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BANYAN got a reaction from popeye the sailor in USS Spruance DDG 111 by RGL - FINISHED - Trumpeter - PLASTIC
Hi Greg; sorry for being AWOL for this build - hope there is some prime viewing room left Great subject and you have made some really good progress; that hull looks very true with the primer.
As to Vallejo; couldn't agree more - I tossed mine.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from Beef Wellington in HMS Jason by Beef Wellington - Caldercraft - 1:64 - Artois-class frigate modified from HMS Diana 1794
Stunning work Jason; very nicely detailed with clean sharp finishes. I have to agree with your choice on the 'gingerbread', the Georgian detail looks the part - she is looking very good indeed mate.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from mtaylor in Bismarck by Dan Vadas - FINISHED - GPM - 1:200 - CARD and PE
Looking very good Danny, pity about the red print mismatch, but the model overall is very consistent.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from mtaylor in HMCSS Victoria 1855 by BANYAN - 1:72
Thanks for looking in and kind remarks John -appreciated! Lin mentioned you may be down soon, will have to try and catch up.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from mtaylor in HMCSS Victoria 1855 by BANYAN - 1:72
Thanks Carl. That's the sceptre which is made from a small length of brass wire with a knob of sculpting material - it's permanent
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from KeithAug in HMCSS Victoria 1855 by BANYAN - 1:72
Hi folks, a few more progress pics showing the redone paintwork (hull) - still some touching up needed but it is getting there.
Note the 'vermillion' ports (colour as per contract). i have portrayed her with bucklers in place on one side, and open on the other. The bucklers will be secured with a batten across the towing timbers once I have placed them (very soon) using a threaded rod and wing nut system.
The next jobs are to add all the detail to the bulwarks which will include, ring bolts for gun tackles and breeching ropes, cleats for securing lines, iron garlands for ready use shoot, lead linesman's platform etc.
As usual, all comments, suggestion for improvement etc are most welcomed.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from popeye the sailor in HMCSS Victoria 1855 by BANYAN - 1:72
Thanks for looking in and kind remarks John -appreciated! Lin mentioned you may be down soon, will have to try and catch up.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from popeye the sailor in HMCSS Victoria 1855 by BANYAN - 1:72
Thanks Carl. That's the sceptre which is made from a small length of brass wire with a knob of sculpting material - it's permanent
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from Jeronimo in HMCSS Victoria 1855 by BANYAN - 1:72
Hi folks, a few more progress pics showing the redone paintwork (hull) - still some touching up needed but it is getting there.
Note the 'vermillion' ports (colour as per contract). i have portrayed her with bucklers in place on one side, and open on the other. The bucklers will be secured with a batten across the towing timbers once I have placed them (very soon) using a threaded rod and wing nut system.
The next jobs are to add all the detail to the bulwarks which will include, ring bolts for gun tackles and breeching ropes, cleats for securing lines, iron garlands for ready use shoot, lead linesman's platform etc.
As usual, all comments, suggestion for improvement etc are most welcomed.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from Omega1234 in Wardell Bridge and boat by Tecko - 1:72 - diorama
Very clever Tecko; a little humour to keep the viewers attention is a great idea. This will be a very interesting diorama.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from BETAQDAVE in Video on blank bending on real ships
Thay have that routine worked out very well. It is amazing what the old generation could do without the power tools these lads are using. That is not to take away from their skills; they certainly work fast and well.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from John Allen in HMCSS Victoria 1855 by BANYAN - 1:72
Hi folks, a few more progress pics showing the redone paintwork (hull) - still some touching up needed but it is getting there.
Note the 'vermillion' ports (colour as per contract). i have portrayed her with bucklers in place on one side, and open on the other. The bucklers will be secured with a batten across the towing timbers once I have placed them (very soon) using a threaded rod and wing nut system.
The next jobs are to add all the detail to the bulwarks which will include, ring bolts for gun tackles and breeching ropes, cleats for securing lines, iron garlands for ready use shoot, lead linesman's platform etc.
As usual, all comments, suggestion for improvement etc are most welcomed.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Bismarck by Dan Vadas - FINISHED - GPM - 1:200 - CARD and PE
Looking very good Danny, pity about the red print mismatch, but the model overall is very consistent.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from coxswain in HMCSS Victoria 1855 by BANYAN - 1:72
Hi folks, a few more progress pics showing the redone paintwork (hull) - still some touching up needed but it is getting there.
Note the 'vermillion' ports (colour as per contract). i have portrayed her with bucklers in place on one side, and open on the other. The bucklers will be secured with a batten across the towing timbers once I have placed them (very soon) using a threaded rod and wing nut system.
The next jobs are to add all the detail to the bulwarks which will include, ring bolts for gun tackles and breeching ropes, cleats for securing lines, iron garlands for ready use shoot, lead linesman's platform etc.
