Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build

Sumatra · 08-03-2009, 12:20 AM

Thanks to ckwanwoo, Flintlock and seeing the real Devastator model at the Science Museum of Minnesota I decided to start my first SS project. After about a year of collecting kits and planning I've finally started making progress on the building part.

This is my very first SS project, so I'm learning quite a bit as I go. My SD won't be as accurate as Eric's since I either don't have, or am not as willing to spend the money on some kits, but I'm trying to be fairly accurate especially with the bridge and neck areas.

Anyway, here's a bit of the work I've done so far. It's isn't pretty, but once it's painted it should look pretty good. I'm pretty happy so far.

Feel free to give any criticism and advice.

ckwanwoo · 08-03-2009, 01:00 AM

Jeff,

GREAT beginning for your devastator

The bridge's proportion is very beautiful...and accurate.
As you know, I also started the ISD project from the bridge about 2 years ago.
Cheers Friend~!

3d-builder · 08-03-2009, 01:11 AM

Looking forward to your progression.

Regards,
Michael

James Kenobi 1138 · 08-03-2009, 01:19 AM

You are either very brave, or a fool !

Either way, best of luck. I know it will be an awesome build.

Kuhn Global · 08-03-2009, 03:26 AM

GREAT start on the Devastator Jim! I look forward to viewing more!

frightzone_4_you · 08-03-2009, 04:47 AM

Great start Sumatra... This is also going 2-B my 1st SS build. Right now I'm just collecting kits. Best of luck in UR build. I look 4-ward to UR progress

_Jc

Sumatra · 08-03-2009, 05:39 AM

Thanks for the encouragment everyone. I should hopfully have the inner frame built in the next few weeks. once that's done i should have quite a bit of progress getting the main hull buit and the parts I currently have added on. Then it's a matter of finding more and becoming creative with the details I'm either unsure of or that I'm not going to be accurate about.

I'm still trying to decide how I want to mount it. I'd like to avoid messing up the bottom since that is so iconic, so I was thinking of doing the side mount like the real model, but mounting it from the bottom would be easier and probably more stable. I'll have to make a decision soon.

TV8 · 08-03-2009, 05:53 AM

Love the bling! Good luck with this.

eagle1 · 08-03-2009, 07:32 AM

I think anyone who builds a SS Stardestroyer from scratch, let alone their first SS model is a very brave soul, so good luck to you dude!. Amazing start on the bridge construction, this is going to be one to watch for sure!.
Wouldn't it be awesome to see this finished next to Eric's build for a fleet shot?. Now that would be cool!.

Stu

vaderdarth · 08-03-2009, 08:28 AM

I absolutely hate to be the first to make any criticism, but it's starting out so perfect, I gotta speak up. First of all, it is a fantastic beginning. The form of the bridge section is excellent! The kit parts are precise and perfectly placed.

The Globes bug me a bit. I think they are too big. I took the reference photos of devastator and resized them to match your photos and your globes appear to be about 20% larger. I know on one devastator build in the past, it was found that there were actually different sizes of these globe "lamp" parts and that someone else had also chosen the wrong size. I wish I could remember who it was.

Anyway, excellent beginning and I can't wait to see more more more more!!!!!!!

Dave

Smiling Demon · 08-03-2009, 08:33 AM

You guys are insane!

I started to do this a year or so ago and was discouraged when I saw the number of kits I need to scrounge up. I just don't have the time and patience for it!!

But seriously, good luck!!
Can't wait to see it's progress!

Sumatra · 08-03-2009, 09:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eagle1

Wouldn't it be awesome to see this finished next to Eric's build for a fleet shot?. Now that would be cool!.

Cool? Yes, but talk about a logistical nightmare.

We'll probably have to do it in Photoshop.

Quote:

Originally Posted by vaderdarth

I absolutely hate to be the first to make any criticism, but it's starting out so perfect, I gotta speak up. First of all, it is a fantastic beginning. The form of the bridge section is excellent! The kit parts are precise and perfectly placed.

The Globes bug me a bit. I think they are too big. I took the reference photos of devastator and resized them to match your photos and your globes appear to be about 20% larger. I know on one devastator build in the past, it was found that there were actually different sizes of these globe "lamp" parts and that someone else had also chosen the wrong size. I wish I could remember who it was.

Anyway, excellent beginning and I can't wait to see more more more more!!!!!!!

Dave

Thanks for the criticism Dave. I agree they're a bit too big, but they were the closest thing I came across. I also don't like that the middle facets are stretched vertically a bit, but I'll put up with it. I think once I get the X-shaped radar on there it will help make them seem a bit less obvious.

Treadwell · 08-03-2009, 12:50 PM

Frightzone, beware that retooled Yamato!

Great start, Sumatra!

dirtydave · 08-03-2009, 05:21 PM

Great start.Would love to be able to build one some day.Good luck with the rest of the build.

Dave

MonsieurTox · 08-03-2009, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sumatra

Cool? Yes, but talk about a logistical nightmare.

