Blue Ridge Models USS Nautilus (was Yankee)

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Re: Blue Ridge Models USS Nautilus (was Yankee)

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Hi Patman
Patman wrote:I�ve ordered it.
I hope it�s as good as the Gudgeon :thumbs_up_1:

Any plans of an 1/350 Barracuda, Skate, Seawolf, Triton, etc?

Saludos.
The Nautilus came out well. Better than I expected. However at the time I started her, I had no idea of what actual RP process I were designing for. The end result was just as good with the detail, but required more pre-production work on the Masters to achieve it. Thus the kit has a slightly rougher surface, that requires a light sanding. So ultimately, the Nautilus kit itself is good, but it was a nightmare on our end. With Gudgeon, I was able to design the Digital master specific to the Sla table tolerances, which made post production work easier for Mike Czibovic. With Albacore, again the digital Master was improved to incorporate ease for Mikes' preferred casting methods.

As for whats next, I wish I could say. Brandon prefers to keep things close to the chest, which is why I never post in-progress shots. Wish I could though, so I could find a little peer encouragement/advice... especially when I'm struggling with a detail, like I am now, on the current project. Anyhow, so is the deal with Corporate secrets! :roll:

Hope you enjoy the Nautilus!
Best Regards

Fritz K.
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