ChrisLBren Posted October 7, 2021 Author Share #31 Posted October 7, 2021 Greetings ! Pack 4 of the Bismarck is completed. I have huge admiration for plastic modelers who use photo etch - which is a fiddly pain. Here are some updated photos - 1/3rd of the ship is complete - and a lot more challenging than I thought. It is fun using different techniques - and the wiring and motors are cool. After this one will return to the world of wooden ships - probably finishing the Wappen Von Hamburg and then my retirement project - either Le Gros Ventre in 1/36 (the keel parts are already completed) or La Renommee in 1/36 (plans are enlarged and ready to go) hof00, mikegr, Old Collingwood and 6 others 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisLBren Posted October 7, 2021 Author Share #32 Posted October 7, 2021 So I added a comparison photo of 1/2 the length of Bismarck @1/200 scale compared to the WVH @ 1/50 -crazy how long this beast will be when completed. TOM G, mtaylor, Haliburton and 8 others 9 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikegr Posted October 8, 2021 Share #33 Posted October 8, 2021 On 6/6/2021 at 3:19 PM, ChrisLBren said: LOL - at 130 per month for the next 10 months - I cant leave this build to chance until he earns the skills. And Im having too much fun with it !!!!!! Because its for him. Otherwise a modeler wouldn't spend 1500$ for a kit with plastic deck🙂 lmagna, mtaylor and Canute 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisLBren Posted October 8, 2021 Author Share #34 Posted October 8, 2021 Thanks for the encouragment Mike - really appreciate it ! mtaylor, mikegr, Canute and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kearnold Posted October 8, 2021 Share #35 Posted October 8, 2021 On 5/23/2021 at 5:16 PM, ChrisLBren said: Update ! Unlike wood ship models - working with multi media is more like a jigsaw puzzle - very relaxing and easy. Here's the results of the first three packs, forward deck, first of four Arado plans and the "Anton" turret. I need to install the motor/electronics in the "Anton" forward gun turret next. Agora is terrific as far as customer service - if you damage or break a part they will send you a replacement ASAP. The metal hull parts are terrific - she will be almost 4 feet long when completed. I gather you are not going totally realistic by omitting certain decals? Canute and mtaylor 2 Quote K. Arnold noobie with a LOT to learn AL "Scottish Maid" renamed "Lady Gina"complete AL "Virginia" renamed "Gina Marie"complete Al Virginia (second build) complete Corel "Scotland" in progress OcCre "Corsair" in progress Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisLBren Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share #36 Posted October 11, 2021 Yes no swastika decals on this one. reklein, Roger Pellett, Canute and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kearnold Posted October 11, 2021 Share #37 Posted October 11, 2021 2 hours ago, ChrisLBren said: Yes no swastika decals on this one. I think, though not sure, it is a law that they can't be on it. Although I don't know of if it is a German, European, or American law. I know that the symbol was perverted, but for historical accuracy? Canute, lmagna and mtaylor 3 Quote K. Arnold noobie with a LOT to learn AL "Scottish Maid" renamed "Lady Gina"complete AL "Virginia" renamed "Gina Marie"complete Al Virginia (second build) complete Corel "Scotland" in progress OcCre "Corsair" in progress Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisLBren Posted November 5, 2021 Author Share #38 Posted November 5, 2021 Pack 5 is completed out of 12 - this model at this stage has more wires than our Christmas Tree. I should be testing many of the functions in the next Pack. Forward superstructure complete - second turret "Bruno" added. marktiedens, rvchima, Canute and 6 others 8 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted November 6, 2021 Share #39 Posted November 6, 2021 And the monster grows.... and looks great. Canute 1 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...
