Best way of simulating periscope lenses?

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Re: Best way of simulating periscope lenses?

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Believe it or not just cheapie dollar store stuff! :-)
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dgsselkirk wrote:Believe it or not just cheapie dollar store stuff! :-)
Well, that's what we like to hear, in these cash-strapped, pandemic times. :thumbup:
Micro Krystal clear worker fairly well, but it can only be 'stretched' over a small area. Beyond that, the 'meniscus' effect- concave, in this instance- is too pronounced. :problem:
Are you planning to offer these with an accessory kit of some sort?
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This is the effect I got with Micro Krystal Clear, on my Tammy Jagdpanther:
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Nah. not really worth it. It is so easy to do... :-)
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43rdRecceReg wrote:This is the effect I got with Micro Krystal Clear, on my Tammy Jagdpanther:
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That looks good too!
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Many thanks, Dean- that's praise indeed, from one so accomplished :thumbup:
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I ordered some 'Evergreen' styrene tubing recently, and the vendor also included a mix of other Evergreen products. Much to my surprise, these tinted translucent sheets were included. If I'd only known, eh? However, I guess it's handy to know they're available, as another option.
Still, I'm happy with the results I got from Mikro Krystal Clear.
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just thought you would like to see a pic of one of mine mounted...
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:clap: Very, very nice, Dean! That perfectly in-scale waffle pattern is also pretty impressive! Did you use a die-stamp for that?
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Not a frigging chance! LOL! Atak kit. So easy to work with and looks the best.
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