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Fantastic model to build. Here is my end result on the Model 7a and on the Model 6. Model 7A Model 6 Hope you enjoy. David

My preference is 1:25 or 1:16 scale, I have the GPM Panzer III in 1:16 and it is really fantastic and I hope to start it soon. Nobi's 1:35 scale Cromwell was my first tank and it was a nice build with some great possibilities, but as a said before, I enjoy the larger scale models. If you like...

Great work Patero. I use the same method for straightening wire. If I need paint to stick better, I use a fine file.

Sorry about leaving this thread in a lurch guys, but I have finished the model and felt I need to close the build. Here are some finished pictures of the model: Sorry about the way I have ended this thread, my time, even though retired doesn't permit me to much time in multiple...

Hello all, it's been a few days, so time for an update. I've got quite a bit done on the center and after section of the model. The first couple of shots are the parts for two cable reels and some vent ducts: Some ladder rungs made of copper wire then painted: The parts for one of...

Nice shot and very real! After serving 27 years in the Navy on various classes of ships, the hulls are not smooth, even fresh out of the builders yard they have dings. Have a one.

Hello all. After having some computer problems, I am back online. I finished some topside parts and then shifted to the props and shafts, so I won't have to work on the model upside down with all of the superstructure installed. The first shot is the extra base piece for the superstructure in...

Thanks Beachead, with a nick like that, I'd say gater navy, I was in for 27 years, retired as a CWO4 Carpenter. Did a couple of tours on gater freighters. Haven't updated in a few days, so here's whats been happening with the model. I finished putting the hull sections together and mounted...

Thanks Chris, I'm glad your watching. Here's an update for today. Things moved quickly today putting the hull structure and main deck together as I had all of the parts cut out yesterday. I had to fix one minor error in the design, piece 1a (it's the one in the lower left corner of the...

I saw there was a thread with a build back in November but it looks like it went on hold so I decided to do a build thread with mine. As I already have a model in the Free Model #3, this one can't be entered so I'm going to attempt an all out build with some extra details. To start with, the...