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BETAQDAVE reacted to nikbud in German WW2 Armor Models by nickbud - PLASTIC
Thanks for all the likes and comments guys.
I've amended the title so I can add some other stuff over the next few days, I hope you'll like em
Cheers
paul
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BETAQDAVE got a reaction from popeye the sailor in German WW2 Armor Models by nickbud - PLASTIC
I agree, makes it look an armored vehicle of the Africa Korps plucked right out of the desert!
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BETAQDAVE got a reaction from John Allen in General / organisation of wood
He must have hundreds, if not thousands, of hours invested in making this model. Or should I say work of art!
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BETAQDAVE got a reaction from Canute in German WW2 Armor Models by nickbud - PLASTIC
I agree, makes it look an armored vehicle of the Africa Korps plucked right out of the desert!
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BETAQDAVE reacted to merchen in General / organisation of wood
A picture, the angel Michael, and a beautiful canopy and at the stern the God Kronos.
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BETAQDAVE reacted to Bill Saindon in New member
Thank you Mark. Excited to get started. Seems like there is a good supportive group here. Appreciate your welcome to the site.
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BETAQDAVE reacted to Bill Saindon in New member
Have to say I’m thrilled to find this site. Nearing my retirement and I want to get back to modeling. Have some previous experience with ship modeling and I’m considering Model Shipways Longboat for my first project. Hope to eventually build the B Latham. I hope to be active on this site and so far I’m very impressed with the builders logs and the free exchange of tips and advice. Thanks for the welcome
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BETAQDAVE got a reaction from kier in Scottish Maid by mispeltyoof - FINISHED - Artesania Latina - scale 1:50 - Rod Buckle
I would have to agree with that assessment. While I am sorry that he gave up so fast, perhaps the first things that he needs to hone up on are his patience and perseverance. It seems to me that they are two essential traits we all have to have lots of to work on our projects. When ever I start to loose my patience, I know that it's time to take a break before I do something that I'll quickly regret! (Don't ask me how I know this.)
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BETAQDAVE got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Bismarck by Semorebutts - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC - with MK1 detail set
Must be quite a bit of noise with such a big crew. Our parotlette can make plenty on his own when he gets going! At least his messes are pretty small and I don't have to take him outside for a walk to do his business.
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BETAQDAVE got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Bismarck by Semorebutts - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC - with MK1 detail set
Had my model shop moved into our basement a few years back. (Wi winters a bit too nippy in garage!) After I installed a sump pump, wiring for the pump, and drain line for the pump, I no longer have free water down there. (Builder put in sump pit but skipped all the most important components!) I did a little surface wiring, put in a white ceiling system, and a bit of soundproofing. Then I added a small radiant heater and a dehumidifier and was good to go. It's a snug harbor for modeling now. (check out my shop in the so where do you do yours then topic) It would be very good situation if not for having to replace my elevator that's lately kept me out of my shop now for an extended time. (I'm stuck in a wheelchair now.)
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BETAQDAVE reacted to jud in The Sullivans DD-537 by Jack12477 - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1:350 - PLASTIC
The first 58 Fletcher's ordered were referred to as the High Bridge or Round Bridge. The remaining 117 Built were referred to as Low Bridge or square Bridges. The change was made to provide more anti aircraft defense, had nothing to do with the coast they were built at. The Sullivians DD 537, was a Low Bridge as was the USS Ammen DD 527, which I served aboard as a Crew Member before the Fram Modifications became common. Photo is the USS Ammen by me in a Long Beach Drydock after the 19 July 1960 collision with the Collet DD 730 off of Seal Beach, California.
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BETAQDAVE reacted to Tim Murphy in The Sullivans DD-537 by Jack12477 - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1:350 - PLASTIC
I'm an Ex Destroyer Sailor. I was on a Fram 1 out of San Diego in the early 70's. I LOVE destroyers.
Good luck with your kit! Check were the Sullivans was built. There is a different bridge for West
Coast and East Coast bridges. There is a 3-D printed part that could help you.
I am now retired and I volunteer at the Charlestown Navy Yard. We have the Cassin Young DD793
an I sometimes work on her.
An questions I may be able to help.
Tim
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BETAQDAVE got a reaction from Canute in Tools, tools and more tools....
