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Photo #1 |
Here is a photo of the assembled model. It is largely painted though not completely and it has not been weathered. There are a lot of learnings coming out of this build that I will apply to the model files and then I will print and paint a final version. In the meantime, I will practice some weathering techniques on this version.
In the remainder of this post I will detail the changes that need to be made for what I expect will be the final version of the model!
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Photo #2 |
Planned changes for a final version of the model (in no particular order):
- Hatches and other details should have inset outlines that will accept a pin line of black paint (#3)
- Railings should look the same (#2)
- Ladder should fit in cutout (#3)
- Support pillars for bridge need to be shorter and the whole configuration needs to be rethought for assembly (#4)
- Structures such as the life raft, forward hatch, and anchor capstans should be printed as stand alone items for ease of painting (#2, #5)
- Hole in the crane boom is on the wrong side (#6)
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Photo #3 |
- Layering on hull is accentuated by weathering (even at 80 microns). Suggest final print at a low 60 microns, varnish, and then sand.
General observations:
- All parts should be printed at 60 micron resolution and at very slow speed to hide ridging
- Parts with flat surfaces should be rotated by 45 degrees so filament lines look more natural (#3)
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Photo #4 |
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Photo #5 |
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Photo #6 |
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Photo #7 |
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