20230320 The Revell Razor Crest pt.02

20230320 The Revell Razor Crest pt.02

This second runner, to me, is the most important part of the whole model. It has most of the parts to start off on the Razor Crest’s Cargo Bay. After examining the walls of the cargo bay, I would foresee some challenges ahead which would test anyone’s modeling skills. I am talking about plastic surgery. […]

20230319 The Revell Razor Crest pt.01

20230319 The Revell Razor Crest pt.01

And so, finally, I was able to get a copy of the elusive model after more than two years. And yes, I got it from eBay which was surprisingly, much cheaper than before. When the model first came out, I was very interested and was prepared to use my sub-standard modeling skills to carve out […]

Close-up soldering by The Object

Close-up soldering by The Object

Rosin flux is very critical when it comes to soldering. Although I am using rosin core solder, I would still apply more flux on the joints where surface mount components are concerned. Not only do they clean the contacts but it would also make sure the solder easily flows to the appropriate places. https://www.instagram.com/reel/CpZlfWwDSGu/

20230308 Razor Crest Lighting: Landing Gears and Ramp

20230308 Razor Crest Lighting: Landing Gears and Ramp

In this section of the lighting, the lights for the Landing Gears and Ramps are, to me, just lights. They do not necessarily have to come on. The need to be individually switched on just like the external wall lights as discussed earlier. Still, having them, especially in a diorama, would make it look cool. […]

20230307 Razor Crest Lighting: Side Wall Lighting

20230307 Razor Crest Lighting: Side Wall Lighting

The only time the Razor Crest has side lights was in Episode 4: The Sanctuary. You can see the lights there. However, I have to approach this with an open mind, with the assumption that there are OTHER lights besides the ones we saw. Din Djarin most probably switched on the ones he needed at […]