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Old 02-28-2012, 12:28 AM
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Vintage Submarine

I estimate that this simple model dates to around the turn of the last century. There has been at least one other build of this Pellerin model on this forum. Odd as it looks, it actually resembles some of the early submarine concepts that predate the 1900s.

I have no idea what size the original model was. But, I had it printed at FedEx Express so that the final model size is about 6 inches. Apart from the time spent in restoring the original scan from Patricia's Agence Eureka Flickr page, I spent several enjoyable hours watching Netflix movies while I fiddled with the paper.

There are no bulkheads for the model, so I cut some with my Olfa circle cutter to the correct diameter. For those who have forgotten the formula, measure the length of the hull section; this is the circumference of the bulkhead. Divide that by 3.142 (Pi) to obtain the correct diameter.

If you have any desire to avoid self-punishment, use a metric ruler. It's so much easier than fooling with fractions.

This model is available for download.
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Old 02-28-2012, 02:31 AM
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Thanks Charles ! I love the "mise en scène" (scenary ?) under the water...
Really nice and interresting model !
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Old 02-28-2012, 06:00 AM
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That is a great one, Charles. I like the underwater 'vintage' photography.

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Old 02-28-2012, 06:21 AM
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That really came out nicely.
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Old 02-28-2012, 06:53 AM
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What a nice outcome. And your photographic presentation is really outstanding.
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Old 02-28-2012, 07:40 AM
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It is a distinct pleasure to see this little sub built.
I particularly enjoy the mis-en-scene image.

A very fine achievement Maj. Charles my friend.

Kind and Respectful Regards Maj. Charles my friend, Uyraell.
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Old 02-28-2012, 08:17 AM
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Superb, Major D!

The subtle coloring adds a lot to this model.

Don
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Old 02-28-2012, 09:27 AM
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Are those the original graphics? They are quite good, the corroded metal effect is very nicely conveyed. Wonderful vintage model, fine assembly work, excellent presentation!
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Old 02-28-2012, 09:53 AM
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That is one nice clean build. Beautiful job on shaping the cones. John
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Old 02-28-2012, 10:56 AM
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That is a really impressive looking model, even by today's standards. Great weathered graphics on the skins.
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