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Title: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on January 02, 2018, 05:25:38 pm
Hi Gents, First I would like to wish All MBM Happy New Year.
This is my new project, which if there's interest I will do a build log. The model will be a fully scratch build of a WWII Akizuki Class Destroyer at 1:100 scale.
I'm using Kagero 3D book and 1:200 scale drawing which I've scaled up to 1:100, as my basis for the model.
The hull is made from 3mm ply frames, 2mm Balsawood skin which I've painted with resin. The deck is made from 2mm ply and will have diamond plate plaster card covering.
I've attached photos to show progress so far.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on January 02, 2018, 09:33:44 pm
More please Mr 888. This looks to be an interesting build. The sheer on that bow is going to insure your bow is dry in all but a rain storm :-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: Umi_Ryuzuki on January 03, 2018, 01:04:56 am
Great work, :-))
A friend in Japan sent me plans from Miyuki Kai (http://www2.odn.ne.jp/miyukikai/), for the Naganami, and Yugumo, and the Kagero. We have framed up two hulls for the Kagero class in 1/72nd scale, And I have started on some details.
:-)
Wish we could share parts...
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on January 03, 2018, 04:16:59 pm
Umi_Ryuzuki (http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=9355) Thanks for the feed back, yes it's a shame we're not building to the same scale, would have been nice to share fittings. I plan to use the torpedo tube as a master for moulding once I've added some more details , as with the range finder and doors will also be used as masters.
I do like your fittings , they look very detailed, clean and sharp.
Ian, like you the bow flare was one of the things I liked about the ship and which drove me to start making this model
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on January 03, 2018, 10:56:39 pm
I am looking forward to see your progress T888!
Excellent fittings Umi :-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on January 05, 2018, 02:46:11 pm
Made the rudder last night,
My Usual methods is to use a photo copy of the rudder from the drawing as a temple , then transfused this to 4 x 2mm plastic card, which I laminated, after sanding to shape I use tippex as a filler, then use 150 grit to sand to a fine finish.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on January 05, 2018, 09:43:35 pm
Tippex used as filler? Interesting. I have heard of model engineers using it whilst silver soldering to mask areas they don't want soldering.
Do you have to be more careful whe sanding it?
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on January 06, 2018, 07:21:23 am
Hi Ian, I picked the Tippex tip up years ago when making Airfix kits, where parts did not fit well. Plastic modlers used it as a joint filler. I find It flows in to joints and scratches filing them up well.
I let it dry over night before sanding, once the part is painted , I've never had any issue with it flaking off or being affected by water.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on January 06, 2018, 01:07:15 pm
I can understand the water resistance as it is solvent based (or was) so this may also help with adhesion on the plastics that share the solvent perhaps as their 'plasticiser'.
This gets more and more interesting :-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on January 14, 2018, 04:57:30 pm
Over the last few weeks I've been getting the hull ready for detailing and painting, however I've build the transom deck with some fittings which I'll make moulds later.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on January 14, 2018, 05:11:34 pm
The cylinders are depth charges I presume? The end detail is neat.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on January 14, 2018, 05:39:33 pm
Hi, Ian, Yes they are depth charges.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on April 02, 2018, 01:36:24 pm
How are you getting on? I appreciate that real life gets in the way of our passions. I just thought I would check in :-)
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on April 02, 2018, 02:33:57 pm
Hi Ian, Funny you should ask, I've been thinking about updating this build.
But with supporting the wife in her hobby ! Show dogs, going to Crufts, being asked to come out of retirement to be a trainner, so now I'm working two to three days a week. I've not had much time for this build.
However I've been doing some model work making the master fittings for my Shannon lifeboat , so not been going on with the Akizuki.
Attached are photos of progress to date.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: Stan on April 02, 2018, 02:46:18 pm
HI T888 this would go well with your build sadly wrong navy.
Stan.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: unbuiltnautilus on April 02, 2018, 02:48:35 pm
Akizuki is a graceful looking design. Most WW2 era Japanese destroyers could best be described as 'functional' in appearance, not this one. I could go for one of these at 1/72 scale!!
