Model VIIC Pics

[Totenkopf]

I know it's not realy Mod material but I am patterning this model after the game models so...

All I have finished for now is the conning tower. The model is built so I am at painting stage.

http://img73.imageshack.us/img73/6148/bridge0oj.jpg
The Bridge

http://img73.imageshack.us/img73/559/front3ql.jpg
Some of you might recognise the logo. I don't like decals so I painted it on.

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The wintergarden.

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View from the side.

http://img73.imageshack.us/img73/7507/wgarden5el.jpg
So far so good.

[Totenkopf]

Lets try the last 2 agagin...

http://img73.imageshack.us/img73/4163/side0vd.jpg
Side

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Aft

[martes86]

Looks nice... wanna try some real 3D modelling for SH3? :D

[Totenkopf]

Actualy, I have intentions to look into it, but I need to educate myself first. Any suggestions where I should start?

[Hitman]

What did you use to bore the holes for the water exits of the hull? :hmm:

I'm currently stuck with my Revell 1/72 model (Yours seems to be that one too, right?) at that point...started drilling with a tool but the result is not to my taste...they look too round and not squared :88)

[MLF]

I used a small drill to start and then a flat file to enlarge to the correct shape. I found the drill was a bit dodgy as the plastic tended to melt :cry: It took about 2 weeks (on and off) to complete the holes.

Looks good Totenkopf

MLF

[Kpt. Lehmann]

If that is the Revell 1:72 VIIC...

I can't wait to get one... as soon as finances allow :shifty:

[Flakwalker]

It is a very big model kit, there is even a 1:72 Flower corvette from the same manufacturer :yep:

[martes86]

Actualy, I have intentions to look into it, but I need to educate myself first. Any suggestions where I should start?

Hmmm... I think that I wouldn't be able to help you with that. But hey, sure someone is glad to show you. Good 3D modellers will be needed soon, thanks to Sansal's tool. :D

[Kentrat]

I also have the Revell kit and am at the pre-assembly stage: I am using a Dremel on the reverse side of the component (at low speed using a round and onion-shaped tools to open the flooding holes and finishing off with diamond files. Time consuming but worth it. I am considering a working r/c conversion of the sub if I can create a workable watertight cylinder to contain the electrical/electronic components. A similar solution to that used in the 1/40 scale r/c VIIIB but on a smaller scale (excuse the pun.... :rotfl: ) Early days but there are some superb miniature servos and so forth..

Regards

Kentrat

[tedhealy]

Looking good! Post some pics after painting.

Here's mine completed earlier this year.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v290/yurkb/model/VIIC/DSC05943W.jpg

That model had to be the most fun I've had building a model. Very easy construction, big pieces, no clear plastic pieces, simple paint scheme, and only 2 decals :)

It was so much fun I've thought about building a second, but I have no place to put it.

[glenno]

You modders are getting good . That sub looks almost 3D.

[Wolf52]

You modders are getting good . That sub looks almost 3D.

LOL! :rotfl:

[Totenkopf]

Actualy, I am not drilling the holes, just painting them black. I hear there is an upgrade Revell is talking about doing for this kit that includes the pressure hull and figures. :rock: I may have to get another one for such detail...

Thanks Ted! Yours looks awesome! I am going for a basic grey and army green motif but I have found a nice rusty red I am using for rusting. That should break up the manotony.

As soon as it's finished I will port it in the game ;)

[Beery]

There are some 3rd party detail sets that you can get for the 1/72nd scale model. They're a bit pricey, but supposedly they add a lot to the model. I've been considering building this kit for a while, but I haven't got my courage up yet - it's been a while since I built a serious model kit.

[Totenkopf]

Yeah, I saw those. Copper sheets with railings and a few missing items plus deck plates. :hmm: Extras aside, I am supprised at a few missing items not included with the kit itself... such as the UZO binocs and attack scope post compas etc. Little details but it does add to the whole. I should get her built and painted first tho or I will be waiting forever to finish her. :D She is completely worth it Beery!