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Title: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Braz on 06 January 2017, 01:20:36 PM: Enjoying the Caribbean at the moment. Will update with details when I am back.
Title: Re: Braz's Build Contest placeholder
Post by: AKULA on 06 January 2017, 06:27:12 PM: Quote from: Braz on 06 January 2017, 01:20:36 PM
Enjoying the Caribbean at the moment. Will update with details when I am back.

Braz wins the pre-contest psychological warfare phase of this year's competition

;) lol

Enjoy yourself mate.
Title: Re: Braz's Build Contest placeholder
Post by: OSHIROmodels on 07 January 2017, 06:44:35 PM: Quote from: AKULA on 06 January 2017, 06:27:12 PM
Braz wins the pre-contest psychological warfare phase of this year's competition

;) lol

lol

I think that's an automatic loose then ;D

cheers

James
Title: Re: Braz's Build Contest placeholder
Post by: Braz on 09 January 2017, 08:43:34 PM: lol
I may already have lost but still going to build something though.
Kudos to whoever sent their ninja saboteurs to take out my furnace...arrived home to a 0C (32F) house. The damage was superficial and quickly heat was restored to tropical warmth.

Sketching out some of my possibilities at the moment and checking my supplies:

a pirate airship - possibly the Tiger Moth from Laputa
a reimagined Space 1999 Eagle - a sleeker design
XB 982 spacio-temporal ship from the comic series Valerian et Laureline
a YT-1350xs light freighter (an extra small YT-1300 as just saw Rogue One)

Will start building later tonight; after a nice beer and a relaxing meal.
Title: Re: Braz's Build Contest placeholder
Post by: Braz on 15 January 2017, 08:41:01 PM: Brazil, Macademia, almonds, pecans, pistachios, me...all nuts ;D

A week in and still relaxing. Haven't decided which one I will make so I'm currently making both the reimagined Space 1999 Eagle and the YT-1350xs light freighter (an extra small YT-1300). I'm following an organic process to see which one gets finished based on what I feel like working on. Got this done yesterday:

The backbone of the the Eagle redux which has to strong enough to resist flexing
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-261019201313-419841830.jpeg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-261019201313-419852408.jpeg)

The YT1350xs . About 3/5th the size what the Falcon would be.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-261019201313-419861680.jpeg)

And the underbelly.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-261019201313-419871989.jpeg)

Back to adding more bits.
Title: Re: Braz's Build Contest placeholder
Post by: von Lucky on 18 January 2017, 09:56:23 AM: Nuts - but a good foundation for the one you do decide to drop (for now).
Title: Re: Braz's Build Contest placeholder
Post by: Mason on 18 January 2017, 11:21:43 AM: That is a cracking start to both options.
I like the start of the nose on the 1999 option and your mini version of the Falcon (the Sparrow ;)) has gotten me thinking on how to work something similar out for myself in future. The future being far, far away, that is.....
8) 8)
Title: Re: Braz's Build Contest placeholder
Post by: Andym on 18 January 2017, 11:57:51 AM: Great start! 8) is that foamed pvc on the Eagle?
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Braz on 19 January 2017, 02:46:56 AM: Thanks.

Quote from: Mason on 18 January 2017, 11:21:43 AM
mini version of the Falcon (the Sparrow ;))
Like it and named. I have a bottle of champagne somewhere nearby.

@Andym The nose internal structure is made from foamboard/foamcore (foam sandwiched in paper). The landing gear in progress below is made with foamed pvc.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-261019202124-41991149.jpeg)

The basic shape of the front and rear modules.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-261019202124-419921508.jpeg)

Working out and building the floorplan of the Sparrow.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-261019202123-419892082.jpeg)

Cheers
Title: Re: Braz's Build Contest placeholder
Post by: tomrommel1 on 19 January 2017, 07:21:56 AM: very nice start indeed
Title: Re: Braz's Build Contest placeholder
Post by: Hammers on 19 January 2017, 07:57:19 AM: Impressive. You must have a well tooled workshop.
Title: Re: Braz's Build Contest placeholder
Post by: Mason on 19 January 2017, 09:01:53 AM: Brilliant!
8) 8)

You certainly have me thinking of ways to build up an alternate Sparrow to sit in a docking bay on my own world of Outland when I get the time.
:D
Title: Re: Braz's Build Contest placeholder
Post by: Damas on 20 January 2017, 10:11:18 PM: Liking the ideas, loving the technique!
Title: Re: Braz's Build Contest placeholder
Post by: AKULA on 20 January 2017, 10:55:02 PM: Quote from: Damas on 20 January 2017, 10:11:18 PM
Liking the ideas, loving the technique!

