Old Collingwood Posted August 18, 2019 Share #301 Posted August 18, 2019 Looking great. OC. Canute, popeye the sailor and mtaylor 3 Quote Current builds 28mm Battle of Waterloo attack on La Haye Saint Diorama. 1/700 HMS Hood Flyhawk with PE, Resin and Wood Decking. Completed works. Dragon 1/700 HMS Edinburgh type 42 batch 3 Destroyer plastic. HMS Warspite Academy 1/350 plastic kit and wem parts. HMS Trafalgar Airfix 1/350 submarine plastic. Black Pearl 1/72 Revell with pirate crew. Revell 1/48 Mosquito B IV Eduard 1/48 Spitfire IX ICM 1/48 Seafire Mk.III Special Conversion 1/48 Kinetic Sea Harrier FRS1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted August 18, 2019 Share #302 Posted August 18, 2019 The part of being very lethal. Well done. popeye the sailor, thibaultron, Old Collingwood and 2 others 5 Quote Mark "The shipwright is slow, but the wood is patient." - me Current Build: Past Builds: La Belle Poule 1765 - French Frigate from ANCRE plans - ON HOLD Triton Cross-Section NRG Hallf Hull Planking Kit HMS Sphinx 1775 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Non-Ship Model: On hold, maybe forever: CH-53 Sikorsky - 1:48 - Revell - Completed Licorne - 1755 from Hahn Plans (Scratch) Version 2.0 (Abandoned) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popeye the sailor Posted August 19, 2019 Share #303 Posted August 19, 2019 the hull looks great! great coverage too .......at one time I used to use Humbrol as well as Pactra. very good selection of colors and didn't go by a number system at the time. mtaylor, Old Collingwood, Canute and 1 other 4 Quote I yam wot I yam! finished builds: Billings Nordkap 476 / Billings Cux 87 / Billings Mary Ann / Billings AmericA - reissue Billings Regina - bashed into the Susan A / Andrea Gail 1:20 - semi scratch w/ Billing instructions M&M Fun Ship - semi scratch build / Gundalow - scratch build / Jeanne D'Arc - Heller Phylly C & Denny-Zen - the Lobsie twins - bashed & semi scratch dual build Billing T78 Norden in dry dock: Billing's Gothenborg 1:100 / Billing's Boulogne Etaples 1:20 Billing's Half Moon 1:40 - some scratch required Revell U.S.S. United States 1:96 - plastic/ wood modified / Academy Titanic 1:400 Trawler Syborn - semi scratch / Holiday Harbor dual build - semi scratch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Javlin Posted August 19, 2019 Share #304 Posted August 19, 2019 Oh Yea!!!Liking that hull Yves Kevin popeye the sailor, Canute, thibaultron and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvesvidal Posted August 19, 2019 Author Share #305 Posted August 19, 2019 The rudders have been glued: I really like the color and texture of that big hull: Yves BenF89, Dubz, mtaylor and 17 others 20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
channell Posted August 21, 2019 Share #306 Posted August 21, 2019 I really love this build! Beautiful work. mtaylor, yvesvidal, popeye the sailor and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvesvidal Posted August 22, 2019 Author Share #307 Posted August 22, 2019 There won't be much in terms of updates. I am waiting for parts and paints. Can you believe that Trumpeter omitted to provide the Waterline markings on their (otherwise nice) decals sheet? I realized that yesterday and was really surprised by this mishap. Fortunately, I found a British company Accurate Model Parts that do sell the Waterline markings as well as a few other things for the Trumpeter kit. I also have on order some Tamiya paints and clear coats and do not know how long it will take to come here. Tamiya products are starting to be very rare if you want a color other than the Fluo and Neon Orange and Green. Yves Kevin, mtaylor, lmagna and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvesvidal Posted August 22, 2019 Author Share #308 Posted August 22, 2019 Still a few small updates, working on details that make a difference: 1) The anodes on the diving planes, provided by the RCSubs PE set: 2) The menacing teeth, used to cut nets and underwater cables (again pimped up by RCSubs PE set): 3) The rings to attach the crew/sailors when working on untangling the propellers or doing the maintenance of the rear diving planes (Intermountain parts in 1/48th): 4) And finally the net/cables cutter on the top of the bow (again pimped up with RCSubs PE set): Little details, very fragile, but which are slowly turning this kit into a realistic Type VIIc model. Yves jgodsey, mtaylor, Canute and 19 others 22 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popeye the sailor Posted August 23, 2019 Share #309 Posted August 23, 2019 coming along quite nicely........the paint and the detailing looks super! thibaultron, Canute, lambsbk and 4 others 7 Quote I yam wot I yam! finished builds: Billings Nordkap 476 / Billings Cux 87 / Billings Mary Ann / Billings AmericA - reissue Billings Regina - bashed into the Susan A / Andrea Gail 1:20 - semi scratch w/ Billing instructions M&M Fun Ship - semi scratch build / Gundalow - scratch build / Jeanne D'Arc - Heller Phylly C & Denny-Zen - the Lobsie twins - bashed & semi scratch dual build Billing T78 Norden in dry dock: Billing's Gothenborg 1:100 / Billing's Boulogne Etaples 1:20 Billing's Half Moon 1:40 - some scratch required Revell U.S.S. United States 1:96 - plastic/ wood modified / Academy Titanic 1:400 Trawler Syborn - semi scratch / Holiday Harbor dual build - semi scratch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvesvidal Posted August 28, 2019 Author Share #310 Posted August 28, 2019 (edited) Working from Bow to Stern, little by little.... Things are getting very delicate. This large hull must be manipulated with care. Yves Edited August 28, 2019 by yvesvidal BLACK VIKING, amateur, thibaultron and 18 others 21 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popeye the sailor Posted August 29, 2019 Share #311 Posted August 29, 2019 what....you can't just sling it over your shoulder?!?!?! just kidding now for the bit and pieces......really nice! Canute, Old Collingwood, mtaylor and 3 others 6 Quote I yam wot I yam! finished builds: Billings Nordkap 476 / Billings Cux 87 / Billings Mary Ann / Billings AmericA - reissue Billings Regina - bashed into the Susan A / Andrea Gail 1:20 - semi scratch w/ Billing instructions M&M Fun Ship - semi scratch build / Gundalow - scratch build / Jeanne D'Arc - Heller Phylly C & Denny-Zen - the Lobsie twins - bashed & semi scratch dual build Billing T78 Norden in dry dock: Billing's Gothenborg 1:100 / Billing's Boulogne Etaples 1:20 Billing's Half Moon 1:40 - some scratch required Revell U.S.S. United States 1:96 - plastic/ wood modified / Academy Titanic 1:400 Trawler Syborn - semi scratch / Holiday Harbor dual build - semi scratch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvesvidal Posted August 29, 2019 Author Share #312 Posted August 29, 2019 I have been trying to finish the deck, before painting it. Lots of small details and PE parts went on it: Then it is masking time: And a coat of automotive primer to harmonize the whole: Once, the Primer is dry, I will be in a position to start painting the deck. Some pictures: Yves BETAQDAVE, Old Collingwood, Dubz and 14 others 17 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lambsbk Posted August 29, 2019 Share #313 Posted August 29, 2019 Still lovin' it Yves... thibaultron, yvesvidal, Old Collingwood and 3 others 6 Quote Dave U.S.S. Constitution 1:96 Revell build with fiber optic lighting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Collingwood Posted August 29, 2019 Share #314 Posted August 29, 2019 Very nice work - looks so lifelike. OC. yvesvidal, mtaylor, Canute and 2 others 5 Quote Current builds 28mm Battle of Waterloo attack on La Haye Saint Diorama. 1/700 HMS Hood Flyhawk with PE, Resin and Wood Decking. Completed works. Dragon 1/700 HMS Edinburgh type 42 batch 3 Destroyer plastic. HMS Warspite Academy 1/350 plastic kit and wem parts. HMS Trafalgar Airfix 1/350 submarine plastic. Black Pearl 1/72 Revell with pirate crew. Revell 1/48 Mosquito B IV Eduard 1/48 Spitfire IX ICM 1/48 Seafire Mk.III Special Conversion 1/48 Kinetic Sea Harrier FRS1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvesvidal Posted August 30, 2019 Author Share #315 Posted August 30, 2019 (edited) Deck has been painted: The bow and stern platforms are painted with Tamiya Dark Grey XF-24. The rest of the deck is Tamiya XF-64 to simulate the German tar that was spread on metallic deck to prevent sailors from slipping at sea. That tar, originally darker was fading very rapidly with the sun light and the salt. Once the hull has been clear coated, I will try to add some shadings and washes in different locations. That PE deck from RCsubs really stands out. I have been watching some pictures on the web, of the same model where the Trumpeter plastic deck is painted.... and there is absolutely no comparison. It was a lot of work but worth every dollar and drop of sweat. The entire hull is now ready for the waterline decals (just received them from England) and a final mat clear coat to seal everything before the big challenge of weathering. The decals from AMP: Once set on the dark hull, they will be more visible. Yves Edited August 30, 2019 by yvesvidal Jim Rogers, Canute, GrandpaPhil and 14 others 17 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J11 Posted August 30, 2019 Share #316 Posted August 30, 2019 Beautiful work yvesvidal!! In the coming month I assume your going to put her under glass? Also what are you going to use for a mounting base? mtaylor, Canute, Old Collingwood and 1 other 4 Quote Current build project: CSS Alabama 1/96 https://modelshipworld.com/topic/20148-css-alabama-by-jonathan11-revell-196-scale-kit-bash-90-historical-accuracy/ Finished build projects 2018: H.L Hunley 1/24 CSS Arkansas 1/96 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvesvidal Posted August 30, 2019 Author Share #317 Posted August 30, 2019 58 minutes ago, Jonathan11 said: Beautiful work yvesvidal!! In the coming month I assume your going to put her under glass? Also what are you going