows on the sacks!😍😍👍👍

I'm going to be watching this vid 30 times over as I build my truck kit :)

Another spectacular build from a phenomenal builder. Keep up the exceptional work !

Amazing job , can’t wait to to the diorama .