1st time modeller. 1:350 Bismarck.

[Guest]

Hi John
You have made a wise choice. Using aftermarket stuff is really not for a beginner in my opinion. Photo etch requires some very specific skills. The kit instructions have to be worked in with the PE instructions and some of the parts are ridiculously tiny. By building 'out of the box' you will end up with a model to be proud of whereas spending a lot on very difficult AM stuff could so easily end up with you being frustrated and disappointed. Have a look on YouTube - some interesting stuff on 1/350 ships including the Bismarck. As always with YouTube there is also plenty of dross!
Blog your build on the forum. You will only get encouragement and helpful advice. We are a polite, friendly bunch. Above all have fun!
Jim

Cheers Jim. YouTube it is tonight.

[peterairfix]

How do I see your work Peter.

Scroll down and click on ships and boats go to the under construction section and click on ships under construction or just go to latest post as I have just put my latest work up

[Tim Marlow]

Hi John
Welcome aboard....great forum this, loads of variety and talented guys and gals....
Good luck with this build, should be fun.....with brush painting, remember two thin coats are better than one thick coat....and with the hull on this you’ll find it easier with a flat brush rather than a round one, something like a 3/8 inch flat would be good...
Look forward to seeing you progress.....
Cheers
Tim

[Guest]

Hi John
Welcome aboard....great forum this, loads of variety and talented guys and gals....
Good luck with this build, should be fun.....with brush painting, remember two thin coats are better than one thick coat....and with the hull on this you’ll find it easier with a flat brush rather than a round one, something like a 3/8 inch flat would be good...
Look forward to seeing you progress.....
Cheers
Tim

Thanks Tim