Russian Bogatyr cruiser, 1903 in 1/200 scale.

[Bryian]

Hi Gang,
just purchased this 3D printed resin kit from Ebay. I love old style pre dreadnought era warships, with a ram bow and multiple smoke stacks.
Its a Russian Bogatyr class cruiser in 1/200 scale. Looks good from the photos, but I intend on kit bashing this model with aftermarket parts and accessories.

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[Bryian]

Here's some photos of the 3d printed resin kit. Its not bad, but could be improved. There photos are from the vendor, not mine.

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[Bryian]

I don't like the molded deck planking, plastic anchor chain and handrails, so I have purchased some aftermarket parts to replace these items. In particular photo etch handrailing in 1/200 scale and a generic timber deck.


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[Bryian]

Still waiting for my delivery, so will post an update on the kits contents when its here.

 

[Jimsky]

Taking the seat, and looking forward to your build, Brian.

 

[MisterCA]

Can't wait till you get going on this build. What a great looking model. It will definitely test your paining skills.

 

[jeep]

looks a challenge. will keep a "BDI" on this build.

 

[Marquinius]

This is going to be interesting and I’m sure to look over your shoulder. I’m 3d printing a ship as we speak - from scratch - and start to understand all about the intricacies. E.G. the railings: I appreciate you swapping them for PE, but 3D printing them is really tough work. So at least have a good look at the craftsmanship.

 

[Bryian]

Hello friends,
after waiting with excitement for my new 3D printed resin kit to arrive today, I am rather disappointed when examining the kit fittings. Most parts are warped and badly out of shape, and I'm contemplating how to remedy these problems.

Here's a few photos of the parts. A twisted and mangled mess.

 

[Jack Jäger]

Hi Brian, those parts look pretty poor I am sure you are very disappointed.

All the best JJ..

 

[Bryian]

I have seen You tube videos about straightening 3d resin parts with hot water, but will research further before attempting it.

 

[Marquinius]

Oh. Bah. That is really disappointing. And whatever tricks exist to straighten resin, with this many curves and details, that doesn’t look promising.

If I’d be doing it, I would probably reconsider.

What is actually looking OK? Could you use parts and rebuild the rest from scratch?

Pfff. Not a fun way to start a ship.

 

[Uwek]

Sorry to say..... and I am not a specialist for resin kits ..... but this is looking terrible (and in my opinion not acceptable)
Compare yours with the advertisment photos you showed in the beginning - what a difference

 

[Bryian]

Happy to report the vendor is sending me replacement parts for my model. The hull is in fine condition, so I might start working on that until the replacement superstructure arrives.

 

[Marquinius]

Ah. Good. Another waiting period, but at least a clean start. Tip: when you unpack the parts, they should be dry and not a little sticky. If they are, they need curing in UV. Daylight for a couple of hours should do it. NOT in full sun (although here in the Netherlands you’d have to wait for about six months for that to occur).

 

[Marquinius]

Oh. And you probably know, but … you need cyano glue. Thin and thicker. Nothing else really sticks.

 

[Bryian]

Hello friends,
despite the setback with some fittings not up to standard, I am pushing on with the build. The vendor is sending me replacement parts for my model.
I have removed most of the 3D printed deck fittings molded into the deck with a xacto knife, heating up the blade to red hot with by butane torch. The fittings then easily were removed.
I then filled the deck with fibreglass filler and overlaid the areas with my aftermarket timber deck.

 

[Bryian]

I have been late to the party with using an airbrush for painting models. My first attempt had a pleasing result.

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[Marquinius]

Ah. Good work! Starts to look the part.

 

[Iterum]

Hello Bryian!
Wow, what a project! I am still looking for an IRN BOGATYR cardboard kit and set of plans. So I will follow your build with intrest. These 3D-printed kits are the new kid around the block.