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on April 02, 2018, 03:02:17 pm
Stan, nice model, just prime to be sunk by IJN {-)
Alan, it would be a big model ! But at 1:100 it still would look good attacking PMBDT convoy <*<
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on April 02, 2018, 03:24:23 pm
Think of the Brownie points you are earning assisting your wife! She does look good, and definitely has a crafted look rather than a wartime emergency sort of look.
Keep up the good work when you have the chance :-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: Stan on April 02, 2018, 04:10:01 pm
HI T888 Not sure if you know the carrier was sunk by the IJN. I think the IJN ship Tone had something to do with it.
Stan. :(( :(( :(( :(( :((
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: unbuiltnautilus on April 02, 2018, 05:14:06 pm
Stan, nice model, just prime to be sunk by IJN {-)
Alan, it would be a big model ! But at 1:100 it still would look good attacking PMBDT convoy <*<
Size IS everthing %)
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on April 02, 2018, 07:15:46 pm
Hi Stan, Yes I did, if I'm correct ? she was the only U.S escort carrier to be sunk by surface warship gun fire ? During the Battle off Samar.
She still a nice model that you have made.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on April 06, 2018, 06:37:24 pm
Hi Gents,
Just started to make the Funnel.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on April 06, 2018, 07:55:47 pm
I wish they made their funnel systems more complicated! I am interested to see how you flesh out the funnel system.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on April 06, 2018, 08:32:11 pm
This funnel has more curves than spaghetti junction ,I don't think the designer knew what a straight line was. This funnel will require a lot of sanding & filling.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on April 07, 2018, 03:18:38 pm
Don't worry, it will look good in the end especially with all the detail gubbins on it.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on April 08, 2018, 06:29:15 pm
Funnel blocked and first filler has been ruffed sanded, over the next few days I'll smooth this out, fill in defects and use high build primer to get it ready to be painted.
Then hopefully it then will be good enough to detail.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on April 08, 2018, 09:45:40 pm
That will be splendid T888. I can see it already finished in grey with the details :-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on April 17, 2018, 06:27:11 pm
Funnel progress so far
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on April 17, 2018, 07:33:02 pm
The side pieces with the ribs already add hugely to the structure :-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on April 17, 2018, 07:45:46 pm
The side pieces are air intakes for the boiler room.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on April 17, 2018, 07:50:33 pm
How stylish. We made do with grilles and water tight hatches!
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on May 24, 2018, 03:18:21 pm
Quick update,
I've started to make the gun turret master. The photos should the turret, which still has to have more detail added. However the base is stil too be made. This means the turret will have to be cast in two parts.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on May 24, 2018, 10:56:27 pm
They didn't skimp on their styling with this class did they! I like that turret. I wonder whether slush casting would give you the results you are after. You need quite quick curing resin and a rubber mould secured in a plaster of resin jacket though.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on May 25, 2018, 07:09:09 am
No,they did not.
When casting I use a Fast Cast resin which flow well in to all areas of the mould. The moulding rubber if its paint over all the find detailing before pouring, gives a clean an sharp mould.
I have not heard of slush casting, can you enlighten me ?
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: Geoff on May 25, 2018, 01:43:35 pm
Its probably a bit late now but I think I have copies of the original plans for this class. An extremely rare book which has virtually all the plans of the IJN starting with Mikasa. The quality varies but most are copies of the original plans so not model plans.
I'm not sure if you are aware but the wavy deck line in the IJN came from one of their top designers in the 1930's and is unique to the IJN. Basically high at the bow for see-keeping then lower for the turrets then higher again amidships for buoyancy and lower aft where not needed. The lower level for the turrets was a weight consideration.
This is most prevalent in their heavy cruisers and Yamato class battleships.
Keep up the good work
Cheers
Geoff
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on May 25, 2018, 03:35:24 pm
Thanks Geoff for the info.
My model is based on Kagero Super 3D Drawing book which comes with a 1:200 scale drawing, which I've up scaled to 1:100.
I've also got another publication by the same author which gives more detail of the super structure and fitting.
I've made the hull and it's ready for its first sea trials. Once it pass this, I'll be adding more details which I'll post pic later.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on May 28, 2018, 06:07:08 pm
Well, finished the turret master, now it's ready to be moulded.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on May 28, 2018, 06:24:39 pm
Made the mould this afternoon and cast off the first turret. However as it's been hot this afternoon, the fast cast resin, curing time is way to quick and has not allowed any bubbles to float out.
