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So i mentioned in my Hachette Bismark Re-Issue build diary that i had been looking for the original kit for years, with no joy. i specifically wanted a complete, un-started kit, which, as you can imagine, is like rocking horse droppings! Well, while browsing a well-known internet auction site, i came across my 'holy grail'  . A complete, unstarted original kit with all binders and free gifts! Definitely not cheap, but then it was the kit i had been searching for. After exchanging funds, the kit has duly arrived, and i must say i'm very impressed! Hardly any warpage (although the first part of the keel base needed a quick steam iron-but not a lot), and the parts go together like a dream - so far  . The shots below show the assembly of the first 6 stages ( out of 140). I decided to fix it to a build board,just on the off chance and to keep everything as straight as possible. I made some locating guides for the cross beams out of scrap wood, again to aid alignment. I also ordered 'Anatomy of the Ship - The battleship Bismarck' by Stephan Draminski - an unbelievable source of photos and material, highly recommended for any builder of this ship whoever the manufacturer. Amati, who produced this kit for both Hatchette and Modelspace, kindly provided a very good build diary (which is where I copied the cross beam tip from), although much speeded up  So here are the photos of my progress so far. CaptnBirdseye attached the following image(s):
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Nice start and have fun with her, be careful with the stern area as its easy to put a bend in the hull here  Current builds:-C57,Zero, Lamborghini Countach, Caldercraft HMS Agamemnon,Robi,R2-D2, MFH Cobra .
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Hi, Good start looking forward to see more pregress and post photos. Enjoy the build.
Joe
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Nice start!Greetings,
Walter
Present builds:
Revell B-24D Liberator 1:48
On the shelf:
Italeri "Fiat Mefistofele", Italeri "Moto Guzzi California", Fokker "Red Baron", Revell Bismarck, Revell Tirpitz, Arab Dow, Stage Coach, .....
Completed builds:
McLaren MP4/4, D-51 Steam Locomotive, HMS Victory, GWH F-15D Eagle, St. Stephen`s Cathedral (cardboard), Solar-powered paddle Steamer (little project with my son), HMS Victory X-section, "Geli" Phantom II (cardboard)
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Now you have this you must be a real happy chappy…. .. Looks like you're off to a great start, I'll be following your progress closely so good luck with the build..... Regards Alan
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Andy, Joe, Walter, Alan, thanks for looking in guys, and your comments. Alan, your not wrong there I have got BOTH on the go now so busy, but happy, boy  Andy, having seen the video build of what's coming up, i have to agree with you (although Modelbau who is doing the build doesn't seem at all fazed  ), this could be the 'banana boat' moment 
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Nice start gray looking forward to your progress regards Phil COMING SOON =1/72 Italeri diorama`s Battle for the Reichstag and Stalingrad battle at the tractor factory 1/16 Trumpeter King Tiger with loads of extras ON THE GO= refurbishment of 1/25 Tamiya tiger 1 , amt Star trek kits and space 1999 models
So Much to Build,But What a Hobby!
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tigerace wrote:Nice start gray looking forward to your progress regards Phil Thanks Phil. she seems to be going together well for a kit that's, what 11 years old? Here are stages 7 to 10. I have to say i was a little worried with the stern, as she seemed to be developing a small warp. However, pleased to see once the strengtheners were added, she straightened up a treat . The locating lugs for the deck supports have now been removed and getting ready for the next stage: planking  . The last photo shows the shear size of this thing, alongside my Trinny! She's gunna be a big'un  CaptnBirdseye attached the following image(s):
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Nice steady progress Gray, all looking good.... Regards Alan
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Thanks Alan, she seems to be coming together quite well so far
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Thats all looking very nice grey. I attempted this one when it first came out and ended up messing up my hull build. I did replace the full kit for such a time i might have some time on my hands to indulge my hobbies but in the mean time have opted for the new hachette metal hull version as something that (certainly so far) looks easier to put together. Just reading through your updates i see you are following the youtube build of this one but out of interest wondered if you have come across the following link. While the builder never completed the kit in terms of site updates he did pick out a few issues as he progressed so thought you might be interested. Hope your build continues well. http://www.buildthebismarck.co.uk/ Happy Modelling
BUILDING: Hachette Spitfire Mk 1A, Constructo Mayflower
SUBSCRIPTION COMPLETE (Awaiting building): USS Constitution, Sovereign of the Seas, 1:200 Bismarck (Hachette)
COMPLETED: Porsche 911, E-Type Jaguar, Lam Countach
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Thanks for looking in Tony, your comments are appreciated. Shame about your kit, but can see how easily it is done. The metal hull version is a lot easier, and i'm building them both together so will have to see which i prefer, but this was the one i'd always hankered after. I had seen that build log, thanks, but never followed it through to the end as i'd found Modelbau's video which i thought was a lot easier to follow. He doesn't show the pitfalls, or all the preparation needed, but gives an idea of the steps to follow. Regards Gray
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Nice progress Gray. Coming together nicely! Regards, Phil W. Completed projects: 1/43 scale Bedford HA van / 1/43 scale MG TD sports car
Current projects: 1/48 scale U-boat [U230]
Future projects: 1/148 scale railway diorama / 1/50 scale R/C Volvo F89 logging truck / 1/148 scale Thunderbirds Fireflash
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Thanks Phil, have to say enjoying it so far
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Hi Gray, Good luck with your build. I will be following eagerly. Kind regards, Garth "Measure twice, cut once!!!"
Finished!!! HMS Victory,
Current build: Black Pearl.
On hold: Bismarck, Golden Hind, Flying Scotsman, Victory Cross Section, SOTS, Tiger 1.
Wish list: USS Constitution.
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Nice start Gray, looking forward to seeing this come together. Mark
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Thanks for looking in and your comments guys
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