We have the same problems when buying locally from home improvement lumber/hardware yards Menards and Home Depot. I once bought a tripod mounted halogen shop light from Menards that apparently was made in China. (Where else?) While attempting to assemble the unit, the weld on the cross bar support for the lights just flat out failed. (Looking closely at the weld revealed that the metal underneath the weld was already rusted!) To avoid the hassle of trying to return it to the center, I just drilled a hole for a lag bolt in the cross bar, force fit a wood dowel into the vertical support pipe, and screwed the bolt in tight. Problem solved! Too bad this is seldom the case. Perhaps this is a just another case of: you get what you pay for, or perhaps put crap in, get crap out.
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BETAQDAVE got a reaction from Canute in Tools, tools and more tools....
Speak of the devil! I just got a new catalog from Micro-Mark in the mail today sporting another new offering called the Doctor DRYBooth. For a mere $199.95 you too can own this 10 5/8" w. x 18" h. x 8" deep metal box. (basically a small oven) Claims it will cut painted part drying time in half. I don't know about you but with just a little patience I believe that I'll just save the $200.
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BETAQDAVE got a reaction from Canute in Tools, tools and more tools....
Oh, you mean like the sliding table for their MicroLux table saw? I easily made one from some scraps of tempered hardboard, pieces of pine, and some small recycled screws from my shop. Cost me nothing but an hour or so of my time.
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BETAQDAVE got a reaction from Canute in Tools, tools and more tools....
I always liked getting gift certificates from Micro-Mark for X-mas presents, I can always find something on their web site that I can use. I have one right now that is burning a hole in my pocket!
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BETAQDAVE got a reaction from mtaylor in Bismarck by Semorebutts - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC - with MK1 detail set
Must be quite a bit of noise with such a big crew. Our parotlette can make plenty on his own when he gets going! At least his messes are pretty small and I don't have to take him outside for a walk to do his business.
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BETAQDAVE got a reaction from mtaylor in Bismarck by Semorebutts - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC - with MK1 detail set
Had my model shop moved into our basement a few years back. (Wi winters a bit too nippy in garage!) After I installed a sump pump, wiring for the pump, and drain line for the pump, I no longer have free water down there. (Builder put in sump pit but skipped all the most important components!) I did a little surface wiring, put in a white ceiling system, and a bit of soundproofing. Then I added a small radiant heater and a dehumidifier and was good to go. It's a snug harbor for modeling now. (check out my shop in the so where do you do yours then topic) It would be very good situation if not for having to replace my elevator that's lately kept me out of my shop now for an extended time. (I'm stuck in a wheelchair now.)
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BETAQDAVE reacted to captgino in Mayflower by captgino - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 5/32 Scale
Thank you for your comments. You brought up a good point. I will reach out to her teacher and see if she is interested such as a session.
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BETAQDAVE got a reaction from Old Collingwood in Bismarck by Semorebutts - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC - with MK1 detail set
Must be quite a bit of noise with such a big crew. Our parotlette can make plenty on his own when he gets going! At least his messes are pretty small and I don't have to take him outside for a walk to do his business.
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BETAQDAVE got a reaction from Old Collingwood in Bismarck by Semorebutts - FINISHED - Trumpeter - 1/200 scale - PLASTIC - with MK1 detail set
Had my model shop moved into our basement a few years back. (Wi winters a bit too nippy in garage!) After I installed a sump pump, wiring for the pump, and drain line for the pump, I no longer have free water down there. (Builder put in sump pit but skipped all the most important components!) I did a little surface wiring, put in a white ceiling system, and a bit of soundproofing. Then I added a small radiant heater and a dehumidifier and was good to go. It's a snug harbor for modeling now. (check out my shop in the so where do you do yours then topic) It would be very good situation if not for having to replace my elevator that's lately kept me out of my shop now for an extended time. (I'm stuck in a wheelchair now.)
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BETAQDAVE reacted to captgino in Mayflower by captgino - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 5/32 Scale
Thank you!
Yes, it is freehanded. I draw a shape with a pencil and use the fine tip paint brush with gold paint. My original plan was to use a pen with liquid gold but it was dry (too old).
At the end, the brush was just fine.
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BETAQDAVE reacted to ccoyle in Uhhhhh, hello?
Hello, Adrie. We have a few enthusiastic card modelers in our ranks, including me. What will be your first project?
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