Hi All,
This will serve as the Official Thread for the Pearl Harbor 75th Anniversary Campaign. The Campaign will begin on 07 December 2016 and run until 07 December 2017.
As mentioned in the Campaign Guidelines all ships, planes, automobiles, and scenes from both sides are allowed to participate.
As I am in Hawaii if there is anything anyone needs pictures of please do not hesitate to let me know.
I look forward to this Campaign kicking off and I know it will be a success.
Dave
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Official: Pearl Harbor Anniversary Campaign
rolltide31
#377
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Posted: Saturday, November 05, 2016 - 08:44 AM UTC
ltb073
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Posted: Saturday, November 05, 2016 - 09:45 PM UTC
Would a Academy Consolidated PBY-5A Black Cat USN
https://www.scalehobbyist.com/images/products/ACD/ACD00012487/ACD00012487_0_l.jpg
be acceptable here. I know some were at Pearl but dont know if its the right model
https://www.scalehobbyist.com/images/products/ACD/ACD00012487/ACD00012487_0_l.jpg
be acceptable here. I know some were at Pearl but dont know if its the right model
rolltide31
#377
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Posted: Saturday, November 05, 2016 - 11:03 PM UTC
Sal,
According to this reference the PBY-5s were at Ford Island but not the 5A.
Not sure what the differences are between the two versions.
http://www.navalaviationfoundation.org/archive/sfl/sflshow.php?id=29
Can the kit be built as a PBY-5?
Dave
According to this reference the PBY-5s were at Ford Island but not the 5A.
Not sure what the differences are between the two versions.
http://www.navalaviationfoundation.org/archive/sfl/sflshow.php?id=29
Can the kit be built as a PBY-5?
Dave
rolltide31
#377
Joined: June 27, 2010
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Posted: Saturday, November 05, 2016 - 11:16 PM UTC
Hi everyone,
In preparation for this campaign and to assist with kit selection I am posting this link to the Pearl Harbor Order of Battle.
It is quite extensive and lists details for both American and Japanese Forces.
I hope you find it helpfull. I will post additional information in the days to come
http://www.navweaps.com/index_oob/OOB_WWII_Pacific/OOB_WWII_Pearl_Harbor.htm
Dave
In preparation for this campaign and to assist with kit selection I am posting this link to the Pearl Harbor Order of Battle.
It is quite extensive and lists details for both American and Japanese Forces.
I hope you find it helpfull. I will post additional information in the days to come
http://www.navweaps.com/index_oob/OOB_WWII_Pacific/OOB_WWII_Pearl_Harbor.htm
Dave
TRM5150
Joined: January 03, 2010
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Posted: Sunday, November 06, 2016 - 06:29 AM UTC
What a campaign! 
Talk a bout a huge list to choose from! Looks like we have about 3 weeks to figure something out!
Talk a bout a huge list to choose from! Looks like we have about 3 weeks to figure something out! rolltide31
#377
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Posted: Sunday, November 06, 2016 - 10:03 AM UTC
Todd,
Welcome back my brother. I figured you would be interested in this campaign. Considering that I'm here in Hawaii for the 75th this campaign is near and dear.
Looking forward to seeing what everyone comes up with
Dave
Welcome back my brother. I figured you would be interested in this campaign. Considering that I'm here in Hawaii for the 75th this campaign is near and dear.
Looking forward to seeing what everyone comes up with
Dave
ltb073
Joined: March 08, 2010
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Posted: Sunday, November 06, 2016 - 04:30 PM UTC
Quoted Text
Sal,
According to this reference the PBY-5s were at Ford Island but not the 5A.
Not sure what the differences are between the two versions.
Can the kit be built as a PBY-5?
Dave
Don't know I don't have the kit yet I would have buy it first
I'll see if I can find out what the difference is between a 5 and 5a
TRM5150
Joined: January 03, 2010
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Posted: Monday, November 07, 2016 - 05:38 AM UTC
Sal,
After a little reading (and believe me, I am no aircraft expert )...the main difference between the PBY-5 and 5A is the landing gear. The 5's were strictly amphibious...landing gear was added to the 5A's. Most of the records point to 5's only at that time....I found from Dave's Warbirds site that "the new 5A's" showed up in Hawaii in Spet. of 42.
- http://www.daveswarbirds.com/blackcat/hist-12.htm
After a little reading (and believe me, I am no aircraft expert
)...the main difference between the PBY-5 and 5A is the landing gear. The 5's were strictly amphibious...landing gear was added to the 5A's. Most of the records point to 5's only at that time....I found from Dave's Warbirds site that "the new 5A's" showed up in Hawaii in Spet. of 42.- http://www.daveswarbirds.com/blackcat/hist-12.htm
Grauwolf
#084
Joined: September 14, 2005
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Posted: Tuesday, November 08, 2016 - 05:02 AM UTC
Just joined this campaign...looking forward to start date.
My entry will be a Mirage USS Ward DD 139 in 1:400 scale.
I have had it in my stash for a while...now I have a reason to build it.
Cheers,
Joe
My entry will be a Mirage USS Ward DD 139 in 1:400 scale.
I have had it in my stash for a while...now I have a reason to build it.
Cheers,
Joe
rolltide31
#377
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Posted: Tuesday, November 08, 2016 - 12:11 PM UTC
Joe,
Welcome aboard. Really glad to see that someone is going to build the USS Ward.
