Subject: SMML VOL 2484 Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2004 01:39:32 +1000 SMML is proudly sponsored by SANDLE http//sandlehobbies.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- MODELLERS INDEX 1 Yaeyama 1892 and Miyako 1899 2 Re 1/96 Scale 3 1/72 scale fleetsubs 4 Re N-Scale Ship Models 5 Re N scale Ship Models 6 Re 1/96 Scale 7 Re Thin Wires 8 Re Tamiya Pre-Built 9 Naval blockade of Charleston 10 Re 1/96 scale -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TRADERS, ANNOUNCEMENTS & NOTICEBOARD INDEX 1 KBismarck.com News! 2 Flagship Models web site updated! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- MODELLERS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1) From JB Subject Yaeyama 1892 and Miyako 1899 hello all, whilst going thru my kitstash looking for somethin g a litlel differnet to build ( other than my usual fare of pre-dreadnoughts... duh!!) I came across the two Modelkrak kits of Yeyama and Miyako; both kits look fun to build.... how accurate? My google search turned up little of use, Conways ATWFS 1860-1905 produced a reasonable picture of Miyako, but not even a line drawing of Yaeyama! where should I look for photois of both these ships? I have looked in and failed to find anything useful in Warships of the IJN 1869-1945 Jung, Mickel and Jentschura or in the book of similar title by Jochaim Waetziig in( german) does anyone have any drawings,plans or photos (online or off they could lend/sell /e-mail to me? thanks JIM BAUMANN ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2) From "George Peat" Subject Re 1/96 Scale Bob, Hope you do npot mind me contacting you but I see from your list that = you have built the USS John D Ford in 1/96th. I am about to start building her in 1/72nd scale from a GRP hull and = drawings that I obtained from the USA. I have built several warshipsbefore in 1/96th scale mainly destroyers = and have moved scales several times to my present of 1/72 What period did you build the John D Ford? I am going to build her as = she was in the 1920's for r/c Hope to hear from you soon, Regards, George Peat BEM [Secretary TF72/UK] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3) From "The code" Subject 1/72 scale fleetsubs Hello list, I was just looking at Fine Scale Modeler may 2004. It has a model review on Revells VIIC U-boat.. Looks like a nice kit ...Any hints out there of anyone doing an Injection-molded US fleet sub any time soon?? .. Are there any kits of a fleetboat in 1/72 scale? Just curious.. cheers BC ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4) From Ned Barnett Subject Re N-Scale Ship Models >> it sounds like you found the old Hawk kits, which Testors recently re-released. The PT boat is around N scale (1/200, I believe), but the others are not. The others in the series are the Coast Guard cutter Bibb (1/600), "U.S. Navy Destroyer", and an LST. The list price for the re-releases is about $4 each. If they want a lot more, you're probably looking at the Hawk kits, which would be of interest probably only to collectors. Otherwise, save yourself some money and get the Testors version with newer decals. << What I found was not the Testors kit, but I'm glad to know that the old Testors kits are back out. What I saw were limited-run kits with impressive details and options (different early- and late-war torpedoes, optional weapons fits, etc.). But there's a huge difference between $4 and $30 - so I'll take a look at the Testors kit first, and see if it's worth salvaging (or worth $26 to salvage). Thanks for your insights. Ned ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5) From Peter Nolan Subject Re N scale Ship Models Ned, The variety is pretty slim in N scale ship models. A number of manufacturers make small boats try Sylvan Models or Bluejacket Ship Models. You will find some assembled ships (about 350 scale feet) from Burtindustries--they seem to deal only on e-Bay, and the quality is only fair. They also seemed to have changed their name, or someone else is handling marketing. I haven't dealt with them in two years. A firm called SeaRails used to make kits for Liberty-ship class ships, but I think they've gotten out of it, and will only bid on finished models. I also haven't dealt with them for two years. There was also a European firm whose name escapes me--Architectrix?? I think Walthers also has a few European kits for tugs and such in their N scale catalog. I've scratchbuilt most of mine, using 1192 railings from Gold Metal Models and parts from Bluejacket. You can find images of mine at http//www.railimages.com/gallery/petenolan Hardly the quality of many of the modelers here--but I am an N scale railroader with an interest in ships. Pete ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6) From SeaPhoto@aol.com Subject Re 1/96 Scale Robert P. Mattis writes >> I would like to compare notes, techniques, etc. with any modelers who are working in 1/96 scale RC warships. << I have a website devoted exclusively to large scale r/c warships, titled Warship Models Underway. Take a peek at the pages, and join in the discussion on the message board. http//www.warshipmodelsunderway.com Kurt Greiner SeaPhoto Maritime Photography - onboard details and overhead views of modern warships www.warshipphotos.com Order via our online catalog...now taking credit cards via Paypal Warship Models Underway - learn about large scale radio control warship models. www.warshipmodelsunderway.