La Licorne 1:72 (Hachette)

[xander898]

Hello, here is a construction that I left aside for a while. This is "La Licorne" (inspired by Tintin) in 1:72 scale. Compared to other kits of this kind, this one is better quality, and the assembly instructions are very clear. I took it out of the attic to move on it.

 

[Uwek]

The Unicorn .....
I am very happy to see and follow your building log - a very interesting model, which is not often shown

 

[xander898]

Here comes the next step, the upper decks

 

[Bryian]

Looks like a good kit, but I don't understand why some companies use MDF for their bulkheads. The dust is toxic when sanding it.

 

[Jimsky]

Looks like a good kit, but I don't understand why some companies use MDF for their bulkheads. The dust is toxic when sanding it.

MDF is much cheaper than plywood... and more stable to climate changes specifically moisture (always flat like glass)

 

[xander898]

Hi there. I have a hard time choosing between these two colors of red. The top one is recommended by Hachette but I find it too dark. Normally the red is brighter on these ships? like the red of the board ? thank you

 

[xander898]

 

[xander898]

 

[xander898]

Hello, I continue the hull, and the internal paintings

 

[xander898]

Hi everyone, a little bit of progess with my Licorne, it's only the first planking, that's why it's not perfect ...

 

[xander898]

Hi , a little progress in the model. The planking of the hull is finished

 

[strobez]

Hi xander898. Just curious if this build progressed past this point? I recently got a partially started (up to step 9-10) set for this model, so I'm doing a bit of research trying to get ahead of any of the harder challenges.

 

[xander898]

Hi, I painted the hull, I am currently working on the rear castle, but the metal parts supplied by Hachette do not have the right curvature. I am trying to find a solution

 

[strobez]

Oh, that's great to see it's still ongoing. It's looking very nice!

What's the problem with the curvature of the castle pieces? I was a bit concerned about the weight of the metal parts, so I had a thought about 3D printing them... which might be the way to go if there's a significant issue with them as provided.