hof00 Posted March 24, 2022 Share #40 Posted March 24, 2022 On 11/6/2021 at 11:14 AM, ChrisLBren said: Pack 5 is completed out of 12 - this model at this stage has more wires than our Christmas Tree. I should be testing many of the functions in the next Pack. Forward superstructure complete - second turret "Bruno" added. Hi Chris, Wondering how your going with your Bismarck build? There are three currently underway, (Four with your example.), that I know about on this site. Would be interested to see your progress at some stage. Cheers....HOF. mtaylor and Canute 2 Quote Completed Builds: A/L Bluenose II A/L Mare Nostrum Sergal/Mantua Cutty Sark A/L Pen Duick A/L Fulgaro Amati/Partworks 1/200 Bismarck A/L Sanson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisLBren Posted March 24, 2022 Author Share #41 Posted March 24, 2022 Its a fun build - Ill send some photos soon. Next step is hooking up all of the wires (which are many) to the main circuit board. The build is a combination of working with metal, plastics and electronics. Its a very different build than a wooden ship. mtaylor and hof00 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisLBren Posted March 26, 2022 Author Share #42 Posted March 26, 2022 (edited) Underside of the Superstructure deck - fully wired into the circuit board. Lets hope it works ! Latest full profile photo - I am halfway thru pack 8 of 12. Edited March 26, 2022 by ChrisLBren Old Collingwood, Canute, hof00 and 8 others 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hof00 Posted March 27, 2022 Share #43 Posted March 27, 2022 Nice!! Lots of Servos there.... I guess you have been testing things as you progress, i.e. your Anchor Windlass's.) Question for you, are your Decks wooden, printed or otherwise? Cheers....HOF. Canute, Ian_Grant and mtaylor 3 Quote Completed Builds: A/L Bluenose II A/L Mare Nostrum Sergal/Mantua Cutty Sark A/L Pen Duick A/L Fulgaro Amati/Partworks 1/200 Bismarck A/L Sanson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisLBren Posted March 27, 2022 Author Share #44 Posted March 27, 2022 Thanks HOF - the deck is plastic. The design nature of this kit makes it necessary as you can see all of the wiring, motors and servos involved you need to screw in to the bottom of the deck. I have seen some terrific examples of this model weathered - which I may or may not do - I dont have much experience with this technique https://community.agoramodels.com/topic/340-bismarck-photos/page/2/#comments hof00, mtaylor and Canute 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rvchima Posted April 16, 2022 Share #45 Posted April 16, 2022 I'm building the Amati Bismarck. Now I have severe electronics envy! king derelict, hof00, Canute and 1 other 4 Quote Rod Current Build - HMS Sphinx, 20 Gun Frigate from 1775 Previous Builds Bismarck, WWII German Battleship, Prinz Eugen, WWII German Heavy Cruiser (Aeronaut), U-Boat 47 (Amati), HM Bark Endeavour (Caldercraft), US Brig Syren (MS), Arno XI Ferrari Hydroplane (Amati), Osberg Viking Ship (Billings), Anteo Harbour Tug (Panart), Marie Felling Harbour Tug (Caldercraft), Arleigh-Burke guided missile destroyer (Bluejacket) Seguin, Steam Tug from 1884, Mississippi Steamboat Robert E. Lee (Amati) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisLBren Posted April 19, 2022 Author Share #46 Posted April 19, 2022 Thanks Rod - its a fun build. I think the Amati model is terrific too - probably more accurate and detailed than the Agora version and less expensive. The electronics sold me though ! hof00, mtaylor and Canute 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisLBren Posted April 24, 2022 Author Share #47 Posted April 24, 2022 Turbine room completed - I have a lot of respect for the plastic modelers out there - took me a week to get it right. Also overall shot of the ship hof00, Canute, GrandpaPhil and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hof00 Posted April 25, 2022 Share #48 Posted April 25, 2022 (edited) Hi Chap, Coming along nicely!! (Have you been testing your "Electrics?" 🙂) Cheers....HOF. Edited April 25, 2022 by hof00 mtaylor and Canute 2 Quote Completed Builds: A/L Bluenose II A/L Mare Nostrum Sergal/Mantua Cutty Sark A/L Pen Duick A/L Fulgaro Amati/Partworks 1/200 Bismarck A/L Sanson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just an modeller Posted May 16, 2022 Share #49 Posted May 16, 2022 Bought my 11 year old son the trumpeter bismarck 1/200 with alot of detail packs This was his first model too! And my lord he was good I didn't do anything to help him Lol Hope that your son could build some stuff maybe simple stuff on it Keep us posted Canute and mtaylor 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just an modeller Posted May 19, 2022 Share #50 Posted May 19, 2022 On 5/16/2022 at 4:33 PM, Just an modeller said: Bought my 11 year old son the trumpeter bismarck 1/200 with alot of detail packs This was his first model too! And my lord he was good I didn't do anything to help him Lol Hope that your son could build some stuff maybe simple stuff on it Keep us posted mtaylor, GrandpaPhil, yvesvidal and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hof00 Posted July 4, 2022 Share #51 Posted July 4, 2022 Hi Chris, Just wondering how you are getting on with your Bismarck.... 