Yes, the oil caning was very tedious and I was undecided if I wanted to attempt it. After practicing on some scrap plastic, I decided to give it a go. I'm glad I did as it helps sell the model in my opinion. Thank you for following these videos, I hope you enjoy them. Best wishes!
My apologies for the late reply. It is getting hard to keep up with the comments at times. It was bitter sweet when I finished the model. I was in sort of a lull after finishing because I always had something to do while it was being built. But I had to move on! Thank you for your comment and for watching my video. Best wishes!
Thank you so much for your comments and for watching the video. I did a lot of scratch-building on this model and many modifications. Your comments make the efforts all worth it! Thanks again!
Hey! Thanks for the comment and a big "out freakin THANK YOU " for watching the video. Your comments are highly appreciated. I want to build a Benson Class destroyer in 1/144 scale to display next to the Fletcher class. My father served on the USS Kendrick DD612 and I want to build that ship. I may have to completely scratch build one as I can't find a 1/144 scale Benson class. Wish me luck!!!
Thanks! I noticed what looks like a Sherman tank in your thumbnail photo. I have some armor I've built. I'll try to get a video out on them for you to see. You could probably give me some good tips on armor how to! Thanks again.
8:43 Even though very detailed matter, the crew who is ascending ladder shall let his both arms in front of him. When one climb up steep ladder, he use his both hands to pull up himself. Anyway, it is incredible to express such detail in1/144 scale. This is from Japan. Please accept my apology of my poor English.
Thank you for the Comment and for watching the video! I agree with your statement. That figure was 3D printed in that pose and I thought it would look nice to have a crew member on the ladder. You have a good eye for details. Thanks again for your comment and for watching the video. Best wishes from TEXAS! Komento to dōga no go shichō arigatōgozaimasu! Watashi wa anata no iken ni dōi shimasu. Sono figyua wa sono pōzu de 3 D purinto sa reta mono de, norikumiin ga hashigo ni notte iruto sutekida to omoimashita. Anata wa saibu ni me ga ikitodoite imasu. Komento to bideo o mite itadaki arigatōgozaimasu. Tekisasu kara no go takō o oinori shimasu!
I use Google as a translator. Best wishes! Watashi wa nihongo o hanasemasenga, gūguru wa sugureta hon'yaku-shadesu. Eigo o nyūryoku suru dake de, gūguru ni hon'yaku shite moraimasu. Mondainaku dōsa shite iru yōdesu. Go takō o oinori mōshiagemasu.@@vmsvax2130
Thank you for the comment and for watching the video. I am pleased that the video has been of helpful for you. Best of luck on your project! Thank you again!
Thank you for the comment! I use a variety of cements and glue depending on what I'm assembling. Super glue, or cyanoacrylate adhesive, is the main choice. I use thin and medium the most and thick for parts that have larger gaps. Liquid cement is also used when I need some time to fiddle a part in position and need time to get it placed correctly. Also, liquid cement will soften the plastic and forms a sort of "weld" between the two parts, this helps fill small gaps. Water based white glue is also used, but mainly clear on parts. There are also times I will use epoxy, it just depends on what I'm needing to assemble. But the simple answer is "Super Glue" and liquid cement most of the time. Thank you again for your comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!
Currently working on mine, starting with the hull and main deck and building up from there. Won't be nearly as detailed as yours -- my old eyes just aren't up to it. Wish you had shown how you fabricated and placed the sonar dome. Want to get that on mine before I go much further.
I did somehow completely skip over the fabrication of the sonar dome and placement. I have no explanation as to why as I do have photos of the process. If memory serves, the sonar dome was just slightly forward of the number one 5" mount. The sonar dome was fabricated using sheet plastic filed and sanded to the desired shape. I'm sure you can find several detailed photos on the internet that will help you fabricate one. I do apologize for skipping that process on this video. Thank you for your comment and for watching the video. Best of luck on your Fletcher build.
Thank you for the great compliment! It is highly appreciated. And thanks for watching the video, I hope you got to view all four videos in this series. Best wishes!
Saludos, excelente trabajo, solo una observación, los marineros todos tienen el mismo color en pantalones y camisas, en la realidad siempre hay diferencias de tonos por lavados, secados, etc, siempre hay diversidad de tonos, de resto excelente trabajo.
