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vossy reacted to drobinson02199 in Bismarck by drobinson02199 - Amati - Scale 1:200
More work on the lower level of the bow structure. The two gun turrets are dry-fitted for now.
Some of the detail pieces are fiendishly small. I've lost a couple of the really tiny ones on my workbench, but you can't really tell.
Regards,
David
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vossy got a reaction from mtaylor in Santa Maria
I have done the Amati Santa Maria and the Mantua Santa Maria. Both are good kits that can be further enhanced by a bit of good old fashioned bashing.
Both have pro's and cons like all kits really. I would say of the 2 I prefer the Mantua. But you really need to cut down on the ratlines on that one. There's way too many.
You might also like to check out this newer version from Pavel Nikitin
https://shipsofpavelnikitin.com/details?code=CSM01
I will definitely be getting this one day.
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vossy reacted to GGibson in Santa Maria
Let us know which one you get, Tony! Will be watching.
And yes, vossy, I added the Pavel Nikitin version to my shipyard for.... someday! <shrug> 👍😁
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vossy got a reaction from GGibson in Santa Maria
I have done the Amati Santa Maria and the Mantua Santa Maria. Both are good kits that can be further enhanced by a bit of good old fashioned bashing.
Both have pro's and cons like all kits really. I would say of the 2 I prefer the Mantua. But you really need to cut down on the ratlines on that one. There's way too many.
You might also like to check out this newer version from Pavel Nikitin
https://shipsofpavelnikitin.com/details?code=CSM01
I will definitely be getting this one day.
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vossy got a reaction from Knocklouder in Santa Maria
I have done the Amati Santa Maria and the Mantua Santa Maria. Both are good kits that can be further enhanced by a bit of good old fashioned bashing.
Both have pro's and cons like all kits really. I would say of the 2 I prefer the Mantua. But you really need to cut down on the ratlines on that one. There's way too many.
You might also like to check out this newer version from Pavel Nikitin
https://shipsofpavelnikitin.com/details?code=CSM01
I will definitely be getting this one day.
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vossy reacted to drobinson02199 in Bismarck by drobinson02199 - Amati - Scale 1:200
This ship shows an incredible level of detail, achieved by using brass etched sections on the sides that will ultimately be spray painted gray.
This is the first level of the starboard side. There is detail etched into the surface of the base plates, and then you add very tiny pieces on top to create additional raised detail.
Regards,
David
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vossy reacted to RGL in HMS Dreadnought 1907 by RGL - FINISHED - Zvezda - 1/350 - PLASTIC - revisited
Well that’s the build pretty much done, now I need to learn about seascapes
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vossy reacted to drobinson02199 in Bismarck by drobinson02199 - Amati - Scale 1:200
Something I forgot to mention for any of you who might be using this build log as a reference for your own Bismarck build:
The base frame for the structure in the picture above is initially built in two sections -- front and rear. Those are then joined by stringers on the sides of the beams that run fore and aft -- you can see the beam numbered 75 above, but the join is hidden now.
You use the deck pattern to get the spacing of the fore and aft sections right before joining them with the stringers. But the picture in the manual is confusing -- it didn't seem right to me when I looked at my model. It was only after really close inspection and comparison (including using a magnifying glass on the picture) that I realized that the actual pattern I have is different -- slightly -- from the one pictured in the manual. So I then used common sense to do the alignment.
Point of this is that you could make a really serious mistake if you just look at the picture and align the way it shows.
Regards,
David
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vossy reacted to drobinson02199 in Bismarck by drobinson02199 - Amati - Scale 1:200
Intermediate progress on the first structure. In position but not glued to the deck.
Regards,
David
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vossy reacted to drobinson02199 in Bismarck by drobinson02199 - Amati - Scale 1:200
Stanchions (which will go on later) require about 200 tiny holes to be drilled around the edge of the deck. The way my decking fit, there was very little free room beyond it, so for many of the stanchions I'm gong to have to notch a small slot just a bit into the decking to accommodate the stanchion base.
Regards,
David
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vossy reacted to drobinson02199 in Bismarck by drobinson02199 - Amati - Scale 1:200
Back from my trip (and finally time zone readjusted), and I've gotten back to the Bismarck.
First step from where I left off was to drill the holes under the hull for eventual mounting on a nicer stand than the one they supply with the ship.