Now to see if someone builds a midget submarine.
Dave
Welcome aboard. Really glad to see that someone is going to build the USS Ward.
Now to see if someone builds a midget submarine.
Dave
Grauwolf
#084
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Posted: Tuesday, November 08, 2016 - 04:52 PM UTC
Hi David,
Thanks for the welcome.
I am actually thinking of scratch building the midget sub, in the same scale, to display alongside the ship.
Have a great day!
Thanks for the welcome.
I am actually thinking of scratch building the midget sub, in the same scale, to display alongside the ship.
Have a great day!
KelticKnot
Joined: May 11, 2015
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Posted: Wednesday, November 09, 2016 - 03:57 AM UTC
Since the anniversary of Pearl Harbor happens to be my birthday I have to join in
What I'll actually build is completely unknown at this point, thanks for the order of battle link!
What I'll actually build is completely unknown at this point, thanks for the order of battle link!
rolltide31
#377
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Posted: Thursday, November 10, 2016 - 11:38 AM UTC
Hi Everyone,
I have been looking at developing the ribbon for this campaign. Here is my first attempt. Please let me know your thoughts.
Dave
I have been looking at developing the ribbon for this campaign. Here is my first attempt. Please let me know your thoughts.
Dave
rolltide31
#377
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Posted: Thursday, November 10, 2016 - 11:39 AM UTC
Quoted Text
Since the anniversary of Pearl Harbor happens to be my birthday I have to join in
What I'll actually build is completely unknown at this point, thanks for the order of battle link!
Paul,
welcome aboard! Looking forward to see what you decide to build.
Dave
rolltide31
#377
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Posted: Thursday, November 10, 2016 - 11:48 AM UTC
OK Everyone,
Here is another option.
Your Thoughts?
Dave
Here is another option.
Your Thoughts?
Dave
ltb073
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Posted: Friday, November 11, 2016 - 05:54 PM UTC
Quoted Text
...the main difference between the PBY-5 and 5A is the landing gear. The 5's were strictly amphibious...landing gear was added to the 5A's.
The Todd and thanks for the information I also found that an MG was added to the rear of the 5A
So I guess if I go with this kit I can close up the landing gear openings with some plastic card and putty 
I like both ribbons but I don't think the details of the second one will show up when you shrink it down to proper size
Lakota
#123
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Posted: Friday, November 11, 2016 - 07:37 PM UTC
David,
Sal might be right about losing detail with the second ribbon. Are you using a 48 star or 50 star U.S. flag for the first ribbon? Just my thoughts and comments...
Take care,
Don "Lakota"
Sal might be right about losing detail with the second ribbon. Are you using a 48 star or 50 star U.S. flag for the first ribbon? Just my thoughts and comments...
Take care,
Don "Lakota"
TimReynaga
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Posted: Friday, November 11, 2016 - 07:53 PM UTC
Quoted Text
Hi Everyone,
I have been looking at developing the ribbon for this campaign. Here is my first attempt. Please let me know your thoughts.
Dave
Dave, I like your design for the ribbon very much!
For what it's worth, I'd reverse the order with the Japanese battle ensign on top (they did win this one!) and replace the US flag with a 48-star version. Also, since the ribbon that people will actually see is so small, I'd consider dropping the black band and number. The most successful ribbon designs are, IMHO, usually the simplest.
rolltide31
#377
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Posted: Saturday, November 12, 2016 - 10:18 AM UTC
Tim
Thanks for the feedback. Will change and reorient the flags.
The black band is actually supposed to be the sillouete of the AutoZone Memorial
But as you said it may not look good in such a small ribbon
Dave
Thanks for the feedback. Will change and reorient the flags.
The black band is actually supposed to be the sillouete of the AutoZone Memorial
But as you said it may not look good in such a small ribbon
Dave
YellowHammer
#513
Joined: March 28, 2006
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Posted: Monday, November 14, 2016 - 09:16 AM UTC
Hey guys,
Count me in on this one. Right now I'm looking at a P-40B or SBD-2 but I'm not locked in on either one. But I couldn't let this campaign go by without building something. Looking forward to it!
John
Count me in on this one. Right now I'm looking at a P-40B or SBD-2 but I'm not locked in on either one. But I couldn't let this campaign go by without building something. Looking forward to it!
John
rolltide31
#377
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Posted: Monday, November 14, 2016 - 09:44 AM UTC
Welcome aboard John. Looking forward to seeing what you choose.
Dave
Dave
tegunn
Joined: April 01, 2009
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Posted: Monday, November 14, 2016 - 09:48 AM UTC
I've already started a 1/200 Arizona. Can I join in progress?
rolltide31
#377
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Posted: Monday, November 14, 2016 - 10:24 AM UTC
Randall,
How far along is your progress??
Dave
How far along is your progress??
Dave
tegunn
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Posted: Tuesday, November 15, 2016 - 04:23 AM UTC
About 70-80% I've had this under construction for over 1 1/2 years....No worries if it's too "mature".
tegunn
Joined: April 01, 2009
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Posted: Friday, November 18, 2016 - 02:33 AM UTC
Dave,
Never mind--I navigated and found the rules...no already started models...
Good luck to anyone completing any larger models other that out-of the box in a year!
Never mind--I navigated and found the rules...no already started models...
Good luck to anyone completing any larger models other that out-of the box in a year!
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