Gern's Medieval Bombard Finished

[Gern]

Here you go folks. All comments welcome.

Col, I changed my mind about all the extras. I figured the bits supplied in the kit were enough - I didn't want to go OTT!

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Gern

 

[Alan 45]

I like this it's different and very well made , I really like the dirt area it's very realistic

 

[CDW]

OK you're excused Dave

I like it as it is, there's lots going on anyway, I've actually been looking around for this type of kit since you first posted it up.

 

[eddiesolo]

Tops Dave, well made and well devised. The whole structure of the model works to make it a very interesting build and something unique.

I like it very much.

Si

 

[spanner570]

Nice build Dave, and something away from the norm too....

Ron

 

[Gern]

Thanks guys. It's amazing what you find when you think you're all done:

1) I missed the metal hoops on the barrels and buckets (but at least I got a bucket!).

2) My tree is leaning to one side.

3) I should have left a path behind the guy pushing the barrel. And did you notice the clumsy oaf had knocked over a bucket?

4) I don't think the powder would have been stored so close to the front of the gun barrel!

Si, I can't claim credit for all the layout. The positions of the figures were set by Zvezda. I could have changed them but I thought they were fine as they are.

Anyway, I'm happy enough. Thanks again.

Gern

 

[flyjoe180]

Wow, quick build Dave, and very nicely done mate.

 

[tanktrack]

it makes a pleasant change to wheels and tracks very nice

 

[yak face]

Thanks guys. It's amazing what you find when you think you're all done:1) I missed the metal hoops on the barrels and buckets (but at least I got a bucket!).

2) My tree is leaning to one side.

3) I should have left a path behind the guy pushing the barrel. And did you notice the clumsy oaf had knocked over a bucket?

4) I don't think the powder would have been stored so close to the front of the gun barrel!

Si, I can't claim credit for all the layout. The positions of the figures were set by Zvezda. I could have changed them but I thought they were fine as they are.

Anyway, I'm happy enough. Thanks again.

Gern

what missed bits?

1. Hoops on buckets - youre excused as all of us so far probably missed them too!

2. its a very exposed area with a prevailing wind - trees naturally lean

3. the guy has pushed the barrel from across the grass so no track ,and I dont think hes going to be on his own as far as kicking the bucket goes-just wait till that cannon goes off!!

4. the guy lighting the touch paper is just pointing and saying " for gods sake shift that bloody barrel of powder!!!"

so there , no mistakes as far as I can see .

seriously though mate this is absolutely fantastic , its so different and so interesting, ive never seen this kit or anything like it (apart from the Da Vinci stuff by italeri , speaking of which i quite like the look of the mechanical lion!) Needless to say I love this , Great build doodab winging its way to you , cheers tony

 

[eddiesolo]

Si, I can't claim credit for all the layout. The positions of the figures were set by Zvezda. I could have changed them but I thought they were fine as they are.

Maybe Dave, but you have still put it together perfectly so that it is a feast to the eye.

Si

 

[Gern]

Thanks guys.

Tony - I guess I'm just like everyone else. We all see faults in our own work and get maybe too critical - but it's one way we get better I suppose. It's nice if you can get a forum like this where others will help without destroying your confidence!

Gern

 

[Polux]

Nice and different build Gern.

Seriously, there's nothing to criticism!!

Cheers

Polux

 

[Andy2035]

Hi Dave,

As already said, this looks great Sir and I certainly can't see anything wrong nor out of place...

HUGE ***** for you...

Andy...

 

[Gern]

Thanks guys.

Andy, I do wish you'd lose the 'sir'! It don't apply to me - as any of the guys who've met me will tell you!

Gern

 

[eddiesolo]

Andy, I do wish you'd lose the 'sir'! It don't apply to me - as any of the guys who've met me will tell you!

You're not a 'madam' are you Dave?

Si

 

[Gern]

You're not a 'madam' are you Dave?Si

Thank you Si! I'll remember that. :eek:

That's 15 - Love to you. My serve .....

Gern

 

[eddiesolo]

Thank you Si! I'll remember that. :eek:That's 15 - Love to you. My serve .....

Gern

Heh, heh couldn't resist... :P

Si

 

[stona]

Nice one, it's certainly something different and very nicely done. I like your groundwork too, very realistic..

I wasn't sure if it was me or the tree that was leaning a bit, anyway it matters not at all. There's a blo8dy great pine tree in my neighbours garden which is definitely leaning our way !

I wouldn't worry about the powder position either......the gun powder plotters thought it would be a good idea to dry some out in front of an open fire, and they had several hundred years more experience with the stuff

Cheers

Steve