to use for a mounting base? Jonathan, To be honest, I have not thought about all these details yet. The Mounting base will be very similar to what you are seeing ow, but with longer Brass tubes. I also have to design a base that can include some electronics and switches, for the lights and motors. We will see. This is still far away. Yves popeye the sailor, Canute, thibaultron and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvesvidal Posted August 30, 2019 Author Share #318 Posted August 30, 2019 A few pictures of the completed hull, in intense daylight: This is an interesting play of shadows.... And some deck views: Yves BETAQDAVE, Canute, GrandpaPhil and 13 others 16 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cog Posted August 30, 2019 Share #319 Posted August 30, 2019 Looks a lot like the real deal, Yves. Bien fait! popeye the sailor, lmagna, mtaylor and 6 others 9 Quote Carl "Desperate affairs require desperate measures." Lord Nelson Search and you might find a log ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Collingwood Posted August 30, 2019 Share #320 Posted August 30, 2019 Just as carl says - looks so real. OC. thibaultron, Canute, mtaylor and 2 others 5 Quote Current builds 28mm Battle of Waterloo attack on La Haye Saint Diorama. 1/700 HMS Hood Flyhawk with PE, Resin and Wood Decking. Completed works. Dragon 1/700 HMS Edinburgh type 42 batch 3 Destroyer plastic. HMS Warspite Academy 1/350 plastic kit and wem parts. HMS Trafalgar Airfix 1/350 submarine plastic. Black Pearl 1/72 Revell with pirate crew. Revell 1/48 Mosquito B IV Eduard 1/48 Spitfire IX ICM 1/48 Seafire Mk.III Special Conversion 1/48 Kinetic Sea Harrier FRS1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted August 31, 2019 Share #321 Posted August 31, 2019 It already looks extremely deadly.... a ship killer. Canute, popeye the sailor, yvesvidal and 3 others 6 Quote Mark "The shipwright is slow, but the wood is patient." - me Current Build: Past Builds: La Belle Poule 1765 - French Frigate from ANCRE plans - ON HOLD Triton Cross-Section NRG Hallf Hull Planking Kit HMS Sphinx 1775 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Non-Ship Model: On hold, maybe forever: CH-53 Sikorsky - 1:48 - Revell - Completed Licorne - 1755 from Hahn Plans (Scratch) Version 2.0 (Abandoned) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katuna Posted August 31, 2019 Share #322 Posted August 31, 2019 Yves - I have been following your build for quite a while now and I must say, it's a very impressive build. This model is not for the faint of heart, even if built straight from the box. Your details and crew interaction is great (the battery room comes to mind). I am also building this kit as U-371 in the Med. The kit is almost a blank canvas for anyone that enjoys superdetailing. However, on such a large model, as you well know, it can get overwhelming depending on your desired level of detail. I've never been a rivet counter but I'm finding myself careening in that direction. I think I need to jerk the wheel back straight again! I wish I had your level of ambition. I'm amazed at your progress on a weekly basis. Keep up the good work! popeye the sailor, Canute, Old Collingwood and 4 others 7 Quote Modeling U-371 on 16.10.43 at 1800 off of the Algerian coast in CJ7722 during their 15th patrol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvesvidal Posted September 1, 2019 Author Share #323 Posted September 1, 2019 On 8/31/2019 at 10:05 AM, Katuna said: Yves - I have been following your build for quite a while now and I must say, it's a very impressive build. This model is not for the faint of heart, even if built straight from the box. Your details and crew interaction is great (the battery room comes to mind). I am also building this kit as U-371 in the Med. The kit is almost a blank canvas for anyone that enjoys superdetailing. However, on such a large model, as you well know, it can get overwhelming depending on your desired level of detail. I've never been a rivet counter but I'm finding myself careening in that direction. I think I need to jerk the wheel back straight again! I wish I had your level of ambition. I'm amazed at your progress on a weekly basis. Keep up the good work! Thank you Katuna for all the praises and compliments. As a matter of fact, I have also been following your build log on the AMP web site and find your attention to details absolutely incredible. I am actually planning to use some of your research and Tore's publications to increase the level of detailing of this model and make it closer to the prototype. Tore, Prince, you and a couple of other guys are an incredible source of information that makes the building of this model, so much more entertaining. Keep up the good work and let's finish that Engine compartment. Yves popeye the sailor, Canute, J11 and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvesvidal Posted September 1, 2019 Author Share #324 Posted September 1, 2019 Waterline markings have been set. Now, I need to clear coat