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Hi I’ve got two models of the victory to build, a Constructo kit ( new ) and a matura panart ( 738 I think) it’s the one with the copper cladding , it’s been started by the previous owner , hull is built and most of the planking done , though some will have to be redone .
I’m tempted to start the Constructo , smaller size , better plans ,ie pictographs, which kit is the most accurate? Ielocation of gunports etc
The metal casting is better on the mantua , more thin etch , but the brass casting for the rear windows etc is horrible , it’s a massive bit of brass about 1mm thick . I’ve looked at both the plans quite a lot of differences between the two , luckily I’ve got my photos of the victory I took in Portsmouth
Once I’ve decided which kit to build I’ll probably sell tthe second one , all advice appreciated ian
I’m tempted to start the Constructo , smaller size , better plans ,ie pictographs, which kit is the most accurate? Ielocation of gunports etc
The metal casting is better on the mantua , more thin etch , but the brass casting for the rear windows etc is horrible , it’s a massive bit of brass about 1mm thick . I’ve looked at both the plans quite a lot of differences between the two , luckily I’ve got my photos of the victory I took in Portsmouth
Once I’ve decided which kit to build I’ll probably sell tthe second one , all advice appreciated ian