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Looks like the new Amati 1:64 HMS Victory kit may not be that far away now. No pricing details as yet but Cornwall model boats and Amati have early details on facebook tonight. https://m.youtube.com/wa...AI&feature=youtu.be
Tony Happy Modelling
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Looks a nice kit Tony, but not keen on the copper paint I would rather have copper tiles on the lower hull just makes all the difference to me. Current builds:-C57,Zero, Lamborghini Countach, Caldercraft HMS Agamemnon,Robi,R2-D2, MFH Cobra .
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No doubt this will build into a stunning display piece but I think it is a little too large for the average modeller to display, not unless they live in a very large house.....  .. Look forward to seeing one completed though..... Regards Alan
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Andy/Alan I remember following Chris Watton's updates as he was designing this one and one of the pictures he posted was the hull stood in front of his grand daughter and it showed jus how large this is. It would never me in my reach in terms of skill, no doubt price, and as you say Alan were would you put it not just as a final display piece but having the build space to put it together. I will be interested to see it being unboxed though. 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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Found the link below that includes lots of pics when you scroll down. https://modelshipworld.c...1086-amati-hms-victory/
Very nice, but still think its an unrealistic size for the average house. I made a quick calculation comparing it to the Deag version and it comes out at these sizes: Length: 64 inches / 1625 mm Height: 44 inches / 1117 mm Beam: 23 inches / 584 mm Regards delboy271155 (Derek) COME BACK GUY FAWKES "YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU"
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 Wow she is big but if you want the ultimate model of the Victory this is the one . Stunning simply stunning  Martyn Building ?
Completed. Soliei Royal . Sovereign of the Seas . Virginia . Scotland . San Felipe . Corel vasa , Santisima Trinadad X section , Vasa
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I'm starting my build of an Amati 1:64 HMS Victory for the kit instruction manuals. Amati 1:64 HMS Victory
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Looks a quality kit, though as people have said it is BIG! Mind you now the DeAg Victory is out of stock it might do very well, even if it isn't released commercially for another year
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Just been reading about this on MSW. Apparently, they are going to sell this in 3 or 4 parts due to size and cost (someone mentioned at least £1500 for full kit, but that was 2yrs ago!). At least that would make it more financially viable. Now if only I can find the room......
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This is certainly one to keep an eye on and out for. I know the details are still being worked out to a greater or lesser degree, I think the estimate for this kits release is slated for the end of 2021, but to be realistic it’s more likely going to be sometime in 2022/23 due to delays with Covid. One things for sure the larger size would make it less fiddly to work with. Just make sure you get a chainsaw for Christmas to cut the masts
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Having read JamesH's build log for the instruction booklet, i can only agree. The way they have made the skeleton, the gunports etc is the way it should be done. I've looked at other designs by Chris Watton (Vanguard Models), and all i can say is that guy is a genious. Amati should never have let him leave lol. Heres a link to the thread on MSW. Can only say im now saving like mad!!! https://modelshipworld.c...comments#comment-734763
Wifey says i can have one but it has to be my retirement present (so counting the days lol). MDF bulkheads. 3 fully detailed gun decks! No ports to cut! This really is THE definitive Vicory model to date 
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CaptnBirdseye wrote: Having read JamesH's build log for the instruction booklet, i ca only agree. The way they have made the skeleton, the gunports etc is the way it should be done. I've looked at other designs by Chris Watton (Vanguard Modesl), and all i can say is that guy is a genious. Amati should never have let him leave lol. Heres a link to the thread on MSW. Can only say im now saving like mad!!! https://modelshipworld.c...comments#comment-734763
Wifey says i can have one but it has to be my retirement present (so counting the days lol). MDF bulkheads. 3 fully detailed gun decks! No ports to cut! This really is THE definitive Vicory model to date Hi Captain, It will be lovely seeing this come together when you get it. The only thing that bothers me is MDF, why not ply on such a prestigious model? 
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Having read all the blurb, both from Chris and James, the MDF allows for greater accuracy and tighter joint tolerances. If you see post #21 he explains it much better than I https://modelshipworld.c...hms-victory-latest-news/
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[quote=CaptnBirdseye]Having read all the blurb, both from Chris and James, the MDF allows for greater accuracy and tighter joint tolerances. If you see post #21 he explains it much better than I https://modelshipworld.c...ms-victory-latest-news/[/quote] Hi Captain, I totally understand why MDF is being used and it makes perfect sense now having read the comments by Chris. This build has fully detailed decks and full cannons on every deck. It’s superb, I think Amati have been convinced that there is so much interest in this kit it is going ahead with production. Regards Glenn
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I saw September /Oct 2021 in the comments 😃
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Yeah but I think they’ve had some setbacks? Whether COVID related or not I don’t know, but it would be fantastic if true
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CaptnBirdseye wrote:Yeah but I think they’ve had some setbacks? Whether COVID related or not I don’t know, but it would be fantastic if true Very true, I think we’re looking at 2022 tbh!
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So what is the actual size of this kit when finished.It must be enormous
Carl
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delboy271155 wrote:Found the link below that includes lots of pics when you scroll down. https://modelshipworld.c...1086-amati-hms-victory/
Very nice, but still think its an unrealistic size for the average house. I made a quick calculation comparing it to the Deag version and it comes out at these sizes: Length: 64 inches / 1625 mm Height: 44 inches / 1117 mm Beam: 23 inches / 584 mm Regards delboy271155 (Derek) ITS BIG!!!
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