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Title: Tonkin commission - Completed photos - Page 6
Post by: OSHIROmodels on May 08, 2018, 04:15:40 PM: Got an extensive commission under way for the Tonkin campaign that will hopefully include several ships and some more normal terrain. First off is the Vipre (or a representation of it). It's not a 100% accurate model of the Vipre but close enough to represent it or something similar of the period.

The hull was filament printed and the sides will be clad with styrene which will also carry on for the sides. The 9" Dhalgrens will be remounted on suitable mounts so they can traverse 360 degrees. There will be removable masts with limited rigging to allow for play-ability and plenty of deck clutter such as gratings etc but not so much that it gets in the way of figures.

Still lots of details to do but here is the hull with decking applied (still needs weathering) and the start of the wheel house. A flying bridge and upper wheel house was requested although it's not on the Vipre. The wheel house will be sanded down a bit as it's been decided it's too tall as it is. The figures are from my Boxer Rebellion range and are mounted on 20mm bases.

The whole ship is 700mm in length from the tip of the stern to the front of the ram, anything smaller wouldn't really work.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/32/2619-080518115853-327752281.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/32/2619-080518115855-327802083.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/32/2619-080518115857-327811665.jpeg)

cheers

James
Title: Re: Tonkin
Post by: ARKOUDAKI on May 08, 2018, 04:58:26 PM: An interesting project to be sure. What are you using for those deck guns?
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Post by: OSHIROmodels on May 08, 2018, 05:50:41 PM: Thanks. They are from HLBSC (Honourable Lead Boiler Suit Company) and are very nice.
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Post by: Elk101 on May 08, 2018, 06:02:03 PM: That's a monster, but you're right, anything smaller wouldn't have the same impact or be as usable from a gaming perspective.
Title: Re: Tonkin
Post by: Shipka on May 08, 2018, 09:06:27 PM: Superb model, can't wait to see the rest of the commission
Title: Re: Tonkin
Post by: Juxt on May 10, 2018, 07:37:22 AM: Fantastic start Jim as always! Is the deck going to be a playable skirmish board in itself or is it more like a huge piece of eye-candy terrain?
Title: Re: Tonkin
Post by: OSHIROmodels on May 10, 2018, 07:45:20 AM: Quote from: Juxt on May 10, 2018, 07:37:22 AM
Fantastic start Jim as always! Is the deck going to be a playable skirmish board in itself or is it more like a huge piece of eye-candy terrain?

Thanks :)

It's a playable piece and as far as I know the table it will be used on is quite a big one. I've potentially got a few others to do so I don't think they'll just be static.
Title: Re: Tonkin
Post by: Hammers on May 10, 2018, 08:43:45 AM: Man, you are really cranking out wondeful models at a new level since you went solo!
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Post by: Silent Invader on May 10, 2018, 09:54:03 AM: It is epic :o 8)
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Post by: Dr DeAth on May 10, 2018, 10:59:54 AM: Taking shape nicely now all the sections are put together
Title: Re: Tonkin
Post by: OSHIROmodels on May 10, 2018, 11:01:11 AM: Thanks all :)

Will sort out the wheelhouse and some deck details today.
Title: Re: Tonkin
Post by: OSHIROmodels on May 12, 2018, 11:10:44 AM: Deck details have begun. The main ones will be done first and then secondary ones afterwards if it looks like they will be needed.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/32/2619-120518105839.jpeg)
Title: Re: Tonkin - Deck details begun
Post by: rokurota on May 12, 2018, 11:17:40 AM: Superb!
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Post by: tomrommel1 on May 12, 2018, 05:35:00 PM: very good start
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Post by: duhamel on May 12, 2018, 06:50:58 PM: good work 8). who is the sailor ??? a red pompom and it's french sailors :)
Title: Re: Tonkin - Deck details begun
Post by: OSHIROmodels on May 12, 2018, 07:05:16 PM: Thanks gents :)

Quote from: duhamel on May 12, 2018, 06:50:58 PM
who is the sailor ??? a red pompom and it's french sailors :)

