Snoopy Posted January 2, 2009 Posted January 2, 2009 Yes, my Kaiten model is finally finished. I am so happy that I had to start a new thread for it. I will not claim that the model is totally accurate. I only had some photo's, the measurements and some old scetches to work from, but I think that it looks like a Kaiten, so I am happy. The original Kaiten that I have based my model on, was discovered by american troops in september 1945. I decided to keep the weathering to a minimum, since this was a one way weapon. I weathered the markings, to simulate outdoor storage.I hope that you like my scratch built effort.All the bestSnoopy
Snoopy Posted January 2, 2009 Author Posted January 2, 2009 The markings on the original was brush painted, so I painted the markings with a toothpick.
Snoopy Posted January 2, 2009 Author Posted January 2, 2009 I made the propeller blades from a soda can.
Brian Wolfe Posted January 2, 2009 Posted January 2, 2009 That is one very nice model.Well done.RegardsBrian
Snoopy Posted January 3, 2009 Author Posted January 3, 2009 That is one very nice model.Well done.RegardsBrianHello BrianThank you very much. I am really glad that you like it.All the best Snoopy
Paul R Posted January 3, 2009 Posted January 3, 2009 That is a super model!! What did you make it out of? I am amazed!
Snoopy Posted January 3, 2009 Author Posted January 3, 2009 That is a super model!! What did you make it out of? I am amazed!Thank you very much, every one. I made a skeleton, to get the basic shape, and covered it with styrene plastic sheet's. I made all detail parts, from either metal or bits of plastic. I decided early on that all parts had to be hand made. That's the fun of scratch building. Hmmm, where did I put the plans for that german WWI naval airship, or maybe the Waco Hadrian assault glider? All the bestSnoopy
Paul R Posted January 3, 2009 Posted January 3, 2009 How long did it take you to complete the sub? I look forward to seeing your future models!
Snoopy Posted January 3, 2009 Author Posted January 3, 2009 How long did it take you to complete the sub? I look forward to seeing your future models!Thank's Paul. I worked on the model for allmost six months.All the bestSnoopy
nesredep Posted June 5, 2009 Posted June 5, 2009 Hello!Have you any new Models to share?? All the best Nesredep
Satsuma Posted December 15, 2009 Posted December 15, 2009 Hi Snoopy I'm new and only discovered today the Military Modeller's forum (I usually hang-out in the Japan section). Now I think you Kaiten is superb. If ever you hold a masterclass, count me in. Keep it up; you're inspiring. Satsuma (IJN Enthusiast)
peter monahan Posted December 16, 2009 Posted December 16, 2009 Snoopy I admire your obvious interest, your extremely high skill level but, most of all, I admire your patience! Superb work! Thanks for sharing it. Peter
Jan Arne S Posted December 17, 2010 Posted December 17, 2010 Very very Nice model , Snoopy !!! Jan Arne
speagle Posted December 18, 2010 Posted December 18, 2010 Very well done. So-when do you plan on building a "breakaway" model Ed
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