I like the 1/700 scale, I've done a few, in particular two Tribal class destroyers from Trumpeter and the White Ensign Models PE upgrade set, very much a tweezer and magnifying glass jobas they measure just 6".
Some advice - don't drink coffee or any caffeinated drink whilst working on the tiny parts your hands will shake too much!
This scale lends itself for building the ship onto a seascape, the ship really comes alive when you see it in its natural environment.
Good luck with the build I'll watch with interest. My next 1/700 model is the British Dido Class cruiser HMS Naiad from Flyhawk complete with the upgrade sets, the detail is amazing.