Sí, estás en lo correcto. Debería haber tenido eso en cuenta cuando pinté las figuras. Gracias por traer eso a mi atención. Agradezco tu comentario y gracias por ver el video. ¡Los mejores deseos!
Really great technique with some innovative ideas. This video works as a showcase for your super weathering and finishing techniques. A level of weathering a bit too extreme for my tastes, particularly certain pieces of equipment would not have been allowed to 'weather' as they appear on your model. ie: guns would not allowed to be rusty and there would probably be some polished brass somewhere. Overall fabulous! It inspires me to finally build the one I have in the closet.
Thank you for your comments and for watching the video. I tend to agree with all you mention but I did extensive research and possibly took grease and oil for rust, hard to tell in black and white photos. The photos really accent the weathering, but looking at the model it is really not that obvious to the naked eye. However, I think you are right on point with your observation. The model took best of show in the local IPMS model convention, which really surprised me. Thank you again for your comments, they are highly appreciated. Best wishes!
The deck plating was scribed by me. I have visited ships and noticed that the decks always have some weld seams. I wanted to incorporate that look in my destroyer build. There was not an exact pattern utilized, I just scribed lines where I thought they looked good. Did some subtle color changes to simulate replaced plating and that was it. Once the deck was painted I weathered the panel lines as shown in the video. Thank you for the comment and I hope this was helpful for you. Best wishes!
Thanks for your comments. The paint I use is called Model Color by Vallejo and also Testors Acrylic. All paint is acrylic water based. I only use enamels for silver etc. I used four basic colors for the hull. Starting from the keel the colors are Red (Model Color) Black Gray (Model Color) Intermediate Blue (Testors) and Sky Gray (Model Color). The deck was Dark Sea Blue (Testors) Sounds basic enough, but I always use different shades of these colors. The superstructure will be a mixture of Sea Gray and I will add a little white or dark gray to change the tone or shade. For a model like this, I never use the exact color on the entire model, I always paint the structures slightly different as I feel. There is no method to this madness, only what I think would "look" good. The colors are blended and become less obvious when the weathering is applied. I hope this has answered your questions. If you have additional questions just reply and I will do my best to help out in any way I can. Once again, I thank you for watching the video and for your comments! Best wishes!
I have to dust off my old memory banks for this one. I believe that I got them from Nautilus Models. Fletcher anti skid decals, if memory serves. If not there then try White Ensign Models maybe. Sorry, I just don't remember exactly where I ordered them from. Thanks for your comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!
Only one came with the kit and it was not used as it was lacking in detail. The ones I used were mostly 3D printed. These were very hard to find at the time I was working on this model. If you are looking for 1/144 scale Bofors, try Shapeways.com. They also provided the figures. Thank you for watching and for your comments! Monte
Wow! that is really cool. My Father was on the USS Kendrick DD612, she was a Benson class destroyer. Here's to our Fathers and to their ships and to their service in the NAVY! Thanks for your comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!
Yeah, the ship looks to have been well used, doesn't she? Nothing a good coat of fresh paint won't fix once she gets back for a re-fit. Thank you for your comment and for watching the video!
Sorry guys! I mistakenly seem to have deleted the comments. My apologies!!!!! As mentioned. the weathering is heavy and I agree it could be viewed as excessive. The photos really do "exaggerate" the weathering. And yes, she was eventually scrapped. Thanks for watching and for the comments!
The "oil caning" is superb..! A lot of job with a lot of patience..! A piece of art..!
Yes, the oil caning was very tedious and I was undecided if I wanted to attempt it. After practicing on some scrap plastic, I decided to give it a go. I'm glad I did as it helps sell the model in my opinion. Thank you for following these videos, I hope you enjoy them. Best wishes!
Quite a build. Your attention to detail is evident.
Thank you! I made an attempt to get things as detailed and accurate as I could. Lots of scratch building! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
This is absolutely fantastic! My father served aboard the USS Mullaney DD528 from 56-59. I am not a model builder but this is pretty amazing.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate the comment. And "thank you" to your father for his service! Best wishes!
Incredibly fine work, how satisfying to complete it.
