Painting The BLUEBACK

[Das Boot]

[Das Boot]

Having to take a break already. Our first grandchild was born on March 25th. My wife, Sandy and me with Elizabeth Brooke Thrower.

[SubDude]

Practice your weathering techniques on something else before you attempt them on the boat. It will help a lot.

[Das Boot]

Looks good....nice little boat.

Thanks. Your XXIII is masterful.

[DrSchmidt]

Looks good....nice little boat.

[Das Boot]

Before painting starts, it bugs me that I can’t find one photo of this boat that shows any type of buoy system. Either in under way photos or the way she is now. Nor could I find any pictures of her sister subs with them. So, being the somewhat anal type, I filled in and sanded the buoys that are indicated fore and aft on this kit. Why? It seems they didn’t exist on this boat, at least in this fashion. If I’m proven wrong later, then I can etch them back in.

[rwtdiver]

With all the flood grates, intakes and exhaust ports done, primer was applied. Next will be my first real attempt at airbrushing. I’ve played but not done it for keeps. Wish me luck.

Go for it Casy!

You are going to inspire me to do my first airbrush sub! Looking forward to seeing your work!

Rob
"Firemen can stand the heat"

[Das Boot]

With all the flood grates, intakes and exhaust ports done, primer was applied. Next will be my first real attempt at airbrushing. I’ve played but not done it for keeps. Wish me luck.