As usual, all comments, suggestion for improvement etc are most welcomed.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from mtaylor in USS Spruance DDG 111 by RGL - FINISHED - Trumpeter - PLASTIC
Hi Greg; sorry for being AWOL for this build - hope there is some prime viewing room left Great subject and you have made some really good progress; that hull looks very true with the primer.
As to Vallejo; couldn't agree more - I tossed mine.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from Canute in Bismarck by Dan Vadas - FINISHED - GPM - 1:200 - CARD and PE
Looking very good Danny, pity about the red print mismatch, but the model overall is very consistent.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from RGL in HMCSS Victoria 1855 by BANYAN - 1:72
Hi folks, a few more progress pics showing the redone paintwork (hull) - still some touching up needed but it is getting there.
Note the 'vermillion' ports (colour as per contract). i have portrayed her with bucklers in place on one side, and open on the other. The bucklers will be secured with a batten across the towing timbers once I have placed them (very soon) using a threaded rod and wing nut system.
The next jobs are to add all the detail to the bulwarks which will include, ring bolts for gun tackles and breeching ropes, cleats for securing lines, iron garlands for ready use shoot, lead linesman's platform etc.
As usual, all comments, suggestion for improvement etc are most welcomed.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from cog in HMCSS Victoria 1855 by BANYAN - 1:72
Thanks Carl. That's the sceptre which is made from a small length of brass wire with a knob of sculpting material - it's permanent
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from Dubz in HMCSS Victoria 1855 by BANYAN - 1:72
Hi folks, a few more progress pics showing the redone paintwork (hull) - still some touching up needed but it is getting there.
Note the 'vermillion' ports (colour as per contract). i have portrayed her with bucklers in place on one side, and open on the other. The bucklers will be secured with a batten across the towing timbers once I have placed them (very soon) using a threaded rod and wing nut system.
The next jobs are to add all the detail to the bulwarks which will include, ring bolts for gun tackles and breeching ropes, cleats for securing lines, iron garlands for ready use shoot, lead linesman's platform etc.
As usual, all comments, suggestion for improvement etc are most welcomed.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from John Allen in HMCSS Victoria 1855 by BANYAN - 1:72
Hi folks some more progress on this build. I have now done a fair mount of the painting. The bulwarks and cap rails are finished but the hull still needs its final coat of black - you can see where I have started final sanding etc. The figurehead requires some touching up of the white to complete it also.
The following show progressively how I have been proceeding. First I built a build cradle which is hinged at the front so that I can angle the deck appropriately under a large mill to drill the mast holes. This cradle keeps the ship nice and steady - there are two bicycle spoked from the keel (epoxied in) that pass through the assembly and secured with nuts under the board; the door wedges are for leveling the deck laterally.
The next photo shows her masked and the priming coat applied. the last two photos are of her in her current state. the larger holes are for the scupper outlets; the final size is much smaller - a 9" scupper at 1:1. The smaller holes are for the Lang Scuttles mentioned earlier in this log.
I have also attached a 3D render of what the capstan will look like.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from cog in Bismarck by Dan Vadas - FINISHED - GPM - 1:200 - CARD and PE
Looking very good Danny, pity about the red print mismatch, but the model overall is very consistent.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from Beef Wellington in HMCSS Victoria 1855 by BANYAN - 1:72
Hi folks, a few more progress pics showing the redone paintwork (hull) - still some touching up needed but it is getting there.
Note the 'vermillion' ports (colour as per contract). i have portrayed her with bucklers in place on one side, and open on the other. The bucklers will be secured with a batten across the towing timbers once I have placed them (very soon) using a threaded rod and wing nut system.
The next jobs are to add all the detail to the bulwarks which will include, ring bolts for gun tackles and breeching ropes, cleats for securing lines, iron garlands for ready use shoot, lead linesman's platform etc.
As usual, all comments, suggestion for improvement etc are most welcomed.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN got a reaction from Canute in USS Spruance DDG 111 by RGL - FINISHED - Trumpeter - PLASTIC
Hi Greg; sorry for being AWOL for this build - hope there is some prime viewing room left Great subject and you have made some really good progress; that hull looks very true with the primer.
As to Vallejo; couldn't agree more - I tossed mine.
cheers
Pat
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BANYAN reacted to RGL in USS Spruance DDG 111 by RGL - FINISHED - Trumpeter - PLASTIC
Pain stripped back again, attempt 3. Tamiya rattle can hopefully provides a more stable base for the oilcanning.
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BANYAN reacted to RGL in USS Spruance DDG 111 by RGL - FINISHED - Trumpeter - PLASTIC
So work and sports commitments have had me away for awhile. It took Australia Post 2 weeks to deliver a parcel containing a new bottle of AK primer from Victoria to Canberra which closed down the painting booth anyways.
Yesterday and and today I completed the second smokestack.
A few few things about tools, the little set of pliers is probably the Best Buy I’ve done in years, it stops PE getting flung around the room. It holds pieces steady whilst glueing. I wish I bought one years ago. Secondly the $20 light from Ikea is the best light source I’ve found.
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