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Re: Pit-Road/Flyhawk 1/700 IJN Destroyer Kagero (Plastic Kit |
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Quote: for all IJN Destroyers, whose tripod Masts are nearly identical, There are subtle differences in placement, depending on class. A universal set would be very challenging. And that set would not be applicable to Shimakaze, the Akizukis, or the Matsu/Tachibanas. Even the Fubukis would have some issues with the trailing legs of the foremast. OTOH, it's possibly feasible that one could make a prewar/early war universal foreleg - that's the piece that extends high enough to include all the yardarms. A late war mast is far more problematic.
[quote]for all IJN Destroyers, whose tripod Masts are nearly identical, [/quote]
There are subtle differences in placement, depending on class. A universal set would be very challenging. And that set would not be applicable to Shimakaze, the Akizukis, or the Matsu/Tachibanas. Even the Fubukis would have some issues with the trailing legs of the foremast.
OTOH, it's possibly feasible that one could make a prewar/early war universal foreleg - that's the piece that extends high enough to include all the yardarms.
A late war mast is far more problematic.
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Posted: Tue Apr 26, 2022 12:20 pm |
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Re: Pit-Road/Flyhawk 1/700 IJN Destroyer Kagero (Plastic Kit |
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The Sphryna is the same set as sold under the Pit-Road label for the new Kagero kit. It is wonderfully extensive, but for me, it's a bit of overkill for 1/700.
I'm planning a review for the new Yukikaze kit. Hopefully for June 1.
The Sphryna is the same set as sold under the Pit-Road label for the new Kagero kit. It is wonderfully extensive, but for me, it's a bit of overkill for 1/700.
I'm planning a review for the new Yukikaze kit. Hopefully for June 1.
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Posted: Tue Apr 26, 2022 12:12 pm |
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Yes this set ist awesome. Sadly I build a Kagero class destroyer and now I have no idea for an early one.
Greetings Christian
Yes this set ist awesome. Sadly I build a Kagero class destroyer and now I have no idea for an early one.
Greetings Christian
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Posted: Tue Apr 26, 2022 1:01 am |
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Re: Pit-Road/Flyhawk 1/700 IJN Destroyer Kagero (Plastic Kit |
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I wish that the Tripod Masts for the Sphryna Kagerō PE upgrade set was sold separately, to be used for all IJN Destroyers, whose tripod Masts are nearly identical, and only slight modifications of the existing Masts would be sufficient to produce the masts for all IJN Tripod masts (and then some).
These have really raised the bar on IJN detailing.
MB
I wish that the Tripod Masts for the Sphryna Kagerō PE upgrade set was sold separately, to be used for all IJN Destroyers, whose tripod Masts are nearly identical, and only slight modifications of the existing Masts would be sufficient to produce the masts for [i][b]all[/b][/i] IJN Tripod masts (and then some).
These have really raised the bar on IJN detailing.
MB
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Posted: Mon Apr 25, 2022 8:37 pm |
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What more could they possibly add? Turned brass masts, gun barrels, and winch drums in addition to 3 PE sheets!
What more could they possibly add? Turned brass masts, gun barrels, and winch drums in addition to 3 PE sheets! :wave_1:
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Posted: Sat Nov 13, 2021 7:35 pm |
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Re: Pit-Road/Flyhawk 1/700 IJN Destroyer Kagero (Plastic Kit |
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Quote: I assume you mean this release? https://www.ebay.ca/itm/154695316694?ep ... SwOWlhjSIf No I meant just the seperate pe sheets sets. I am not sure but it looks as though this deluxe release doesn't contain the upgrade edition pe sheets set Berend
[quote]I assume you mean this release? https://www.ebay.ca/itm/154695316694?ep ... SwOWlhjSIf[/quote]
No I meant just the seperate pe sheets sets.
I am not sure but it looks as though this deluxe release doesn't contain the upgrade edition pe sheets set
Berend
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Posted: Sat Nov 13, 2021 11:42 am |
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I assume you mean this release? https://www.ebay.ca/itm/154695316694?ep ... SwOWlhjSIfSeems to be a bit overkill for an already good kit!
I assume you mean this release? https://www.ebay.ca/itm/154695316694?epid=15050747730&hash=item24048f34d6:g:xi0AAOSwOWlhjSIf Seems to be a bit overkill for an already good kit! :wave_1:
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Posted: Sat Nov 13, 2021 10:41 am |
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Great news! Thx for the update, Berend.
Great news! Thx for the update, Berend.