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7) From Ron Subject Re Thin Wires SMML wrote From Kelvin Mok >> One source of very thin copper wire is the voice coils of radio speakers. Another source is the solenoid coils from battery operated clocks or from small toys. They used to be coated with shellac which is soluble in alcohol. The modern wires probably have a polymer coating which I believe can be removed by drawing the wire between to sheets of emery paper and clean up with acetone. As Kerry suggests rig the wires on a flat board frame first and then tin them with solder. This should keep the rigging in the correct shape. Else the coiled wire will have a mind of its own. << Still shellac or enamel on high end stuff. As long as it's smooth shellac makes a great primer if you paint the wire with enamel or lacquer based paints, it's also the thinnest primer coat you're likely to get. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8) From Ron Subject Re Tamiya Pre-Built From Joe Norris >> Has anybody seen one of the Tamiya 1/350 Pre-Built battleships? I think they have the Yamato and the Bismark available now. They apparently have photo etched railings and detail parts. I'd love to see how they look in person... << They look like very well made toys, something about the paint just isn't right (too toylike). I've seen Bismark and wouldn't pay 1/3 of what they're asking. Mainly because I can do better if I want one. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9) From SeaWoodies@aol.com Subject Naval blockade of Charleston It is my understanding that should the South during the Confederate War break the blockade of Charleston as was done when the CSS Hunley sank the Housatonic, that the North had agreed to stand down from the blockade. Does anyone on the list know what representative of the north made this agreement? Thanks SeaWoodies@aol.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10) From "Bill Michaels" Subject Re 1/96 scale Bob, You might want to consider joining th eYahoo group smwarships. It is a group whose primary focus is RC warship models. Several folks are working in 1/96 scale.... Bill ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- TRADERS, ANNOUNCEMENTS & NOTICEBOARD ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1) From "José M. Rico" Subject KBismarck.com News! Hello everybody, After years of deep research and running KBismarck.com website, I finally came up with my own book on the battleship Bismarck. However, and since I have not yet found a decent publisher, I am myself publishing the book in electronic format under the title “The Battleship Bismarck. The Complete History of a Legendary Ship”. As the title says, it covers the complete history of the ship from inception to final demise, and contains over 190 photos. You will not only find basic information already available on the website but new features as well. Everything nicely edited in PDF format and ready to print. The final price has been established at $22.00, which I think it is fair enough considering the great amount of time and research it has taken. Also, if you ever thought of making a donation for the website, buying my book is an opportunity to help me cover the costs of running KBismarck.com as well. I realize that for some of you the cost of the book may be a bit expensive, and I don’t want the price to be a barrier in order to acquire a copy. So, if you honestly can not pay for it, I could offer a reduced price to certain people. Just contact me via e-mail and feel free to talk about it if this is the case. Please click on the link below to learn how to acquire the e-book http//www.kbismarck.com/books/bsbook.html Any comments, suggestions, just let me know. Best regards to all, José M. Rico http//www.kbismarck.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2) From "rustywhite" Subject Flagship Models web site updated! The Flagship Models web site now has all the latest additions to our product line listed. Pop over and see the newest "how to" modeling CDs as well the NEW 1/350 Burke class super set made specifically to fit the Panda Burke models (all of them). Rusty White Flagship Models Inc. flagshipmodels.com Home of the "How To" modeling CDs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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