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hollowneck reacted to _SalD_ in NORDKAP 476 by _SalD_ - Billing Boats - 1:50 - RADIO
Hello everyone,
Welcome to my new build log for the Nordkap 476 by Billing Boats. I chose this model as my first venture into remote-controlled ships; something I’ve wanted to try for a while. My only previous R/C experience is with an electric plane I built for my brother a few years ago, so this will be my first foray into R/C boating.
I’ve been fortunate to connect with 'robdurant', who has a detailed Nordkap build log here on MSW. He’s been incredibly helpful in guiding me through the process and pointing out the key components needed to fully motorize the vessel.
A few particulars: Built In 1970 in England, Tonnage 185 gross register tonnage, Length overall 40.0 m, Beam 9.30 m, Motor 1000 HP diesel, Engine speed 12-14 knots, Crew 7-8 men, Fishing tackle Drag net (trawl), Fishing area Around Iceland and Greenland, Haul Herrings, cod and trash fish.
Length of model 81.5 cm (32"), Beam of model 19.5 cm (7.68"), Height of model 43.0 cm (17")
I guess I was fortunate, because unbeknownst to me when I ordered the kit, it came with a cap and some free extras—a fishing net and even some fish!!
Looking forward to sharing this journey with you all!
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hollowneck got a reaction from Canute in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
"Bollocks! That rigging bloke is as thick as two short planks!"
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hollowneck got a reaction from Canute in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
..like more 3D pear blocks.
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hollowneck got a reaction from Canute in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
Two bags worth just ordered (and some other 3D gubbins)...
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hollowneck reacted to ccoyle in PHOENIX 1787 by ccoyle - Master Korabel - 1/72 - Russian brigantine of the Black Sea Fleet
I tried a different color palette on the left side. I like that side better, and the wife agrees
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hollowneck reacted to Coyote_6 in PHOENIX 1787 by ccoyle - Master Korabel - 1/72 - Russian brigantine of the Black Sea Fleet
Yeah Chris. Much improved 3d effect. I find with plastic models that a wash after picking the highs and lows can blend and soften in a way that is pleasing to the eye. Too bad you don't have extra pieces to play with though.
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hollowneck reacted to Keith Black in PHOENIX 1787 by ccoyle - Master Korabel - 1/72 - Russian brigantine of the Black Sea Fleet
The highlighting makes em pop, Chris. Much better than a flat ho hum surface lacking detail.
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hollowneck reacted to ccoyle in PHOENIX 1787 by ccoyle - Master Korabel - 1/72 - Russian brigantine of the Black Sea Fleet
Playing around with spicing up the stern carvings. What do you think?
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hollowneck got a reaction from Pitan in PHOENIX 1787 by ccoyle - Master Korabel - 1/72 - Russian brigantine of the Black Sea Fleet
Chris,
you may want to consider adding gunport linings; I've done this on a number of my models. 1.0 -1.5 mm thick pear will do the trick; it can appear to be scale-conforming and not reduce the size of the openings too much (the stock can be sourced from some of the "empty" laser cut patterns in your kit). This is a lot of very precise cutting and fitting work, but in my estimation it is well worth the effort. The photo here is of my Mercury brig (Russia- circa 1820) that illustrates my point. In this instance I used boxwood for the linings to match the upper hull works (the lining edges remain visible in spite of the red lining treatment). The bulwarks planking is also boxwood, a substitute for this Amati kit's too dark wood.
Of course, you can leave the linings unpainted which I have typically done with later models I've bashed.
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hollowneck got a reaction from Blue Ensign in HMS Harpy 1796 by Blue Ensign – Vanguard Models - 1:64 scale
Very nice detail work on your rigging, Maurice. Thank you for sharing these techniques.
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hollowneck got a reaction from thibaultron in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
"Bollocks! That rigging bloke is as thick as two short planks!"
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hollowneck got a reaction from thibaultron in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
..like more 3D pear blocks.
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hollowneck got a reaction from thibaultron in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
Two bags worth just ordered (and some other 3D gubbins)...
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hollowneck got a reaction from Archi in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
..like more 3D pear blocks.
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hollowneck got a reaction from Ryland Craze in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
"Bollocks! That rigging bloke is as thick as two short planks!"
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hollowneck got a reaction from Nirvana in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
..like more 3D pear blocks.
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hollowneck got a reaction from Nirvana in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
Two bags worth just ordered (and some other 3D gubbins)...
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hollowneck got a reaction from Ryland Craze in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
..like more 3D pear blocks.
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hollowneck got a reaction from Ryland Craze in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
Two bags worth just ordered (and some other 3D gubbins)...
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hollowneck reacted to druxey in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
"Please, Cap'n, there's a gubbins in the rigging!"
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hollowneck got a reaction from Jack12477 in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
"Bollocks! That rigging bloke is as thick as two short planks!"
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hollowneck got a reaction from Jack12477 in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
..like more 3D pear blocks.
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hollowneck got a reaction from dvm27 in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
..like more 3D pear blocks.
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hollowneck got a reaction from druxey in Syren Ship Model Company News, Updates and Info.....(part 2)
..like more 3D pear blocks.
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