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Posted: Sat Nov 13, 2021 9:47 am |
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Re: Pit-Road/Flyhawk 1/700 IJN Destroyer Kagero (Plastic Kit |
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Sphyrna Model Studio, which seems to me to be a Flyhawk company is going to release an IJN Destroyer Kagero PE Sheets Upgrade Edition and an IJN Destroyer Kagero PE Sheets Basic Edition for the Pitroad kagero W-213.
Regards,
Berend.
Sphyrna Model Studio, which seems to me to be a Flyhawk company is going to release an IJN Destroyer Kagero PE Sheets Upgrade Edition and an IJN Destroyer Kagero PE Sheets Basic Edition for the Pitroad kagero W-213.
Regards,
Berend.
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Posted: Sat Nov 13, 2021 7:33 am |
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Re: Pit-Road/Flyhawk 1/700 IJN Destroyer Kagero (Plastic Kit |
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Thank, Greg. Quote: does it seem likely that a late war version will be forthcoming as well? I would think so, given both Pit-road's history of offering variants, and the great result of this partnership. The bridge, bridge roof, aft deckhouse and main deck have all been molded separately, and these are the pieces they would be tweaked to reflect a late war fit. That, and an additional sprue with single and triple 25mmAA, new foremast, radars, roll-off DC racks, maybe some splinter shielding. Couldn't say when that might happen, though. Quote: What would you suggest for PE detailing - some generic IJN railings and ladders? I'm going to forget about trying to put hand-railing on turrets and torpedo launchers. Seeing as it's Flyhawk produced, it needs little to no parts replacements. I'm actually a little surprised that new PE has yet to be released. There is a deck mask for this kit that is out. It would certainly be possible to use railings and ladders that are out there, plus Rainbow has class specific PE for funnel grills and torpedo reload girders. Grab rails in this scale would be overscale. That applies to my built examples as well. It would interesting to see if the PE set for either the Fujimi regular version or the NEXT version of the early war Kagero type would fit this kit. I don;t have one on hand to experiment with. Not yet, anyway.
Thank, Greg.
[quote]does it seem likely that a late war version will be forthcoming as well?[/quote]
I would think so, given both Pit-road's history of offering variants, and the great result of this partnership. The bridge, bridge roof, aft deckhouse and main deck have all been molded separately, and these are the pieces they would be tweaked to reflect a late war fit. That, and an additional sprue with single and triple 25mmAA, new foremast, radars, roll-off DC racks, maybe some splinter shielding. Couldn't say when that might happen, though. [quote]What would you suggest for PE detailing - some generic IJN railings and ladders? I'm going to forget about trying to put hand-railing on turrets and torpedo launchers. Seeing as it's Flyhawk produced, it needs little to no parts replacements.[/quote]
I'm actually a little surprised that new PE has yet to be released. There is a deck mask for this kit that is out. It would certainly be possible to use railings and ladders that are out there, plus Rainbow has class specific PE for funnel grills and torpedo reload girders. Grab rails in this scale would be overscale. That applies to my built examples as well.
It would interesting to see if the PE set for either the Fujimi regular version or the NEXT version of the early war Kagero type would fit this kit. I don;t have one on hand to experiment with. Not yet, anyway. :smallsmile:
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Posted: Tue May 05, 2020 3:25 pm |
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What would you suggest for PE detailing - some generic IJN railings and ladders? I'm going to forget about trying to put hand-railing on turrets and torpedo launchers. Seeing as it's Flyhawk produced, it needs little to no parts replacements.
What would you suggest for PE detailing - some generic IJN railings and ladders? I'm going to forget about trying to put hand-railing on turrets and torpedo launchers. Seeing as it's Flyhawk produced, it needs little to no parts replacements. :wave_1:
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Posted: Tue May 05, 2020 11:05 am |
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Great review, Dan. That certainly is a beautiful kit...I will definitely be adding it to my stash when/if normal overseas air freight is re-established. I also really appreciate the background history on the other available Kagero kits. (Should I really be surprised that the Aoshima kit scales too small? ) Question, Dan: based on your examination of the new PR Kagero sprues, does it seem likely that a late war version will be forthcoming as well?
Great review, Dan. That certainly is a beautiful kit...I will definitely be adding it to my stash when/if normal overseas air freight is re-established. I also really appreciate the background history on the other available Kagero kits. (Should I really be surprised that the Aoshima kit scales too small? :huh: ) Question, Dan: based on your examination of the new PR Kagero sprues, does it seem likely that a late war version will be forthcoming as well?
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Posted: Mon May 04, 2020 10:16 pm |
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Pit-Road/Flyhawk 1/700 IJN Destroyer Kagero (Plastic Kit) |
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Posted: Mon May 04, 2020 9:55 pm |
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