He's from my Boxer Rebellion range and is a stand in for the French ;)

https://www.oshiromodelterrain.co.uk/boxerfigures.html (https://www.oshiromodelterrain.co.uk/boxerfigures.html)
Title: Re: Tonkin - Deck details begun
Post by: duhamel on May 12, 2018, 07:32:20 PM: ok thank you I did not see them ashamed me :D
Title: Re: Tonkin - Deck details begun
Post by: OSHIROmodels on May 12, 2018, 08:21:14 PM: Want some? ;)
Title: Re: Tonkin - Deck details begun
Post by: OSHIROmodels on May 13, 2018, 09:05:19 AM: Got the deck guns and mountings sorted. Decided to keep the Marsilly carriage and alter them a bit. The trunion brackets have been left off so the guns can be painted separately. I’ll finish a few more deck details then look at the sides of the hull.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/33/2619-120518235755-330391267.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/33/2619-120518235759-33049930.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/33/2619-120518235801-330501295.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/33/2619-120518235802-33051969.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/33/2619-120518235803-330521534.jpeg)
Title: Re: Tonkin - Deck guns page 2
Post by: Silent Invader on May 13, 2018, 09:15:46 AM: Very neat mods 8)
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Post by: duhamel on May 13, 2018, 09:25:30 AM: splendid :-* I love your work always very neat
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Post by: OSHIROmodels on May 13, 2018, 11:57:48 AM: Thanks chaps :)
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Post by: Elk101 on May 13, 2018, 12:23:47 PM: Very nice attention to detail.
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Post by: Shipka on May 13, 2018, 03:51:24 PM: Really good
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Post by: juergen c. olk on July 19, 2018, 11:12:09 PM: ..Nailed it...
Title: Re: Tonkin - Deck guns page 2
Post by: OSHIROmodels on August 08, 2018, 07:59:11 PM: Thanks :)

So, after two failed attempts at getting the hull sides right it's third time lucky. With any luck it'll be getting it's first coats of paint next week.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/34/2619-080818195559-34779226.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/34/2619-080818195601-34780651.jpeg)

Still a couple of little things to tidy up but I'm happy with the process and will tidy everything once it's all in place.
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull progress - page 2
Post by: Golgotha on August 08, 2018, 11:01:51 PM: Love how neat your work is everything looks very uniform and precise particularly love the stairs any advice on making similar stairs as I have struggled in the past.
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull progress - page 2
Post by: Dr DeAth on August 09, 2018, 12:09:06 AM: Some good progress there - like the details on the locker
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull progress - page 2
Post by: Shipka on August 09, 2018, 08:03:26 AM: Starting to really take shape
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull progress - page 2
Post by: Silent Invader on August 09, 2018, 08:34:14 AM: I’m very impressed with the hull cladding - and am not surprised it took an effort to get so right

What thickness plasticard did you? Did you heat it? What glue? So many questions ..... :)
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull progress - page 2
Post by: OSHIROmodels on August 09, 2018, 08:37:27 AM: Thanks chaps :)

Quote from: Silent Invader on August 09, 2018, 08:34:14 AM
What thickness plasticard did you? Did you heat it? What glue? So many questions ..... :)

Two layers of 0.75mm. No heat applied though I could've used hot water. Normal dichloromethane (plastic weld) as the hull itself is printed in pla filament.
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull progress - page 2
Post by: Silent Invader on August 09, 2018, 08:54:26 AM: Thanks - and interesting. The doubled skin is very effective 8)
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull progress - page 2
Post by: OSHIROmodels on August 09, 2018, 09:15:32 AM: In the long run it's easier but it takes more time.
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull progress - page 2
Post by: Malamute on August 09, 2018, 02:38:09 PM: Its really taking shape nicely now. ;D
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Post by: Elk101 on August 12, 2018, 09:40:49 PM: Some very neat work there. It certainly surpasses anything I could do!
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull progress - page 2
Post by: OSHIROmodels on August 12, 2018, 10:51:53 PM: Thanks :)

The rear is done apart from the strip details (have to wait for material to arrive).

