thorfinn Posted February 9, 2020 Posted February 9, 2020 This is a 'golden oldie' from the files, but I don't believe I ever posted it on this forum. I have always had a great affection for the US Navy's WW1-era 'four stacker' destroyers, so when Mirage of Poland brought out their 1/400 line of kits, I snapped up nearly a dozen of them. This is my favorite of those built so far: the famous USS Ward, launched in 1918, but far-better remembered for having fired the 'first shot' by US forces against the Japanese by sinking an IJN midget submarine outside of Pearl Harbor on the morning of 7 December 1941. The Mirage kit depicts her essentially as she was on that day. I decided to back-date the kit, to show the Ward in her 'as built' configuration in the eye-catching dazzle scheme she wore for her sea trials in 1918. This involved re-configuring and simplifying her bridge, changes to the midships and the aft 4" gun location, as well as a number of minor equipment alterations and additions. I also utilized Gold Medal Models' fine photo-etch set, and used bits of plastic sheet and rod for the structural work required. (An idea of the changes and add-ons may be gleaned from the final two photos below.) Paints are 'by eye' mixes of Tamiya acrylics. As always, there are a few glitches...things I didn't learn about or figure out until after-the-fact...but this ungainly little DD remains a sentimental favorite in my collection. I hope you enjoy it as well. 30 2
ArnoldAmbrose Posted February 10, 2020 Posted February 10, 2020 Gidday Thorfinn, she's absolutely stunning. That camo scheme must have been a bit of a challenge. Regards, Jeff. 1
thorfinn Posted February 10, 2020 Author Posted February 10, 2020 1 hour ago, ArnoldAmbrose said: Gidday Thorfinn, she's absolutely stunning. That camo scheme must have been a bit of a challenge. Regards, Jeff. Thanks, Jeff. It's down to good drawings and 'old reliable' Tamiya tape.
beefy66 Posted February 10, 2020 Posted February 10, 2020 Cracking job great details and paint job beefy 1
Silenoz Posted February 11, 2020 Posted February 11, 2020 (edited) Superb work, not only the build, but the complete picture... Edited February 11, 2020 by Silenoz 1
Alan P Posted February 11, 2020 Posted February 11, 2020 That's excellent, a really great job. You've made that four-piper actually look appealing 👍 The building, the painting and presentation are all first rate. Alan 1
robgizlu Posted February 11, 2020 Posted February 11, 2020 Fabulous looking model - I Really like the stand and the very fine detailing. You deserve a crate of beer for that one!! Rob 1
sohoppy Posted February 29, 2020 Posted February 29, 2020 Love Dazzle, always the first thing I'm drawn to in museums. Very neat work by the way. 1
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