Chango Posted March 28, 2016 Author Share Posted March 28, 2016 (edited) Just a quick update: This week I tweaked the boot top line (made it straighter and a bit thicker to better match historic pics), built the deck crane and did some more detail work on the main guns: Getting closer to the end (is it actually even possible to finish a 1/200 battleship?!) Edited March 28, 2016 by Chango 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 The hull is looking so much better for your work Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beefy66 Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 That deck crane looks sooo nice little kit in it,s own right. Beefy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chango Posted April 6, 2016 Author Share Posted April 6, 2016 (edited) Making more progress : Edited April 6, 2016 by Chango 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
js862077 Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Wow Chango, Your HMS Nelson looks smashing !! I've got the same kit, I made a start on it, following the construction manual, which suggested I built the smaller parts first and I quickly discovered that, with no plastics kit building experience, it was just too clever for me. I'm thinking perhaps I should start on the bigger parts and then build the smaller parts onto them and do it that way so I won't become dispitirited before I've even made a start. I've put the build on the back burner for now, whilst I practice building some other easier kits first - my next model is a Revell 1/72 Revell VIIC submarine. I have to admit I'm a twit. It never occurred to me that I should look for the part numbers on the sprue, to get the right bits and when the penny dropped, I had busted a couple of small plastic parts for some of the tiny guns on my HMS Nelson kit - Duh, however, I purchased a wooden deck for my model, with some brass etched parts, but for a very small outlay and nothing very fancy on the etched side of things. Perhaps, I might shell out for a good quality etched brass set - a lot nearer the end of the build, if I can justify the extra expense to myself - but in passing, how easy is it to assemble parts from etched brass patterns, as I have zero understanding of how to do that? John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
js862077 Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Do you have railings to keep the sailors from falling overboard in rough seas ? - I've always thought they were as important as the finer detail on any model and would want railings on my HMS Nelson. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chango Posted April 7, 2016 Author Share Posted April 7, 2016 Do you have railings to keep the sailors from falling overboard in rough seas ? - I've always thought they were as important as the finer detail on any model and would want railings on my HMS Nelson. John Thanks! There are railings in Nellie's future, though it will probably the the final job on this build. Just a little piece of trivia: the "railings" were actually stanchions and wire on the real ship that would be removed and/ or folded down before the big guns started firing, as the concussion from the guns would blow a normal ship's railings right off. So, If you wanted to portray Nelson at battle stations, no railings around the hull edge would be the most accurate! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chango Posted April 7, 2016 Author Share Posted April 7, 2016 Wow Chango, Your HMS Nelson looks smashing !! I've got the same kit, I made a start on it, following the construction manual, which suggested I built the smaller parts first and I quickly discovered that, with no plastics kit building experience, it was just too clever for me. I'm thinking perhaps I should start on the bigger parts and then build the smaller parts onto them and do it that way so I won't become dispitirited before I've even made a start. I've put the build on the back burner for now, whilst I practice building some other easier kits first - my next model is a Revell 1/72 Revell VIIC submarine. I have to admit I'm a twit. It never occurred to me that I should look for the part numbers on the sprue, to get the right bits and when the penny dropped, I had busted a couple of small plastic parts for some of the tiny guns on my HMS Nelson kit - Duh, however, I purchased a wooden deck for my model, with some brass etched parts, but for a very small outlay and nothing very fancy on the etched side of things. Perhaps, I might shell out for a good quality etched brass set - a lot nearer the end of the build, if I can justify the extra expense to myself - but in passing, how easy is it to assemble parts from etched brass patterns, as I have zero understanding of how to do that? John I wouldn't recommend this as a beginner project, if that's what you mean, John. I've got plenty to learn when it comes to scale modeling but it takes a certain level of experience/proficiency to pull off well and a unusually high level of patience and tenacity to see a superdetailed 1/200 battlewagon build though the hundreds of hours it takes to finish one. There must be 10 times as many partly finished and/or botched big Trumpy kits and Pontos/KA/Eduard detail sets lurking in basements and attics than there are finished models serving as centerpieces of model collections... the reality is that it's an easy modeling niche to get dazzled and hyped over and dump tons of money into only to find yourself overwhelmed, frustrated and just plain burned out. That said, it's not an impossible task and it's well worth the effort in my opinion, just go into it knowing what you're getting yourself into and plan for success! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
