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IJN Carrier Chitose
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Posted: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 - 03:58 PM UTC
Christian Hoeltge shares his latest creation to sail from his bench, the IJN Aircraft Carrier Chitose.

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Posted: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 - 05:30 PM UTC
Thanks for this, Christian - what an excellent build! The complex paint scheme looks great, and the tiny sailors and aircrew really bring the ship alive. I love the four airmen showing up late for the briefing. Outstanding!

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Posted: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 - 08:38 PM UTC
Chirstian, Excellent work! I know they are out there but I've never seen 1/700 pilots o a flight deck before - greatly enhances the model. That P/E and other details creates a level of authenticity that is incredible.
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Posted: Wednesday, July 27, 2016 - 08:30 PM UTC
Thanks Frederick and Tim.

Yes the figs bring life to the ship.
I just have to overcome myself to get them painted .

Greetings Christian
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