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  • 6 August 2010 at 11:26 #3608
    M. Graff
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      6 August 2010 at 11:26 #27989
      M. Graff
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        I
        have built a modified Flower Class Corvette in 1:72 scale, which is my second build of the kit.
        It is converted to a “short forecastle Corvette” and is based on the Revell kit.
        It is of course RC equipped so that I can use it when I´m in the mood .


        I used plans on K 39 Hydrangea I found on the web and some photos of her and the sister ships.
        It´s not pure scale but as I will not compete with it I´m satisfied with it.

        A little bit of paint now so ….. But I haven´t found any good documentation on what camouflage the early Corvette´s used.

        6 August 2010 at 11:28 #27990
        M. Graff
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          Sorry about the title but this forum has some strange code….
           
          Yes it does! Hopefully corrected now – Colin

          Edited By Colin Bishop, Website Editor on 06/08/2010 16:15:48

          12 August 2010 at 21:58 #28077
          M. Graff
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            I have painted it now, it took two days to get it as I wanted it ….

            I painted it as HMS Begonia (66 K) in a camouflage I found in a book:

             


            From above you can see the 4 “-gun and the wooden deck:


            This pic shows a little rust and other dirt:


            One more:


            The bridge and chimney, etc.:

            I’m pretty happy with how it turned out, I got some details left to do on it. Then I “just” have to install the speed controller and receiver and it’s ready to escort my friends ships against the horrors of the pond. 😀

            Edited By M. Graff on 12/08/2010 22:01:06

            15 August 2010 at 22:49 #28101
            M. Graff
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              I have a couple more boats to show soon….

              This one is almost completed now, I have been detailing it now and adding ropes, blocks, people, anchors and a lot more small bits and pieces. I have also had it in the bath to check how much lead i had to add (and thats a LOT) I use a Robbe 6v 5Ah lead battery and I still had to add almost 600 grammes of ballast!
              I now think that a heavy speaker in the bottom wouldn´t hurt at all .
              With a bit of luck I can test sail her next weekend  .

              Edited By M. Graff on 15/08/2010 22:49:47

              15 August 2010 at 22:50 #28102
              Colin Bishop
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                Great  photos, thanks for sharing them.
                 
                Colin
                17 August 2010 at 09:13 #28117
                David Meier
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                  Hi M.
                  I really like the job you have done with the weathering. The close up of the bow is particularly impressive.
                   
                  Cheers.
                  David. 
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