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DKM Scharnhorst by Paul Salomone - 1:72nd Scale German WW2 Heavy Battle Cruiser


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Good morning all, :) 

 

Hello Augie, Johann and Daniel, thanks for looking in and for the kind words.

 

as advised, I am posting some more pictures related to the tower searchlight construction.

 

Here goes:

 

Some scale plans of the 160cm searchlight taken from the "Anatomy of the ship - Bismarck".

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Due to the fact that I shall be needing 5 of these assemblies, I made a simple cardboard jig, to ensure the same measurements for both the support arms and the support foot.

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The first set of support arms needed for the searchlight housing.

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The support duckfoot, which supports both the arms and the searchlight housing.

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Shall be posting more pictures next week.

 

 

 

 

Cheers

 

Paul    :10_1_10:

 

NEVER RETREAT - NEVER SURRENDER

 

JUST DO IT YOUR WAY AND NEVER LOOK BACK

 

Current Build:

1:72nd German WWII Heavy Battle Cruiser DKM Scharnhorst http://modelshipworld...1:72ndDKMScharnhorst/

 

Future Build Logs:

German WWII Captured Flower Class Corvette.

German WWII Armed Trawler.

German WWII Aircraft Carrier - Graf Zeppelin.

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Good morning all, :piratebo5:

 

Some more updates related to the construction of the tower searchlight.

 

Here goes:

 

A view of the search light installation from the left hand side.

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A view of the search light installation from the right hand side.

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The support structure taking shape.

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Another view.

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More details added.

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A view from the rear.

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Starting off with the detailing.

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The detailing well underway.

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An elevational view.

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Shall be posting more pictures some time this week.

 

Cheers

 

Paul    :10_1_10:

 

NEVER RETREAT - NEVER SURRENDER

 

JUST DO IT YOUR WAY AND NEVER LOOK BACK

 

Current Build:

1:72nd German WWII Heavy Battle Cruiser DKM Scharnhorst http://modelshipworld...1:72ndDKMScharnhorst/

 

Future Build Logs:

German WWII Captured Flower Class Corvette.

German WWII Armed Trawler.

German WWII Aircraft Carrier - Graf Zeppelin.

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There certainly are a lot of complex details in your build Paul.

 

Michael

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Paul,

 

Your attention to detail is just astounding. Fantastic work, as always.

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Paul, this build really is very impressive, you must be so proud of your achievement so far.

 

Very much enjoying this ride, thank you.

 

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 Hello Paul,

                    I have just caught up with your log on scharnhorst,   , and new web site,    i have not been well lately,

 problem with ticker,so modelling been a bit slow , but i have finished the trawler and had it on pool , went well , 

    still finding attention detail jaw dropping ,    and photos first class cheers Larry...

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Hello Michael, Grant, Adrieke, Brian Mobbsie and Larry - Wow, do you mind if I go for politics, I really would appreciate your votes. I promise you all loads of modeling facilities and boating ponds.

 

To tell you the truth Mobbsie, modestly speaking, I do feel a bit proud, but the hard work and hours of relentless research, are bit by bit taking their toll as well. The only good thing about it is that al lot of things were standard on all ships of the DKM, so if no information is available in the Scharnhorst sections, they may be found in other ships sections. But anyway - bit by bit getting there.

 

Hello Larry, sorry to hear that you were ill, I hope that you are well now. Take things easy, we only get older by the day and not younger, so please just enjoy life. I still would like to see you again in Malta. Give my best regards to the Mrs. and the dog.

Cheers

 

Paul    :10_1_10:

 

NEVER RETREAT - NEVER SURRENDER

 

JUST DO IT YOUR WAY AND NEVER LOOK BACK

 

Current Build:

1:72nd German WWII Heavy Battle Cruiser DKM Scharnhorst http://modelshipworld...1:72ndDKMScharnhorst/

 

Future Build Logs:

German WWII Captured Flower Class Corvette.

German WWII Armed Trawler.

German WWII Aircraft Carrier - Graf Zeppelin.

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Good morning all, :) 

 

The searchlight assembly is approaching it's final stages as well. But still more detailing to go in.

 

Some pictures showing the progress so far.

 

The support structure.

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The light housing with some of the detailing.

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The light housing put in place - just for the photo shot.

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A view from the rear.

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The searchlight installation, approaching it's final stages.

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A view from the side.

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A view from the rear.

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The future look when finished.

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A view from the front - nothing is fixed in place yet, just set up for the photo shot.

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Shall be posting more next week.

Cheers

 

Paul    :10_1_10:

 

NEVER RETREAT - NEVER SURRENDER

 

JUST DO IT YOUR WAY AND NEVER LOOK BACK

 

Current Build:

1:72nd German WWII Heavy Battle Cruiser DKM Scharnhorst http://modelshipworld...1:72ndDKMScharnhorst/

 

Future Build Logs:

German WWII Captured Flower Class Corvette.

German WWII Armed Trawler.

German WWII Aircraft Carrier - Graf Zeppelin.

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Hello Sjors,

 

Thanks a lot. Unfortunately no - the searchlight is meant to be just a static model. if I had to light up all the ship, it would take me another 3 years to the planned three to get it ready.

