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Imai Chinese Junk 1/60 (WIP)

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  • Member since
    July 2010
  • From: Tempe AZ
Posted by docidle on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 8:09 PM

Dave,

She is looking mighty fine!  You are doing an excellent job on her.  I have no idea where you can find anything on the rigging of junks, although GM or Prof Tilley probably do.

I agree with you about the Corel line.  I started using it on the Thomas and needless to say..... I took it all out because of the fraying and when waxed looked pretty cheesy.

Steve

       

 

 

  • Member since
    March 2012
  • From: Marysville, WA
Posted by David_K on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 8:19 PM

Thanks, Steve!  It's true, there's not a lot of readily available reference material that I've found for Junks.  No biggie, everyone here knows by now that I'm not a huge stickler for purist authenticity  :)

Much as I like this model, I do find myself looking forward to something more...challenging, I guess.  My plan is to spend the rest of this year building my two remaining "big" imai kits (Mayflower and Golden Hind)...but if the timing is right, I think I can start off 2015 by digging into one of the "huge" Heller kits...

By the way, I'm totally digging your Nina and Pinta builds...I learn a lot by watching your work!

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Current Project:  Imai/ERTL Spanish Galleon #2

Recently Finished: Revell 1/96 Cutty Sark

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  • Member since
    March 2012
  • From: Marysville, WA
Posted by David_K on Friday, April 18, 2014 5:46 PM

Well, I got the sails on last night, and the standing rigging (which basically amounts to a few stays)...the sails look weird!  They're big, and trippy-looking, almost cartoonish with their dramatic scalloped shaped and texture...

I'll withhold any more pics until it's finished, which will probably be this weekend...the rigging is pretty simple.

Just don't be shocked by the apparent caricature of a ship!

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Current Project:  Imai/ERTL Spanish Galleon #2

Recently Finished: Revell 1/96 Cutty Sark

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    June 2012
Posted by arnie60 on Friday, April 18, 2014 10:36 PM

Bated breath here David.Stick out tongue

  • Member since
    July 2010
  • From: Tempe AZ
Posted by docidle on Friday, April 18, 2014 10:59 PM

Sounds cool Dave!  Thanks for following my Nina/Pintao build.  I am going to put my two cents in for the Imai Mayflower.  I do not own that kit and it looks really cool, but the dolphins on the transom are a bit much.....

Like Arnie, I can't wait to see the finished product.

Steve

       

 

 

  • Member since
    March 2012
  • From: Marysville, WA
Posted by David_K on Sunday, April 20, 2014 11:58 AM
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Current Project:  Imai/ERTL Spanish Galleon #2

Recently Finished: Revell 1/96 Cutty Sark

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  • Member since
    September 2013
  • From: San Antonio, Texas
Posted by Marcus McBean on Sunday, April 20, 2014 1:01 PM

Very well done.  You are a very talent modeler.

  • Member since
    December 2010
  • From: Salem, Oregon
Posted by 1943Mike on Sunday, April 20, 2014 1:08 PM

David,

Another well done project! I believe you've done a remarkable job with this kit - especially, and as usual, in your talent for painting plastic to look like wood.

I too have the Imai Golden Hind in my stash. Maybe one of these days....

Mike

Mike

"Le temps est un grand maître, mais malheureusement, il tue tous ses élèves."

Hector Berlioz

  • Member since
    June 2012
Posted by arnie60 on Sunday, April 20, 2014 6:18 PM

David; Yes

Superb outcome. Not that any of us would expect less from you.  The colors you chose for the sails are perfect from my viewpoint, even though I really liked the red on that other build, this is better. Looking forward to your next WIP.

  • Member since
    May 2003
  • From: Greenville, NC
Posted by jtilley on Sunday, April 20, 2014 7:57 PM

Another really superb model.  Several great models based on old Imai kits have shown up on this Forum.  I sure wish some manufacturer would notice, and bring back the full Imai line.  

Youth, talent, hard work, and enthusiasm are no match for old age and treachery.

  • Member since
    March 2012
  • From: Marysville, WA
Posted by David_K on Sunday, April 20, 2014 8:25 PM

Thanks, Arnie and Jtilley!

All those old Imai molds must be sitting in some warehouse somewhere...somebody should fill 'em with some plastic and get them on hobby shop shelves...

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Current Project:  Imai/ERTL Spanish Galleon #2

Recently Finished: Revell 1/96 Cutty Sark

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  • Member since
    July 2010
  • From: Tempe AZ
Posted by docidle on Monday, April 21, 2014 1:06 AM

Dave,

Very nicely done.  She is a gem to behold and another great addition for the Dave Cave!

Steve

       

 

 

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  • From: brisbane australia
Posted by surfsup on Monday, April 21, 2014 2:26 AM

Beautifully done my Friend......Cheers Mark

If i was your wife, i'd poison your tea! If Iwas your husband, I would drink it! WINSTON CHURCHILL

  • Member since
    March 2012
  • From: Marysville, WA
Posted by David_K on Tuesday, April 22, 2014 8:00 AM

Thanks, you guys!  

Yeah, Steve...too bad the Dave Cave is quickly running out of room for more ship models!  I need to find some off-site moorage!

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Current Project:  Imai/ERTL Spanish Galleon #2

Recently Finished: Revell 1/96 Cutty Sark

Next Up:  ???

 

  • Member since
    July 2010
  • From: Tempe AZ
Posted by docidle on Friday, April 25, 2014 7:57 PM

Dave,

I just picked up from evilBay an 1/60 Imai Junk for a sweet price.  You inspired me to try my hand at it so it might have to get bumped up in the queue since I cannot think of any aftermarket stuff I need.......... except blocks, line and......

Steve

       

 

 

  • Member since
    March 2012
  • From: Marysville, WA
Posted by David_K on Friday, April 25, 2014 8:00 PM

Sweet!  It's a fun little kit...I hope you decide to take it further than I did...there's plenty of room for mods and customization....

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Current Project:  Imai/ERTL Spanish Galleon #2

Recently Finished: Revell 1/96 Cutty Sark

Next Up:  ???

 

  • Member since
    July 2010
  • From: Tempe AZ
Posted by docidle on Friday, April 25, 2014 8:04 PM

Cool, I'll have to post a WIP when I get to it.

       

 

 

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