Things on my workbench

the DOCTOR · 19-02-2012, 11:15 PM

Glad you like what I've shown you so far!

Here's a couple more projects that I really must get on with:

Aerial Battleship

A picture of it during the early stage of construction.

A little further on

Gun emplacements

Adding details

Propeller

It's mainly made from a length of EMA tube that was surplus to another project, with cheap plastic Xmas bauble domes and a plastic champagne glass at the tail end! I've added two outrigger props since these pictures were taken on the ends of the two side booms, and a few little details- it's 1/350 scale, specifically so I can use some of the multitude of model boat fittings that are available!

I know there's no way on earth this could physically work, but thats never stopped me before!

Speaking of physically impossible, the other ongoing project is:

The Three-Legged Walking Tank

Working/folding ladder

Went bonkers and etched a spiral staircase:

passing Lego man for scale.

This is how it's fits in the cabin:

The printed paper is the test for some more etching, six of these around the cabin, I'll cut out the styrene so it'll be more of a framework.

The legs are posable, you can see how they work here:

The idea is that the British Empire back engineers Martian technology after the War Of The Worlds, and builds it's own boilerplate tripods...

Just need to find the time to finish 'em, I've got a deadline of September for the Next big Steampunk convention in Lincoln!

**TerraForm1** · 20-02-2012, 02:08 AM

"Went bonkers and etched a spiral staircase:"
There's a fine line between genius and insanity - You are most assuredly on the genius side of the line. Beautiful work - Thanks for sharing.

**DARKVIEW** · 20-02-2012, 12:00 PM

Superb work as ever, attension to detail is second to none ;-) l known what you mean about getting on with it l've several wide spec projects on the go but sometimes a step back refreshes the eye.

**Captain Sci-Fi** · 20-02-2012, 12:14 PM

I love it when there is engineering in a model, the more functionality the better.

Love this, more please.

the DOCTOR · 11-05-2012, 10:55 PM

Been a while, how about an update on the Aerial Battleship?

Added a pair of outer engines, made from fans from car air fresheners, with resin engine cylinders and cowls from disposable champagne glasses:

Added some tanks behind the bridge:

More tanks:

Started on the final colours:

Detail of the silver gas envelope:

More colour on the superstructure:

Suddenly realised that it really needs a ridiculous, impossible looking power source, so after raiding the parts bin/cupboard/dungeon, I found a fret of vaguely engine or generator like parts, which became this:

It sits behind the bridge assembly, looking slightly dangerous. Also, added three smokestacks, that may or may not remain as smokestacks:

Hopefully get some more done this week.

**Captain Sci-Fi** · 12-05-2012, 06:12 AM

I looked again at the leg posing design from the tripod. Keeping things under a little tension with the spring clamp is nicely done. Dalek Builders could benefit from that, three guesses where. I might try a modified version of this to make the replica supermarionation puppet bodies self supporting for display.

The fretted deck plates look terrific too, very inspiring. I will be trying a bit of home etching for vent details and light covers...

**DARKVIEW** · 25-05-2012, 09:15 AM

brilliant as always, how about a rusted 'yellow submarine' ;-)

Lrl · 21-03-2013, 09:32 PM

How did the airship turn out?

the DOCTOR · 22-03-2013, 09:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lrl

How did the airship turn out?

It turned out great, even if I do say so myself:

I have since these photos were taken, made a 'proper' hardwood base with a brass plaque, and I really should take some more pictures.

Lrl · 22-03-2013, 09:40 AM

I say so too, with your permission, and credit given, can I photoshop these images for the Doncaster steampunk site?

Like so.

the DOCTOR · 22-03-2013, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lrl

I say so too, with your permission, and credit given, can I photoshop these images for the Doncaster steampunk site?

Like so.

Lovely bit of work there!

Go on then!

19-02-2012, 11:15 PM	#1
the DOCTOR Computer Technician Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 218	Things on my workbench Glad you like what I've shown you so far! Here's a couple more projects that I really must get on with: Aerial Battleship A picture of it during the early stage of construction. A little further on Gun emplacements Adding details Propeller It's mainly made from a length of EMA tube that was surplus to another project, with cheap plastic Xmas bauble domes and a plastic champagne glass at the tail end! I've added two outrigger props since these pictures were taken on the ends of the two side booms, and a few little details- it's 1/350 scale, specifically so I can use some of the multitude of model boat fittings that are available! I know there's no way on earth this could physically work, but thats never stopped me before! Speaking of physically impossible, the other ongoing project is: The Three-Legged Walking Tank Working/folding ladder Went bonkers and etched a spiral staircase: passing Lego man for scale. This is how it's fits in the cabin: The printed paper is the test for some more etching, six of these around the cabin, I'll cut out the styrene so it'll be more of a framework. The legs are posable, you can see how they work here: The idea is that the British Empire back engineers Martian technology after the War Of The Worlds, and builds it's own boilerplate tripods... Just need to find the time to finish 'em, I've got a deadline of September for the Next big Steampunk convention in Lincoln!

20-02-2012, 02:08 AM	#2
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DARKVIEW Deputy Commander Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Newcastle Posts: 766	brilliant as always, how about a rusted 'yellow submarine' ;-) __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Official website: To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. darkview quality prints to buy from New York: To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

22-03-2013, 09:40 AM	#10
Lrl Computer Technician Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Sheffield Posts: 209	I say so too, with your permission, and credit given, can I photoshop these images for the Doncaster steampunk site? Like so. Last edited by Lrl; 22-03-2013 at 12:58 PM.

20-02-2012, 12:14 PM	#4
Captain Sci-Fi Commander Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: South Glos, UK Posts: 4,326	I love it when there is engineering in a model, the more functionality the better. Love this, more please.

11-05-2012, 10:55 PM	#5
the DOCTOR Computer Technician Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 218	Been a while, how about an update on the Aerial Battleship? Added a pair of outer engines, made from fans from car air fresheners, with resin engine cylinders and cowls from disposable champagne glasses: Added some tanks behind the bridge: More tanks: Started on the final colours: Detail of the silver gas envelope: More colour on the superstructure: Suddenly realised that it really needs a ridiculous, impossible looking power source, so after raiding the parts bin/cupboard/dungeon, I found a fret of vaguely engine or generator like parts, which became this: It sits behind the bridge assembly, looking slightly dangerous. Also, added three smokestacks, that may or may not remain as smokestacks: Hopefully get some more done this week.

12-05-2012, 06:12 AM	#6
Captain Sci-Fi Commander Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: South Glos, UK Posts: 4,326	I looked again at the leg posing design from the tripod. Keeping things under a little tension with the spring clamp is nicely done. Dalek Builders could benefit from that, three guesses where. I might try a modified version of this to make the replica supermarionation puppet bodies self supporting for display. The fretted deck plates look terrific too, very inspiring. I will be trying a bit of home etching for vent details and light covers...

21-03-2013, 09:32 PM	#8
Lrl Computer Technician Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Sheffield Posts: 209	How did the airship turn out?

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