🙂 Cheers....HOF. mtaylor and Canute 2 Quote Completed Builds: A/L Bluenose II A/L Mare Nostrum Sergal/Mantua Cutty Sark A/L Pen Duick A/L Fulgaro Amati/Partworks 1/200 Bismarck A/L Sanson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisLBren Posted July 5, 2022 Author Share #52 Posted July 5, 2022 Thanks for checking in - as a matter of fact Im midway thru the last pack and should have her finished by the end of the month. Pics soon...... Canute, hof00, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmy112 Posted July 8, 2022 Share #53 Posted July 8, 2022 On 5/19/2022 at 6:21 PM, Just an modeller said: On 5/19/2022 at 6:21 PM, Just an modeller said: hello i saw how no one replied to your son wonderful work how did he do it? i would be getting glue marks all the time! at that age you should give that gentlemen a nice reward cheers Canute and mtaylor 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisLBren Posted July 19, 2022 Author Share #54 Posted July 19, 2022 Bismarck is completed. All of the electronics work (turrets rotate, elevate, and make firing noise), as well as props, lights and anchors. My kids think its the greatest ship ever - so its going in their room ! It was a fun build but a bit dissapointing considering its price - as you can see - massive fail plastic fail on the main mast while rigging. I used EZ line - not much tension and it buckled. This part should have been made out of metal vs plastic that bends. I am anxious to get back to working with wood on an Ancre build after this year long project. The best thing about this one is it got me out of the modeling doldrums - I am now carving out 2 hours a day early morning in the shop before I start my work day. hof00, Ian_Grant, mikegr and 9 others 11 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjdale Posted July 19, 2022 Share #55 Posted July 19, 2022 Great job Chris. I'm sure the kids will treasure this for many years to come. king derelict, hof00, Dave_E and 2 others 5 Quote Grant ____________________________________________________ Current builds: African Queen - Radio Control / Live Steam Previous builds: The Shipyard at Foss' Landing (Diorama), Hannah - Ship in a Bottle, NRG Capstan Project, 1869 Allerton Steam Pumper, Medway Longboat , Alfa Romeo Spider Gran Touring (Pocher) , Da Vinci Flying Machine, 1949 Chris Craft 19' Racing Runabout - Dumas - Radio, Bomb Vessel Granado, 1742 - Cross Section - Scratchbuild, HMS Victory (Mamoli 1:90), Cutty Sark, Armed Pinnace, Bounty, Santa Maria At another place: Stephenson's Rocket (OcCre 1:24) (click the title to follow the link) In the Gallery: Lancia Armata 1803, Bomb Vessel Granada, 1742 Cross Section, 1949 Chris Craft 19' Racing Runabout Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hof00 Posted July 19, 2022 Share #56 Posted July 19, 2022 Hi Chris, Very nice indeed!! As Grant said, your children will appreciate this for many years.... 🙂 Cheers and Regards, Harry. Canute and mtaylor 2 Quote Completed Builds: A/L Bluenose II A/L Mare Nostrum Sergal/Mantua Cutty Sark A/L Pen Duick A/L Fulgaro Amati/Partworks 1/200 Bismarck A/L Sanson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccoyle Posted July 19, 2022 Share #57 Posted July 19, 2022 Outstanding result, Chris! Dave_E, Canute, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote Chris Coyle Greer, South Carolina When you have to shoot, shoot. Don't talk. - Tuco Current builds: Brigantine Phoenix, Hawker Hurricane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted July 20, 2022 Share #58 Posted July 20, 2022 Great build and the idea of things moving remotely is amazing. I agree that it's something they will treasure. hof00, Dave_E, Ryland Craze and 1 other 4 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...
ChrisLBren Posted July 20, 2022 Author Share #59 Posted July 20, 2022 Thanks everyone for the compliments ! Canute and mtaylor 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave_E Posted July 20, 2022 Share #60 Posted July 20, 2022 Outstanding build Sir! 👍😀 mtaylor and Canute 2 Quote Dave Current builds: Rattlesnake Completed builds: Lady Nelson On the shelf: NRG Half Hull Project, Various metal, plastic and paper models Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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