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/34/2619-120818224451-348111931.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/34/2619-120818224448-34808913.jpeg)
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress - page 3
Post by: tomrommel1 on August 13, 2018, 08:56:32 AM: really nice indeed
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress - page 3
Post by: Papierschnitzel on August 17, 2018, 01:57:54 PM: Awesome build! Well done!! The hull looks excellent!!!
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress - page 3
Post by: OSHIROmodels on August 17, 2018, 05:02:15 PM: Thanks chaps :)

Been down with a nasty head cold all week but it’s on it’s way out now so hope to update at the weekend :)
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress - page 3
Post by: archiduque on August 27, 2018, 02:32:39 PM: Excellent!!! ;)
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress - page 3
Post by: miltiades on August 27, 2018, 02:41:29 PM: Quote from: OSHIROmodels on August 17, 2018, 05:02:15 PM
Thanks chaps :)

Been down with a nasty head cold all week but it’s on it’s way out now so hope to update at the weekend :)
best wishes! I am looking forward to seeing more of your awesome construction. So inspiring and so perfectly cut
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress - page 3
Post by: OSHIROmodels on August 27, 2018, 03:24:32 PM: Will have an update later this week. After the head cold I had to work out of town for a bit which has put me back a touch.
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress - page 3
Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 09, 2018, 09:34:39 PM: Well, this update took a bit longer than I thought (head cold, wife in hospital for a bit then wife dropping hoover on the prow making me start it again lol )

So, the prow is now done, just needs a bit of a clean up (the orange is primer filler) then I can finish off the hull details and paint it. Hooray!

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/35/2619-090918143401-351841040.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/35/2619-090918143403-3518532.jpeg)
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress - page 3
Post by: Shipka on September 09, 2018, 09:37:18 PM: Looking stunning
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress. Prow just about done - page 3
Post by: AKULA on September 09, 2018, 10:17:46 PM: An excellent looking build

8)
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress. Prow just about done - page 3
Post by: Helen on September 10, 2018, 12:45:24 AM: Lovely work once again.

Sorry to read about your wife in hospital. I hope all is well now!

Best regards,

Helen
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress. Prow just about done - page 3
Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 10, 2018, 07:55:26 AM: Thanks chaps and Helen :)

Yeah, she’s fine now (gallstone) but has a drastic dietary change and isn’t too happy lol
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress. Prow just about done - page 3
Post by: Helen on September 10, 2018, 08:05:14 AM: Quote from: OSHIROmodels on September 10, 2018, 07:55:26 AM
Thanks chaps and Helen :)

Yeah, she’s fine now (gallstone) but has a drastic dietary change and isn’t too happy lol

Oh dear, best wishes on her recovery.
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress. Prow just about done - page 3
Post by: Silent Invader on September 10, 2018, 08:46:51 AM: That prow is sharp! 8)
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress. Prow just about done - page 3
Post by: Elk101 on September 11, 2018, 08:34:29 PM: Looking good though, very nice lines, particularly given the hoover incident.
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress. Prow just about done - page 3
Post by: olyreed on September 11, 2018, 09:11:47 PM: Looking amazing as always, sending best wishes to the wife
Title: Re: Tonkin - More hull progress. Prow just about done - page 3
Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 17, 2018, 01:25:58 PM: Thanks chaps and Helen :)

Hull is done apart from a few little details such as the anchor etc but it needed a light coat of primer on it to see if there was anymore touching up to do. Masts have been started as well. There is a fighting top in these pictures but it won't be on the final model (clients choice). The deck still needs a touch of paint and the guns needs finishing off as well (they only have their base coats on). Then the hull will be going a very, very dark grey and the interior hull will be white. These a good opportunity for some lovely weathering and I'm looking forward to doing it.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/35/2619-170918130428-35346678.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/35/2619-170918130427-35345227.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/35/2619-170918130425-353442069.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/35/2619-170918130424-35338579.jpeg)
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull update - Page 4
Post by: gamer Mac on September 17, 2018, 01:59:25 PM: Cracking work, really like the shape you have achieved.
I can't remember, is this a real ship or from your imagination?
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull update - Page 4
Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 17, 2018, 05:12:22 PM: Cheers Colin :)

It's based on one called the Vipre but has elements from others. The info, although plentiful is a bit sketchy, mainly etchings from the period but large sized images.
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Post by: duhamel on September 17, 2018, 05:31:20 PM: splendid guy :-* :-*
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Post by: Helen on September 17, 2018, 11:10:13 PM: Looking great James.

