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new to scratch build
Posted: Sat Aug 31, 2013 12:32 pm
by gigery1
I have plans for a 1/192 scale Type 22 batch 2 frigate that i would like some hints on getting started.
Re: new to scratch build
Posted: Sun Sep 01, 2013 12:08 pm
by Fliger747
First decision; full hull or waterline! This determines somewhat optimal construction methods.
Second: Material you are most comfortable and skilled working with? Plastic, wood, resin, fiberglass? Many scratch projects utilize some commercial components, fittings, propellers etc. Or would you rather scratch everything!
Good Luck, a very satisfying way to build: T
Re: new to scratch build
Posted: Sun Sep 01, 2013 6:05 pm
by roy allen
Tools, good ones
engineers square, straight edge, protractor, dividers, circle cutter, to name just a few.
You will also find that you get through a lot of blades, remember clean sharp cuts make lighter work.
HAVE FUN
Roy
Re: new to scratch build
Posted: Thu Sep 05, 2013 7:07 am
by Tiny69
Maybe you would like to read one of the ARH builds which contain lot of valuble information on scratch building with loads of photographs too.
Here is a link to the IRON Duke 1916
viewtopic.php?f=75&t=20253
Regards
Tiny
Re: new to scratch build
Posted: Thu Oct 31, 2013 7:54 pm
by PATMAT
Sift through the build logs here... and get a book! Here are some of my picks:
http://astore.amazon.com/modelmarine-20 ... TF8&node=1