Mard Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 Much like the topic suggests I'm after some ways to mount my Seraphim. I'm not a fan really of the small bits of metal that connect the feet to the bases and was wondering how my fellow sister's players mount their Seraphim upon the 25mm bases Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324001-mounting-seraphim/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavianCool Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 You could buy some hexagonal flying bases from any website and if you wanted to base them you could simply spray then decorate the clear plastic ... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324001-mounting-seraphim/#findComment-4445025 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dracpanzer Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I have seen the flying stand pegs mounted to regular bases with mixed results. A couple of times i have seen jet pack trails made of green stuff instead. Not for me really. I prefer to keep them on their original little pegs, but if i ever give up on repairing them. I think i would just mount them directly to the base, maybe moving leg positions just a bit to somewhat mirror assault marines. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324001-mounting-seraphim/#findComment-4445243 Share on other sites More sharing options...
graysparrow Posted July 19, 2016 Share Posted July 19, 2016 I think i would just mount them directly to the base, maybe moving leg positions just a bit to somewhat mirror assault marines. That's what I plan to do with mine. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324001-mounting-seraphim/#findComment-4445878 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Servant of Dante Posted July 19, 2016 Share Posted July 19, 2016 I think i would just mount them directly to the base, maybe moving leg positions just a bit to somewhat mirror assault marines. That's what I plan to do with mine. I haven't had a problem (yet) with mine, except for the PS/PP Superior with only one metal support. I had to use solder, then super glue to reattach her. It looks ok. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324001-mounting-seraphim/#findComment-4445884 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naminé Posted July 19, 2016 Share Posted July 19, 2016 I've been using piano wire as it is very, very strong despite its thin size. The only drawback is that you will need special wirecutters to use it. Otherwise I can't recommend it enough. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324001-mounting-seraphim/#findComment-4445910 Share on other sites More sharing options...
grendal1989 Posted July 19, 2016 Share Posted July 19, 2016 My seraphim were drilled out on the bottom and put on little flight stands. If I remember I'll get a pic tonight. but TBH, I think the piano wire is the way to go with the versatility of pose. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324001-mounting-seraphim/#findComment-4446145 Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Furyou Miko Posted July 19, 2016 Share Posted July 19, 2016 Florists' wire is a less specialised alternative to piano wire - it's a bit thicker and needs washing, but you can cut it with regular wire cutters (or any pair of clippers that works on sisters models) and it retains good flexibility. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324001-mounting-seraphim/#findComment-4446367 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major_Gilbear Posted July 19, 2016 Share Posted July 19, 2016 I would do some sculpted bases and then pin (use a big pin, 1/2" into the model, and 1/2" into the base) them on so that they look like they are just leaping or landing. Here's an example (not my work!) that I found via an image search: http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y271/Scubasteve0209/05%20Seraphim1.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324001-mounting-seraphim/#findComment-4446395 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Interrogator-Chaplain Ezra Posted July 20, 2016 Share Posted July 20, 2016 First off, phrasing. Secondly, I've seen some nice work done with flying bases. I'll probably switch to those myself when I get around to fixing up my SoB army. Maybe flying stands on standard bases. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324001-mounting-seraphim/#findComment-4446722 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackarmor_redtruth Posted July 21, 2016 Share Posted July 21, 2016 +1 phrasing... I use some sturdy paper-clips for a few with the standard foot-posts clipped. Works out nice as you can bend them for some nice poses, and hides well in the back. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324001-mounting-seraphim/#findComment-4447541 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grgobart Posted July 21, 2016 Share Posted July 21, 2016 I'm surpised the lazy solution didn't come up yet! In order to spare myself the trouble of having to deal with those extra bits of metal between base and the models' feet through painting means, I simply shoved the model further into the base's slit until the feet hit the base and cut of the excess from under the base. Glued like that the models sticked firm enough to their bases, but just to be sure and also wanting to fill the empty bits of base slit, I glued in some fitting pieces of plastic as well. Worked well for all models except the aformentioned Seraphim Superior, where I too, drilled into her boot and used a bit of wire from a paperclip. And I just noticed I don't have no pictures of my Seraphim either! Well, this may not be an example for what I was talking about, but rather about bending Seraphim feet into a standing position. The Superior here (middle front row) was converted from a Seraphim model. One that needed a bit of rock under her boot in order to stand straight. Both aren't the fanciest of options but certainly among the easiest. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324001-mounting-seraphim/#findComment-4447967 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Servant of Dante Posted July 21, 2016 Share Posted July 21, 2016 I love the way those models look! The gold trim is marvelous. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324001-mounting-seraphim/#findComment-4448190 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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