| | Original "FAQ 2" (AK038) | "F.A.Q. 2 Aircraft Scale Modeling" (AK644) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Focus | Military vehicles (AFVs) | Aircraft | | Format | Physical Softcover Book | Physical Softcover Book | | Page Count | 320 pages | 568 pages | | Edition | Limited print run (3rd/5th editions known) | Regularly available | | Availability | Out of print / Rare | In production | | Authenticity | Key is to verify physical copy details (isbn, page count) | Widely available from retailers | | Digital Version | None officially | None officially |
A tablet or smartphone takes up far less room next to an airbrush station than a 300+ page book.
The most significant difference in FAQ 2 is the philosophy. The first book taught you how to apply mud and rust. The second book teaches you when and how much to apply. It moves away from the "atmospheric" style (where everything looks uniformly dirty) and focuses on volume, light placement, and color modulation. It teaches you how to replicate the specific look of a vehicle in a specific environment, rather than just a generic "weathered tank."
This has led to some confusion in the market. When people search for the "AK Interactive FAQ 2 PDF exclusive," they are often referring to the original, now out-of-print that was available for a limited time. Over the years, AK Interactive has released several versions: ak interactive faq 2 pdf exclusive
Using a loaded brush and an airbrush airflow to realistically flick mud onto lower hulls and fenders. Why Modelers Seek an "Exclusive" PDF Version
To create realistic wear, FAQ 2 emphasizes a two-step "multilayer" chipping technique rather than random metallic spots.
Vehicles look different depending on their theater of operations. The guide dedicates exclusive sections to specialized environments: Creating temporary, peeling whitewashes. | | Original "FAQ 2" (AK038) | "F
For years, the original FAQ by Mig Jimenez was the defining book for weathering techniques. It taught a generation of modelers how to use washes, pigments, and filters. However, as the hobby evolved, some of those techniques began to look a bit heavy-handed by modern standards.
AK Interactive has leveraged the PDF format to introduce features that paper simply cannot replicate. We are particularly fond of the functionality included in the exclusive file:
┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ │ AK INTERACTIVE F.A.Q. LINEUP │ ├───────────────────┬───────────────────┬────────────────┤ │ VOLUME │ PRIMARY FOCUS │ KEY MASTERS │ ├───────────────────┼───────────────────┼────────────────┤ │ F.A.Q. 2 (AFV) │ Military Vehicles │ Mig Jimenez │ │ F.A.Q. 2 Aircraft │ WWI to Modern Jets│ D. Zamarbide │ │ F.A.Q. 2 Fantasy │ Miniatures & OSL │ Arnau Lázaro │ └───────────────────┴───────────────────┴────────────────┘ Deep Dive into the Main F.A.Q. 2 Volumes 1. F.A.Q. 2: Military Vehicles (AFV Painting & Weathering) The first book taught you how to apply mud and rust
It often shows the "right vs. wrong" way to apply a product, which is invaluable for beginners. 3. Material and Tool Mastery
Micro-painting techniques using fine-pore sponges to create multi-layered chips (surface scratches showing primer vs. deep scratches showing bare, oxidized metal). Volume 3: Washes, Filters, and Oils