We'll probably have to do it in Photoshop.

Thanks for the criticism Dave. I agree they're a bit too big, but they were the closest thing I came across. I also don't like that the middle facets are stretched vertically a bit, but I'll put up with it. I think once I get the X-shaped radar on there it will help make them seem a bit less obvious.

What are the diameter of the ones you used ?

Great job so far anyway !

Sumatra · 08-03-2009, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MonsieurTox

What are the diameter of the ones you used ?

33.6mm.

MonsieurTox · 08-03-2009, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sumatra

33.6mm.

Ok, I have an old memory... 30 mm but Im not sure, I know I posted the size somewhere here a year or 2 back... I'll try to recalculate the diameter !

Sumatra · 08-03-2009, 10:08 PM

I think it was either in Eric's thread or Flintlock's thread we came to the conclusion these ones were about the closest modern ball we could find.

I would waste too much time figuring it out though. For me to change mine out I would pretty much have to start over and I'm happy enough with them.

frightzone_4_you · 08-04-2009, 01:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Treadwell

Frightzone, beware that retooled Yamato!

Great start, Sumatra!

Thanks Treadwell 4-the heads up... I'm currently trying 2-score kits from the 60s-the early 70s & doing much research on the SS ANH Destroyer.

Sumatra · 08-04-2009, 02:15 AM

The Shinano looks like the retooled one as well. I haven't seen the new version, so I'm not sure what was changed.

ckwanwoo · 08-04-2009, 04:01 AM

Hi frightzone 4 you,

You have several kits such as Tamiya 1/35 M113, Stuart, Daimler MK-II, Pink Panther...
I wonder if you find the kit parts on ISD?
If you find any used part from the kits, please let me know...

And you have King George from Tamiya as well but the kit was not used as far as I know...
ILM used Revell 1/720 king George IMO

thanks Eric.

frightzone_4_you · 08-04-2009, 05:06 AM

Thanks Sumatra I will look into the Shinano. Eric, I will let U-know if those kits have parts on the Destroyer once I go through them. UR build was my inpiration Eric... I just hope I can do a fantastic job as in UR build

Soon I will start 2-put together the bridge, as I have enough kits 4-that & will post pics. Happy Building My Amigos, Jc

Jedi Dade · 08-04-2009, 01:50 PM

As for the globes - don't give up on finding the correct size too quickly. they make that "style" of globe for draw pulls etc. that come in a range of sizees. You may get lucky

Jedi Dade

Sumatra · 08-07-2009, 12:12 AM

I've started the bridge neck and I've been working on a few other bits.

The neck is coming along nicely. I quite happy with it. The hardest part is getting the bridge itself to sit just right. The whole thing looks a bit messy, so I'm looking forward to getting to prime it to hide all of the filler.

I am also building a few of the Bandai 1/24 Panther G parts from scratch since I don't have the kit. I started the two large boxes with the X that are on the base of the neck. I just need to fill the seams and sand them.

Anyway, here are a couple of pictures.

omes72 · 08-08-2009, 03:43 AM

This is great to see. Take lots of photos & make lots of notes. Definately listen to all of these guys cause theres some unbelievabley talented people her.

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08-03-2009, 12:20 AM	#1
Sumatra Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Bloomington, MN Posts: 3,560 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build Thanks to ckwanwoo, Flintlock and seeing the real Devastator model at the Science Museum of Minnesota I decided to start my first SS project. After about a year of collecting kits and planning I've finally started making progress on the building part. This is my very first SS project, so I'm learning quite a bit as I go. My SD won't be as accurate as Eric's since I either don't have, or am not as willing to spend the money on some kits, but I'm trying to be fairly accurate especially with the bridge and neck areas. Anyway, here's a bit of the work I've done so far. It's isn't pretty, but once it's painted it should look pretty good. I'm pretty happy so far. Feel free to give any criticism and advice.

08-03-2009, 01:00 AM	#2
ckwanwoo Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: South Korea Posts: 434 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build Jeff, GREAT beginning for your devastator The bridge's proportion is very beautiful...and accurate. As you know, I also started the ISD project from the bridge about 2 years ago. Cheers Friend~!

08-03-2009, 01:11 AM	#3
3d-builder Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 1,185 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build Looking forward to your progression. Regards, Michael

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08-03-2009, 03:26 AM	#5
Kuhn Global Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,768 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build GREAT start on the Devastator Jim! I look forward to viewing more!

08-03-2009, 04:47 AM	#6
frightzone_4_you Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: The Twilight Zone Posts: 385 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build Great start Sumatra... This is also going 2-B my 1st SS build. Right now I'm just collecting kits. Best of luck in UR build. I look 4-ward to UR progress _Jc Last edited by frightzone_4_you; 09-05-2009 at 08:14 PM.

