1:200 RMS Titanic Build Video 1

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This is the first episode in this build series and the longest one I have ever uploaded. There is a lot of work that goes into the hull to get it to the point where you can put some paint on it. That's what this video is all about. Future videos should be much shorter.
To see how to make serious corrections to the hull in order to get the most "accurate" build possible, check out Nigel's Modeling Bench here on KZbin. But be warned, he is conducting VERY advanced modifications to the hull. His techniques may not be suitable for beginners. But definitely go give his channel a "LIKE" and "SUBSCRIBE". He does amazing work.

[@SteveRobillard]

Really liked the tag team modeling/history approach - I hope we will continue to see you working as a team, thank you.

[@jamesjustice4515]

That was great that ur telling a story, while painting. I love that.

[@edg1754]

The project is off to a great start! This is going to be a fun build to watch!

[@tomwark6446]

glad to see you both back , look forward to the build.

[@ralphford4302]

First, thank you for your support of our men and women who have served and are in need. There are so many organizations out there doing the same thing, to all of them thank you as well. Great start Ben and it is very cool to see your wife participating in the build.. Never miss one of your posts, keep up the great work, looking forward to the next one

[@titaniccor6502]

Excellent vid, great start, cool format - the historical narratives really add to it. There's tons wrong with the kit itself as far as I know so great to see you fixing some of the more glaring issues. Look forward to the next installment.

[@kevinm498]

Great to see this project finally started.

[@andrewhesling7875]

Your very passionate about your modelling, the attention to detail is superb.

[@Dilious31]

The size of this thing is nuts!!!! Also really loving the team work guys! Looking forward to see how this build goes! Thank you both for sharing!

[@jimchapman1524]

On your stern rudder them little plates you coulden't figer out they was actually zink plates

[@russellletch7435]

Good to see you both this time , looking good , I am following Nigel’s build but it’s so good to follow your approach as well and looking forward to the next video, good idea about the people and the short story

[@usssaratogacv3lefevre978]

Great video. Nice to see you and your wife working together. Some really good pro tips.

[@arbdapeish]

Glad to see this project start. I like your problem solving and modeling philosophy. I watch these in segments but appreciate the longer vids over several short ones.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Thanks David! I wrestle with that a lot. How long to make a video and how many to make. I felt like I could get away with this because almost all of the hull prep work is in one video. I could have cut a bunch of stuff out. But it still would have easily been an hour long.

[@arbdapeish]

@@TheMidwestModelShop I thought it’s been well done. I like having the choice of the pause button!

[@garyrafferty8653]

Great to have you back, can't wait to see how the titanic turns out. I went to the Titanic museum a couple of year's ago very worthwhile visit.

[@dr.skipkazarian5556]

I was listening to music and then stumbled upon the two of you....I love creating and working with models (I am in the middle of handcrafting a double-hulled Hawaiian voyaging canoe...48" outriggers bow to stern....milled and carved the wood) and appreciate the challenge of working from scratch. I will be watching this project you are working on...it looks to be a real beauty! Thank you for your service (me....tour of duty Viet Nam 1967-1968 USARV). Best wishes to both of you.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Thank you, Sir! And thank you for your service as well!!’

[@keithralston339]

Great to see you back in the shop. Always enjoy your vids.

[@mikep3180]

you are one of the people i admire on this hobby , researching everything to the last detail, making corrections on the kit, adding all sorts of missing stuff etc. I doubt I'd have such patience, i much prefer to just build the kit straight away, so kudos to you sir

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Thanks Mike! I honestly don’t do that “much” research. I benefit a lot from others who I consider subject matter experts. And yes, I too enjoy building a model straight out of the box after any big in-depth project. That’s why I have my little Ban Dai Star Wars kits sitting off to the side when I need a quit and easy break.

[@saiga129]

Good video, off to a good start on a new build. Good tip on putting the spray cans in hot water to warm them up.

[@brianbrowning7180]

Great intro! Can’t wait to see the Titanic with people.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Thanks Bro!

[@B1M0X4]

I look forward to seeing the finished product I know it will look stunning as usual

[@charlotteinwonderland5954]

Hello!! Very happy to join the club! As a former NCO of the French Air Force, I friendly and respectfully salute you and your charming spouse. Thank you very much for the video.

[@back-n-actionmodelcollecti2522]

I thank you for your service to our country. I've devoted 20 years 3 months and one tour in the Army myself. Now retired, I'm doing what your doing. I like the build your doing and looking forward to the finish...

