longshanks Posted November 11, 2020 Posted November 11, 2020 A Landing Craft Mechanized Mk.3 from the Normandy Beaches It served with honour and now passes its days in a creek somewhere on the Helford River They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. Work in Progress https://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/235080266-lcm-3-diorama-completed/ Thank you Kev 40 2
Bullbasket Posted November 11, 2020 Posted November 11, 2020 Very nice Kev. I think quite a few naval craft ended up like that after the war. As a kid, I remember seeing, what I believe was an MGB beached up the Creek in Leigh-on-Sea. I think that there were others, converted into houseboats. John. 1
Steve D Posted November 11, 2020 Posted November 11, 2020 A great tribute and a a lot of technique on show here Kev. Are you ready to get back to the Flower yet? I was loving that build Steve 1
Alpha Juliet Posted November 11, 2020 Posted November 11, 2020 6 hours ago, longshanks said: They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. We will remember them 2
JohnWS Posted November 11, 2020 Posted November 11, 2020 Another beauty, Kev. Well done! ............Lest we forget............... 1
Terry1954 Posted November 11, 2020 Posted November 11, 2020 A very moving and so appropriate tribute Kev and another superb example of your skillful ability to bring a subject to life. Terry 1
keefr22 Posted November 11, 2020 Posted November 11, 2020 9 hours ago, longshanks said: We will remember them. We will remember them. Lovely build, very poignant model. The stories it could tell.... Keith 1 1
Natter Posted November 11, 2020 Posted November 11, 2020 I saw the title and though 'what can you have done with that ancient, mouldy old kit'? Well I didn't expect to be this impressed. Superb idea, brilliantly executed. 1
robgizlu Posted November 11, 2020 Posted November 11, 2020 Superbly executed (that's rust ticked off the must -dos) and poignant in a way that we've come to expect from the Masterof Lyrical modeliing Lovely work Rob 1
beefy66 Posted November 11, 2020 Posted November 11, 2020 What else is there to say everyone has beat me to it Cracking job so much detail and RUST Stay Safe beefy 1
Courageous Posted November 12, 2020 Posted November 12, 2020 10 hours ago, beefy66 said: so much detail and RUST ...and bird poo! Stuart 1
stevehnz Posted November 12, 2020 Posted November 12, 2020 46 minutes ago, Courageous said: ...and bird poo! & here was I going to comment on the mess hermit crabs leave behind them. Birds eh? You could be right. I like that Kev. The lone bystander looks to me like a old chap thinking, "I remember these things, it were a long time ago now" He'd have a lump in his throat & perhaps a tear in his eye. We remembered them. Steve. 2 1
louiex2 Posted November 12, 2020 Posted November 12, 2020 Amazing work. I enjoyed the WIP thread. Lou in California
longshanks Posted November 14, 2020 Author Posted November 14, 2020 Thank you guys for all your kind comments and likes. I'm truly overwhelmed at how this project has caught your attention Who would have thought Rust & Guano could be mixed into such an attractive cocktail... You lot really aught to get out more Oh! You can't you're all in lockdown or locked up I'm presently contemplating my next move. I'm sure you'll be surprised to know this pic caught my eye Avoid the numpties and stay safe Kev 4
Del Boy Posted November 14, 2020 Posted November 14, 2020 Just stunning Kev, like you said it was going to be 'a bit of fun' and well it certainly has been not just for you but to a beginner like me just marvelling at your idea, technique and diorama. As always your timing is impeccable and a fitting tribute to all involved in such a gruesome struggle. Brilliant final touch, is that you with the stick? 🤭 1 1
tonyot Posted December 10, 2020 Posted December 10, 2020 Brilliant,.... very moving and thoughtful,..... lest we forget. 1
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