With apologies for the picture quality - Graf Von Gotzen at the top, Hedwig Von Wissman below the Graf, Kingani/Fifi - the same ship but will feature both the German and then the Royal Navy ensign following her capture and finally Mimi and Toutou. Just the varnishing needed and the all important flags and then - to battle!
Ok then, the models are built and merely need varnishing and the all important ensigns and we are ready to go! I need to get some pictures redone for Steamer Wars: Hexed once they are ready so, all being well, it should be available via the Wargames Vault next month.
The build was quite a learning curve in many ways as well as being a useful way to get back into the construction groove.
The main takeaways are as follows:
1. Plan and use plans (the internet is your friend, along with Jane’s, Conway’s and a whole host of other titles!
2. Paint items prior to assembly- especially where overhangs are involved!
3. Make sure any holes are drilled out with the right sized bit….
4. Think about ‘universal pieces’ - items of superstructure or hull that can be designed and produced by Warbases across as many models as required.
5. In short, remember the 7 P’s!
3 comments:
They look great David!
Thank you kindly old chap! They will look better once they have the flags on which will be happening later today. I plan to add a few more models to the Lake Tanganyika collection and then I will be looking at the Rufiji Delta and West Africa for further inspiration.
All the best,
DC
WOW!!! David these are fantastic they really capture the look and ambience of the period. Really nice model well done !!! Can’t wait to see your games best wishes Quinn
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