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Thank you! And thank you for your service as well!

[@brettlawrence9482]

Great Video Ben and Nora.I love how You use your initiative and experience by using plastic card instead of throwing money at it with after market etch like most others do,These models cost enough as it is.Keep up the good work n HAPPY MODELLING

[@patmccarthy1624]

Ben, Nora - great start for a complicated build. Really looking forward to the rest of the story! Y'all make a great team!

[@marktaylor9975]

KCS!

[@esuwarriormodelshop6369]

Looks amazing a lot of work done definitely paying off

[@jamesmaroon6161]

First of all, I want to say thank you for your service. I was in the Marine Corps for 8 years. Actually this T-Shirt is perfect for me, because I was a 0341 I was in Mortars. I was a Mortarman. And yes I did call for fire. Perfect. I will be getting one, also to help other vets. Actually that is more important to me than anything else is to help other vets. Just make sure you get ALL of your V.A benefits ok. Ya'll take care.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

I have stood in line at the V.A. for and am receiving, every benefit I qualify for. Thank you for emphasizing this. I do the same thing for everyone I run into.

[@fletsepopje]

Thank you both for your service. From a belgian.

[@alstokes3883]

Great to see you back modelling, and building my favourite ship 😊love it already looking great even early on 😊👍🏻some great tips there your videos are always awesome 😊hope you’re all doing ok 😊take care stay safe and look forward to the next vid😊

[@charliemessenger6537]

Off to a great start. Been watching Nigel's as well. That build will make your head explode! Takes some nuggets to cut up a $350 kit like that. I like your approach too. The red came out good too. Looked like it was going to be too bright judging by the cap but it looks great. Can't wait for the next vid.

[@80sGuy.]

That's one heck of a detailed model. Probably the best one so far. Speaking of which I haven't even started on both my 1/350 Lusitania and Titanic models yet which I bought back in '98, but then I want this one too.

[@stevenwheaton874]

What a great start to this build. I'm looking forward to part 2.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

You and me both!

[@konnerwhite568]

Thank you for making this video i just bought a 1/350 scale model of the titanic and i found this video really helpful. its people like you guys who make my day happier.

[@konnerwhite568]

Oh and if you guys do a titanic model again can you have like a moment of silence or something to honor those who died. Thanks

[@terrytewell5507]

What a great video to see a couple modelling together, true friends make an excellent marriage💕

[@stanojevicnatasa2514]

I just found your channel by accident. I would sell my soul to be part of your model making crew.

[@dhuber78]

Excellent timing just starting mine!!

[@gregperra2007]

Always enjoy your builds you are amazing model builder

[@stevenbongiorno9277]

Awesome! I’ve got the 1/350 kit, and this video shows a lot of cool stuff! I’ve had the kit for over 10 years, and this made me exited to finally start it. I’m looking forward to seeing more!

[@s.c.4363]

Awesome! I'm building the 1/400 100th anniversary Edition from Revell at the moment. I love the History of the Titanic and the Ship itself. The work and detailing you put on it..... It's just *WOW*! In my opinion the next episode could be much longer. Wish it were online right now. Glad to see how it looks if you finish it. Greets from Germany.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Thanks you! I really appreciate it!

[@georgebain986]

Those type of drill bits always, always break. Looking good guys. 👍

[@rickt904]

Look forward to following this build I too have this kit will get to it one day

[@davetraver4655]

Awesome video, both of you!! Great to see your wife getting involved. Mine is not interested in models, but does other crafts while I do mine. Keep up the good work. I'm getting ready to move, so waiting to start another ship until I get settled in the new house.

[@B1M0X4]

My wife paints small detials my hands are not steady enough for the smallest parts so she paints for me

[@honeybadgermotorworks7561]

Loving this build!

[@xsamitt]

Sweet little dog!

[@rickt904]

Thank you for going through the books you are using

[@williamholmes9195]

The Titanic an illustrated history is a great reference book. I have a 1/700 one that I plan on building when I get all of the supplies I need. Wish you all the best with your build.

[@williamholmes9195]

Thank You and this is the book I go to for my reference material.

[@TheChrisPineWorkshop]

Aircraft Maintainer for 35 years! Air Force! I loved everyday of it! I retired last April. I worked A-7's way back in the late 80's and the rest of my career from about 1991 was F-16's! It was such a wonderful career! Contrary to the t shirt I don't want my "MRE". :) I know this video is 2 years old, (How did you know I would be watching this two years later? ) :) but somthign that might be fun is artists doing paintings to hang on the walls of the build. Not sure what teh scale size of that would be and perhaps that is crazy I don't know. :)

[@mr.modern4419]

Great job... the information you provide is fascinating!!! Can't wait for the next video!!!