So this first one has to many blow holes and so will be going to the bin.
I will retry later tonight or early in the morning when its cooler.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on May 28, 2018, 11:01:27 pm
Hi T888, This is a link to the process of slush casting. If doing only a few castings then it may not be practical especially in warm weather unless you use less of the hardener part. Here: https://www.polytek.com/tutorial/slush-casting-resin-make-hollow-parts
The turret looks good, very good :-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on May 30, 2018, 05:16:07 am
Thanks Ian, Years ago I knew this as Glass bubble produced by International paints. I had forgot about this. Thanks for the update. I will look in to this and let you now how I get on.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on June 03, 2018, 07:05:42 pm
This weekend I finished off the turret base and made the mould. First cast came out well.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: littoralcombat on June 03, 2018, 10:47:58 pm
Good Work Dave, your turret master looks very crisp. I have always had admiration for the IJN ship Designers, they had a certain knack for creating nice looking vessels.......mostly. Nige
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on June 04, 2018, 06:31:08 am
Thanks Nige,
I,ve always liked style and lines of these ships, it's only until resent I've had the time and skills to take on a Japanese subject.
Ian, re slush casting. Im going to have a look into the Slush method /product for the turrets later. However at this time I've drilled the bulk of the turret casting to reduce weight.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on June 09, 2018, 07:01:50 pm
A little more progress
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on June 10, 2018, 12:33:28 pm
I fully respect that decision Dave. Sometimes experimenting can overtake a project in time and expenditure, and sometimes enthusiasm.
She has become a beautiful model :-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on June 10, 2018, 12:59:47 pm
Thanks Ian for your feedback.
I'm slowly getting pleased with this project , as it's turning out better than I first thought it would.
I like the slush method, as it could open up other options for casting masters that don't lend its self to normal cold casting.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on June 10, 2018, 01:53:48 pm
Funnels might be a good case in point as you could master them solid and then cast them hollow assuming you need more than a couple!
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on June 22, 2018, 03:09:28 pm
Little more work, this time I've made and cast off the Rangefinder sights, deck hatches and torpedo tubes
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on June 22, 2018, 08:47:55 pm
Of course, looking at the torpedo luncher, those Long lance Torpedoes were big biffers.
I like the director.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on June 23, 2018, 09:03:20 pm
Thanks Ian,
Yes the long lance torpedo was, and very effective to.
Today I,ve been making the degaussing cable that goes around the hull. The degaussing cable is made up of four cables, clip to the hull, just below the deck level.
For the last few months I've been trying to think of away to make this. One idea was to use fine thread . A member in the boat club has made a couple of Japanese battle ship and the method he used was fine thread.
This idea would I felt would not work for my model at 1/100. So I decide to have a go at using fine copper cores. Which I striped from some 10 core cable, and used the cores, the photos shows this method.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on June 23, 2018, 10:16:21 pm
Neat and straight. It looks just like the real thing Dave. Like with Brian B and other people's scratch building, it is a shame to paint over tidy work.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on June 24, 2018, 06:04:58 am
Once again Thanks for your feed back Ian it is much appreciated.
Painting ! That's funny you should say that.
This build, I started to use Tamiya paints. {:-{ But I've found that there is a difference in there TS range and XF, the TS is more a satin, but the XF is Matt.
There is also a colour shade difference as well.
it also seems that this vendors paints are a special order, as the first order for Hull and deck colours took over four weeks to come in. The second order, I've been awaiting for more hull grey, is now over four weeks.
I should have used Revel paints.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on June 24, 2018, 02:39:47 pm
I have used Revell's enamel Wine red (I think that's the name!) for painting below the waterline on two models now and am very pleased at its coverage and finish. It suits a coarser brush well and I would recommend this colour.
I haven't used Tamiya paints for ages. The last job was to paint a river on wargames terrain using a Dark blue and a Grey. While fresh they are good paints, but I find they separate after a year or two of storage.
Looking at a paint chart on line suggests that as one range is classic paint in a pot while the other is aerosol then it may be to do with the formulation for spraying. Cleverer folks than me would know if aerosol paint needs special thinners or even further reformulation to work from aerosol cans?
