MAN MAN
Level 3: Assault Frigate
Posts: 55
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Post by MAN MAN on Mar 1, 2007 18:07:21 GMT -5
where did Ent-E go?  |
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Post by yessmasster on Mar 2, 2007 16:55:32 GMT -5
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Post by indy500lee on Mar 6, 2008 13:44:12 GMT -5
Hi I am new here, and new to paper modelling!! I was wondering what is the best paper to get to make paper models and what tools should I get!! Sorry if this has been asked before!!! Lee  |
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Auris
Level 5: Destroyer
Posts: 406
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Post by Auris on Mar 6, 2008 14:13:13 GMT -5
hi, and welcome to the forum. best use is 160 or 180 gr cardboard. check some pic A.I.´s in "showcase" from me and other builders to get a "feeling" how to glue and fold and for "tips and tricks".
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Post by GreatDane on Mar 6, 2008 20:28:08 GMT -5
:DHi there, indy500lee!  First of all: Welcome to this forum! As for the best paper for paper models; there is really no 'golden rule' here; It is all a matter of personal prefference! Heavier paper builds sturdier models, but has it's drawbacks on smaller, and difficult models. I would prefer 120-160 grams paper for large models, but prefer to use 80 grams for (smaller) models. E.g.: My first paper model - an Atlas-Gemini rocket- was printed on normal (80gr.) printer paper, wich worked well. My first HW paper model -the Taiidan Destroyer- was color printed on 120gr. A4 paper (=15cm in size), and caused me some troubles during building, due to paper thickness! I (me, that is) normally use 80gr. paper, wich I find easier to handle/cut/fold, and it's cheap & available anywhere. If one would use light paper on larger (>20cm) models, you could reinforce it from inside with (heavy) card stock. Like this:    -Printed on 80gr. & reinforced with heavy card stock (I sometimes scavenge cerial boxes for this use; cheap!)-I'd suggest to experiment with different paper thicknesses on your models if you can; your own experience and prefferences are your best guide!  Gee... Thinkin'of it, I build my first paper model about a year ago!  |
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Post by indy500lee on Mar 7, 2008 12:58:20 GMT -5
Thank guys, I picked up some 110 weight paper, I am going to start off with some easy stuff first, the Hako figures and then move my way up, I also picked up a cutting board, scissors, knife, and Sharpie fine tip pens. Are there any printers out there, that you guys can suggest, that can print out larger ships?? Thank you!! Lee |
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