USS Carl Vinson by Wolfman_63 - FINISHED - Trumpeter -1/350 - PLASTIC - Conversion of Nimitz Kit

[popeye the sailor]

superior job on the aircraft.........they really dress up the deck      can't say enough on how nice she looks!   one of these days,  it would be a real eye pleaser,  if you took us on a guided tour of that wall of yours      if you've done as fabulous a job on the miniatures,   I can just imagine the gems you have on display.!

[fnkershner]

I just looked at this log from beginning to end. You have done an amazing job. The detail and accuracy is wonderful! Congratulations on an outstanding build. 

[Wolfman_63]

 

I have completed the F-14’s and mounted the aircraft to the flight deck. The model is complete.

I am waiting for the display case to arrive. I will then attach the screws (propellers for the non-nautical folks) when I attach the model to the display case base and run the wiring.  This project has been a challenge but a fun build.

I would like to thank all those that followed this build over the past 9 months and all the comments, and critiques you have provided. Build time for this has been 777 hours. Started it on April 23, 2017 and finished January 21, 2018.

The display case is on its way and should be here this week.  I will post final pictures next weekend.

I hope you all have enjoyed this build.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Wolfman_63]

Here are the final pictures. I want to make a special note to Ron at http://www.grandpascabinets.com/model-display-kits/

His display case is awesome. The fit and finish are first class.

If you ever need a display case I highly recommend him.

Thanks again for following me through this project. I hope it has inspired others to not be afraid to take on a large project.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[RGL]

Awesome work mate, what’s next!?!

[popeye the sailor]

hard to find the right word ........just an outstanding first class job!   busy throughout the model..the effort shows    very well done.  so....ahhhhh,  ya gonna start another one.........errr,  from the start,  I mean   

[yvesvidal]

A MASTERPIECE !!!! Absolutely stunning in its glass box.

Definitely, the highlight of your collection.

 

Yves

[Wolfman_63]

I had a friend who owns his own photography business stop by and take some hi-res professional shots. (he took over 200!)
All these photo's are from Andy Schneider Photography. (click on picture to zoom in)
 
 
 

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[popeye the sailor]

awesome ship........very well done   

[Osmosis]

Bravo Zulu! Very well done sir Just like I remember her.

[Wolfman_63]

For those interested in lighting their ship models, I wrote a "How To" article for Flagship Models.

 

Coming very soon from Flagship Models Inc. is our latest "How To" ship modeling CD. With so many model ships showing up here and at shows with LED lighting installed, we have been getting lots of requests for a new CD to explain how it's done. Dave Kopielski just completed one the most extensively lit carrier models yet and is the subject of our next how to CD. Check out our web site for the latest details at: www.flagshipmodels.com

 

[nino]

From one electrical engineer to another....Outstanding !  This is the most energizing build ever. And, Thanks for taking the extra effort to post here and FSM.

   Nino. 

[Wolfman_63]

If you are an IPMS member, You can now read about all the work it took to create my USS Carl Vinson Project. You can see all the build photo's at https://davidsscalemodels.com/build-log/1-350-uss-carl-vinson/  and all the completed photo's at https://davidsscalemodels.com/gallery/uss-carl-vinson-project/

[CPS_skybolt]

Exceptional. Probably belongs in Navy museum.

[Wolfman_63]

For those interested in seeing this project in person, I will be attending the IPMS Nation Convention August 7th thru 10th in Chattanooga Tennesee!

[golyaht]

This is incredible.

 

I have a question about the island... it looks like it has been modified from the kit to accurate reflect the Vinson. Did you scratch build it? If so, from what material?

 

Thanks again for the detailed description. What a fascinating experience.

 

Cheers.

[Wolfman_63]

The only parts of the island that required modifications was the rear of the top two levels and the rear antenna mounts. I used styrene stock. The company that sells it is called Evergreen Scale Models. 

https://evergreenscalemodels.com

 

[golyaht]

Thanks for the info!

[Wolfman_63]

UPDATE: On August 8th 2019 We CAREFULLY load the ship in the back of our SUV and drove over 600 miles to the beautiful city of Chattanooga Tennessee to attend the IPMS Nation convention. The model was entered  into the contest under class 401 “1/350 Aircraft Carrier” On Saturday August 10th we attended the award ceremony and the USS Carl Vinson won first place in it class! The model survived the trip there and back with no issues. I also would like to mention that the Chattanooga IPMS chapter hosted an awesome show. This was my first time at a national convention and it was great!

Check out the photos of the model in my Gallery on my Blog 1/350 USS Carl Vinson Gallery

Edited August 30, 2019 by Wolfman_63

[yvesvidal]

Congratulations. Well deserved for such a beautiful model.

 

Yves

[Tigerdvr]

What Yves says, an outstanding effort and a well done log.

[mtaylor]

Congratulations. That is well-deserved for a beautiful build.

[GrandpaPhil]

Congratulations on the win!  It’s well deserved!  Awesome work!