SMS Emden 1914, Flyhawk 1/700
For the second post, I chose SMS Emden, another Flyhawk one. Although this ship was described as a light cruiser, the length of this ship was almost equivalent to that of standard destroyers in WWII. Thus, the actual model is much smaller than it looks (about 16 cm in length). The kit is a very standard Flyhawk kit, very detailed and well researched one. Besides, the maker tried to adopt some new technologies, such as 3D printer generated bridge part. Although it was my first trial to build pre WWII German ship, thanks to documents, diagrams and pictures available on the web, I could try to make it as accurate as possible. I would appreciate it quite a lot, if the members here could give me some advice or comments. Please noted this is pretending water line and full hull convertible.
One thing Emden did during her career as a raider in 1914 was to create a "fourth stack" using canvas over a structure mounted on the aft searchlight platform. I've always thought if someone could do that on an Emden model it would look very interesting. That's neither a critique nor a suggestion for this model.
Overall this model - with yesterday's post - clearly demonstrates you work at a high level, and achieve a consistent level of excellence.
Tom, Yes, I have seen an Emden model which has four funnels including a dummy one. Is this what you mean? I agree it would be more attractive model if I could recreate such a historical occasion of the ship. Thank you for your comments.
Yes, that's what I was talking about.
Excellent result indeed, Naoki @yamanaka
Must have been a challenge to get all those wires done this nicely.
Nicely done!
This is another incredible ship model, Naoki @yamanaka! π€© My only advice would be to keep turning out jewels such as this. π You've displayed some serious model making skills here! π
You do amazing models, Naoki.
Great build, the realism is amazing Naoki. I have some ships in my collection, but haven't built any yet, and none in this small scale. I can't wait to see what you post next!
Another great piece of work and very nice detailing. Interestingly Emden's main armament was of a smaller calibre than your previous posting of Jupiter.
Another winner, Naoki! One of the hardest things to do with small ship models is to get all the small details and paintwork to blend together for a convincing result. Youβve really mastered this skill.
Really fine workmanship. (@yamanaka)
The rigging on this ship model is very impressive. Youβve done amazing work building this 1/700 scale ship.
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Nice clean work Naoki.
Well...I got nothing for you, that is WAY better than I could do
This is really amazing job, Naoki! Well researched and beautifully rendered!
Congratulations!
Fascinating!
You should make a picture of this model next to a coin or a lighter to show how tiny it really is.
Is the waterline representation achieved by a scooped out seawater base? That seems like a good idea, even if it certainly requires a certain amount of precision work to achieve a result as good as yours.
Yes it is the way. Very simple. But it would not be applicable to the ships which have bulges below the waterline, such as HMS Hood, because you cannot scoop the ship out easily. I have a Hood kit, another Flyhawk, but wondering how to make it full hull compatible... Thank you for your comments.
Another superb ship model, Naoki.
Thank you all for such encouraging comments again. As you may know, there are several famous Japanese ship modelers who have just incredible dexterous skills. I have just tried to learn from them; however, I feel I am not even close to them. Japanese ship modelers tend to love detailed building, while western modelers create more dramatic ship modeling. I like both of them.
I notice your ships are sailing calm seas - most Westerners put their ships in at least a Force 5 gale. π
Force 5 gale! It's rough! I like a diorama showing a ship pushing through rough sea. Always wondering how to create such a dramatic scene!