USS MAINE - 1:200 scale model from Heinkel Models

[JP64]

Hello to all paper-modelers worldwide !

In last days I've completed a model of USS MAINE (ACR-1) from an Heinkel Models kit (all my compliments to this firm.. I love a lot all the paper models actually produced and hoping to see soon some other new subjects) that was gifted me from a friend a couple of years ago (less or more) and that I have built mainly during 2019

The kit, in 1:200 scale, has absolutely an high-level quality, very well designed, with a lot of particulars and clear instructions, with the possibility to build the model both in waterline or full-hulled version (the one that i prefer).

In this model, the rigging is made partially by paper and partially by metallic wire. I have started the rigging in paper (for example the standing "net" rigging is made so), but in last period I have completely finished the type of paper that I have used for rigging of my last 2 models built during this COVID-19 period (SMS Sachsen and PS Alexandra) and I was not yet able to find again the same type of paper (as weight, rigidity and strength) ad so I decided to complete the model using the metallic wire (0,2 mm thickness) that I had available at home.

The stand of the model is also made completely by paper and the model has been completed with a transparent plastic case (with the base made by thick cardboard foils)

Here following are some pics of the model, took a couple of days ago (sorry for the cats that in some pics are visible in background, bu they like a lot to be in my home garden during the day...).

Hoping you'll like

Have a nice day and happy paper-modeling !

Ciao
Jp

[gregbal]

Kudos, JP, for a magnificent build!
The 'old girl' has never looked better.
[And I'm glad to hear it's got a protective case -- it seems cats and models just don't mix very well!]
Ciao


Greg

[eatcrow2]

Absolutely outstanding model! Beautiful photos showing her off ..

[Don Boose]

You have built a superb model and have displayed it beautifully. Thanks for all the excellent images.
Don

[Michael Mash]

Glorious JP. Wonderful photos.
You execute high quality work in quick fashion.
Mike

[JohnMGD]

Wow, excellent build, very clean !!

[heinkel111]

[PacificWind]

A real masterpiece! Looks beautiful. Excellent work.
Congrats!

[Doug J]

Your build is just awesome!! And your attention to detail is second to none.....thank you for sharing your pictures with us!

[Llaut Mallorquin]

Absolutely incredible your work, a real masterpiece. I have several Heinkell Models and I hope to do them all and especially this one. My congratulations, I save your photos for when mine starts