I figured since there was no way I'd be finished by the dealine, that the least I could do was post some in progress shots of my build for the Forgotten Sisters Campaign. This is a Fletcher Class destroyer, the USS Healy, DD 672. The kit is the Tamiya Fletcher, which is an early war, round bridge, and naturally, what I wanted was a late war, square bridge, so in addition to over detailing, I've wound up having to do a lot of scratch modifications. The parts are just set in place at the moment, I'll paint the sub-assemblies before I secure them. I have quite a few more small items complete (like the twin 20 mms, etc), but I still have to do all the depth charge racks, a ton of painting, finish assembly to include all the railings and then finsh up all the rigging. I'll also be making a wooden stand and add a brass nameplate.



More photos will follow as I make more progress.

She is noce looking without any finish. Can't wait to see her with paint on.

Hi Tom

It isn't any surprise for me to see your wonderful job with your Fletcher!
I got used to it with your USS Missouri and this "little one" is at the same level!
Take your time and make another master piece.... I can wait
Keep up


Rui

Superb work! Looking forward to seeing more.

Nice work Tom!

looking good, keep on with the great work.