Best regards,

Helen
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Post by: tomrommel1 on September 18, 2018, 07:23:43 AM: outstanding! Hope your wife is better now
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Post by: Munindk on September 18, 2018, 10:23:49 AM: Amazing ship!

How much are you charging for one of these, just a ballpark figure?
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull update - Page 4
Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 18, 2018, 10:42:26 AM: Thanks chaps and Helen :)

Munindk, I’ve sent you a pm.
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull update - Page 4
Post by: OSHIROmodels on January 03, 2019, 09:01:29 PM: .
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull update - Page 4
Post by: OSHIROmodels on January 03, 2019, 09:03:33 PM: Main hull details are done and the base coats have been applied. Unfortunately the hull details can't be seen because of the mattness of the black but that'll change when the drybrushing starts.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/36/2619-030119215815-369821983.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/36/2619-030119215816-36983717.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/36/2619-030119215817-36984784.jpeg)

Still the finer details to go on but that'll happen after the painting of the hull (inside and out).
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull painting - Page 5
Post by: Duke Donald on January 03, 2019, 09:23:30 PM: This ship is absolutely fantastic! I can't wait to see it finished.
Title: Re: Tonkin - Hull painting - Page 5
Post by: JBaumal on January 04, 2019, 02:23:44 PM: Absolutely incredible! Sterling work sir. What a beautiful model.
She’d be the flagship of anyone’s collection.
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Hull painting - Page 5
Post by: OSHIROmodels on January 13, 2019, 01:53:02 PM: Many thanks chaps :)

The prow is done and the rest should be finished Tues/Weds. Still a couple of weathering bits to do but they need to be done once the whole thing is complete. Deck steps are in the garage after having a final cot of paint on them.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/37/2619-130119144701-37113807.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/37/2619-130119144702-37114444.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/37/2619-130119145137-37115479.jpeg)
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Prow complete - Page 5
Post by: gamer Mac on January 13, 2019, 04:17:33 PM: Very tidy job :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
One question though what did you use to made the rounded edge on the gunwale?
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Prow complete - Page 5
Post by: OSHIROmodels on January 13, 2019, 06:25:29 PM: Cheers Colin :)

It's half round stryene strip bent to the right shape.
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Prow complete - Page 5
Post by: Shipka on January 13, 2019, 06:40:23 PM: Looking great, how much more to do on it
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Prow complete - Page 5
Post by: archiduque on January 14, 2019, 01:53:49 PM: Fantastic work!! ;)
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Prow complete - Page 5
Post by: OSHIROmodels on January 16, 2019, 07:03:28 PM: Thanks :)

95% there now, a few details to go on with some limited rigging and flags.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/37/2619-160119172637-37171614.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/37/2619-160119172638-37172638.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/37/2619-160119172640-37173910.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/37/2619-160119172640-371742122.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/37/2619-160119172641-371751796.jpeg)

A large gatehouse and some walls next for the project/commission :)
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Pretty much done! - Page 5
Post by: duhamel on January 16, 2019, 07:08:52 PM: great model guy

il était un petit navire :D
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Pretty much done! - Page 5
Post by: Elk101 on January 16, 2019, 07:19:20 PM: Bloody hell, that's a bit impressive!
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Pretty much done! - Page 5
Post by: Andym on January 16, 2019, 08:17:47 PM: Brilliant bud! That last pic especially shows ot off! :-*
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Pretty much done! - Page 5
Post by: Traveler Man on January 16, 2019, 09:41:54 PM: Awesome! :o
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Pretty much done! - Page 5
Post by: joekano on January 16, 2019, 11:38:26 PM: That looks great!
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Pretty much done! - Page 5
Post by: OSHIROmodels on January 16, 2019, 11:50:25 PM: Thanks chaps :)
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Pretty much done! - Page 5
Post by: Dr DeAth on January 17, 2019, 12:18:33 AM: Stonkin' :D