Cheers

 

Paul    :10_1_10:

 

NEVER RETREAT - NEVER SURRENDER

 

JUST DO IT YOUR WAY AND NEVER LOOK BACK

 

Current Build:

1:72nd German WWII Heavy Battle Cruiser DKM Scharnhorst http://modelshipworld...1:72ndDKMScharnhorst/

 

Future Build Logs:

German WWII Captured Flower Class Corvette.

German WWII Armed Trawler.

German WWII Aircraft Carrier - Graf Zeppelin.

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Great work Paul - always enjoy reading your updates to see the next clever approach to capturing detail. Super stuff!

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I understand it Paul,

 

It was just a question…...

And indeed the size of the ship take you a few years when you have to wire it.

 

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Just a fascinating and incredible project to watch... thanks Paul.  Magnificent build.

Mark
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CH-53 Sikorsky - 1:48 - Revell - Completed                                                   Licorne - 1755 from Hahn Plans (Scratch) Version 2.0 (Abandoned)         

         

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

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Another fantastic build for me to follow. Totally impressive detail and construction.

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Good morning all, :piratebo5: 

Thank you all for visiting my build and for the ever lasting encouraging words - they are the keep on going pills for such a project.

Hello Brian, yes I shall be finishing the model with an airbrush, keeping a standard pressure of 1.2 bars. The finish paint must be satin, in order to give a smooth finish with quick drying capabilities. More then that the paint must be all weather resistant, and diluted with cellulose thinner. Mix percentage is 60% paint with 40% thinner. Keep the airbrush at a distance of 12 to 16cm away from the model, depending on the type of piece, plus always keep a watch out on the trigger.

Hello Sjors, I would really like to wire it up, but time is not on my side.

Hello Grant, mark, Sherry and 4whelr - thanks a lot for your kind comments.

Cheers

 

Paul    :10_1_10:

 

NEVER RETREAT - NEVER SURRENDER

 

JUST DO IT YOUR WAY AND NEVER LOOK BACK

 

Current Build:

1:72nd German WWII Heavy Battle Cruiser DKM Scharnhorst http://modelshipworld...1:72ndDKMScharnhorst/

 

Future Build Logs:

German WWII Captured Flower Class Corvette.

German WWII Armed Trawler.

German WWII Aircraft Carrier - Graf Zeppelin.

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simply fantastic Paul.........such a sight to see!   great job!  ;)

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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
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Good morning all, :piratebo5:

 

Hello Popeye and Michael, Many thanks for looking in and for your kind compliments.

 

Today, I am going to post the last pictures related to the construction of the search light installation, as it is now awaiting the right moment for the finishing stages.

 

Here goes:

 

 

An overall view showing the detail and the bolt heads.

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A front view.

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A view from the side.

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A view from the other side.

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A close up view.

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An elevational view,  displaying all the other parts, to be fixed in place during the finishing process.

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Now some pictures related to the last range finder making part of the tower. This is a 2 meter long range finder, and is situated just below the Admiral's bridge.

 

The platform with it's sheet steel parapet wall.

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A view from the under side showing all support struts.

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The armoured base housing, on which the range finder sits.

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Starting off with the housing.

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Applying filler to create the taper edge..

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The range finder housing well under way.

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The assembly ready for the next stage - detailing.

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A side view.

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A close up view.

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shall be posting more pictures next week.

 

 

Cheers

 

Paul    :10_1_10:

 

NEVER RETREAT - NEVER SURRENDER

 

JUST DO IT YOUR WAY AND NEVER LOOK BACK

 

Current Build:

1:72nd German WWII Heavy Battle Cruiser DKM Scharnhorst http://modelshipworld...1:72ndDKMScharnhorst/

 

Future Build Logs:

German WWII Captured Flower Class Corvette.

German WWII Armed Trawler.

German WWII Aircraft Carrier - Graf Zeppelin.

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Thank you Brian. :P

Cheers

 

Paul    :10_1_10:

 

NEVER RETREAT - NEVER SURRENDER

 

JUST DO IT YOUR WAY AND NEVER LOOK BACK

 

Current Build:

1:72nd German WWII Heavy Battle Cruiser DKM Scharnhorst http://modelshipworld...1:72ndDKMScharnhorst/

 

Future Build Logs:

German WWII Captured Flower Class Corvette.

German WWII Armed Trawler.

German WWII Aircraft Carrier - Graf Zeppelin.

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that searchlight just looks awesome :)

 

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Thank you Adrieke.

Cheers

 

Paul    :10_1_10:

 

NEVER RETREAT - NEVER SURRENDER

 

JUST DO IT YOUR WAY AND NEVER LOOK BACK

 

Current Build:

1:72nd German WWII Heavy Battle Cruiser DKM Scharnhorst http://modelshipworld...1:72ndDKMScharnhorst/

 

Future Build Logs:

German WWII Captured Flower Class Corvette.

German WWII Armed Trawler.

German WWII Aircraft Carrier - Graf Zeppelin.

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brilliant work my friend - as always

Its all part of Kev's journey, bit like going to the dark side, but with the lights on
 

All the best

Kevin :omg:


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