Brass Propellers

Hi;

 Having spent many years around ships and boats I make my own . When done they look like real bronze props . Even with the polish swirls on them . 

 I don't however do this on operational models . These are all Copper color . I like that they do actually turn greenish after being run in say , a salt water pool . But that's preference 

I think EdGrune came up with just the right stuff.

SkvyWvr

Hi all I'm new here and need some help. Currently building Trumpter's 1:350 USS Ticonderoga GG-47. I'm very excited about this model. Im am a plankowner of CG-47 and as such want to do a qualty job. Problem is that the kit is setup as a motorized model so it came with some oversized 3 blade props. The Ticos and Spruances had 5 blade props. Been looking all over the net for brass ones but haven't had any luck. Hopefully someone can point me in the right direction.

SMC (SW) ret.

 

 In response to your original question I was able to quickly locate two options:  

Flagship Models makes some photoetched brass blades

Use the appropriate and sandwich the hub circle between a couple of discs of plastic.  They're etched flat, so add some twist as necessary.  Google Flagship models for product list

Another option is G-Factor models.   He doesn't keep a website per se',  rather you need to search through moldeing websites.   I found these on Redfrog Hobbies.  Look around Sprue Brothers also carries G-Factor stuff.

They're labeled as Burke's,  but I'll bet they would fit.  These are lost wax castings (3 dimnsional with twist),  attach to the prop shaft and you're good to go.  They are not bright polished, may be somewhat rough.   A session with some files and steel wool will remedy that

Thanks for your service.

A good friend of mine was on the Ticonderoga in the Gulf. Remembers the fireworks of all the Tomahawk launches.

That is a Dragon kit, a search for aftermarket parts should be for the Dragon kit.

Plastic props really are more accurate if painted correctly.

Thank you for your service. Thats a fascinating ship too.

Bill

Large ships like that usually do not have brass propellers, they are either steel or bronze.  It is possible to paint plastic to get a decent bronze effect.  See if you can verify what the props are on that ship.