My apologies for the late reply. It is getting hard to keep up with the comments at times. It was bitter sweet when I finished the model. I was in sort of a lull after finishing because I always had something to do while it was being built. But I had to move on! Thank you for your comment and for watching my video. Best wishes!
Brilliant! Masterful creation. Pure artwork to look at again and again
Thank you so much for your comments and for watching the video. I did a lot of scratch-building on this model and many modifications. Your comments make the efforts all worth it! Thanks again!
Out freakin STANDING job!
Hey! Thanks for the comment and a big "out freakin THANK YOU " for watching the video. Your comments are highly appreciated. I want to build a Benson Class destroyer in 1/144 scale to display next to the Fletcher class. My father served on the USS Kendrick DD612 and I want to build that ship. I may have to completely scratch build one as I can't find a 1/144 scale Benson class. Wish me luck!!!
Great work my friend keep it up
Thanks! I noticed what looks like a Sherman tank in your thumbnail photo. I have some armor I've built. I'll try to get a video out on them for you to see. You could probably give me some good tips on armor how to! Thanks again.
8:43 Even though very detailed matter, the crew who is ascending ladder shall let his both arms in front of him. When one climb up steep ladder, he use his both hands to pull up himself.
Anyway, it is incredible to express such detail in1/144 scale.
This is from Japan. Please accept my apology of my poor English.
Thank you for the Comment and for watching the video! I agree with your statement. That figure was 3D printed in that pose and I thought it would look nice to have a crew member on the ladder. You have a good eye for details. Thanks again for your comment and for watching the video. Best wishes from TEXAS!
Komento to dōga no go shichō arigatōgozaimasu! Watashi wa anata no iken ni dōi shimasu. Sono figyua wa sono pōzu de 3 D purinto sa reta mono de, norikumiin ga hashigo ni notte iruto sutekida to omoimashita. Anata wa saibu ni me ga ikitodoite imasu. Komento to bideo o mite itadaki arigatōgozaimasu. Tekisasu kara no go takō o oinori shimasu!
@@modelsbymonte2431
Thank you for your reply.
I was surprised with your almost complete Japanese. Is there any Japanese around you?
Regards.
I use Google as a translator. Best wishes!
Watashi wa nihongo o hanasemasenga, gūguru wa sugureta hon'yaku-shadesu. Eigo o nyūryoku suru dake de, gūguru ni hon'yaku shite moraimasu. Mondainaku dōsa shite iru yōdesu. Go takō o oinori mōshiagemasu.@@vmsvax2130
Muy bueno. Me ha servido de gran ayuda. Muchas gracias. Perfecto!!!!!
Thank you for the comment and for watching the video. I am pleased that the video has been of helpful for you. Best of luck on your project! Thank you again!
Excellent work, beautifully executed!!! What type of cement did you use?
Thank you for the comment! I use a variety of cements and glue depending on what I'm assembling. Super glue, or cyanoacrylate adhesive, is the main choice. I use thin and medium the most and thick for parts that have larger gaps. Liquid cement is also used when I need some time to fiddle a part in position and need time to get it placed correctly. Also, liquid cement will soften the plastic and forms a sort of "weld" between the two parts, this helps fill small gaps. Water based white glue is also used, but mainly clear on parts. There are also times I will use epoxy, it just depends on what I'm needing to assemble. But the simple answer is "Super Glue" and liquid cement most of the time. Thank you again for your comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!
Currently working on mine, starting with the hull and main deck and building up from there. Won't be nearly as detailed as yours -- my old eyes just aren't up to it. Wish you had shown how you fabricated and placed the sonar dome. Want to get that on mine before I go much further.
I did somehow completely skip over the fabrication of the sonar dome and placement. I have no explanation as to why as I do have photos of the process. If memory serves, the sonar dome was just slightly forward of the number one 5" mount. The sonar dome was fabricated using sheet plastic filed and sanded to the desired shape. I'm sure you can find several detailed photos on the internet that will help you fabricate one. I do apologize for skipping that process on this video. Thank you for your comment and for watching the video. Best of luck on your Fletcher build.
AMAZING! BELONGS ON THE ADMIRALS DESK!!!!!!
Thank you for the great compliment! It is highly appreciated. And thanks for watching the video, I hope you got to view all four videos in this series. Best wishes!