08-03-2009, 05:39 AM	#7
Sumatra Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Bloomington, MN Posts: 3,560 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build Thanks for the encouragment everyone. I should hopfully have the inner frame built in the next few weeks. once that's done i should have quite a bit of progress getting the main hull buit and the parts I currently have added on. Then it's a matter of finding more and becoming creative with the details I'm either unsure of or that I'm not going to be accurate about. I'm still trying to decide how I want to mount it. I'd like to avoid messing up the bottom since that is so iconic, so I was thinking of doing the side mount like the real model, but mounting it from the bottom would be easier and probably more stable. I'll have to make a decision soon.

08-03-2009, 05:53 AM	#8
TV8 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Uranus Posts: 260 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build Love the bling! Good luck with this.

08-03-2009, 07:32 AM	#9
eagle1 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: New Zealand Posts: 476 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build I think anyone who builds a SS Stardestroyer from scratch, let alone their first SS model is a very brave soul, so good luck to you dude!. Amazing start on the bridge construction, this is going to be one to watch for sure!. Wouldn't it be awesome to see this finished next to Eric's build for a fleet shot?. Now that would be cool!. Stu

08-03-2009, 08:28 AM	#10
vaderdarth Join Date: Jul 1999 Location: South Carolina Posts: 9,571 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build I absolutely hate to be the first to make any criticism, but it's starting out so perfect, I gotta speak up. First of all, it is a fantastic beginning. The form of the bridge section is excellent! The kit parts are precise and perfectly placed. The Globes bug me a bit. I think they are too big. I took the reference photos of devastator and resized them to match your photos and your globes appear to be about 20% larger. I know on one devastator build in the past, it was found that there were actually different sizes of these globe "lamp" parts and that someone else had also chosen the wrong size. I wish I could remember who it was. Anyway, excellent beginning and I can't wait to see more more more more!!!!!!! Dave

08-03-2009, 08:33 AM	#11
Smiling Demon Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Hell, then turn left! Posts: 2,198 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build You guys are insane! I started to do this a year or so ago and was discouraged when I saw the number of kits I need to scrounge up. I just don't have the time and patience for it!! But seriously, good luck!! Can't wait to see it's progress!

08-03-2009, 12:50 PM	#13
Treadwell Join Date: Aug 1999 Posts: 15,165 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build Frightzone, beware that retooled Yamato! Great start, Sumatra!

08-03-2009, 05:21 PM	#14
dirtydave Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 373 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build Great start.Would love to be able to build one some day.Good luck with the rest of the build. Dave

08-03-2009, 10:08 PM	#18
Sumatra Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Bloomington, MN Posts: 3,560 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build I think it was either in Eric's thread or Flintlock's thread we came to the conclusion these ones were about the closest modern ball we could find. I would waste too much time figuring it out though. For me to change mine out I would pretty much have to start over and I'm happy enough with them.

08-04-2009, 02:15 AM	#20
Sumatra Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Bloomington, MN Posts: 3,560 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build The Shinano looks like the retooled one as well. I haven't seen the new version, so I'm not sure what was changed.

08-04-2009, 04:01 AM	#21
ckwanwoo Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: South Korea Posts: 434 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build Hi frightzone 4 you, You have several kits such as Tamiya 1/35 M113, Stuart, Daimler MK-II, Pink Panther... I wonder if you find the kit parts on ISD? If you find any used part from the kits, please let me know... And you have King George from Tamiya as well but the kit was not used as far as I know... ILM used Revell 1/720 king George IMO thanks Eric. Last edited by ckwanwoo; 08-04-2009 at 04:04 AM.

08-04-2009, 05:06 AM	#22
frightzone_4_you Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: The Twilight Zone Posts: 385 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build Thanks Sumatra I will look into the Shinano. Eric, I will let U-know if those kits have parts on the Destroyer once I go through them. UR build was my inpiration Eric... I just hope I can do a fantastic job as in UR build Soon I will start 2-put together the bridge, as I have enough kits 4-that & will post pics. Happy Building My Amigos, Jc

08-04-2009, 01:50 PM	#23
Jedi Dade Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Langhorne, PA - just outside of Philadelphia Posts: 1,559 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build As for the globes - don't give up on finding the correct size too quickly. they make that "style" of globe for draw pulls etc. that come in a range of sizees. You may get lucky Jedi Dade

08-07-2009, 12:12 AM	#24
Sumatra Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Bloomington, MN Posts: 3,560 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build I've started the bridge neck and I've been working on a few other bits. The neck is coming along nicely. I quite happy with it. The hardest part is getting the bridge itself to sit just right. The whole thing looks a bit messy, so I'm looking forward to getting to prime it to hide all of the filler. I am also building a few of the Bandai 1/24 Panther G parts from scratch since I don't have the kit. I started the two large boxes with the X that are on the base of the neck. I just need to fill the seams and sand them. Anyway, here are a couple of pictures.

08-08-2009, 03:43 AM	#25
omes72 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Gold coast Queensland Terra Australis Posts: 586 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Well...here we go. My ANH Star Destroyer build This is great to see. Take lots of photos & make lots of notes. Definately listen to all of these guys cause theres some unbelievabley talented people her.