1/350 scale original series Enterprise

That is one fine piece of work and it truely releases the elegant beauty of craftsmanship, bestowing nothing but accolades of appreciation from even the most discriminating modelers on the planet.  You have done great justice to such a fine icon of the Sci-Fi era.  The lines and detailings are without flaw.  The integrity speaks for itself.  You shall be congratulated for your utmost in effort to recreate a masterpiece. 

speakerofthetruths wrote:

That is one fine piece of work and it truely releases the elegant beauty of craftsmanship, bestowing nothing but accolades of appreciation from even the most discriminating modelers on the planet.  You have done great justice to such a fine icon of the Sci-Fi era.  The lines and detailings are without flaw.  The integrity speaks for itself.  You shall be congratulated for your utmost in effort to recreate a masterpiece.

That is why I decided to hire him for the job.  He knows what he is doing and the quality of his work speaks for itself.

I can't wait to see the saucer parts together.

Scott 

It's amazing how sharp the lines look. 

jay wrote:

Now *that* is how the Enterprise should look.  Mr. Vader you are one lucky fella  - that's going to look very nice sitting on your shelf!!

"Anything worth doin' is worth doin' right!"

Scott 

vaderman701 wrote:

jay wrote: Now *that* is how the Enterprise should look.  Mr. Vader you are one lucky fella  - that's going to look very nice sitting on your shelf!!    "Anything worth doin' is worth doin' right!"

[Teal'c]Indeed! [/Teal'c]

Instead of half-baked, shaped incorrectly.  While I don't think that some of the arguments I've seen between some Trek fans are ever necessary, I think that the external details need to match if you're going to make claims of the "ultimate" anything.  Particularly so with an iconic design like the TOS Enterprise.

Mr. Vader,

 You sir, have exceeded all expectations.   Kudos to you and your team of developers

REL.. Great to see you here mate.. This build is the real deal man, great job. As is with all your other builds.. Always love looking at your stuff.. I joined over at your site, but don't get over much.. Havn't really posted here much in recent times either. But again, good to see you around the place..

Chris 

Somehow the word "beautiful" doesn't quite cut it.

The finished product will be a true testament to the artistry,quality,and creativity 

of its builder and creator!

Fabulous work REL!Looking forward to your up-dates!

Nice job.  New here and I like this stuff already.   I saw some other awesome stuff on another BB that featured the DeBoer Enterprise.  My brother in law had shown me that thread, here on FSM, but it isn't here anymore.  I'll keep my eyes posted on this one though. Sharp looking kit!!

Ben

 P.S. Hi Chris!!  Just came over from RPF.

Hi.. Welcome!

Chris 

You know I had to think how to bring this up? This might be the first time I've seen something shared by Rel with the rapid prototyping, or 3D printing? I'm a lil surprised because while it is most definately 'the latest greatest thing' to come along and certainly has it's applications- I've also seen Rel accomplish everything under the sun with more tried and true techniques, albeit ingeniously and meticulously applied! Regardless, the proceedure is no more than yet another tool in the arsenal and ultimately it's the dedication of the craftsman that will determine the outcome. I could have absolutely everything under the sun at my disposal and it would still look like something one of my sons did in their early youth with playdough!

So, just saying again how amazing the work being shared is and taking note of how you're keeping up with the latest technologies available too!

Kudos.

There is no doubtthat REL could do a fantastic job if he completely scratchbuilt it.  The 3D printing had more to do with time and symmetry.  Richard is very busy and in-demand and this helps speed things up.  Also, symmetry is really important when piecing the parts together.  Either way, Richard is a master craftsman and certainly does a better job than I could do. 

I think we are all lucky that Richard shares his talent with our little sci-fi modeling community.

Scott 

Orne wrote:

REL - you have a great talent for scratchbuilding even without a machine turning out parts, but envy you for your resources (especially when covered in sawdust while turning out nacelles and huge saucer parts on a lathe in the middle of July).

I feel you on that.  Covered in dust and resin shavings, etc.  

Scott 

I know I'm probably beating a dead horse here but will this be a kit available to the consumer?

I thought perhaps yes, because why would a client pay you all that money for your obviously "skilled" labour for a kit that they could buy already built (master replicas enterprise) unless they intended to produce a kit?

HMMMMM.

:) 

It should likely be reiterated that all REL is showing is the construction of a set of masters for a client.  He's not offering up a kit at all, thus not advertising anything himself.  He's sharing an alternate construction technique and the refinement of a somewhat "crude" model in to a work of art.  No t-shirts or window screens used in it's construction! HMMMMM! 

Regardless, I seriously doubt any such kit produced in this absolutely symmetrical fashion will have a price tag anywhere near approaching the MR TOS Enterprise replica.  

By the way guys.

What, in your opinion is the BEST matte clear coat finish.

BEST meaning no globs, even finish, no yellowing etc.

Am really interested in everyone's opinion.

Thanks! 

One of the best IMNSHO is the Tamiya line of paints.  They've got a great flat that airbrushes beautifully that I have yet to have a problem with any yellowing or globs - at least when mixed correctly w/some thinner.  There are also some pretty decent rattle cans from Tamiya, as well as some "generic" acrylics you can buy in both the rattle can or bottle for airbrush use, which you should be able to pick up at your local WallyWorld or craft store.  

Hope that's plenty helpful, HMMMMM.  

HMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM..

Thanks buddy.

I still want to know if there will be a kit.

I know MANY trekkers,trekkies,treksters who are salivating just thinking about a 1/350 scale TOS Enteprise. I thought perhaps REL's "client" was someone(a company perhaps)who is interested in a producing a kit.

Even if there isn't (god forbid) I am interested in seeing this excellent work in progress.

More pics please (and thank you for posting what you have so far!)

Hmmm. 

Hmmmmmmm.......

Can I get a woot woot? 

LOL 

Prolly not, tho, as that would be even more of a giveaway than we've already seen.   

This thread is about the workmanship of the parts that REL is working on.  This is not the place to discuss or advertise kits.  Let's keep this thread about the awesome work being done on these parts. 

Whoot, there it is!

Scott 

I agree.

Consider the subject dropped. 

hi, i found your model very interesting, do you know where i can find pieces like that to start my model or maybe we could talk and share info on some models , i would apreciate a reply as soon as possible..thank you..

Nice build of a Grand Lady