js862077 Posted April 7, 2016 Share Posted April 7, 2016 "I wouldn't recommend this as a beginner project, if that's what you mean, John". I agree with you entirely - I once had the patience of a saint, but I seem to have lost that skill - goes along with "getting older" in my case and I don't have the certain level of experience/proficiency to build this model yet, as I recently found out - or working with plastic kits - which is why I'm taking my time, before I get stuck into this one. After posting my above, earlier comments, I had a closer look at the "super detailed brass etched" kit, which you purchased (now out of stock) which cost almost as much as the Trumpeter HMS Nelson kit, as mentioned above and I was seriously confused about how those parts would go together, if I were building them, so when I begin building my model, I will stay with the plastic kit, methinks. I guess what I am trying to say is that I am absolutely in awe of your model, Chango and I am beginning to realise the skill and experience you put in, to achieve such an outstanding success. From where I stand, you and your model HMS Nelson are simply awesome. Having bought the Trumpeter 1/200 HMS Nelson kit, I am beginning to understand what I have let myself in for and as you suggest, I will plan for success - especially as I have the time on hand, being retired, to build it, 3 or 4 models hence. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chango Posted April 11, 2016 Author Share Posted April 11, 2016 Progress Update: I've got the deck details up to the superstructure mostly complete: As always, questions, comments, constructive criticisms and wild rantings are welcome. Thanks for taking a look! 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chango Posted April 18, 2016 Author Share Posted April 18, 2016 Yet more progress... got the rest of the deck details pretty much installed; superstructure attached and basic painting done on the secondary guns. Man, there is A LOT of stuff on that boat! 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Beautiful crisp clean modelling Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warspite Man Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 Incredible detail - makes my 350 scale Warspite look like a toy. WM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warreni Posted June 18, 2016 Share Posted June 18, 2016 Thanks! There are railings in Nellie's future, though it will probably the the final job on this build. Just a little piece of trivia: the "railings" were actually stanchions and wire on the real ship that would be removed and/ or folded down before the big guns started firing, as the concussion from the guns would blow a normal ship's railings right off. So, If you wanted to portray Nelson at battle stations, no railings around the hull edge would be the most accurate! I have the Rodney coming and thought I would have a look at how people are going with their kits of her sister ship. Fine job BTW. One thing I will debate though is your assertion that the railings were lowered whenever the big guns fired. There are many pictures on the internet showing the Nelson or Rodney firing their big guns and none appear to show the railings being lowered. But it is your model and you can build it however you want. Cheers and keep up the good work Warren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chango Posted July 30, 2016 Author Share Posted July 30, 2016 (edited) I'm definitely a seasonal modeler; during the summer months I hardly have time to sit at the bench. I'm still putting along on Nellie though... here's some current shots: Almost there and not a moment too soon as I have a new box of pricey Trumpeter plastic just begging to be cut on!: Edited July 30, 2016 by Chango 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 Awesome !! Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Head in the clouds. Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 That is one fine looking model Chango, everything is so crisp, I see in an earlier post regarding this 'NOT' being a starter kit is a wise piece of advice, which is why I am holding off on my 1/350th Hood build, some of the upgrade items are so small, which was unexpected on a large model, that was my first inexperience slip up in building ships. Loving the build. Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HansReggelsen Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 What a beaut! Hope mine - when I pull my self together and actually start building it instead of dreaming about it - will turn out as good! Your build is truly inspirational. Cheers Hans J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TristanR Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 Wonderful job there! Very inspirational stuff, you've done such a neat job it's hard to realize just how small all that stuff is! Excellent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndon Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 Looks superb, I've just received the Ponto set for the Iowa so I'm about to make a start on that while the add on market for the Hood settles down... John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Model Monkey Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 Truly inspirational. World class work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chango Posted August 1, 2016 Author Share Posted August 1, 2016 Thanks everyone! It's quite the long slog to build one of these 1/200 monsters and it feels good to be in spitting distance of the finish line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rollsroyce Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 Hi Chango Great looking build of a great ship. I have always Liked Nelson and Rodney because of their sheer power and unique design. You have done a great job. I will have to wait until someone finally produces one in 1/350. There is no way I could manage the detail on one of these 1/200th giants. Looking at your build the amount of detail increases dramatically. You are doing so much more and things like that printed chain make this a masterpiece. Well done and thanks for sharing Cheers Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinnerboy Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 ....fantastic! Mate, that is seriously special hats off to you. can't wait to see what you do with the 'ood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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