This.

Lovely work mate, keep it up

:)
Title: Re: Braz's Build Contest placeholder
Post by: Braz on 21 January 2017, 12:56:41 AM: Thanks all, glad to share.

Quote from: Hammers on 19 January 2017, 07:57:19 AM
Impressive. You must have a well tooled workshop.
Not compared to your workshop. I only cut a few straight lines with my mitre saw for convenience only. Steel rule, box cutter, xacto, compass, hobbysaw, glue, and a drill bit for the rest.
Title: Re: Braz's Build Contest placeholder
Post by: beefcake on 21 January 2017, 02:00:05 AM: Very nice. That should look great when finished
(please change your title so I can remember which thread this one is!)
Title: Re: Braz's Build Contest placeholder
Post by: Braz on 21 January 2017, 02:17:21 AM: Thanks
Quote from: beefcake on 21 January 2017, 02:00:05 AM
please change your title
Oops forgot had to change it on the first post
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Braz on 22 January 2017, 03:40:40 PM: Latest update on the Sparrow
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-261019202124-419901243.jpeg)

Just finished running superglue along the edges of the illustration board. It soaks in and hardens the edge preventing fraying. I will likely have to start painting parts of the interior soon due to accessibility reasons so likely less shots of the interior.
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Mason on 22 January 2017, 04:11:16 PM: That is really coming along well!
8) 8)

A shame we cannot see any more shots of the interior, but please continue taking WIP piccies for us to admire after the contest has run its course.
I, for one, want to unashamedly steal your ideas!
;) :D
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Mick_in_Switzerland on 22 January 2017, 04:15:08 PM: That looks very good :D
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Silent Invader on 22 January 2017, 05:13:28 PM: It'd be really good if the rules could be modified so those that have inaccessible areas could show the WIP with that minimal painting. :'(

Anyways, great project Braz. At some point I want to build a spacecraft with interior so it's most inspirational. 8)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Braz on 22 January 2017, 08:13:59 PM: Thanks and glad you are finding inspirational. No worries; will continue to take WIP shots of stuff can't show now and post them after the contest.
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Silent Invader on 22 January 2017, 08:15:30 PM: Thanks, I shall look forward to seeing them idc :)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Andym on 23 January 2017, 07:01:34 AM: Wow! That's going to be a corker! :o
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Braz on 26 January 2017, 01:39:09 AM: Looks like I'm mostly working on the Sparrow now...will it last?
Working on the bottom of the Sparrow.
The ugly internals...functional and won't be seen.
(http://i940.photobucket.com/albums/ad245/Brazve/Terrain/Scifi/YT1350xs%20005.jpg)

Cladding in progress before detailing. Will try to not be too detailed as won't be seen but I will know what's there and may go overboard. ;D
(http://i940.photobucket.com/albums/ad245/Brazve/Terrain/Scifi/YT1350xs%20006.jpg)
Lots of small panels to cut out now and fit. *Sigh*

Cheers
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: von Lucky on 26 January 2017, 04:42:11 AM: Go, go, go! You've got time still - but it's the painting that nearly killed me last time.
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: AKULA on 26 January 2017, 07:55:23 AM: Beautiful

:)

Quote from: von Lucky on 26 January 2017, 04:42:11 AM
Go, go, go! You've got time still - but it's the painting that nearly killed me last time.

Damn....forgot we need to paint our builds.....

lol
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: tomrommel1 on 26 January 2017, 08:35:03 AM: :-* :-*
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: McMordain on 26 January 2017, 10:25:24 AM: This looks ace! Can't wait to see whats the interior like.

Quote from: AKULA on 26 January 2017, 07:55:23 AM
Beautiful

:)

Damn....forgot we need to paint our builds.....

lol

That what's worries me about my build. It's not even half done, and I don't like to paint big things.... :(
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Andym on 26 January 2017, 12:20:06 PM: That's what spray cans are for guys! ;).....though saying that...I'm still getting bored painting mine. It seems to be never ending! :'(

Keep going Braz! That's coming together! How are you planning on detailing it? Do you have a bundle of model kits to sacrifice for parts for this?
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Mason on 26 January 2017, 02:07:05 PM: This is really coming together well.
That little bird is going to look great when you have finished it.
8) 8)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Braz on 26 January 2017, 11:24:21 PM: :o:o :o :oWe have to paint it ?!?! lol

Quote from: Andym on 26 January 2017, 12:20:06 PM
How are you planning on detailing it? Do you have a bundle of model kits to sacrifice for parts for this?
I do have some model kits that will make some sacrifices to the cause however will likely scratch a lot of it and anything and everything that is around is fair game. Currently trying to source a really really small kitchen sink ;).

