by migoat » Fri Sep 28, 2007 3:24 pm
simon b wrote:I will shortly start work on a 1/96 RN Type 42 destroyer. The question is whether i depict the deck camber or not. I assume this will make things a little harder (This will be my first semi kit) and the ship will be built for display rather than R/C
That is your decision. I don't think it necessarily will make it harder, just different. Look at your subject, is the camber noticable? Do you want it to be an exact scale replica, or are you satisfied making that compromise? Try making a mock up section of part of the deck, one that is flat and one with the camber, what looks better to you?
If you where making an R/C model, the camber would also serve a practical purpose. So that leads to the most important question. Why not an R/C model?
No matter what you decide, make sure you post pictures of your project!
Craig
[quote="simon b"]I will shortly start work on a 1/96 RN Type 42 destroyer. The question is whether i depict the deck camber or not. I assume this will make things a little harder (This will be my first semi kit) and the ship will be built for display rather than R/C[/quote]
That is your decision. I don't think it necessarily will make it harder, just different. Look at your subject, is the camber noticable? Do you want it to be an exact scale replica, or are you satisfied making that compromise? Try making a mock up section of part of the deck, one that is flat and one with the camber, what looks better to you?
If you where making an R/C model, the camber would also serve a practical purpose. So that leads to the most important question. Why not an R/C model?
No matter what you decide, make sure you post pictures of your project!
Craig