Trak-Tor Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Hello, I have decided that, with all the great builds emerging here, it's time to get on the wave...But I warn you - this is a long-term project and the progress here will be sloooow... My obsession with this Bristol's beast has started some 6 years ago (Thanks to HlavaXXII, a friend of mine...).It was few years after I had returned to modelling after many years of doing other things.First goal was to make a 1/33 paper model of this plane. But as I have started to look for the references, this happened to be a challenge in itself. And a lot fun too.So after years of researching, with many ups and downs over the time, I've got a lot of references, a couple of new friends, some computer 3D modelsand the persistent feeling that I need to do something with it, or it will end up in vain...Time flies, you know... Me inside TFC's Beau, July 2012: So, what to do? A detailed, full 1/32 or 1/24 scale model was an option...But then I saw a 1/12 F-104 cockpit on some modelling show. And that one has made me think...And when I bumped into Jack Constant's amazing cutaways, which are made also in 1/12 scale, the decision was made. Jack Constant's models are now in collection of Canada Aviation and Space Museum:https://ingeniumcanada.org/ingenium/collection-research/collection-item.php?id=1998.0075.001, https://ingeniumcanada.org/ingenium/collection-research/collection-item.php?id=1998.0076.001https://ingeniumcanada.org/ingenium/collection-research/collection-item.php?id=1998.0077.001, https://ingeniumcanada.org/ingenium/collection-research/collection-item.php?id=1998.0226.001https://ingeniumcanada.org/ingenium/collection-research/collection-item.php?id=1998.0227.001, https://ingeniumcanada.org/ingenium/collection-research/collection-item.php?id=1998.0228.001I haven't found any quality pictures online.There's a great summary of his work in FineScale Modeler/May 1999, written by his son Alan Constant:https://kalmbachhobbystore.com/product/back-issue/fsm990501 My heap of "Beau" references: There's a lot more of it on my harddrive. So to finish my first WIP post, here are some real world and full scale examples of the subject: Beaufighter Nose Section by David North, on Flickr Bristol Beaufighter (A19-144) Photo 2 by Chris Young, on Flickr There's hope I'll be back soon. Juraj Zank_Frappa, sandokan, KiwiZac and 6 others 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Wow! This one should be fun to follow. The level of ambition around here lately is as impressive as the level of skill! Kev BiggTim, Out2gtcha and Trak-Tor 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVbob Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Jack Constant's creations (I shan't call them models) have at the same time and I'm talking about a spit second here inspired me and made me want to quit modeling forever. That being said I wish you (what I'm thinking is going to be about 2-3 years) a most enjoyable time. I will be following your build thread if you decide to go that route. Good luck. Bob BiggTim and Trak-Tor 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Barry Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Love it Juraj. Good luck. The Beaufighter has a wonderful amount of detail. Scratchbuilding, if it does not kill you, makes you stronger. Trak-Tor and BiggTim 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn M Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 ooooo coool!!! Trak-Tor and BiggTim 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cees Broere Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Very nice project, will be following this for sure. How will you be tackling the structure? Plastic frames with plasticard or metal covering? Looking forward to see this evolve. Cheers Cees BiggTim, Trak-Tor and Out2gtcha 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guyman1 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 This will be epic looking forward to this one Guy BiggTim and Trak-Tor 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TorbenD Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Gosh! Looking forward to following this build - your ambition is to be much applauded! Torben Trak-Tor 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trak-Tor Posted October 11, 2017 Author Share Posted October 11, 2017 (edited) Hello again! Thanks a lot for the replies. I'll do my best to not to dissapoint. There are some obstacles in my way though. - I've never built anything like this before. So it all will be a 'trial and error' process all the way. Any kind of help, hint or encouragement will be therefor appreciated a lot. - I've got no proper workplace for now. Just my working table in the middle of our small flat. And I need to get some tools too. An update is needed. - Spare time... But I'm determined to overcome all this somehow. And my wife is aware of it too. First, I need to start somehow. So here's a 3D model of the Front Fuselage. It's not complete and detailed, just something to begin with: Here's the real thing: Bristol Beaufighter HARS, Albion Park, N.S.W (12) by Mark, on Flickr I think I will start with paper/cardboard. That's the material I'm used to work with. I need to test the fit and make some templates out of it. My plan is to use either metal, plastic or wood for the final model. Whatever will work best. Full metal (litho, brass) would be ideal. But I haven't decided yet what will be visible and what hidden under the skin. Time will tell. That's all for now. I think I'll prepare some real thing next time. Juraj Edited October 12, 2017 by Trak-Tor Guyman1, 109, Doctorgaz and 6 others 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guyman1 Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 This is getting very interesting mate. Guy 109 and Trak-Tor 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
109 Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 1/12 scale as my Dora-9! One day both warbirds has to be on the same table 🤗 Trak-Tor 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trak-Tor Posted October 12, 2017 Author Share Posted October 12, 2017 1/12 scale as my Dora-9! One day both warbirds has to be on the same table Well, I have to learn a lot from you first. But I'd like to see them both together. Who knows, maybe whole Beau will meet Dora one day... 109 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ungoliat Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 Well Another channel, LSP, is becoming a TV cable service, every thread its a show to must see.. 109 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
109 Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 Well, I have to learn a lot from you first. But I'd like to see them both together. Who knows, maybe whole Beau will meet Dora one day... Please feel free to ask any questions. So do I ☺ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trak-Tor Posted October 14, 2017 Author Share Posted October 14, 2017 Small update - a 3D printed supporting base for the model (it's not so small at all): Now it's time for some printing and cutting. 109, Out2gtcha, Guyman1 and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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