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  1. CDW
    Here's my beginning for the 1:200 Wave Models IJN Battleship, Mikasa, construction project. Along with the basic model kit, I have the Pontos Detail Set and an Artwox wooden deck. The Artwox deck and kit were purchased at the same time, but the Pontos set only became available for me later. The Pontos set also contains a wooden deck, so in the course of construction, will determine which deck looks best and use that deck. In case you are wondering, it appears that Wave Models and Merit Models are the same kit in a different box. It's also worth noting that the Wave Models kit I have here appears to be produced with the Asian market in mind as both the instructions and the color guide are all written in Chinese only. As always, the Pontos detail set is beautiful. Lots of machined brass parts, some resin bits, and 10 large sheets of photo etch. The brass props included with the set are jewels. Over the next few days, will begin construction of this kit and posting of progress photos.
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    Add some more rigging, flags, spotlights, a few odds and ends, and this one is done. I'm kicking around what to do next. Maybe a cruiser, I have the 1:350 Belfast and detail items. Or could do the 1:350 IJN Akagi, or the 1:350 IJN Nagato, or the 1:200 Mikasa...decisions, decisions...
  3. CDW
    Walrus
  4. CDW
    Ship railings and Walrus added...
  5. CDW
    I use both those type bits pictured, and both break rather easily. It's mostly due (I think) to awkward motion created by hand drilling. That said, I don't know of any better alternatives than these bits. Generally, I use the wire bits for a pilot hole first, then slightly enlarge the hole using the CNC bits depending on the end diameter needed.
  6. CDW
    Japan carried the half carrier, half gun platform over to their line of heavy cruisers as well; Tone, Mogami, and Chikuma come to mind.
  7. CDW
    Can you imagine being a kid and having a grandfather like Nils? Visiting his home and seeing his models would be like going to heaven for a child...and for an adult like me. Just beautiful and so entertaining to see. It enlightens all the senses.
  8. CDW
    Really like those last two photos of ISE. How does the size of the hull compare to Yamato? Looks like a huge ship. I was surprised at the size of my Akagi. Much larger ship than I expected. Any yes, buying directly from Japan these days can be a bargain.
  9. CDW
    Thanks you guys. Great encouragement.
  10. CDW
    I get to a certain point in the construction of these ships when I'm not motivated to take pictures because it seems all the things added don't amount to a picture taking event. But then after a while, it's either grab a picture or two now, or else you'll be completely finished. And that's where I am now. Still have to add the railings, some AA guns, searchlights, some rigging, flags, and a tad more weathering here and there. Can you believe I got this far before I realized my kit didn't have the ship's aircraft, the Walrus? Don't know if it was missing from the packaging or if I lost it in the past. In any event, I ordered some Trumpeter Walrus and will add it after the set arrives.
  11. CDW
    She's dwarfed by Yamato. But she appears all the veteran, battle scarred warrior.
  12. CDW
    Glad to see you aboard, Syd. Hope you get a lot of joy from the hobby.
  13. CDW
    Clare It looks like you use a rubber or vinyl cover on your scalpel handle. Where do you find those? I love my scalpel, but am not crazy about the all-metal handle and think something rubber to cover the metal is a great idea. I've just never seen them for sale.
  14. CDW
    That makes two of us. Bought one on Ebay for a discounted price. Now to find a detail set. Huge box, longer than the 1:200 Iowa box.
  15. CDW
    I need to take a trip to the art supply store to have a look at water color paints. Just having a hard time getting my mind wrapped around water color paints. All I can recall are the little sets of kid's water colors...and I am guessing there must be some adult variations on the water color paint theme. Right? Whatever it is, you seem to have mastered it to the degree necessary to do touch up paint that is darn near a perfect match for your printed parts. You are setting a high bar for anyone who tries to follow in your footsteps with this build.
  16. CDW
    Love the Scharnhorst. Will follow with enthusiasm. So wish the Hachette partwork series were for sale in the USA, but alas.
  17. CDW
    If someone just looked at the pictures of the completed assemblies without reading any of the text, would most likely not realize this model is made from paper/card stock. The way you are blending in those seams make it look as though you've been building this type of model for a long time. Beautiful workmanship.
  18. CDW
    Uh, ohh....photo bucket strikes again with it's 'third party hosting' message.
  19. CDW
    That looks super, Jesse! Very nice indeed.
  20. CDW
    Wow, that was some real overhaul right there. Glad you are back and hope you mend quickly. Don't over do anything and get plenty of rest. Regards CDW
  21. CDW
    +1 This. It's the quickest, cleanest way to add weight that I know of.
  22. CDW
    That's very nice detail. Just the right scale for a destroyer model.
  23. CDW
    Just now realized you are going into the hospital. Wishing you well and a speedy recovery.
  24. CDW
    Overall it looks superb. Those guns you just finished are great, too. The 25mm singles are particularly nice. But it's easy to recognize the potential eye strain they present when building. Have never seen a set in person, but the Fine Molds injection molded guns look quite nice from pictures I've seen. Not easy to find in this country, unless ordered directly from Japan through Ebay.
  25. CDW
    A tiny dab of clear epoxy will make a very nice lens.

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