So, with the recent discussions at papermodelers.com,
about Dalek models...
I decided to dig out a KoolWheelz project I started last year*.
*I have many KoolWheelz ideas on the go.
When I think of something...or...when a KoolWheelz idea is suggested,
I usually start a folder, collect some reference pics, start some artwork, etc
But many ideas get forgotten about.
Some never get finished for a long time...some, never get finished at all.
Anyway, I reacquainted myself with the design idea
...went ahead and finished some artwork...
and gave it a test build.
I wanted to try and simplify it as much as possible (KoolWheelz style) with as few parts as possible.
Unfortunately there is a domed top to worry about
and a few add on parts.
Without the Toilet Plunger, it wouldn't be a Dalek, would it?!
At first, I tried to keep it in scale with my Tardis model,
but that would have made it way too small to build!
Even at this enlarged scale, its still very small...with some very tiny parts!
So, I guess this one will get a "Difficult" rating
and will be a bit of a challenge for anyone with fat fingers and poor eyesight! lol
Yes, I am aware that it is not completely accurate.
Since there are so many Dalek designs over 50 years of Doctor Who TV shows and Motion Pictures,
I couldn't decide on what look to reference.
I opted for the original classic look...from the early 1960s.
But, I also simplified the design a little further to make the construction a bit simpler
and to improve the small scale print quality.
You'll notice there is one less panel on each side of the main skirt of the body.
There are less Domes, and the Domes are larger.
I also simplified other areas just to keep the artwork scale a little cleaner.
There is room on the model sheet for an assembly diagram, so I am working on that now.
Once I get the model sheet completed I will publish the model.
Stay tuned!
