Varulv Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 I'm actually a little jealous. Some fine work you done there. What are the materials you work with? Green Stuff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machinator Posted October 29, 2011 Author Share Posted October 29, 2011 Machinator, How are the jetbikes coming along? Haven't seen any updates in a while. Looking foeward to see how they are looking. I should have some updates in the next week or two. I have another commission I need to get out of the way first then I'll be back to the bikes. I'm actually a little jealous. Some fine work you done there. What are the materials you work with? Green Stuff? Thanks :P This project is mostly just plasticard and green stuff with a few lathe turned pieces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brother varen Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 Machinator, How goes the evil genius, lol. Has the jetbikes progressed any? I know you are busy on a commission. What are your latest works that you have finished? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machinator Posted November 23, 2011 Author Share Posted November 23, 2011 Updates! Well it's been another busy two days but the masters are finally done! So without further ado let me present to you the components for the Talon and Mako Assault Speeders: The front ends: http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/Assault%20Speeders/IMG_1987.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/Assault%20Speeders/IMG_2000.jpg The main section: http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/Assault%20Speeders/IMG_1989.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/Assault%20Speeders/IMG_1990.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/Assault%20Speeders/IMG_1991.jpg The jet engines: http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/Assault%20Speeders/IMG_1992.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/Assault%20Speeders/IMG_1993.jpg The handle bars: http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/Assault%20Speeders/IMG_1994.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/Assault%20Speeders/IMG_1995.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/Assault%20Speeders/IMG_1996.jpg And finally the whole assembly: http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/Assault%20Speeders/IMG_1997.jpg Next up I have to make the first set of molds so that I can make enough copies for the production molds. With any luck these will be in my store in early December. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olis Posted November 23, 2011 Share Posted November 23, 2011 Jet bikes!? Cooool... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Volfen Posted November 23, 2011 Share Posted November 23, 2011 Magnificent Plasticard artistry!! Will you be posting a painted version of each? These would be sweet Christmas presents for those SM players who have everything :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subtle Discord Posted November 23, 2011 Share Posted November 23, 2011 Me likey scratch build! Stellar work. Thank you for giving me some ideas for the feel that I want from my future air support. I'm planning an F-22 inspired Chaos jet, and these give me an idea now to make one that 'looks 40K'. Can't wait to see how this develops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ahrimanjjb Posted November 23, 2011 Share Posted November 23, 2011 By the far the best jetbike conversions I've seen, and a great deal more complicated by the looks of it, but the effort is clearly worth it for the results. Can't wait to see them painted if you're planning on going that far with these. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machinator Posted November 23, 2011 Author Share Posted November 23, 2011 Thanks guys. I hope to have two squads painted up for the launch. The first a five man squad of classic DA Ravenwing marines on the Talon Assault Speeders and a squad of Khorne Berserkers on the Makos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machinator Posted November 26, 2011 Author Share Posted November 26, 2011 The first set of prototype molds is complete but they is still some tweaking and clean-up to do before I make the production molds. However, here is a fully assembled one to give you an idea how they look: The Talon Assault Speeder: http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_2003.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_2001.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_2004.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_2008.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_2005.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_2006-1.jpg And the Mako Assault Speeder: http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_2010.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_2009.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_2012.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_2013.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_2015.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_2014-1.jpg So what do you guys think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafen_2 Posted November 26, 2011 Share Posted November 26, 2011 That sir, is pure awesomeness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Studio Silvernale Posted November 26, 2011 Share Posted November 26, 2011 Beautiful! The first one looks like a combat model while the second looks more like a recon model. I soooooo want them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abraxus Posted November 26, 2011 Share Posted November 26, 2011 Hmmm.... I am seeing huge possibilities as they are, plus Truescale possibilites as converting to truescale bikers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myxx Posted November 26, 2011 Share Posted November 26, 2011 at the onset of this thread, I was slightly underwhelmed. Now, I whole hearted admit that these are AWESOME! My apologies for doubting the awesome-ness of your jet bikes... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machinator Posted November 27, 2011 Author Share Posted November 27, 2011 Beautiful! The first one looks like a combat model while the second looks more like a recon model. I soooooo want them. Nah, the combat version is still to come. Think two man version ;) at the onset of this thread, I was slightly underwhelmed. Now, I whole hearted admit that these are AWESOME! My apologies for doubting the awesome-ness of your jet bikes... Thanks, and no worries. I doubt myself all the time, especially my sanity :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kierdale Posted November 27, 2011 Share Posted November 27, 2011 Wow! I checked this thread when you started it and wondered how the bikes would turn out... I didn't expect them to look that good. Kudos, Machinator, that's great work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryJohnny Posted November 27, 2011 Share Posted November 27, 2011 Very nice. I really like the look of your Mako Assault Speeder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subtle Discord Posted November 27, 2011 Share Posted November 27, 2011 I doubt myself all the time, especially my sanity ;) I know that feeling only too well. Half your brain is saying "Are you mad, does it need to be that complex?!" and the other half is wondering if all the putty work is clean. It's really nice when you can prime or cast it, and see that it all worked out. Very nice work. I can't wait to see the 'combat' version. Will it be a 'side-car' style, or 'in-line' setup for the gunner? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machinator Posted November 27, 2011 Author Share Posted November 27, 2011 I doubt myself all the time, especially my sanity ;) I know that feeling only too well. Half your brain is saying "Are you mad, does it need to be that complex?!" and the other half is wondering if all the putty work is clean. It's really nice when you can prime or cast it, and see that it all worked out. Very nice work. I can't wait to see the 'combat' version. Will it be a 'side-car' style, or 'in-line' setup for the gunner? The riders of the combat speeder (?) will be in-line. There will be an armored area behind the pilot for a figure to stand kind of like a chariot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pall Ironbear Posted November 27, 2011 Share Posted November 27, 2011 Excellent work. No wonder your Fellblades are postponed for the moment, you've been coming up with yet another brilliant sculpt! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honda Posted November 27, 2011 Share Posted November 27, 2011 Love those bikes...they look so...Custodes like...<looks at his current project> I see where you are going to offer these on your site and all I can say is I hope you have plenty in stock when they go on sale. I think you've filled a long standing need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olgerth Istaarn Posted November 28, 2011 Share Posted November 28, 2011 Yes, these look like something I'd very much grab ASAP when they become available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OptiMAT Posted November 28, 2011 Share Posted November 28, 2011 Considering I was quick to add criticism (although hopefully it was taken constructively) I feel obliged to come out and say... That. Looks. Amazing. Really good work there with the plasticard, I was impressed to see it like that, let alone after turning those into a proper resin model is really good. Mako version looks a bit classic Battlestar Galactica. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snejk Posted November 28, 2011 Share Posted November 28, 2011 Amazing! Truly amazing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machinator Posted November 29, 2011 Author Share Posted November 29, 2011 Considering I was quick to add criticism (although hopefully it was taken constructively) I feel obliged to come out and say... That. Looks. Amazing. Really good work there with the plasticard, I was impressed to see it like that, let alone after turning those into a proper resin model is really good. Mako version looks a bit classic Battlestar Galactica. No worries OptiMAT, all is good and thanks for the comments. It's funny you mention BSG, I actually did use some pics of the new Battlestar Pegasus as inspiration for the Mako ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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