[@gkingdiamond]

I just acquired this model kit. Man is it going to require a lot of work!

[@minigmac1]

Hi Ben. I was a model maker on the 1996 film. We had actual real life ship fitters come in and create the hull plating on the 44 foot model. I am very much enjoying your video build series. Could have used you on the film! I'm excited to buy this kit and begin. Thx man! Mac.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Thanks Mac! I really appreciate it! It would have been fun to help out with a movie prop!

[@robertpradella6550]

I love your little dog! Cute little thing! Great video!

[@TheDaf95xf]

Really nice video buddy and awesome you wife is involved 👍🏻🇬🇧

[@ishyab011]

Wow, really really impressive. Love your techniques and hobby skills. I notice that I'm a bit late watching this video, but I'm hooked. Thanks for this post. :)

[@stevenpiper970]

Looks like trumpy put out quite a gem. More power to ya buddy.

[@parascalemodels]

On the rudder.....The zinc plates are called anodes. KUTGW brother 52:57 was priceless. That patch @ 59:20, just cut all that square instead of wasting time on trying to match curves. been there done that myself.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Anodes!!!! That’s right!

[@Titan52berg]

I would love to have these templates to add to my Trumpeter model. They make the stern look incredible!

[@rustythehusky5536]

Great to see you and your wife do a great model together can't wait to see more

[@ModelkitStuff]

Looks fantastic cannot wait to see more

[@yankeydoodoodoo]

That a nice big model..Wicked!

[@jonathanchau5087]

I thought modeling was dead finally. I miss model building so many closed down in my neighborhood

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Nope! It’s alive and well. You will probably just have to order your kits online, these days.

[@jonathanchau5087]

Well I’m in ny. I’ve always liked going to the model/ train shop to look around touch and talk with other modelers to get an idea of my builds. In nyc there is only one shop and it’s in Times Square . I hate and love how it’s moved to social media now

[@dominickcabal5347]

Thankyou for your service bro... I'm ex-Navy Submariner retired...excellent build and it reminds me of old submariner qoute which goes like this..." There's only two two types of ships in the Navy... Submarines & Targets😁😎👍👌✌Peace!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Off to a good start!!!

[@djmora127]

Lovely work sir. I watch Nigel and marvel at the work he is doing. I also appreciate the simpler "massaging" of what the kit gives you to correct and add detail. I look forward to the rest of this build. Also, either a screen grab from your portrait session or your wife's final product should end up framed on your backdrop wall . . .

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Already on it. At a minimum it will be taped up for the next video and a frame will be in it’s future....after, it’s returned from the MOA, on loan of course 😉

[@djmora127]

@@TheMidwestModelShop Good man!

[@jamesstoner606]

Glad to see you back your work is amazing

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

I appreciate it!

[@Napp28]

Ha ha ha ... in grade six I got a Titanic model (about this size) and it caused me sooo much stress! LOL In the end I found it really educated me about the layout of the ship ..... but oh man, the endless hours of STRESS LOL .... (BTW I was in grade six back in 1991) lol.

[@SouthernCrossMotors]

So happy I found this video. Really looking forward to the journey. I do not have the 1/200 scale but do have the Centenary Edition 1/400 Academy model I have not built yet. Hope watching you will help me get started. The Trumpeter kit here in Australia is about $600 so I may wait a while for that. 😀

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

I hope so, too! Everything I'm painting should be the same for you but only be about 1/8th the amount required LOL!!!

[@matteoarcuri3091]

Great you finally started!

[@mikemalliski8380]

What a fabulous team, your wife is a special lady, your a lucky man Matt. Just a fantastic beginning build, thanks.......

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Thanks! Who’s Matt?

[@mikemalliski8380]

Oh boy, sorry Ben.......you look like a Matt.......

[@willowwonderbull7100]

my dad got one of these in the early 80s and never put it together and then i lost pieces my god this brings back memories

[@daamanmehralu1380]

loved the detailing

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Thanks!

[@ChanNel-dt1gy]

I would wish yo have a wife sharing my hobby. Lucky you man

[@davidparsleyscustomscaleemerge]

Just subscribed today, ex-military myself, fantastic what your promoting, THANK YOU !! I'm also a scale modeler, rock on.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Awesome, David!!! Thanks!

