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Title: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: roadskare63 on 03 August 2015, 12:37:30 AM
Hi all, been a while since my last build-(scratch built medieval inn)
I wanted to do something a little bit different and gamer Mac gave me the inspiration to do my own 28mm surfaced sub.
It is made from foam, cardboard, plastruct tubes, a toothpick, pins,grommets, granny stitch and the top off of a coffee creamer bottle...and the
dive planes on the bow are parts of a pair of safety glasses, oh and 1/4 inch chicken wire for the railing around the AA gun.
This is it before I weather the old girl...I thought it was representative of either U.S. or German WW1/WW2 subs, but still
generic enough to be any country's, or "non country's" sub.
(http://i.imgur.com/F6DoYFH.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/f54w392.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LaJhsuj.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/DCFIVSv.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/EiQUWEt.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/KrV6WkR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/j0oPjoH.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/nmpCUeG.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/U5tjS9r.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/TrcYU7b.jpg)

The tall pieces like the two periscopes and radio mast, along with the guns are removable for transport.
Let me know what ya think...  
Cheers,
Carl
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: blacksoilbill on 03 August 2015, 01:16:46 AM
Wow, nice work! Very impressive indeed.
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: Constable Bertrand on 03 August 2015, 01:44:55 AM
Brilliant! Looks awesome!

Why buy one when you can do that!!

Cheers
Matt
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: Gun bunny on 03 August 2015, 01:48:34 AM
THAT is absolutely the coolest good sir!!!  :o :D :) lol
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: Dr.Falkenhayn on 03 August 2015, 02:18:48 AM
i'd be proud to have such an amazing Centerpiece on my Gaming Table  ;D :-*
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: cuchulain23 on 03 August 2015, 03:04:18 AM
Fantastic looking submarine.
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: FramFramson on 03 August 2015, 03:32:49 AM
Hell of a build! Looks great!

Maybe a little weathering? Some streaks from the bilges, etc?
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: Supercollider on 03 August 2015, 05:27:39 AM
Fantastic build!

Maybe a little weathering? Some streaks from the bilges, etc?

Have to agree with Fram - a little weathering would take this to the next level!
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: roadskare63 on 03 August 2015, 06:00:40 AM
Thank you all VERY much for the support!!... :)
It was a fun build and I plan on a few more with a few slight changes in mind.
As far as weathering, I really wanted to but was on the fence as I wanted to get some "fresh raw" pics up first...but i think i have been pushed over that fence and the weathering will commence!! Bwahhawhawhawhaw!! >:D
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: Mason on 03 August 2015, 06:04:32 AM
Bloody brilliant!

Great use of imagination, sir.
 8) 8) 8)


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Post by: Doug ex-em4 on 03 August 2015, 10:56:54 AM
Awesomeballs - well done indeed.... :-*

Doug
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Post by: Andym on 03 August 2015, 11:41:32 AM
Cracking! That Gamer Mac is a BAD influence!  ;)
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Post by: NickNascati on 03 August 2015, 12:22:51 PM
Just beautiful, congratulations!
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Post by: Arundel on 03 August 2015, 01:05:23 PM
Superb work. May you have many hours of enjoyment out of it!
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: Commander Carnage on 03 August 2015, 01:05:46 PM
Very nice, who will crew the beast?
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: The Dozing Dragon on 03 August 2015, 02:46:02 PM
Wonderful. You see so many great scratch builds here. Nice to see it in the 'junk' state before paint....makes it almost achievable!
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: Traveler Man on 03 August 2015, 03:38:54 PM
A nice build, indeed!  :-*
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: roadskare63 on 09 August 2015, 12:00:41 AM
OK, so here she is in all of her used and abused rusty glory....let me know what ya think.
(http://i.imgur.com/ZHUSg2x.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ExR4v4R.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/piYbcPF.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/oaJiFjb.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/kdVY5V0.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/BG09ciQ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/v8y0asm.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/kGJ1xfO.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xiUwlf1.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/eGYOx6A.jpg)
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: roadskare63 on 09 August 2015, 12:02:22 AM
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk164/roadskare63/SUB%20DSCN0999_zpszhneaxic.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/user/roadskare63/media/SUB%20DSCN0999_zpszhneaxic.jpg.html)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk164/roadskare63/SUB%20DSCN1003_zps5dzqkybf.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/user/roadskare63/media/SUB%20DSCN1003_zps5dzqkybf.jpg.html)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk164/roadskare63/SUB%20DSCN1002_zpsn9ujr3sd.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/user/roadskare63/media/SUB%20DSCN1002_zpsn9ujr3sd.jpg.html)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk164/roadskare63/SUB%20DSCN1004_zpsvutnmjfn.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/user/roadskare63/media/SUB%20DSCN1004_zpsvutnmjfn.jpg.html)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk164/roadskare63/SUB%20DSCN1005_zpshfehscdn.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/user/roadskare63/media/SUB%20DSCN1005_zpshfehscdn.jpg.html)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk164/roadskare63/SUB%20DSCN1006_zpszsztmpk8.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/user/roadskare63/media/SUB%20DSCN1006_zpszsztmpk8.jpg.html)
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: von Lucky on 09 August 2015, 02:17:47 AM
Lovely stuff. Rust work has come out well.
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: juergen c. olk on 09 August 2015, 02:31:19 AM
It's Perfect!
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Post by: Supercollider on 09 August 2015, 03:22:22 AM
Looks fantastic!
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Post by: FramFramson on 09 August 2015, 04:13:13 AM
Now that's complete! Aces!
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: Muzfish4 on 09 August 2015, 05:13:50 AM
Marvellous - how did you achieve the rust effect?

Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: Constable Bertrand on 09 August 2015, 05:42:58 AM
HEAPS BETTER!!!!  :-*  8)  8)

Nice work!

Cheers
Matt
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: Andym on 09 August 2015, 07:21:19 AM
WOW! Brilliant stuff! :o
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: roadskare63 on 09 August 2015, 08:03:40 AM
Thank you so much guys!!
Muzfish4,
I used this product...I thinit down with a little water after thoroughly mixing it as it is THICK with real metal shavings...
I thin it down so i can have more control when I paint it onto the surface to be rusted...once it dries, paint the activator over it...
after about 20-30 minutes, it will begin to turn into "rust"...you can let it go for a few hours, or seal it with a clear matte coat when
it turns to your desired effect...
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk164/roadskare63/2ozset.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/user/roadskare63/media/2ozset.jpg.html)

You can find this stuff at Michael's, Joanne's or probably most any good craft store...they have many different colorings as well...you can also google it.
Cheers,
Carl
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: Pijlie on 09 August 2015, 08:53:55 AM
An absolute fantastic scratch build.  :o
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: PortCharmers on 09 August 2015, 02:15:20 PM
Very nice build!  How did you do the welding joints?
There is, however, a suggestion the technology-geek inside me just has to make: The telescopic bits of the periscope and other equipment could do with a polish, otherwise they will foul the seals.

P.S.: don't go near my tramp and its valuable shipment of arks of the covenant.
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: Eric the Shed on 09 August 2015, 02:45:39 PM
I need to build one of these...thank you for the inspiration
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Post by: Traveler Man on 09 August 2015, 04:11:45 PM
Oh yes, that is nice!  :)
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Post by: War In 15MM on 09 August 2015, 04:23:56 PM
That's a beauty.
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: roadskare63 on 09 August 2015, 04:32:24 PM
Thank you all again!!...this is the stuff that keeps me going!!!!!


PortCharmers,
I made the weld seams with "puff paint"...that weird 3d crafting paint for clothes....it is quite fun to use as welds, or even rivets...filler!
 Eric the Shed!...that is monsterous for me....have at it and have fun!!
This is all gamer mac and fram's fault tho! lol
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: warrenpeace on 09 August 2015, 06:49:42 PM
Crazy Good!  :-*
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: Muzfish4 on 10 August 2015, 01:52:21 AM
Thank you so much guys!!
Muzfish4,
I used this product...I thinit down with a little water after thoroughly mixing it as it is THICK with real metal shavings...
I thin it down so i can have more control when I paint it onto the surface to be rusted...once it dries, paint the activator over it...
after about 20-30 minutes, it will begin to turn into "rust"...you can let it go for a few hours, or seal it with a clear matte coat when
it turns to your desired effect...
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk164/roadskare63/2ozset.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/user/roadskare63/media/2ozset.jpg.html)

You can find this stuff at Michael's, Joanne's or probably most any good craft store...they have many different colorings as well...you can also google it.
Cheers,
Carl

Thanks for the advice, Carl.

I'll keep an eye out for this stuff next time I find myself in a craft store.
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: mweaver on 10 August 2015, 04:33:20 AM
That is very, very cool.
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: Melnibonean on 10 August 2015, 10:34:07 AM
That's fantastic.
There's nothing like the satisfaction of doing a scratch build that comes out looking so nice.
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: pistolpete on 20 August 2015, 08:40:48 PM
thanks for the rust tip.
great job on the build!  between this and gamerMac, I'm tempted to try one myself.
Title: Re: scratch built submarine in 28mm inspired by gamer Mac
Post by: roadskare63 on 22 August 2015, 12:47:56 AM
GO for it pete!!!....show us what ya made when yer done!!!, I love to see what this site can produce!!...So many talented people here!!

As a matter of fact, I am working on a victim for the sub to hunt as I type this...hope to have her done in a week or so.....