Modeling 101: Putty Basics

Knowing how to properly apply putty to your model kit is essential for filling any gaps that may have appeared during your build. Learning to do this like a pro will give your model kit an astonishing level of realism. Watch Jack Lynch show you how to do it!

[@barneyhector5663]

What I use to fill in seam lines, tiny imperfections or spots where the styrene didn't fill the mold, I take the remains of the Tamiya liquid cement, the last maybe 15% left in the bottom of the bottle, and I put small pieces of the plastic sprues from the kits into the bottle of cement which turns to liquid plastic and it works beautifully for any modeling needs you have!

[@saminanajaf1717]

THANKS ALOT JACK!

[@lonestarpatriot876]

I use Vallejo putty and Mr. Surfacer 500, 1000, 1200. With each you can spread it on the seam, let it dry, then take a Qtip and dip it in cellulose thinner and spin it while going over the seam and it will remove any excess while leaving the putty in the crease to fill. Super easy.

[@SprueFascinationChannel]

Thank you Jack for sharing! Clean and precise work, like it.

[@seanklingle139]

I have some of the AK modeling putty which I think is similar. This makes it seem so much easier than I was worried about. Thank you!

[@joweemac]

Thanks so much, just what i needed to start my 1/10 scale Rock Crawler Truck body :)

[@MrBMBuilder]

I haven't used the Vallejo putty yet, going to get some to give it a try

[@GeoffreyToday]

how long do we wait for it to dry though? The package on Tamiya putty says 17 hours, which seems kinda unreasonable :p

[@joeym6730]

Great video!

[@midnightmodeling1639]

Thank You for sharing.

[@Drachenhannes]

Thank you for sharing

[@cubegabby4316]

Thank you, it really helped me building my 747 :)

[@matthewwest2588]

What grit sandpaper do you recommend?

[@noisyboy87]

Can this be used for diecast models which have gaps and screw holes which I would like to fill in? thanks

[@sofy_falcon1991]

Thanks for info🌹🌹

[@MrA-gp5gh]

Will tamiya basic putty shrink under primer/paint ?

[@brendabustos8867]

Realy help full

[@MarkMeadows90]

I wonder if a clear or white epoxy would work for an alternative?

[@Gollammeister]

Has anyone tried pva glue with bicarb of soda? As a fine surface seam filler?

[@DSWEIG]

Can this be used for large fillings? Like a cutout in a fender for a spare tire?