_{See what I did there?}
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Pretty much done! - Page 5
Post by: OSHIROmodels on January 17, 2019, 10:04:54 AM: Thank you kindly chaps :)

Quote from: duhamel on January 16, 2019, 07:08:52 PM
il était un petit navire :D

lol

Quote from: Dr De'Ath on January 17, 2019, 12:18:33 AM
Stonkin' :D

_{See what I did there?}

I did, don't forget to turn the lights off on your way out lol
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Pretty much done! - Page 5
Post by: Malamute on January 17, 2019, 10:13:19 AM: Lovely build from start to finish. :)
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Pretty much done! - Page 5
Post by: OSHIROmodels on January 18, 2019, 10:45:52 PM: Thanks :)
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Pretty much done! - Page 5
Post by: gamer Mac on January 26, 2019, 12:53:28 AM: Great work :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Pretty much done! - Page 5
Post by: Silent Invader on January 26, 2019, 07:41:47 AM: Gosh that a beast with sleek lines :o

Very, very nicely done. 8)
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Pretty much done! - Page 5
Post by: ARKOUDAKI on January 31, 2019, 06:07:55 PM: James, this project was fantastic and inspiring, as your craftsmanship always is!

So how about tackling an old subject and building a Samurai castle....so I can get a step-by-step guide for doing my own!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;) ;D :-*
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Pretty much done! - Page 5
Post by: OSHIROmodels on March 12, 2019, 11:04:58 PM: I forgot to post some finished photos so apologies for the delay :)

Will have another boat or two to do after Salute but not sure which ones yet.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/38/2619-120319112453-38059302.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/38/2619-120319112452-380582338.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/38/2619-120319112451-380571815.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/38/2619-120319112159-380561166.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/38/2619-120319112158-380552136.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/38/2619-120319112157-38054197.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/38/2619-120319112156-380531712.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/38/2619-120319112155-38050664.jpeg)
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Completed photos - Page 6
Post by: Codsticker on March 13, 2019, 03:33:53 AM: Fantastic work. It looks more like a scale display piece than a wart games model.
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Completed photos - Page 6
Post by: gamer Mac on March 13, 2019, 08:35:23 AM: I have run out of good things to say :o
So I will just say :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Completed photos - Page 6
Post by: Shipka on March 13, 2019, 11:08:43 AM: Stunning
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Post by: Silent Invader on March 13, 2019, 11:22:10 AM: Quote from: gamer Mac on March 13, 2019, 08:35:23 AM
I have run out of good things to say :o
So I will just say :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*

And you’ve said it for me :D
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Completed photos - Page 6
Post by: OSHIROmodels on March 13, 2019, 01:13:04 PM: Many thanks chaps :)

Quote from: Codsticker on March 13, 2019, 03:33:53 AM
It looks more like a scale display piece than a wart games model.

I had to strike a balance between the two, hence the simplified rigging etc.
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Completed photos - Page 6
Post by: Dr DeAth on March 13, 2019, 01:52:28 PM: First Rate!
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Post by: Malamute on March 13, 2019, 02:39:36 PM: The flying bridge looks much better with railings now. :-*
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Post by: joekano on March 13, 2019, 03:32:59 PM: That's a beauty!
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Completed photos - Page 6
Post by: Antonio J Carrasco on March 13, 2019, 06:54:56 PM: Wow! Just, wow! :o
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Completed photos - Page 6
Post by: miltiades on March 14, 2019, 08:11:22 AM: Quote from: gamer Mac on March 13, 2019, 08:35:23 AM
I have run out of good things to say :o
So I will just say :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*

... SO DO I... :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o
Title: Re: Tonkin commission - Completed photos - Page 6
Post by: OSHIROmodels on March 15, 2019, 09:27:47 AM: Many thanks for the comments gents, much appreciated :)