With that done, I applied the decking, which is thin printed wood sections. The way I did it was to line them all up, sand as required to get everything lined up, and then tape the sections down, checking alignment until I had the whole thing taped. Then I glued sections bow to stern, removing tape and lifting one side, gluing, and then doing the other side.
With that done, I varnished the deck. I think varnishing it at this point is important because soon I need to paint two dark gray bands on it, and I want a smooth surface for masking. The unvarnished surfaces are kind of rough wood. Also, if there is any bleed under the mask, scraping it off will look much better if it's on top of varnish.
Regards,
David
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vossy got a reaction from Louie da fly in HMS Bounty by vossy - Amati - scale 1:60
First dry fitting of rudder. Needs more work, but getting there. I replaced the Amati kit supplied hinges with longer Corel ones from the same era vessel.
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vossy got a reaction from Louie da fly in HMS Bounty by vossy - Amati - scale 1:60
Handrails added and dry fitting of flag locker and tiller housing.
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vossy got a reaction from Knocklouder in HMS Bounty by vossy - Amati - scale 1:60
First dry fitting of rudder. Needs more work, but getting there. I replaced the Amati kit supplied hinges with longer Corel ones from the same era vessel.
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vossy reacted to RGL in HMS Dreadnought 1907 by RGL - FINISHED - Zvezda - 1/350 - PLASTIC - revisited
On pause whilst I have quality beach time
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vossy got a reaction from grsjax in Kits for Sale
It used to film here regularly until the main star was accused of sexual misconduct against many female performers over the years. I must add though, that I think he was exonerated of the charges. But it still stuffed his career.
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vossy got a reaction from thibaultron in Kits for Sale
It used to film here regularly until the main star was accused of sexual misconduct against many female performers over the years. I must add though, that I think he was exonerated of the charges. But it still stuffed his career.
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vossy got a reaction from thibaultron in Kits for Sale
Is a shame I live in Australia as I have long admired this model, Amati Bireme Greca Scale 1:35 $75
I am sure you will get many offers.
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vossy got a reaction from mtaylor in Kits for Sale
It used to film here regularly until the main star was accused of sexual misconduct against many female performers over the years. I must add though, that I think he was exonerated of the charges. But it still stuffed his career.
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vossy reacted to grsjax in Kits for Sale
Adding a couple of additional kits. If you are interested but think price is to high make an offer. Nothing lost if I don't accept and you might get a great deal.
Amati Nave Egizia scale 1:50 $75
Amati Bireme Greca Scale 1:35 $75
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vossy reacted to drobinson02199 in Bismarck by drobinson02199 - Amati - Scale 1:200
Finished painting the hull. The thin horizontal white patches you see are lighting.
Also installed rudder and screws. The screws look the same color in this pic, but they are actually copper-colored.
Now my dilemma: I have attached a picture from the manual showing the simplest of the three camouflage patterns. My issue is that I really don't like the way this looks. So after some deliberation, I'm going to skip the white coloring. I really respect those of you that pay close attention to historical accuracy, but I'm going to skip the white designs.
This will be my last post until late February. Going on a long winter trip.
Regards,
David
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vossy reacted to RGL in HMS Dreadnought 1907 by RGL - FINISHED - Zvezda - 1/350 - PLASTIC - revisited
Now some rust streaks.
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vossy reacted to drobinson02199 in Bismarck by drobinson02199 - Amati - Scale 1:200
So I flipped the model over and did the last ladder -- the one in the center. Tried a new approach, which is to spread out some glue and dip the ladder rung points in it and then insert, and then you can see the difference. I wish I had tried this earlier.
So with this I'm now ready to paint the lower hull red-brown.
Regards,
David
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vossy reacted to drobinson02199 in Bismarck by drobinson02199 - Amati - Scale 1:200
Over to the other side and up the learning curve. On this side I did two things: (i) Drilled out the holes in advance, and (ii) Used my super bright LED headlamp so I could see the holes clearly as I was installing the rungs.
Worked better. The first picture reflects all of the skipping of the drill bit on the metal surface. The second one, now painted, shows the "glue globs" between the rungs. So I took a needle file to it and cleaned it up (third picture) as best I could. As they say, "It is what it is."
I only have enough rungs left to do three ladders on each side. My loss rate decreased but was still greater than zero. So now I'll go back to the other side and add the third ladder, and paint it.
There are also some very small eyebolts and keybolts that have been added. Not sure if you can see them or not.
Regards,
David
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