Rebuilt AA/DST TOS communicator

[NakedMoleRat]

I used turned aluminum Beta moire bezel and moire pattern as well as aluminum turned T-Jet hubs.

I'm especially proud of the paint job. I used a flat black to simulate old Kydex. I put three coats on, letting them dry a few minuted between coats. Then I came back with a satin clear to protect it, then immediately stood back four feet and made a cloud over spray of the flat black again to dull it. What I got is a flat coating with a clear coat protection that is dry to the touch. New rhinestones as well as bezels too.
Sanded off the plastic and made a aluminum mid plate, and laminated the control panel with a brushed aluminum applique.

Unfortunately I got hit with some bills, so she has to go off to auction. I just wanted to share her with you first.

 

[Capt MarVell]

She's a beauty, that's for sure. You did a great job on the paint, and everything else for that matter. Sorry to hear you have to part with her - but I feel your pain. Hope she does well for you.

Jim

 

[Funky]

Bro, that sucks.
That you have to get rid of it, not the work you've done to it! thumbsup:thumbsup

 

[NakedMoleRat]

Bro, that sucks.
That you have to get rid of it, not the work you've done to it! thumbsup:thumbsup

Thanks, Funky... Looks a lot better than the one you got for $10.00....

you could always add it to your "NakedMoleRat" collection...:lol

 

[jhusel]

VERY nice job on that rebuild!

jhusel