Patrykd Posted November 15, 2021 Share Posted November 15, 2021 (edited) Hi, I've just started new project Hornisse tank destroyer from March 1943. Below some pictures from building stage. Edited November 15, 2021 by Patrykd 21 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lazy Modeller Posted November 15, 2021 Share Posted November 15, 2021 I don't beleave! Pictures please! 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Cheers LM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vytautas Posted November 15, 2021 Share Posted November 15, 2021 Yes, something is wrong, the pictures are not visible Vytautas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robw_uk Posted November 16, 2021 Share Posted November 16, 2021 Stunning photoetch. Have plans to try more next year 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lazy Modeller Posted November 16, 2021 Share Posted November 16, 2021 Jeez! Almost a metal build! Looking great so far...nice soldering... Cheers LM 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vytautas Posted November 16, 2021 Share Posted November 16, 2021 4 hours ago, Lazy Modeller said: Jeez! Almost a metal build! Looking great so far...nice soldering... Seconded! Vytautas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrykd Posted November 20, 2021 Author Share Posted November 20, 2021 (edited) I add next update. This time I glued rear wall with MP40 holders, intercom and wall brackets. From rear I add bracket with platform for easy vehicle access. I have additional question: How many MP40 holders should be on rear wall. In Dragon's instruction I see 3 but in me PE instruction I see only 2? Edited November 20, 2021 by Patrykd 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrykd Posted November 26, 2021 Author Share Posted November 26, 2021 Construction continues. I have assembled the front plates of the superstructure and added a weld on them. At the back I have managed to finish the door, door lock and the bracket under the door, while in the middle I have tried to detail the area under the cannon. Now I slowly want to get down to the most difficult part of the build, which is, the front gun support. I'm going to solder it. 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrykd Posted November 28, 2021 Author Share Posted November 28, 2021 I've started to make the cannon support As a first I made support with hinge. I have also uploaded the Dragon's kit support for comparison. 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vytautas Posted November 28, 2021 Share Posted November 28, 2021 Truly jewelry work! And all PE looks amazing. Vytautas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrykd Posted November 28, 2021 Author Share Posted November 28, 2021 8 minutes ago, vytautas said: Truly jewelry work! And all PE looks amazing. Vytautas I do my best 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrykd Posted December 1, 2021 Author Share Posted December 1, 2021 (edited) I finished the cannon supports. Results below. All PE parts are soldered. Edited December 1, 2021 by Patrykd 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Model Mate Posted December 1, 2021 Share Posted December 1, 2021 WOW - that's some amazing PE work! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vytautas Posted December 1, 2021 Share Posted December 1, 2021 On 11/28/2021 at 9:01 PM, vytautas said: Truly jewelry work! And all PE looks amazing. Vytautas I agree with my post, and continue to think the same way. Vytautas 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrykd Posted December 8, 2021 Author Share Posted December 8, 2021 Hello again a tiny update. I made the tracks and tiny handles on the superstructure. Results below. Still left to do headlights and some small improvements. I think that the next gallery will by about final build. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIK122 Posted December 8, 2021 Share Posted December 8, 2021 I just bought some resin tie down cleats as trying to bend the aftermarket PE cleats I also bought drove me to distraction. Your skills are truly exceptional 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrykd Posted December 8, 2021 Author Share Posted December 8, 2021 6 minutes ago, NIK122 said: I just bought some resin tie down cleats as trying to bend the aftermarket PE cleats I also bought drove me to distraction. Your skills are truly exceptional As is shown in the pictures I made the handles from 0,2mm brass wire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrykd Posted December 12, 2021 Author Share Posted December 12, 2021 Construction is complete. The only things I haven't added yet are the towing cables at the front, the shells, the jack hinge and one mysterious piece. I took many pictures. Enjoy watching. Now I am going to pain it and I am wondering about the paint cammo. Generally, these vehicles were sent to the eastern front in a single-colour paint scheme (I am strongly tempted to paint them this way). Early versions had a lot of defects and were quickly returned to the factory for improvements, so they were not too badly damaged. If anyone has some paint schemes of initial vehicles from eastern front I would be very grateful for help. 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lazy Modeller Posted December 12, 2021 Share Posted December 12, 2021 Looking good! Looking great! Looking fabulous! Single colour is a good choice... maybe winter pattern! I'm also with one, but no steel! Cheers LM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrykd Posted December 12, 2021 Author Share Posted December 12, 2021 7 minutes ago, Lazy Modeller said: Looking good! Looking great! Looking fabulous! Single colour is a good choice... maybe winter pattern! I'm also with one, but no steel! Cheers LM The initial version has never seen winter. IT was used in spring and summer. So winter cammo doesn't suit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lazy Modeller Posted December 12, 2021 Share Posted December 12, 2021 16 minutes ago, Patrykd said: The initial version has never seen winter. IT was used in spring and summer. So winter cammo doesn't suit. Obviously you know what your talking about, and we can see that for the detail level, but I almost can swear that I've seen a photo of one in winter...OK maybe I wrong for sure. Paint on! Cheers LM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrykd Posted December 12, 2021 Author Share Posted December 12, 2021 (edited) 7 minutes ago, Lazy Modeller said: Obviously you know what your talking about, and we can see that for the detail level, but I almost can swear that I've seen a photo of one in winter...OK maybe I wrong for sure. Paint on! Cheers LM Probably you have seen pictures of the later Nashorn version. Edited December 12, 2021 by Patrykd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robw_uk Posted December 16, 2021 Share Posted December 16, 2021 oh boy thats some gogeous build work. Have been tempted by this kit a few times but never pulled the trigger... look forward to seeing you paint it 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrykd Posted December 16, 2021 Author Share Posted December 16, 2021 (edited) 2 hours ago, robw_uk said: oh boy thats some gogeous build work. Have been tempted by this kit a few times but never pulled the trigger... look forward to seeing you paint it I have to make some small improvement on the frontal gun shield. I've forgotten about cover for gun telescope which was designed for use in first copies of this tank destroyers. Edited December 16, 2021 by Patrykd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vytautas Posted December 16, 2021 Share Posted December 16, 2021 Your Nashorn looks brilliant! Some time ago I have bought great interior decals that are suitable for Nashorn and other similar German vehicles, it is very useful, really enlivens the interior. Decals from Passion Models: https://www.passionmodels.jp/product/266 Vytautas 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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