Off to wrestle my nightmare creation ;D
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Braz on 28 January 2017, 04:48:35 PM: Cladding in progress.
The bottom is all sorts of weird angles and took more time than expected.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-261019202752-41993690.jpeg)

The top is much more straight forward.
(http://i940.photobucket.com/albums/ad245/Brazve/Terrain/Scifi/YT1350xs%20008.jpg)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Andym on 29 January 2017, 08:28:59 AM: Keep going mate! Keep going! 8)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Silent Invader on 29 January 2017, 08:43:04 AM: Quote from: Andym on 29 January 2017, 08:28:59 AM
Keep going mate! Keep going! 8)

I agree. It's going great. 8)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: AKULA on 29 January 2017, 02:19:33 PM: It already looks splendid*

:)

* I keep using "great" in every post - there are so many awesome projects this year.
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Vanvlak on 29 January 2017, 02:37:33 PM: I want to see this ready - it's coming along very well. 8) 8) 8)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Braz on 30 January 2017, 12:02:38 AM: Top decking is mostly complete with one slice left open so I can make final adjustments when I finish the rear engine section. The side corridor sections are ready to place but thought an update first would be nice. Detailing to start in earnest and working out the cockpit.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-261019203058-419961408.jpeg)

Building the side docking port/escape pods.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-261019203058-419942303.jpeg)

Sorted out the front landing gear and the rear ones are the same but built in tandem. Will add some cabling when I mount it.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-261019203058-41995363.jpeg)

Cheers
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Andym on 30 January 2017, 06:57:47 AM: Great update! 8)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Mason on 30 January 2017, 10:06:38 AM: Looking good!
8) 8)

That landing gear looks great but the Health and Safety people will have a field day with that construction.
;)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Overlord on 30 January 2017, 05:55:45 PM: Its a big build, but coming together very nicely. 8)
That's some seriously strong landing gear, but I guess it needs to be to hold a model that size. >:D
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: uti long smile on 30 January 2017, 06:06:18 PM: Loving this.
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: gamer Mac on 30 January 2017, 07:44:44 PM: Looks great
Keep it up
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: dampfpanzerwagon on 30 January 2017, 07:55:45 PM: I agree - a great update.

Tony
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Elk101 on 04 February 2017, 08:07:33 AM: This is looking very slick. It's ambitious but you're pulling it off!
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Braz on 05 February 2017, 02:01:12 AM: Thanks all. Encouragement appreciated.

Some WIP pics. I'm actually further along in the detailing stage now; just don't have the latest pics.
Tick, tock. Deadline is starting to loom :o :o

The engine grating.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-261019203435-41998749.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-261019203435-419971139.jpeg)

The interior
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-261019203435-41999289.jpeg)

The exterior
(http://i940.photobucket.com/albums/ad245/Brazve/Terrain/Scifi/YT1350xs%200016.jpg)

Starting to work out the cockpit
(http://i940.photobucket.com/albums/ad245/Brazve/Terrain/Scifi/YT1350xs%200017.jpg)

Cheers
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Billchuck on 05 February 2017, 02:08:11 AM: Quote from: Mason on 30 January 2017, 10:06:38 AM
Looking good!
8) 8)

That landing gear looks great but the Health and Safety people will have a field day with that construction.
;)

It's a gorgeous build, but +1 on this. Please, take a dremel and cut those nail tips flat. If someone stumbles and lands on the ship, you want to harm them personally. :p
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Braz on 05 February 2017, 10:12:08 AM: Quote from: Billchuck on 05 February 2017, 02:08:11 AM
If someone stumbles and lands on the ship, you want to harm them personally. :p
Yes I will want to harm them personally, and a few nail holes will be the least of their worries as my wrath >:( >:( >:( descends upon them lol. Actually I'm too mellow for that (and safety concerned). The entire exposed nail ends fit into a wood block (a not-Jenga piece) so it is not exposed at all and is also capped with another 1/4 inch hardboard; that plus the entire structure above should offer ample protection. I believe the stumbling would have to be off a 5 story roof top before there is a chance the nail becomes a hazard though surprisingly have not found any volunteers to test it out.

