Building HMS Queen Elizabeth 1943

[zak]

It is looking very impressive.

[Wizzel]

Same comment as previously really - a very busy and 'boaty' area in that picture.  Seeing the model coming together is where you can also see the value of the aftermarket brass.  Plus of course you add so much of your own work what with rigging, drilling out them pom-pom barrels etc.  (you ARE going to drill out them pop-pom barrels aren't you  ).

[Kiteman]

....amazing work. I wish, I wish, I wish....

[Haddock]

Here's some ladders, as they come off the fret, then bent with my clumsy fingers.

Then fitted, along with some railings.

The ladders are too short and the railings aren't the right length but I don't think it will be noticeable when the cranes are fitted as the top of the ladders will be covered up by the cranes.
Haddock.

Note to self, tidy up the boat deck rails

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[Haddock]

Same comment as previously really - a very busy and 'boaty' area in that picture.  Seeing the model coming together is where you can also see the value of the aftermarket brass.  Plus of course you add so much of your own work what with rigging, drilling out them pom-pom barrels etc.  (you ARE going to drill out them pop-pom barrels aren't you  ).

I've chickened out, their only 0.5mm dia, must be getting old!

[Haddock]

By Jove, it only just fits!!
All sorts of mini errors with these bits, best I can do with it.
Haddock

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[Wizzel]

I think this is turning out to be my favourite one of your models so far Haddock.  I won't ask how it rates with you!

[Kiteman]

I agree, it certainly is very impressive, well done that man!

[Bigkev]

Haddock,
Your a blooming marvel man!
Such intricate work, done so brilliantly it takes my breath away.

Question:-  Does Mrs B feed you on Valium impregnated carrots? With your level of detail work you surely must be. Still Hands  = Valium,  Hawk like Eyesight = Carrots

Great work,
Bigkev

[Haddock]

I think this is turning out to be my favourite one of your models so far Haddock.  I won't ask how it rates with you!

My favourite is always the one I am on with at the time. When the model is complete, I tend to lose interest in it after a few months.
Kev, my eyesight is lousy and my hands shake like someone that's been on the booze for a week. I've just fathomed ways to get round it. Like Zack, I've also got plenty of time on my hands so I've got no need to rush although, what his output would be like if he really got a move on doesn't bear thinking about
Haddock.

[zak]

I think this is turning out to be my favourite one of your models so far Haddock.  I won't ask how it rates with you!

My favourite is always the one I am on with at the time. When the model is complete, I tend to lose interest in it after a few months.
Kev, my eyesight is lousy and my hands shake like someone that's been on the booze for a week. I've just fathomed ways to get round it. Like Zack, I've also got plenty of time on my hands so I've got no need to rush although, what his output would be like if he really got a move on doesn't bear thinking about
Haddock.

I think I am a Dreadnaught/ Pre fan really, although this does look nice.
My output is what it is, I am struggling at the moment, busy digging and playing with my rotovator - The back and other bits suffer and so sitting modelling is not as attractive.

[Haddock]

       I'm really pleased that I persevered with these. A bit more detail added and a coat of paint and I think they really do look the dogs do-da's. Not often I can say that. I'll put some rigging on when the glue has set.
Haddock.
Shame about the back, keep taking the pills!

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[zak]

Looking really good.
Even in this small scale I do admire the quality of your work.

[Kiteman]

The scale may be small but the quality and presision is immense!

[zak]

Just like the Haddock himself - small and precise - well in some things anyway.