Re feedback, These projects are like watching telly for me. I do not have one and so entertain myself reading on this and one or two other forums.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on June 24, 2018, 09:18:03 pm
I used Tamiya this time as they did the specific paint for this class of warship, I'll have to live with this choice , as I've painted so much.
I'll in the future be using Revel paints, as like you have found it does give good coverage, it spray well when using an air brush and its stable.
I hope to keep you entertain for a bit longer with this build.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on June 25, 2018, 09:40:05 pm
It's first class. If the reality TV was as interesting I would consider getting a TV!
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on July 07, 2018, 07:06:21 pm
Not been watching football, but I have been doing some wiring and small fitting work.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on July 07, 2018, 10:04:39 pm
Does the component box contain two ESCs and a mixer? The switches suggest duality in your system somewhere. That Funnel/superstructure assembly just gets better!
I listened to it on 5 Live and wished I had put a tenner on the England to win as I would have been £400 up on the deal!
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on July 08, 2018, 06:03:15 am
Hi Ian,
The control box as you said , does have two ESC . It also has the 8 channel receiver, this allows me to use the control box in different models with out having to un-plug all the ESC and R/C units.
I still need to cut vents in the box and add the cooling fan.
I wish I was lucky in betting, unfortunately I never have been. £400 would buy a lot of modelling supplies.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on July 08, 2018, 04:00:46 pm
I tried that for my first two models but dimensions and some magic grey smoke prevented me from doing this.
For larger models I can see this as a good idea.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on July 26, 2018, 09:21:35 pm
Little more progress I thought you may like to see.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on July 31, 2018, 08:33:22 pm
Good lord, that superstructure isn't giving you any leeway eh? Lovely work as usual T888 :-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on August 04, 2018, 04:24:00 pm
Moved back to working on the bridge structure. Not to happy with the vented box , I'll see what it looks like once it's painted.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on August 04, 2018, 04:26:25 pm
Things can look wonkier as an image than in real life. Sometimes the clearest images are too sharp for preview thumbnails etc, so don't knock your work too soon.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on August 04, 2018, 04:37:50 pm
Thanks Ian, I always have issue with making louvre,s, I just can't seem to get them spaced correctly. I've use serval methods / jigs to get good alignment / spacing. But specially at this scale just does not come good for me.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on August 09, 2018, 05:31:40 pm
Made the master for the Capstern, deck hatch and the bases for the boat Davits this morning. This afternoon RTV mould was ready so the masters were pulled and I've started cast fitting off
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on August 31, 2018, 02:26:52 pm
Some update on my build. Hope you enjoy
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on August 31, 2018, 10:24:51 pm
Wow! talk about progress. She's nearly complete I reckon. The model is very clean and well finished :-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on September 01, 2018, 06:29:23 am
Thanks Ian, I still have a lot more to do, Boats, Davits, Mast, small AA guns, depth charge racks, just to list a few things.
Must say thanks for your comments again :-)) . It seem your the only one making comments even though this thread has over 4000 views.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: Shipmate60 on September 01, 2018, 09:47:31 am
Dave, You beat me to it. I have 1 of these vessels which needs a refurb. Had it a few years now so I am one of the watchers, but don't want you to get too big headed with more comments!!!!
Bob
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on September 01, 2018, 10:36:52 am
I try and comment when the builder has done a lump of work rather than complimenting them on banging a nail in, as a sub assembly or impressive section of railings is something to enthuse about. It is often a major undertaking for the builder using up loads of their enthusiasm especially if it had to be re done several times to get right.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on September 01, 2018, 05:01:25 pm
Thanks for your feedback Ian,
Bob, I can always trust you to bring me back to earth. Thanks for your post, its appreciated, if there's any fittings I've moulded, that would help out with please let me now.
Tomorrow if the weather holds I would like to do some sea trials, I'll post pic,s if I do.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: Shipmate60 on September 02, 2018, 09:49:30 am
Now that is an offer I might not be able to refuse.
Being honest another stunning model up to your usual standard.
