Subject: SMML VOL 1758 Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 13:30:47 +1000 SMML is proudly sponsored by SANDLE http://sandlehobbies.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MODELLERS INDEX 1: Re: Another thread? 2: Re: Model Shops in Washington, DC? 3: What is the definition of "Caliber" 4: Attention NYC Area Ship Modelers 5: Hunley 6: Daring Class Destroyers 7: Airfix four in one destroyer set 8: Washington DC Model Stuff 9: South Eastern Museums/IPMS Nat's 10: Okinawa Sinkex -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MODELLERS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1) From: Fkbrown90@aol.com Subject: Re: Another thread? I was disappointed that just one SMML member responded to my remarks about the U.S.Navy being involved in only one battle (other than convoy and patrol engagements etc.) in WW 1, and the fact that in that battle (the Battle of Durazzo on the Adriatic Sea in 1918) the Navy was represented by 110 Ft. wooden-hulled submarine chasers only. That respondent concurred. I rather doubted that claim when I first read it, but unless someone can submit evidence to the contrary, the claim remains unchallenged. O.K. Here's another thread for SMML. Who was Count Felix Von Luckner, of the German Navy in WW 1 and what was his ship? Sic 'em, you (other) older guys. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2) From: "Mccullough, Vincent" Subject: Re: Model Shops in Washington, DC? All, I can personally attest to the quality of GrandDad's Hobby Shop, on Port Royal Road in Annandale, particularly for ship modelers. Doc Thatcher (aka "Granddad") has put together one of the best shops that I've come across. It is the classic model shop, and does not go in for war-gaming paraphernalia and the like. For ship modelers, he carries a respectable selelection of wood, resin and plastic kits, plus fittings and photoetch. His supply of materials (e.g., styrene, wood, brass, etc), paints (at least 4 different vendors), and tools is better than anyplace I've encountered. The place is usually crowded with other modelers on weekends and evenings. Vince McCullough Skipper, Washington Ship Model Society -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3) From: RhinoBones@aol.com Subject: What is the definition of "Caliber" This appeared in a recent posting: "Caliber = 20mm" Caliber seems to have several definitions, one of which is the diameter of the round, but the one that that I learned is that caliber was originally a French term used to describe barrel length as a function of the bore. As an example, the 50-caliber machine gun had a barrel length of 25 inches (0.5" bore x 50 calibers). The term was brought into usage in the US in 1917 as the US Army, by necessity, was armed using many French weapons. Need one of the experts out there to set the record straight. Regards, RhinoBones -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4) From: FBustelo@aol.com Subject: Attention NYC Area Ship Modelers Ok, now that I have your attention... The 12th Annual New York Ship & Boat Model Festival is being held at the South Street Seaport Museum on August 3 & 4. This is a non-competitive show with modelers showing off their plastic, wood and R/C models to other modelers and the public at large. It is a fun show and a great way to spend an afternoon. As usual, I will be there with some of my models on only August 4 (Sunday). I was hoping to get some fellow SMMLers to also come an exhibit their models and maybe we can have a mini SMMLcon as well. I would like to put some faces to the names and see some of the models mentioned and seen on some of the site live. You may contact Steve Turtell at sturtell@southstseaport.org or at (212) 748-8735 to have the registration forms mailed to you. Some of you out there in SMMLland are already on the mailing list and have received the forms. There is a place on the forms to specify that you would like to exhibit next to a particular modeler or sit with a group. I will alert Steve about what I am trying to do and those who wish to exhibit on Sunday and sit among fellow SMMLers please indicate that you wish to be placed with the SMML group. If you don't wish to exhibit but would like to come down to visit, please do and stop by to say hi. Felix Bustelo -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5) From: Fkbrown90@aol.com Subject: Hunley The July 2002 issue of theNational Geographic magazine has a good article on the current state of the C.S.S Hunley. Franklyn -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6) From: "Connor, Michael" Subject: Daring Class Destroyers Hi All, I am looking for pictures of the Daring Class as built. In particular the area around the 40mm STAAG mounts on the side of the bridge. I am doing the Airfix model and am at the stage of putting PE rails around the bridge area. I have searched the net for good photos and found nothing. I have also tried Australian sources, also without any success. Any thoughts would be much appreciated. Mike -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7) From: "Connor, Michael" Subject: Airfix four in one destroyer set Hi All, I was wondering if anyone in Australia (particularly Sydney) had seen the above set yet. Mike Hi Mike, They're not available as yet in the country according to the distributors :-( Shane -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8) From: Peter Subject: Washington DC Model Stuff A couple of other Washington DC things: 1) Air and Space Museum on the Mall, Capitol end. On the second floor they have a large exhibit on carrier aviation, complete with an amazing Enterprise (maybe 1960's or 70's config) in either 1/72 or 1/100 scale-- the thing is about eight feet long and amazingly detailed. The rest of the exhibit is also worth your time. 2) Navy Yard. Many, many models, almost all in very large scales, all beautifully done. Full-size exhibits, such as WWII-era life raft with all the accessories you are dying to model in 1/700 scale. A decent gift shop for books, the museum is free and never a crowd. There is a smaller USMC museum there as well. Also the decommissioned destroyer Barry (DD 933) is tied up outside and you are free to roam around and take photos. It is all about a 15 min walk from the subway (Metro). All info is here: http://www.history.navy.mil/nhc1.htm Note that the Yard is in a not so nice neighborhood, so consider that when making plans-- early morning day time visits are best. You also need photo ID to get in. 3) This one I am a bit fuzzy on but in the underground shopping mall connected to the Crystal City Metro station is a small shop that sells "nautical" items, including ball caps for many, many USN ships. No models per se, but some carved and lacquered display pieces for sale. Though non-ship modeling related, the National Geographic museum usually has something interesting on display. Enjoy! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9) From: Darren Subject: South Eastern Museums/IPMS Nat's Hi, I'm heading down for my yearly tour of the US during my IPMS Nat's trip and wondered if anybody on the list worked/volunteered at the ship museums in North and South Carolina? I was hoping a friendly soul might be able to provide a behind the scenes tour of some of the ships. Also, has anybody made arrangements for a get together yet at the nationals? Thanks, Darren Scannell -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10) From: schiefet@cs.com Subject: Okinawa Sinkex Any web site pictures? This would be interesting. Sounds like she lasted longer that the OK City. Steve Pelham, NH -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Check out the SMML site for the List Rules, Backissues, Member's models & reference pictures at: http://smmlonline.com Check out the APMA site for an index of ship articles in the Reference section at: http://apma.org.au/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- End of Volume