the entire hull, before starting the weathering and painting the details. Yves G.L., cog, Dubz and 11 others 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cog Posted September 1, 2019 Share #325 Posted September 1, 2019 Will you be using gloss, satin, or matt? mtaylor, Old Collingwood, popeye the sailor and 3 others 6 Quote Carl "Desperate affairs require desperate measures." Lord Nelson Search and you might find a log ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvesvidal Posted September 1, 2019 Author Share #326 Posted September 1, 2019 2 hours ago, cog said: Will you be using gloss, satin, or matt? Matt, it is. Yves thibaultron, popeye the sailor, lmagna and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katuna Posted September 4, 2019 Share #327 Posted September 4, 2019 Wow, thanks the compliment. I'm just getting back into modeling after about 40 years. Things have changed just a tad. The bar has been raised to the stratosphere! I'm just playing catch up. Glad you're getting some use out of my posts. However, Tore and Don are the true masters. I just translate information. Ah, the Engine compartment. Unfortunately I only get an hour here and there to work on my boat so it's taking a lot longer than I would like. Let me ask you, which compartment was the easiest to get through? After I complete the Engine room, I'm going to need something to bring me back down. 🥴 Canute, lmagna, popeye the sailor and 3 others 6 Quote Modeling U-371 on 16.10.43 at 1800 off of the Algerian coast in CJ7722 during their 15th patrol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvesvidal Posted September 4, 2019 Author Share #328 Posted September 4, 2019 1 hour ago, Katuna said: Let me ask you, which compartment was the easiest to get through? After I complete the Engine room, I'm going to need something to bring me back down. 🥴 For me, the front Torpedoes room was the easiest. Then the Officers Quarters was a lot more tricky because I have been trying to replicate the fuel tank and batteries, underneath. Plus the additional bunks. Finally, the rear torpedoes compartment has been the most delicate because I have two electric motors and the capability to spin the propellers. I have not done anything else. I am focusing right now on the main hull and learning how to weather a model. Like you, I have been away of plastic models for the past 40 years, pretty much. Yves thibaultron, popeye the sailor, lmagna and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvesvidal Posted September 5, 2019 Author Share #329 Posted September 5, 2019 Folks, I am at a cross-roads and a little bit overwhelmed by the extent of what needs to take place. I would like to realize a hull that has seen some actions, but I doubt I can be up to the task. I could go with three different approaches: 1) Perfectly immaculate hull, freshly painted and somewhat un-realistic. Pretty model, quickly done and politically correct. 2) Slightly weathered, mostly saline corrosion and tiny spots of rust here and there. Some algae and salt deposits along the water line. 3) Really beat-up, full of corrosion and salt deposits. There are quite a few models on the web like these and they are outstanding and absolutely mesmerizing of realism and perfection. But these are made by artists and take an enormous amount of work and skills that I do not have. I have been toying and trying some practices on the removable hull (starboard). I am basically trying to stay with the second approach and these are some of my results. If it is not good enough, I am going back to Option #1 and repainting that section of hull. Saline traces coming out of the flood vents. The algae is rather missed..... :-( More saline deposits on the bottom of the hull. Some attempts at playing with rust and paint scaling. What do you guys think? I have not touched the other side of the hull yet. Just practicing... Yves Old Collingwood, Canute, lmagna and 7 others 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted September 5, 2019 Share #330 Posted September 5, 2019 Yves, Follow your heart and see where it leads. You may try #3 and realize you're way over your head. You many do #1 and then be mad later because it's too pristine. I'd say use #2 as your baseline. If you feel comfortable and up to doing more, go for it. I do like the rust by the way and other aging things you've done. Which raises a question... how often were the subs pulled out and put in drydock? Old Collingwood, Jack12477, yvesvidal and 6 others 9 Quote Mark "The shipwright is slow, but the wood is patient." - me Current Build: Past Builds: La Belle Poule 1765 - French Frigate from ANCRE plans - ON HOLD Triton Cross-Section NRG Hallf Hull Planking Kit HMS Sphinx 1775 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Non-Ship Model: On hold, maybe forever: CH-53 Sikorsky - 1:48 - Revell - Completed Licorne - 1755 from Hahn Plans (Scratch) Version 2.0 (Abandoned) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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