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Gremlin56
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Posted: Sunday, January 26, 2014 - 02:56 AM UTC
Looking extremely good Kev, expert job
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Posted: Tuesday, February 11, 2014 - 04:06 AM UTC
Well its been a while since my last post but I've been playing with paint to achieve a wood finish that I was happy with . . .

Its supposed to represent a damaged hull being repaired, showing the diagonal planking . . .











Thanks for looking hope you like it.

Ta for your comments Julian.

Cheers Kev
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Posted: Tuesday, February 11, 2014 - 07:21 AM UTC
Looks great Kev, very convincing wood grain effect and a good idea for added visual interest. Al
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Posted: Tuesday, February 11, 2014 - 11:51 AM UTC
Ahoy Kev

Great work I love your weathering & diorama idea.

Cheers

Sean
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Posted: Wednesday, February 12, 2014 - 02:07 AM UTC
Lovely work Kev, I like the small details like the nail tracks
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Posted: Wednesday, February 12, 2014 - 09:28 PM UTC
Thank you for your comments guys . .

On the advice of a friend I've tried to add a bit of depth to the primer.

See what you think







Cheers Kev
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Posted: Friday, February 14, 2014 - 01:08 AM UTC
Just a small update but a big step forward for me Photoetch . . .


Managed to put together the magazine holders using a combination of solder and superglue.

No bits broken and no loss of temper but it was a close run thing. How the hell you guys work at 1/350 or 1/700 I shudder think, Must be where the term headbangers came from





Cheers Kev
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Posted: Friday, February 14, 2014 - 01:12 AM UTC
Try getting hold of Gator Grip glue from our regular "glue dealer" Kenny Loup. Magic stuff Kev, can help take a way a lot of stress
One of the fancy "Hold and Fold" PE torture tools can be a big help too.
I would also recommend a "Creme Brule" chef's torch for anealing the PE, ( hope I spelt that correctly).
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Posted: Friday, February 14, 2014 - 05:14 AM UTC
Thanks Julian,

Have to get some of this here Gator Grip !

Got a hold n fold and torch.

Always good to get tips

Cheers Kev
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Posted: Saturday, February 15, 2014 - 09:38 PM UTC
I love the Effect you have achieved on the Hull. Really nice work.....Cheers mark
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Posted: Friday, February 21, 2014 - 06:24 AM UTC
Thanks Mark,

A big step forward today . . . I've stuck the deck down ! I hope I've remembered to put everything in



Note the addition of an engineer !

















Thanks for looking,

Cheers Kev
Gremlin56
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Posted: Friday, February 21, 2014 - 06:26 AM UTC
Magic, it's a pity all the work you put into the inner hull isn't visible, It's really top notch work Kev
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Posted: Friday, February 21, 2014 - 06:37 AM UTC
Outstanding! Great job Kev. Al
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Posted: Tuesday, February 25, 2014 - 03:34 AM UTC
Some progress made today . . . parts need to be blended in but definately looking more ship shape













Thanks for looking
Cheers Kev
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Posted: Wednesday, February 26, 2014 - 03:21 AM UTC
It's a pleasure to pop in and have a look Kev, really excellent things happening here,
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Posted: Wednesday, February 26, 2014 - 06:28 AM UTC
Ahoy Kev

Truly outstanding work indeed.

I love the effect on the torpedeos & the whole scene.


Cheers


Sean
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Posted: Thursday, February 27, 2014 - 11:15 AM UTC
Hey Kev, posted earlier but I see it did not take. Just wanted you to know that I have been watching your build and find it very exceptional. All the detail you have worked into this kit is just mind blowing. I like how you put your lighting inside and the main cable from the shack to the boat is great. The peeled paint around the new wood is fantastic, it came out real good. I had opened the engine room on my Vosper and put in a light bar across with 2 bulbs inside. Problem is I can't remember what size the mini bulbs are and I don't want to blow them out. When you add lighting for the interior it looks great and brings the viewer into it with all the detail you have done. Sitting in the cradle on the dock is very original and your craftmanship shows. Absolutly one of the best water dio's I have seen. Looking forward to more of your splended work. bob d.
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Posted: Thursday, February 27, 2014 - 08:08 PM UTC
Hi Guys,

Thanks for your encouragement!

Got to say as I approach the conclusion of this build I'm well and truly hooked - can't remember the last time I had so much fun with my clothes on

The intention is to try the Airfix 1/72 Vosper tarted up with the Coastal Craft fittings

http://www.coastalcraftmodels.com/pdf/pricelist/Coastal%20Craft%20Price%20List%20Nationals%202013%20-%20BT012-040%20CC%20flier%20A5%204pp.pdf

A) To practise my photo etch work B) To see if I can work in a smaller scale How you guys work in the micro scales I beyond me.

Then it could be the crazy project

http://modelshipwrights.kitmaker.net/forums/219042&page=1

Bob would it be worth trying your bulbs with one battery, then another until they light, that will give you the min voltage.

Thanks for looking

Cheers Kev
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Posted: Thursday, February 27, 2014 - 08:40 PM UTC
Good morning Kev, your up early Your project is not that crazy actually. You have set me thinking about the Airfix 1/24th scale Typhoon that will be released sometime this year. The model is packed with details and removing parts of the wings and fuselage will allow the details to be seen
No, good idea for an interesting project
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Posted: Friday, February 28, 2014 - 12:40 AM UTC
Hi Julian,

" Your project is not that crazy actually. "
I think I'll frame your quote and hang it above my bench ;o)

The typhoon, would that be the one I saw at Telford?
If so its a beauty ! The detail was fantastic, was almost tempted . . . no got to many projects in my head now

A cut away of that would be fantastic. We could form the cut away club lol.

Cheers Kev
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Posted: Friday, February 28, 2014 - 12:45 AM UTC

Quoted Text



A cut away of that would be fantastic. We could form the cut away club lol.

Cheers Kev


Either that or the "Crazy project builders"

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Posted: Friday, February 28, 2014 - 04:46 AM UTC
Bit more progress

Finally got the water looking how I wanted - Med in the sun









Cheers Kev
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Posted: Friday, February 28, 2014 - 11:07 AM UTC
Hey Kev, your right. I will attemp it with a triple a battery first and if need be go up from there. Thanks, bob d.
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Posted: Sunday, March 30, 2014 - 07:45 AM UTC
After a break forced by work and then a holiday . . .

Good to be back. The following pics cover a number of finishing pieces.













Thanks for looking and your comment will be welcome

Cheers Kev
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Posted: Sunday, March 30, 2014 - 08:16 AM UTC
Awesome work Kev.
Not sure how this build has slipped by me and tonight was the first time I've seen it. Had a good read of all the pages.

Looking forward to seeing more.
Stephen.
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