The block with the landing gear will just slot into one of the 5 slots on the underside at the end; easier to work without the landing assembly in the way.

Cheers
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Mason on 05 February 2017, 10:30:06 AM: Loving how the interior is coming together.
:-* :-*

No volunteers for the 'five-storey test'...?
How disappointing.
;)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Silent Invader on 05 February 2017, 10:33:17 AM: Very much enjoying the build and am looking forward to further development of the interior.
8) :-*
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Anpu on 05 February 2017, 10:41:39 AM: Outstanding Braz!
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Post by: Damas on 05 February 2017, 11:42:57 AM: Superb job there!
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Vanvlak on 05 February 2017, 05:51:08 PM: Very nice - much neater card work than my stuff too! 8) 8) 8)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Braz on 07 February 2017, 12:52:35 AM: Inadvertently started painting...with blood :o :o :o
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/42/2880-261019203754-420011902.jpeg)

Panel detailing, turret, and engine room
(http://i940.photobucket.com/albums/ad245/Brazve/Terrain/Scifi/YT1350xs%200018.jpg)

Building the crew bunks...
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/42/2880-261019203754-420002196.jpeg)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Ragnar on 07 February 2017, 01:21:15 AM: Amazing build Braz.
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Furt on 07 February 2017, 02:07:47 AM: Wow!! This is awesome :-*
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Mason on 07 February 2017, 03:47:31 AM: Quote from: Braz on 07 February 2017, 12:52:35 AM
Panel detailing, turret, and engine room
(http://i940.photobucket.com/albums/ad245/Brazve/Terrain/Scifi/YT1350xs%200018.jpg)

8) :-* 8)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Andym on 07 February 2017, 06:15:19 AM: Fantastic Braz! :o That's really coming together!
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Silent Invader on 07 February 2017, 06:18:45 AM: Golly :o :-* 8)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Dr Mathias on 08 February 2017, 06:18:04 PM: That looks great. Hope you heal up okay ;)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: mikedemana on 09 February 2017, 03:03:50 AM: Well, you've got part of the "blood, sweat, and tears" put into it, now... lol lol lol

I'm with you on that deadline pressure...! :o

Mike Demana
www.firstcommandwargames.com
http://leadlegionaries.blogspot.com/

(http://i721.photobucket.com/albums/ww213/mikedemana/Miscellaneous/LPL_bades_zpsl7op2jaz.jpg)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: AKULA on 09 February 2017, 07:29:21 AM: Looking great mate - keep going

:)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: bandit86 on 09 February 2017, 09:00:30 AM: Just wait till he adds the real working hologram game table :)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Braz on 11 February 2017, 12:22:28 AM: Thanks

Cargo hold
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/42/2880-261019204127-42003703.jpeg)
or crew quarters
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/42/2880-261019204127-42002871.jpeg)

Cockpit WIP
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/42/2880-261019204127-420042366.jpeg)
Interior detailing WIP. Will be added in place after painting; easier that way.
(http://i940.photobucket.com/albums/ad245/Brazve/Terrain/Scifi/YT1350xs%200022.jpg)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: tin shed gamer on 11 February 2017, 01:18:10 AM: Really enjoying this build,and will keep watching for your progress.
I noticed a couple of stress creases in the cockpit card( one of the quirks of card modelling)Do you pre curve your card for tighter curved shapes?

Mark.
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Andym on 11 February 2017, 06:30:13 AM: I'm sure I've said this before about your other builds.....I'm amazed at what some people can do with card! :o
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Elk101 on 11 February 2017, 07:52:12 AM: This is incredible. You're creating a fully gameable location as well as a ship.
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Braz on 14 February 2017, 12:25:30 PM: (http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/42/2880-261019204353-420051057.jpeg)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Mason on 14 February 2017, 12:39:50 PM: That is seriously impressive, sir!
8) 8)
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Damas on 14 February 2017, 01:34:07 PM: Woot! Great job there. :-*
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Elk101 on 14 February 2017, 06:25:52 PM: Great stuff, really looking forward to seeing the painted version.
Title: Re: Braz's BSC Eagle and Sparrow
Post by: Andym on 15 February 2017, 06:58:13 AM: Brill! :o I love the escape pod bits the best so far!