Paul E Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 I thought it was about time I started posting my completed builds in the Ready for Inspection section; starting with some pictures of my model of HMS Somerset, my third and favourite ship on which I served from December 1994 to October 1998. Somerset is the 11th Type 23 Frigate (although her yard number was T23-12). I joined the ship whist she was in build in Glasgow and had the privilege of being part of the team that brought the ship to life. I modelled HMS Somerset as she appeared in the period 1997 to 1998 and the starting point was the Trumpeter 1:350 HMS Kent kit and White Ensign (now Atlantic Models) Etched brass. I made some minor adjustments to both the kit and PE to correct some small mistakes and I designed my own PE for the first time with this model and I would like to thank Mike McCabe who helped me getting it made. All the details of this build can be found on the forum here: http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234979406-hms-somerset-f82/ Thank you and enjoy. 37 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beefy66 Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 Great looking build Paul I watched this WIP all the way through and have made lots of notes for when I get round to building this kit Thanks for posting the finished build photos more reference for me to bookmark Cheers beefy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aginvicta Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 A really nice looking ship Paul, well presented on the seascape. I enjoyed following you building this, Andy 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 great work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kris B Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 Good job that is. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLurker Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 (edited) I sent the link for your build to some of my colleagues who served on 23s during their careers. I thought you'd like a couple of their responses. "You can tell it's not real cos we never had such a good paint job ". That from a bod who served as MEO on Lancaster and another ex engineer said, "Cracking model, but I still think of 23s as new platforms!" Edited May 25, 2017 by TheLurker 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangor Lad Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 Smashing build and beautifully finished. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darby Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 Ah, an F6 unit. I was mainly F4 back in the day after leaving F8/F2. On Somerset for a short while in 2011. 23's look better with the older 4.5 turret. Still prefer the 22b3. Nice build and that water base could well be the SOH with that finish. Nice colour on the Harpoon troughs. And if I'm not mistaken have I espied little white Ship Screens port and starboard? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul E Posted May 28, 2017 Author Share Posted May 28, 2017 (edited) Thank you for the comments of support they are very much appreciated. Edited May 28, 2017 by Paul E Spelling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 Hello Paul E. Without seeing your name, I recognized the builder. My compliments on this excellent model. The finish, setting in the water. It looks very professional.I enjoyed all the details on this model. Highest Regards, Orion/The Netherlands. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob 1 Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 More excellent top rate ship modelling, very good work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 Very smart! Nice job. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robgizlu Posted May 30, 2017 Share Posted May 30, 2017 What an excellent build in a great setting. Rob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Ford Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 lovely to look at. That ship is definitely moving forward. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacificmustang Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 that is a fantastic looking build Nicely done Bruce 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul E Posted July 8, 2017 Author Share Posted July 8, 2017 Thank you all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ex-FAAWAFU Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 Superb. Just superb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 She look's ruddy superb,outstanding work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spaddad Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 tasty, bow wave especially tasty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 Very very nice indeed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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