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Hi Rod, I wondered where you got to.... 🙂 (I've been looking for "Seguin" updates!!) I think that the "Beastie" will be finished soonish. Well, I cannot take a photo of the magazine "Stack" as I have them filed in 3 "Eastlight" ring binders. (One for the build and two for the Bismarck history and warfare at sea history.) (I can take a photo of the last two issues for you before they get filed though. 🙂) More Bismarck build stuff tomorrow. Cheers and Regards, Harry. -
Thanks Chap, At this stage, I have a love/hate relationship with it.... 🙂 Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Hi All, Very small update: (Mostly gratuitous photos that are hopefully better than my previous attempts.) So, a little closer to construction completion, Hawse Reel installation, Catapult completion, Etc.... Shortly, I'll get various Eyebolts installed prior to rigging and prepare Deck fixings for Anchor Chains. I need to "Prototype" Accommodation Ladders. Anyway, I'll let the photos do the talking.... 🙂 Cheers.... HOF. Photos:
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Thank you, Sir!! A "Low Impact" day today, Aft S/S Skylight/Hawse Reel installation (And I guess I'll try to get some better photos.... 🙂) Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Thank you, Kevin!! Nice rendition of your Bismark!! (I must have a look-see for your build log if there is one....) Yup, you are correct about aspects that could have been improved upon, just one's own criticism I suppose. I'll attempt to get some better photos tomorrow.... 🙂 Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Hi All, It's been a while since I updated this thread.... Anyway, I have been busy and many times "Agonizing" over the build. So, the Superstructures are pretty much complete, Fwd S/S and Bridge Deck on. Installed Funnel, Hangars and Foremast Detail bits, Guns, Etc. installed. Had fun and games with the Aft S/S, (As I did with the Fwd.... 🙂) The major issue I had was how to align Mast with Aft Signal Station, anyway, it's done/installed and everything that needs to be is vertical. Arados are complete, Canopy Frames "Hand" painted by my partners son, a very nice job too!! (Apologies that these photos did not come out well, I'll get more later.) Things construction-wise, Skylights/Depth Charges to be installed around the Aft S/S, Catapult Covering, a couple of small AA Guns, Anchor Fixing Points, Anchor Chains and Air Recognition Decals. (I'm sure there's a few more things than that....🙂) I have also been communicating with Joe, (joe100) who very kindly supplied me with Accommodation Ladder Plans and positions on the Hull. I thought I'd "Prototype" a deployed Accommodation Ladder asd the "Kit" has these stowed on the S/S sides. I thought they made things look a little "Cluttered." Anyway, something to have a go at soonish. And not to forget Rigging.... At least the 12.5 Ton Cranes are done. (Small Blessings.... 🙂) There are errors on my build, things that I am not completely happy with but that's life, maybe the Trumpeter Bismarck will be better.... Anyway, forwards....🙂 Cheers....HOF. Photos:
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Hi Kevin, Very nice!! LED Strip Lighting is definitely the way to go!! 🙂 Are you planning the same for the superstructure? Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Thanks for that Chap!! I have thought that "Tricky" would be something that I'll be looking at, hence my Thread/Posts.... Cheers and Regards, Hasry.
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Thanks Gentlemen!! I do have a couple of very small scraps and a bit of "Pinstripe" Decal. I'll have a play with these first. Much appreciated. Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Thanks Andy, Do I need to sand the wood before initial Gloss? (I am sort of thinking that I do, it seems a little "Rough" in texture.) And yes, this will be my first time using these products. Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Nice!! Looking forward to the next installment.... 🙂 Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Hi All, I thought I'd atart a new topic on Decaling a Wooden Deck.... 🙂 I need to ask as I think I'm only going to get one "Shot" at this.... I have ordered Micro-Sol and Micro-Set and am awaiting delivery. I have also been reviewing tutorials on use of the above. My question, how to prepare the wooden Deck prior to Decals and solutions? Smooth the Deck first with very fine abrasive paper and seal with clear acrylic as per plastic models? (I wish to replicate the "Painted On" look on the Deck with the Decal adhering to the contours of the Planking/etc.) (1/200 Bismarck) Any experience/ideas would be greatly valued. Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Tapering tool/jig and planer.
hof00 replied to Ulises Victoria's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
Hi Chap, Looks good. Please let me know if it works well. (As designed) I bought similar some years ago, unsure of brand, but proved to be too much trouble. (Amati I think. (Consisted of a plastic vise with metal topped jaws.) Cheers and Regards, Harry. -
Decal Solution Questions
hof00 replied to hof00's topic in Painting, finishing and weathering products and techniques
Thank you all very much for the advice!! Very much appreciated. I guess that I now need to "Troll" through the handful of decent modelling retailers here. (I'm not sure I'll have much luck here in New Zealand.... 🙂) Cheers and Regards, Harry. -
Decal Solution Questions
hof00 replied to hof00's topic in Painting, finishing and weathering products and techniques
Hi All, No replies to my topic?? 😶 There must be someone out there that can save me from errors/disaster and educate me a little? Thanks maybe in advance.... 🙂 Cheers and Regards, Harry. -
Hi All, I have a couple of questions regarding Tamiya Mark Fit. I am soon to place the Air Recognition Symbols, ()Swastickers), on the Fore and Aft Deck of the Bismarck but before I do, I want to ensure that I have the correct Tamiya Mark Fit.... Currently, I have in my possession, "Normal" or "Original" Mark Fit. I am concerned that I may seed the "Strong" or "Super Strong" version, a couple of reasons for this thinking is that it would be nice to see the outline of the Deck Planking and the Fore Deck has an additional layer of Decking, on top for the Anchor Chains to run over, so, the Decal needs to conform to this also. I have read also that the "Super Strong" version may damage decals and only for use by experienced modelers?? Any advice would be great, also any "Sage" experience or techniques would be fantastic also. Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Hi Rod, An awesome 1st Planking!! I did wonder when I looked at the lack of Frames....🙂 After three layers it'll be pretty rigid!! (What are the model dimensions?) Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Hi Rod, Nice change of pace for you.... 🙂 I'll follow along. Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Hi All, Update: Affixed FWD S/S (Bridge Deck not yet permanently attached.) Bridge Wings installed Midship Redoubt Ventilators installed Barbette Cesar complete and installed (Aft S/S not yet attached So, Fun and games.... The build continues and the Sub-Assembly boxes are beginning to look "Depleted)." The detail stuff for Barbette Cesar proved to be a real mission, the Barbette did not want to fit, made worse with the PE detail, however, it's on, not perfect, but it is what it is. I posed the Ship with Main turrets on. Tomorrow Barbette Bruno will get some attention.... 🙂 (I find it difficult to work on this at night, no natural light and too many shadows. I guess you could call this planning time.) Cheers....HOF. Photos:
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