robertmro Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 Two years ago I set out to 3D-print a piece that would ultimately be cast in resin. I had no idea how steep the learning curve would be. First, I had to learn 3D modeling. Then I had to find someone who could print something that small, and, finally, someone who could do it justice in the casting. It's now complete, and just in time as the new HK B-17F has come on the market. (Originally, I had started this project with the B-17G in mind.) I will be selling these Norden Bombsights through online hobby stores. The possibility of making them in 1:48 scale exists, but only if there is a demand. I would love to know what you think. Robert Mrozowski Kagemusha, Mebo, Swatto and 5 others 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 Welcome aboard, Robert! That's some exquisite design and casting. Let us know via the Vendors Board when (and where) they're available for sale. Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill_S Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 That would look mighty fine in a clear nosed P-38! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cees Broere Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 I want one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ade rowlands Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 Thats incredible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dodgem37 Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 You are da MAN! So, you just happen to have a Norden Bombsight lying around the garage? I like the pizza box as scale idea. If this is 3D printed, who is your printer? The resolution of this print is astounding. Although others may differ, I do have a need to know! In addition, what 3D program did you use, and who's your caster? Thank you. Sincerely, Mark Mebo 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertmro Posted January 12, 2017 Author Share Posted January 12, 2017 Mark, The restoration guys at the National Museum of the Mighty Eight Air Force in Pooler, GA were nice enough to give me access to their Norden. CADProto did the 3D printing. Paul Fisher of Fisher Models did the casting and recommended CADProto. ( I tried other printing services but they are the best so far. ) The modeling was done with modo. Robert Zero77 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kagemusha Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 Absolutely wonderful, will have to suss out how many I need! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill_S Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 Do you have any idea as to price and release date? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertmro Posted January 13, 2017 Author Share Posted January 13, 2017 Bill S I don't have a price yet but I will post it as soon as I know. LSP_Matt 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe66 Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 Brilliant ! Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bomber_County Posted January 14, 2017 Share Posted January 14, 2017 Robert, welcome aboard........ Best modelling forum on the web........ Which software did you use for the modelling? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill_S Posted January 14, 2017 Share Posted January 14, 2017 ... wrinkle paint... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl H Posted January 14, 2017 Share Posted January 14, 2017 That looks great. One detail: That mount was used in the B-17G (and many other aircraft) but not in the F. There was an aluminum shelf that jutted out into the nose: Mounted to that platform were a couple of brackets with other structure: And on top of the brackets and structure was this shock mounted plate to which the bombsight (actually the direction stabilizer) was mounted: Zero77 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertmro Posted January 14, 2017 Author Share Posted January 14, 2017 That looks great. One detail: That mount was used in the B-17G (and many other aircraft) but not in the F. There was an aluminum shelf that jutted out into the nose: Mounted to that platform were a couple of brackets with other structure: And on top of the brackets and structure was this shock mounted plate to which the bombsight (actually the direction stabilizer) was mounted: Karl, Thanks for the great reference! That's a lot easier to model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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