Topic: HMS Belfast Scale Model 1943

[philchop]

Here are some photos of HMS Belfast in 1943 it has taken 2 years to complete. 1/96 scale semi kit.
Anyone need any info if building said model, pleased to help. Phil.

[radio joe]

Hi Phil
That is a fine looking ship the time you spent on her is quite evident and a credit to you.

Joe.

[paul swainson]

She looks great, jst a small question what did you use for rigging.  I am using black cotton.

[philchop]

Thank you both for your kind comments, its been a labour of love, the research has taken so much time to get it as near as possible 1943.
She is 6ft 6" long and a bit difficult to transport , but what the heck!!
I have used black cotten rigging like yourself, it feels slightly waxed.
regards
phil.

[philchop]

She looks great, jst a small question what did you use for rigging.  I am using black cotton.

Thank you both for your kind comments, its been a labour of love, the research has taken so much time to get it as near as possible 1943.
She is 6ft 6" long and a bit difficult to transport , but what the heck!!
I have used white cotten rigging like yourself, it feels slightly waxed.
regards
phil.

[radio joe]

I used black shearing elastic for the rigging, if you happen to catch it with a careless hand it just moves out of the way also if the rigging is between a fixed structure and a removable structure it allows ample movement

[colin]

very nice model...   

i walk past her in London last week while i was on holiday...

[cabin boy]

 Such commitment, patience, inspirational. Well done Clive

[philchop]

These are some photos of HMS Belfast build in progress.

Thanks again all,

Phil.