Nacioffi Posted August 3, 2014 #1 Posted August 3, 2014 I am scratch building the HMS Victory1n 1:48 scale and I looking to buy the guns for the upper deck ,forecastle,and quarter deck in scale. But I can't seem to find them...Does anyone know where I can buy same ? Nick
druxey Posted August 3, 2014 #2 Posted August 3, 2014 If you are scratch building such a complex model, you must already have the skills to consider turning master barrels and casting them for yourself. Be sure to sign up for an epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series http://trafalgar.tv
uss frolick Posted August 3, 2014 #3 Posted August 3, 2014 The Lumberyard (at dlumberyard.com) has 1/4" scale cast pewter cannon barrels for both medium 12-pounders and long 12-pounders, which ought to cover your Victory needs quite well. He even has 24-pounders if you wanna go down a deck. But the two 68-pounder smashers are another matter ...
allanyed Posted August 4, 2014 #4 Posted August 4, 2014 Nacioffi, Further to Druxey's comment, if you do not have a lathe, purchase one of each size barrel, that you require and then cast your own in resin or pewter. It is not terribly difficult, it will save a lot of money, and it really is gratifying. Careful to get good quality, scale, proper era barrels in the right caliber. Allan
Nacioffi Posted August 4, 2014 Author #5 Posted August 4, 2014 Can anyone direct me to an article etc. re casting ? Nick
allanyed Posted August 4, 2014 #6 Posted August 4, 2014 This topic has been moved to the furniture, guns, etc forum. Allan
allanyed Posted August 4, 2014 #7 Posted August 4, 2014 Naci Three sources are The Art of Ship Modeling, TFFM Vol. 2 and Euryalus 1803, Vol 2. Each is a bit different than the other, but all three work. My preference of course is the last, because it uses a single piece mold, not two part split mold, thus not parting line down the middle of the barrel. I am sure there are other viable sources that other members will hopefully post for you. Allan WackoWolf 1
umeckt Posted May 13, 2015 #8 Posted May 13, 2015 hello. I have a problem that I need help with.i received the coral victory kit sm23 as a gift. the false cannons and the gun port frames and working lids were missing.does anyone have the part numbers and quanity for these items so that I can order them from coral. I would be thankfull for this information.terry
allanyed Posted May 14, 2015 #9 Posted May 14, 2015 Umeckt Try contacting them directly, they would be your best source. Info@corel-srl.it I love what you can find on the internet in 2 minutes. Allan
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