Bob
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: Martin (Admin) on September 04, 2018, 08:33:08 pm
Video:
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on September 04, 2018, 09:01:25 pm
Big thanks to Martin for down loading the video of her first sea trails :-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: Martin (Admin) on September 04, 2018, 09:38:30 pm
:-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on November 12, 2018, 10:51:09 pm
Now she is a beautiful ship T888! I bet you are as proud as punch at how well she sits and sails?
Superb work :-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on December 01, 2018, 05:56:48 pm
Hi All, It's been some time since my last post, but I've found the removable section of the deck was cut to far forward. So I had to remove the section and replace it {:-{ >>:-( . Now it's done I have started work on the main mast.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: Akira on December 02, 2018, 01:50:02 am
Wow what a nice build. She cuts a fine wake, has a nice tactical diameter and appears very stable for such a narrow fine hull. You have done a fine job of keeping your weights low.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on December 02, 2018, 08:22:24 am
Thanks All,
Most of the credit must go to the full size ship designer.
Yes I'm very please with her performance , I just need to keep the weight down with the remaining fittings so as not too upset her.
In the next few months I'll try to see how she performs in bad weather. When I do l wil post a video.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on December 04, 2018, 11:18:41 pm
Is the mast made of styrene and brass?
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on December 05, 2018, 05:18:21 am
Hi Ian, It's made from plastic tube, but I've put copper wire inside this help with strengthening and helps to keep it light.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on December 05, 2018, 10:18:49 pm
Oh, that is clever! You get the best of both worlds with an easy glue surface and light weight strength.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on January 14, 2019, 04:08:11 pm
Slow progress, but started to make the search light. It Needs the LED, lens, mounting bolts and paint.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on January 14, 2019, 07:41:05 pm
I like it!
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on January 14, 2019, 08:22:50 pm
Thanks Iain
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on February 14, 2019, 05:27:07 pm
Hi All, some pic,s of my progress so far, hope you like.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on February 14, 2019, 11:44:00 pm
Hi Dave, That is a lovely model that you must be proud of. That's one other project that has been fun to watch throughout the last few months.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on March 07, 2019, 06:42:11 pm
Well, first attempt at the jolly boat, if it comes out well I will mould it.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on March 07, 2019, 08:38:19 pm
The layer of clinker planks should make the hull thick enough to cast reliably. I hate boats, they take ages to make and need all that davit gubbins and griping bars etc.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on March 07, 2019, 08:46:52 pm
Too,wright Ian. I hate them as well for the same reasons.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on March 08, 2019, 05:27:00 pm
Hi just playing with moulding and cast the hull only as a solid cast, before I use the master to mould the full boat. [/size]Also I tried to use the mould for making a thin cast. It's worked to a point but it too thin at the top of the casting. I will play with it a bit longer.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on March 08, 2019, 09:22:26 pm
It is a good start. You are getting a full hull, so you know you can work from there. One of our members from France did some fibre glass boats recently which worked nicely. It might have been Serge or Richleau.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on March 09, 2019, 07:11:40 am
Thanks Ian I'll have a look at that thread.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on March 14, 2019, 04:35:02 pm
Well,second boat made from the thin casting. Plan to cast the oars, so I'll have a full set for each boat. Next is to start on the davits then paint and add detail like ropes, blocks etc. Then fit both to the model.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: Dreadnought on March 14, 2019, 05:22:37 pm
Wow that's really detailed! :-)) :-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on March 14, 2019, 05:31:11 pm
Thanks for the feed back
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on March 14, 2019, 11:56:48 pm
It looks nicely to scale in thickness. The thwarts and details should strengthen it up well.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on March 15, 2019, 12:55:09 pm
I must say I'm pleased with how its come out of the mould. It's very light & strong, also it will not increase top weight, another plus for doing it that way.
A freind has asked if I could post pictures of how I make the davits, so here's some and a simple step by step.
1. I use 20 thou ABS plastic. The davits shape is a photo copy taken from the plan. 2. The copy transfused to is the ABS and stuck down using Pritstick. 3. Cut to shape 4. Once this is cleaned up , I use EverGreen strip to make the "H"beam web,s 5. Next I'll add detail.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on March 15, 2019, 08:52:51 pm
That method allows so much more freedom than when using styrene shapes. You can add any odd shapes and flares etc in without mutilating a stock piece. The key is getting the edges of the inner perpendicular to its face so the flanges sit right.
