Advice about detailing model torpedo boat

[Mike EvesParticipant @mikeeves31188]

Hi,

I am 70 years old and 63 years ago my father built a wooden kit model of a British Torpedo Boat for me and my brothers. I have recently had a go at renovating it and installing radio control and it seems to be operational.

It's currently has an all grey superstructure and a black keel and I'd like to give it some more details – maybe numbers, letters and flags better colours for the weaponry etc.

It's 1m long.

I am completely new to this type of model making so would appreciate any advice.

Many thanks

[Mike EvesParticipant @mikeeves31188]

[David Marks 2Participant @davidmarks2]

Mike – I am into model boats but nothing painted Battleship Grey, but as you appear to have the use of a computer I suggest a session with Prof. Google and see what he comes up with. I had a search on Motor Torpedo Boat and the first image tht appeared had a a large 102 on the side of the hull. Is that what you are looking for? There is a company called BECC that can supply all types of decal.

[Ray Wood 3Participant @raywood3]

Hello Mike,

I think you have an Aerokits – Patrol Torpedo Boat the number on the original drawing is PT 301 on the bow and superstructure probably based on an American ELCO boat, I have the plan and will build one eventually

I think the torpedo's should be on the rear deck ??

Regards Ray

[Mike EvesParticipant @mikeeves31188]

Hi David and Ray.

Many thanks for your great advice and the information about Aerokits. I'll be following up on your suggestions.

Thanks again.

Mike

[Charles OatesParticipant @charlesoates31738]

Hi Mike, you might find this link helpful, it includes a picture of a similar model beautifully detailed and finished.

https://www.modelboats.co.uk/forums/postings.asp?th=136956

Charles.

[Charles OatesParticipant @charlesoates31738]

I think I messed up the link. If you type. refurbishment. Into this sites search box, it should be the top one of two results.

Charles

[Richard SimpsonParticipant @richardsimpson88330]

Here's the link embedded Charles:

Torpedo Boat Build Thread

This is Colin's link embedded as well, which is another article well worth reading on the same subject:

Another Torpedo Boat Build Thread

Edited By Richard Simpson on 29/07/2023 11:07:35

[Charles OatesParticipant @charlesoates31738]

Thanks Richard.

[Mike EvesParticipant @mikeeves31188]

Hi Charles and Richard.

Many thanks for your information. Great articles and some fantastic pictures.

Many thanks again

Mike

[Mike EvesParticipant @mikeeves31188]

Hi David, Ray, Charles and Richard.

Many thanks for all your help. I have made some minor changes to my model based on your ideas. I'm afraid I was too new at this to attempt a wholescale repaint

Even so, I have had great fun.

I thought you might like to see it anyway.

Thanks again

Mike

[ashley needhamParticipant @ashleyneedham69188]

Mike. The thing that would make the most difference, in my opinion, is adding crew men.

Good figures, and more than just a pair in the cabin, would bring it to life big time. Not sure what scale you have there but odds on that you will be able to get figures for it.

Adding colour is also a way of livening the greyness up. Small things like Red fire extinguishers, port/starboard markers…whatever…make it up, it all adds to the interest, even if it’s not strictly correct.

Ashley

[Mike EvesParticipant @mikeeves31188]

Hi Ashley,

Many thanks for your post – I'll have a look at getting some figures and additional equipment.

Thanks again.

Mike

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