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Have a rocket with a challenging paint pattern? Maybe something like a complex-curvy V-2, the bumpy Saturn V with roll patterns that crisscross dozens of tiny three-dimensional corrugations, or the Mercury-Redstone with its own quirky black-and-white patterns? Completing these rockets might seem like a sadistic myriad of painting nightmares. You're almost ready to throw up your hands and give up on scale models. In this article our author, Josh Frizzell goes over some of the techniques he uses to arrive at clean, sharp-looking finishes despite those complexities. If you’ve longed to build one of those beautiful Saturn series models but were intimidated by the intricate paint jobs involved, this article is for you. | | Read the rest of this week's article, either on a downloadable PDF for printing out, or on our website (great for viewing on your phone)! Previous issues of our newsletter are found at our archive page. |
| Check out the latest products to hit Apogee's shelves! | | | The Enceladus is a high-power capable rocket made from fiberglass tubes. It is a nice model that flies on 38mm diameter motors. Named after the sixth-largest moon of Saturn, the Enceladus is a kit that will surely take your mind to the outer planets. You might even get some inspiration for the decor you paint on the rocket kit from the moon Enceladus. It is mostly covered by fresh, clean ice, making it one of the most reflective bodies of the Solar System. How reflective do you think you can make your Enceladus rocket kit when you paint it? |
| | | The Desdemona is a dual-deployment capable rocket that includes both an e-bay and vinyl decals. The rocket has thin-wall fiberglass tubes and could be used for high power certification. Named after the lead character in Shakespeare's play Othello, Desdemona is a beautiful woman from Venice. This rocket certainly is a beauty, and you'll be proud to show her off. |
| | | The Katana is a high-power capable dual-deployment rocket. The purpose of dual-deployment is to bring the rocket down faster, so it doesn't drift as far. This is a big rocket, with a length of 74.8 inches and a diameter of 4.0 inches, so it will impress you with its size. It is built around a 54mm diameter engine mount, so it can take motors from an "I" to an "L." Is it time for you to step up to something big and colorful? |
| | | The North Coast Rocketry X-Stand holds your rocket in a horizontal position so that you can work on applying those intricate details like small decals or decorative items. It is also great for displaying your completed model in a horizontal orientation. |
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