It's looking good :-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on March 15, 2019, 09:07:41 pm
Too wright Ian, however I did try using 2mm brass section but I could not get a smooth bend with out it twisting and becoming a bin job. >>:-( This method as you said gives freedom for detailing.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on March 25, 2019, 09:02:54 am
Had some free time to fit the first boat and started working on the second.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on June 29, 2019, 06:39:33 am
Started back modelling again and still sloging away with the Akizuki fittings.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on June 29, 2019, 08:51:17 pm
Excellent as ever, the break from it has done you good I bet :-)
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: raflaunches on June 29, 2019, 09:14:49 pm
Fantastic work, love it! :-))
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: RST on June 29, 2019, 10:32:41 pm
Perhaps I missed something, but just out of interest for me is that a de-gausing cable run round the shell near the shear strake or something else?
Really nice build.
Rich
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: raflaunches on June 29, 2019, 10:35:42 pm
Hi Rich
I’d have to agree with you. Looks like a de-gausing cable to me too.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on June 30, 2019, 05:52:18 am
Yes gents , your both correct, it is a de-gauging cable. It gave me a lot of head scratching as to how to make it.
Ian yes it's nice to have a break from modelling, it recharges the batteries. It's nice to see others building logs to get fresh incentive to restart.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on July 07, 2019, 06:46:07 pm
Started this afternoon on making the two depth charge racks, next job is the pair of K throwers.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on July 08, 2019, 12:20:16 pm
"K" thrower master made and first casting taken from the mould.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on July 14, 2019, 12:34:24 pm
Working this weekend I've started on the Motor boat, progress so far , hope you enjoy.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on July 14, 2019, 07:37:55 pm
Mould made, first casting pulled
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: Capt Podge on July 14, 2019, 07:54:28 pm
You've really got this moulding technique sorted Dave, just as you did on your HMS Quorn. Good to see :-))
Regards, Ray.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on July 14, 2019, 09:31:24 pm
Thanks Ray, this model has been a real test of my moulding and modelling skills, sometime I could have bin the lot, but it's actually turned out not that bad.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on September 12, 2019, 11:08:47 pm
Not that bad my 'bottom'! That is first rate modelmaking with attention to detail and use of many skill sets. Like loads of folks on this forum, you are not just making a model, but creating a miniature of the real subject. Kudos to you. The skills of our modelling elders like Tug Kenny and Radio Joe runs through your veins.
Carry on......
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on September 13, 2019, 06:40:44 am
Thanks Ian for your comments.
Hope all's well with you, not seen any posting from you for a time.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on April 15, 2021, 11:45:29 am
Gents,
Been to the pond this morning taking pictures so thought as I’ve not post any completed pictures of this build so here they are
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: warspite on April 15, 2021, 12:15:48 pm
Been playing silent hunter 4 at weekends when the juvies have been asleep so I don't use up too much electricity (them being in the house all the time means our electricity usage is through the roof), sunk a couple of these in some of the quick missions {-)
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on April 15, 2021, 04:57:23 pm
Wish I had time to play computer games :-)) any way we got rid of the juveniles years ago and once they had gone , electric, gas and food bills all got cheaper. However the bank of mum and dad still does take a hit. {-)
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: glenn69 on April 15, 2021, 06:28:25 pm
Wow,what an amazing looking boat. It's nice to see another Japanese warship other than the usual Yamato,Nagato etc.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on April 15, 2021, 06:42:26 pm
Glenn69, thanks for your comments. I must say I enjoyed making this model and the challenges it gave me. It does sails very well.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on April 15, 2021, 07:20:56 pm
Video of today’s sail https://youtu.be/4LgR7eC5j_M (https://youtu.be/4LgR7eC5j_M)
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: ballastanksian on May 03, 2021, 08:24:59 pm
She sails very well, very stable given the tight turns.
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: Geoff on May 04, 2021, 10:51:23 am
Very nice indeed!
Geoff
Title: Re: IJN Akizuki 1:100 scale build
Post by: T888 on May 04, 2021, 12:49:19 pm
Thanks Ian & Geoff,
Your comments are appreciated, I must say she turned out good and I’m very please with and how she sales.