SMS Markgraf by LEGION 12 - ICM Models - 1/350 Scale - PLASTIC

[LEGION 12]

First I hope I am doing this right my first build here , I can only hope it comes out as great as all the builds I have seen here. I have had this model for a long time and this place has given me the motivation to get it built . I started drilling out the portals and sanding the hull , and debating on getting the Photo etch detailing set for this ship never used Photo - etching before. 

[cog]

Interesting ... as RGL, Canute, and I are going to build the SMS Seydlitz as a kind of group build, it's older but smaller sister.

 

If you want to add detail to her, I would certainly try the PE. It also gives you a lot more building time. These ships do not have the numerous AA gun's which are hard to build when starting with PE ,so it should be a good starting point for your first encounter with it. I'll be following along with your endeavours to recreate her

[LEGION 12]

5 minutes ago, cog said:

Interesting ... as RGL, Canute, and I are going to build the SMS Seydlitz as a kind of group build, it's older but smaller sister.

 

If you want to add detail to her, I would certainly try the PE. It also gives you a lot more building time. These ships do not have the numerous AA gun's which are hard to build when starting with PE ,so it should be a good starting point for your first encounter with it. I'll be following along with your endeavours to recreate her

Ordered the PE kit today now to choose a glue .

[cog]

get a thin quick drying, and a thicker slightly sower drying CA. Gorilla, Zap CA, BSI insta-cure/maxi-cure. For the kit's parts I use a glue for plastic. Personally I prefer a brush as applicator for the latter, and use a metal rod for the CA

[LEGION 12]

Just now, cog said:

get a thin quick drying, and a thicker slightly sower drying CA. Gorilla, Zap CA, BSI insta-cure/maxi-cure. For the kit's parts I use a glue for plastic. Personally I prefer a brush as applicator for the latter, and use a metal rod for the CA

I already have some gorilla glue I will gave it a shot. 

[Canute]

 Carl's tools for applying his glues are spot on. I like the Tamiya Extra Thin Cement with the brush applicator. The glue is mostly acetone and it flashes off/evaporates quickly, with little residue. Be careful with the glue fumes. I also use Testor's glue in the black bottle. Thicker, slower working allowing you to adjust if needed.

[LEGION 12]

Started working on the guns , was going to drill out the barrels but they seem to be to small ? 

[LEGION 12]

Workbench cleaned and clear . 

[RGL]

Nice choice. Barrels are never too small to drill out, just need the right tools. 

[LEGION 12]

12 hours ago, RGL said:

Nice choice. Barrels are never too small to drill out, just need the right tools. 

[LEGION 12]

Propeller housing are on . 

[LEGION 12]

No help . 

[lmagna]

13 minutes ago, LEGION 12 said:

No help

Just keeping an eye on you making sure you are doing it right.

[RGL]

Are you going to scribe the hull?

[LEGION 12]

11 hours ago, RGL said:

Are you going to scribe the hull?

Yes sir I will be doing that soon . 

[channell]

Looking promising so far and welcome to the MSW plastic club!  

[glennreader]

A novel use for the bread bin.

[LEGION 12]

17 hours ago, LEGION 12 said:

Propeller housing are on . 

No holes for the rudders.

[cog]

You could add those rudders they used on Viking Drakar Ships ... nice "authentic" touch ;)

[LEGION 12]

24 minutes ago, cog said:

You could add those rudders they used on Viking Drakar Ships ... nice "authentic" touch

That sure would be easier. 

[LEGION 12]

Found some brass guns for this ship much nicer quick question , will super glue work on brass ? 

[cog]

CA will

[RGL]

Yes, if you mess up just use a cigarette lighter to burn it off and start again 

[LEGION 12]

[LEGION 12]

Got the guns mounted in the turrents waiting on some putty and for it warm up a little to paint the hull . 

[LEGION 12]

Have little filling and sanding to do yet to do in hindsight should have dry fitted the prop housings before I glued them . I would like to drill the holes for the rudders before I prime and paint , the instructions are no help any advice  ? 😟

[LEGION 12]

Forgot the pic  . 

[cog]

How many rudders, 2 .. 3

 

I would expect the rudders' positions would be in line with axle/shaft of the respective propellors, or the number of rudders is less than the number of props ...

 

P.s. I tend to forget picies too, but then I edit the post so it doesn't show

[LEGION 12]

10 minutes ago, cog said:

How many rudders, 2 .. 3

 

I would expect the rudders' positions would be in line with axle/shaft of the respective propellors, or the number of rudders is less than the number of props ...

 

P.s. I tend to forget picies too, but then I edit the post so it doesn't show

Two rudders . 

[cog]

i would put them inline with the outer propellor shafts, but having seen this from the sms koning - same class - I have to revise my view. It looks like the rudders are in between the longitudinal axis of the props, and some way aft of them. have a look here