by DougKn » Mon Sep 17, 2018 7:25 pm
Hi, All
I bought a collection of "wargaming" type models I believe are from the 1920's, and am trying to figure out the why of their design. They were in a wooden case with 45 (+) US DD's (Wickes/Clemson) where some of the named models were scrapped starting in the 1930's. (there may have been more, as there were plenty of empty slots). Included were a homogenic set of 20 large destroyers, that don't quite fit known classes. The models are made of wood and wire, and are compatible to detailing of that period in 1/1200 scale. I am trying to figure out the basis for the design, as it was evidentiary made with intent of replicating a "known" design. Was there any contemporary information in books that may have caused a slightly off design?
I suspect they may be representative of the Japanese "Special Type" (FUBUKI) class prior to their completion in 1928. The Special Types were 380'(+) long and originally when ordered in 1923 were to have 4-5" (2x2), 9-TT (3x3) in the same locations as the model, as well as the elimination of the well-deck position to between funnels for the 1st TT mounts. An extra turret was soon later incorporated in the design in "X" position, but was this know to outside sources. There were 20 FUBUKI/AMAGIRI ships ordered. The models do tend to reflect some design aspects of earlier MUTSUKI and MINEKAZE destroyers in the bows, bridge, and mounting aft guns on bandstands. I re-arranged a couple of damaged models using the same locator holes, and they configured just like the FUBUKI's. It would make sense to be able to game a comparison of potential rivals between the US and IJN at the time. Below are some of the photos. Thank you for any help.
Hi, All :wave_1:
I bought a collection of "wargaming" type models I believe are from the 1920's, and am trying to figure out the why of their design. They were in a wooden case with 45 (+) US DD's (Wickes/Clemson) where some of the named models were scrapped starting in the 1930's. (there may have been more, as there were plenty of empty slots). Included were a homogenic set of 20 large destroyers, that don't quite fit known classes. The models are made of wood and wire, and are compatible to detailing of that period in 1/1200 scale. I am trying to figure out the basis for the design, as it was evidentiary made with intent of replicating a "known" design. Was there any contemporary information in books that may have caused a slightly off design?
I suspect they may be representative of the Japanese "Special Type" (FUBUKI) class prior to their completion in 1928. The Special Types were 380'(+) long and originally when ordered in 1923 were to have 4-5" (2x2), 9-TT (3x3) in the same locations as the model, as well as the elimination of the well-deck position to between funnels for the 1st TT mounts. An extra turret was soon later incorporated in the design in "X" position, but was this know to outside sources. There were 20 FUBUKI/AMAGIRI ships ordered. The models do tend to reflect some design aspects of earlier MUTSUKI and MINEKAZE destroyers in the bows, bridge, and mounting aft guns on bandstands. I re-arranged a couple of damaged models using the same locator holes, and they configured just like the FUBUKI's. It would make sense to be able to game a comparison of potential rivals between the US and IJN at the time. Below are some of the photos. Thank you for any help.
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