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After the sudden "Crash" of my Spitfire build i decided to come back to the HMS Victory and tackle the x-section build i purchased years ago.
Stealing some of the tips of Laszlo`s build i started to build up the ribs.DaDokta attached the following image(s): 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 that is a novel way of holding the parts together. Also have this kit in my stash, so will be watching with interest. Mark
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Love your builds Walter, they are always a pleasure to follow. And agree with Mark, a novel way to use Lego
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Thanks guys for your comments - but as i mentioned - especially the LEGO - idea is courtesy of Laszlo - as you can see in his diary! 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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So pleased you've found something to replace your Spitfire build and its great to see you've chosen the Victory X-Section. It builds into a superb show piece and I'm very sure you'll do a fab job with it Walter. Great start you've made and I look forward to seeing more as you progress..... Regards Alan
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Nice start to your build Walter. I never continued my victory subscription so missed out on this additional kit they offered. Been a number of years wishing i had so i was surprised to see it in the model space shop a couple of months back, snd even more surprised the price had been reduced do finally managed to get my hands on what looks like a lovely model. Looking forward to your next update to see how you get along with your build. Tony 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 guys!
I finished the hull planking and gave it a good sanding.DaDokta attached the following image(s): 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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Then stained the lower hull dark walnut.DaDokta attached the following image(s): 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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Nice build. Just taken delivery of my Vic cross section kit. (Project for next year) Keep up the good work. Regards delboy271155 (Derek) COME BACK GUY FAWKES "YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU"
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Looking very nice.
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Looking great so far, Walter.
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Thanks guys - just a small update for today.
Prepared the stand with some felt to prevent the hull from beeing scratched.
Put a semigloss varnish on the stained parts.DaDokta attached the following image(s): 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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Hi Walter, Very tidy and clean build going on here. looking forward to the next post. Regards Trev. Work in progress: Tombstone (Scratch) - San Francisco 2. -The Mayflower ( scratch by plan).
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Looking good Walter! I also have this kit in my stash. Will definitely be following. 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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Making good steady progress Walter and all looking good.... Keep the posts coming, you have an avid follower here..... Regards Alan
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Thanks guys.
In the meantime i completed the inner planking of the hold - straightforward job.
Used some different shades of the stain - i hope you like it! :)DaDokta attached the following image(s): 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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Very Nice work Walter the contrast of the different stains gives it a certain edge great stuff 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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Now that is looking good Walter, the two differing stains look to work really well.... Regards Alan
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Just a small update:
Riders added, pump well assembled. Will use some thinner wood for the hatches of the shot locker.DaDokta attached the following image(s): 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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I really do like the look of that Walter, looks stunning..... .. Keep the pics coming.... Regards Alan
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