[@thomasbaldwin7284]

thank you for your service sir

[@MrCarsdude]

Thanks ben for mentioning me. I am so honored you did so. I got more info ill share with you on the titanic, if you want to know. Thank you so much, I love what you've done so far!

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Yeah man! Send me what you've got!

[@MrCarsdude]

@@TheMidwestModelShop ok, there's a lot!

[@phil83_freewind93]

Nice job!! Thanks for the video 👍👍😉

[@jamesjustice4515]

That a big model. Love to have one for my collection

[@ALEXPKQ]

For all those holes, perhaps a "manicure drill" might be more useful. Amazing job! Greetings from Queretaro Mexico!

[@andrealexandresoares3912]

Very cool! I build a Titanic Academy 1/400, but 1/200? Amazing!!!!

[@vahidvaneti542]

IT `S SO Beautiful AND LOVLY

[@zolthan]

Amazing! Cool work!

[@sparker4614]

Great video. Your wife is very cool. Great team.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Thanks 👍

[@advertech]

a couple that models together stays together : )

[@maudale]

wow amazing to see all the meticulous corrections!!! Trumpeter should watch this and make the necessary amends to the mould!:)

[@philipps.8166]

Great Video, great skills. I am excited about the following Videos! Greetings from germany.

[@craigfresch575]

after that promo , ill have to buy stuff from you!

[@sneakyfildy]

OMG, OMG! Exciting!

[@2H80vids]

Very first episode and we get an 80 minute video; hope this is a sign of things to come.👍😁 I'm only about 12 minutes in and I can't say Im all that impressed with the kit. Going by the flaws on the hull pieces, probably considered the two most important parts of the kit, it looks like you're going to be spending a lot of time fixing 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑖𝑟 𝑖𝑛𝑎𝑑𝑒𝑞𝑢𝑎𝑐𝑖𝑒𝑠 - not a great start. And 80 minutes just flew by. Loads of progress, probably because you've got help this time.😁 The "paint a passenger" scheme is genius, I wonder how many you'll get. My painting skills, or lack of, rule me out of helping but it should be a whole lot of fun, seeing what, or who, everyone sends in. I'm really looking forward to this build, especially as it's a passenger vessel, rather than a warship. Herself should have no trouble finding "Tales from the Titanic" for each episode; there's just 𝒔𝒐 much written about the ship, her passengers and the crew. Cheers for now, Dougie.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Thanks Dougie! Good to hear from you, again!

[@JohnnieE1961]

What you guys s are doing looks great. I believe the art of kit modelling is to improve on the "out of the box", which will always be flawed, to the highest standard you can.

[@toboldlygosmodelworks1973]

I've been looking forward to this build since you previewed the Titanic last year. 3-D printed stuff can be fragile and rule one after you've repaired it - the missing part will appear!

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

I thought the same thing for sure.....this time, though, it still hasn’t shown up 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@joshuariddensdale2126]

I really need to get back into plastic model building. I have easily two dozen different paints just sitting in my storage cabinet.

[@tommhenderson5083]

Nice Job.

[@jerry2494]

i want to order the Missouri next for r/c conversion. after learning on Arizona .as my first model. i can picture myself holding the Missouri box. like a proud father.

[@jeeperscreatures]

Nora has a great speaking voice. She narrarates well

[@noramarie1709]

Thank you 🙂

[@The_MAD_Qyuber]

If you haven’t yet and get a chance. Check out the USS Yorktown in South Carolina. I stayed in it, ate in it and got to walk through it years ago. It’s a blast, if you are still able to do so.

[@medwaymodelrailway7129]

Great video like it very much .Hope more to come .Take care.

[@jmaclaren4147]

Tip, If ye paint the area below the waterline wi white first before the "anti fouling" red, the colour wi show better.

[@RestorationAustralia]

Very cool project.

[@JeffreyStrader]

HERO'S, every one of them!!!!

[@cyril1333]

So i'm glad i'm not the only one thinking that this model has a wrong rudder shape :D

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Yeah this was one of the very first things I heard about the kit. Not sure how they messed it up.

[@Jehesus]

looking forward to the next video!

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

It’s already out.

[@robertnicholls2316]

Brilliant love it

[@tomgould4770]

The plates on the rudder are called sacrificial plates or anodes. Used to attract corrosion away from the ship.

[@alan_decker]

That is gigantic!