Saludos, excelente trabajo, solo una observación, los marineros todos tienen el mismo color en pantalones y camisas, en la realidad siempre hay diferencias de tonos por lavados, secados, etc, siempre hay diversidad de tonos, de resto excelente trabajo.
Sí, estás en lo correcto. Debería haber tenido eso en cuenta cuando pinté las figuras.
Gracias por traer eso a mi atención.
Agradezco tu comentario y gracias por ver el video. ¡Los mejores deseos!
Really great technique with some innovative ideas. This video works as a showcase for your super weathering and finishing techniques. A level of weathering a bit too extreme for my tastes, particularly certain pieces of equipment would not have been allowed to 'weather' as they appear on your model. ie: guns would not allowed to be rusty and there would probably be some polished brass somewhere. Overall fabulous! It inspires me to finally build the one I have in the closet.
Thank you for your comments and for watching the video. I tend to agree with all you mention but I did extensive research and possibly took grease and oil for rust, hard to tell in black and white photos. The photos really accent the weathering, but looking at the model it is really not that obvious to the naked eye. However, I think you are right on point with your observation. The model took best of show in the local IPMS model convention, which really surprised me. Thank you again for your comments, they are highly appreciated. Best wishes!
Sorry and how you make those rusty metal looking plates…because those aren’t printed on my deck? Did you make those youself the rusty deep lines?
The deck plating was scribed by me. I have visited ships and noticed that the decks always have some weld seams. I wanted to incorporate that look in my destroyer build. There was not an exact pattern utilized, I just scribed lines where I thought they looked good. Did some subtle color changes to simulate replaced plating and that was it. Once the deck was painted I weathered the panel lines as shown in the video. Thank you for the comment and I hope this was helpful for you. Best wishes!
What specific colors did you use & brand name ...ie hull red, deck , superstructure etc..
Thanks for your comments. The paint I use is called Model Color by Vallejo and also Testors Acrylic. All paint is acrylic water based. I only use enamels for silver etc. I used four basic colors for the hull. Starting from the keel the colors are Red (Model Color) Black Gray (Model Color) Intermediate Blue (Testors) and Sky Gray (Model Color). The deck was Dark Sea Blue (Testors) Sounds basic enough, but I always use different shades of these colors. The superstructure will be a mixture of Sea Gray and I will add a little white or dark gray to change the tone or shade. For a model like this, I never use the exact color on the entire model, I always paint the structures slightly different as I feel. There is no method to this madness, only what I think would "look" good. The colors are blended and become less obvious when the weathering is applied. I hope this has answered your questions. If you have additional questions just reply and I will do my best to help out in any way I can. Once again, I thank you for watching the video and for your comments! Best wishes!
Where do you buy those walkway decals?
I have to dust off my old memory banks for this one. I believe that I got them from Nautilus Models. Fletcher anti skid decals, if memory serves. If not there then try White Ensign Models maybe. Sorry, I just don't remember exactly where I ordered them from. Thanks for your comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!
How many of them 40mm Bofors came with the kit?
Only one came with the kit and it was not used as it was lacking in detail. The ones I used were mostly 3D printed. These were very hard to find at the time I was working on this model. If you are looking for 1/144 scale Bofors, try Shapeways.com. They also provided the figures.
Thank you for watching and for your comments!
Monte
My father was on the fletcher DD445
Wow! that is really cool. My Father was on the USS Kendrick DD612, she was a Benson class destroyer. Here's to our Fathers and to their ships and to their service in the NAVY! Thanks for your comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!
The only thing I noticed missing was the Chief's coffee mug.
Yeah, I didn't think anyone would notice that! Good eyes! Thank you for watching the videos and for leaving a comment, it is highly appreciated!
I think the weathering is a bit exaggerated. the ship looks like it should be scrapped 🙏🏻
Yeah, the ship looks to have been well used, doesn't she? Nothing a good coat of fresh paint won't fix once she gets back for a re-fit. Thank you for your comment and for watching the video!
she eventually was
Sorry guys! I mistakenly seem to have deleted the comments. My apologies!!!!!
As mentioned. the weathering is heavy and I agree it could be viewed as excessive. The photos really do "exaggerate" the weathering.
And yes, she was eventually scrapped. Thanks for watching and for the comments!