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  • Member since
    September 2005
  • From: Groton, CT
Posted by warshipguy on Thursday, January 3, 2013 7:36 AM

I have built all three; the Chebek is the former Imai kit and it is excellent. The detail is crisp and consistent, the pieces fit well, and it is an enjoyable build. The real answer to your question depends on which ship you find to be the more attractive to you.  Each is a quality kit.

Bill

  • Member since
    March 2012
  • From: Marysville, WA
Posted by David_K on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 10:21 PM

Thanks, GM!

Turns out both the Constitution(H398) and the Cutty Sark (H399) ARE 1/96, and I think I can get both of them , PLUS the 1/80 Chebec for $100 from a local guy clearing out some storage space...they are all new in shrinkwrap...Just wondering if I need them all...

Dave

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Posted by GMorrison on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 2:08 PM

It's safe to say we all probably are familiar with the first two. They are among the best of the best. The Cutty Sark AFAIK is also 1/96. No doubt others more experienced than I can describe the relative values of the various releases. My only advice would be to be sure that it you get it sight unseen you are sure of the scale, as Constitution has been released by Revell in I think three scales.

You will be a very happy man.

As far as the Chebeck, Heller made one in 1/50 and Imai in 1/80. If it's the same Imai model in a Minicraft rebox, you can guess that it's a good model. Several builds on the other forums seem to point that way. I'd really like to see you take that on.

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    March 2012
  • From: Marysville, WA
Input on model choices?
Posted by David_K on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 2:04 PM

Hi all-

So , I was wondering if anyone had any experiences or preferences over the following kits.  I have the opportunity to possibly add one to my stash, but times being what they are, I'd better just choose one.

If anyone has input, I would appreciate it!  I must choose wisely!

1) Revell 1/96 Constitution--Everyone knows this kit, it almost seems like a rite of passage to build it.  Lots of parts, good quality....not really my preferred style of ship, but it's legendary.

2) Revell  Cutty Sark--It's the big one.  Not sure of the scale, but the box says it measured out to 36"....I think this kit is generally well-liked, and I think it's also kind of rare??  I'd really like to know how people regard this one.

3) Mini Craft 1/80 Chebec--  Another unknown kit to me...anyone know of the manufacturer's reputation for ship kits?  Or how this kit stands up to the other two on this list, in terms of quality, rarity, etc....from the box art, it looks like more my style, seemingly from an *older* era of sailing...

Anyway, I thought I'd ask the people for their opinions....please let me know what you think, and what you might recommend...

Thanks! 

David

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Current Project:  Imai/ERTL Spanish Galleon #2

Recently Finished: Revell 1/96 Cutty Sark

Next Up:  ???

 

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