1/200 Scale Missouri by Trumpeter Build Video 6

[@trade0714]

You need to quit apologizing for little things that might not be perfect. This is an amazing job you're doing. Few people have either the patience or skills to build a model as good as you do.

[@B1900pilot]

The large spools are for the heavy manila mooring lines, and they were a khaki color. Your work on the kamikaze damage is amazing. You might find it interesting to note that the upper portion of the pilot's corpse was found on deck. The Captain of the Missouri specifically made sure that the young pilot was buried at-sea with full military honors.

[@richardpezall384]

I really like the fact that you show the work on all the little details, a lot of people just show the large bits and are done with it. This helps out the way you do it because it gives people the little bits of information that is needed to make the kit look awesome. Thank you

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Thanks Rich! That is exactly the "kind" of videos I set out to make. My working assumption is that you know how to glue plastic parts together already.... so I try to show the "gotcha" points of any kit. And what I do to try and make things better. The BEST, is when folks leave comments that help out with the build even further! It's like we are all working on it together then.

[@kylecreel921]

Just wanted to let you know the "bits" along the hull on the main deck are called cleats.

[@blownmouse]

My wife and I were fortunate enough to not only see the dent in the ship left by the kamikaze plane from less than three feet away and were told the entire story of that event from the crash to the burial at sea of the pilot. It was a very emotional experience.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

I thought the MO was cool when I first saw it but when I accidentally stumbled onto the plaque where the surrender was signed… it hit me hard. I think because I basically spent my entire youth studying and idolizing those who fought in WWII and that got me.

[@thakrak]

Nice words honoring the japanese pilot. Thank you.

[@2H80vids]

Slowly, but surely, it's coming on well. I liked the little nod to the Japanese pilot. Apart from anything else, it's good to learn a bit about the stuff you're building - or watching someone else building. A few hours watching KZbin usually leads me to a few on Google, just finding out what the **** I've been watching. Enjoying this build and looking forward to the next episode. Funny, I can't say that about ANY t.v. series.☺ Cheers for now, Dougie.

[@GhostofCicero]

I think you did a great job representing the dent. I'm glad you found some reference for it, I wasn't able to.

[@aussiefrenchman-hobbytable9960]

Im building the Dunkerque and watching your build is making me wish trumpeter would build mine in this scale ,looking great mate👍👍👍👍👍

[@williamholmes9195]

Photo etched parts can be a blessing and a royal pain in the butt. Have done a few automobile kits with the pe parts and it is a pain. So yes I can understand your frustration.

[@edg1754]

I enjoyed seeing the guitars. Nice! I like the weathering on the ship. That adds so much. And, I appreciate the acknowledgement and respect paid to the Japanese pilot who gave his life for his country, as well as the respect to our vets who gave their lives for us. I only recently found your channel, and this build has inspired me to finally start that Tamiya kit I've had for years. Pontos detail set on the way! Thanks!

[@jeffhardick]

Again Ben,great video and I appreciate the fact that you showed us the "boring bits" as you called it...this is going to be beautiful when completed. The fact that you added the dent from the kamakazi (?spelling?) attack to honor the pilot is fantastic...hats off to you. Keep up the great work and I look forward to the next video!

[@raythackston1960]

I am so glad you keep telling me that the coin is a Dime. I might not know otherwise. LOL!! What a great job you are doing on the kit. I love the way you are making it look real to the original. Do not worry about the people who say something is wrong. After all it is your model kit.

[@KeremDrngl]

Thank you for videos Sir. Very very interesting progress. i just bought my 1/200 missouri and i'm waiting right time to start. Good day!

[@donnicoll1570]

She is coming on well Ben. On all models there are "boring parts" but they all form part of what we wish to create and display. Respect you acknowledging the Japanese pilot and veterans.

[@jackmorris2999]

Don Nicoll He names the Japanese pilot trying to kill the US sailors on board. Did he name any of the sailors on board?.My dad was a sailor in the Pacific during WW11 and he never talked about it. Give me a break and do some historical research on the atrocities of the Japanese war machine. I have, and I am a Vietnam vet. Give credit to your own warriors before you give it to those that killed them.

[@donnicoll1570]

@@jackmorris2999 Hi Jack. I am Irish and so was my Dad. He didn't have to but he volunteered for the British army in WW2. Fought mainly against Germans and Italians but near the end went to the far east. Like your Dad he did not speak much about the war years which for him were 5. To his dying day he would not allow Japanese products into the house but did allow German or Italian. Respect to you for your Nam service. I have no concept of what you went through though the madness of it To me is summed up well in the last 5 minutes of Hamburger Hill. I live in a smallish apartment so space is an issue. I build AFVs but I love these large ships. What Ben is taking on is a superb project plus all his research. I am fascinated as his master class evolves. Hope you are enjoying it also. Cheers Don.

[@jerryrip]

I'm so glad that someone decided to mention the fact that if this guy's explosives went off, that there would've been plenty of dead American sailors. Keep in mind that these pilots were fanatically willing to die for the emperor and the Japanese EMPIRE, not the country. Very different from our reason for fighting. Anyway great build! I wish I had your model making skills.

[@lonewolf4136]

You will be glad all that details are there.

[@slackjaw703]

OMG! The 4 rung ladder debacle makes this entire series unwatchable! Lol. Absolutely love your videos. The details are just so incredible! Maes day when I see a new video show up in my queue. Thank you so much for posting!

[@styrenereplicas53]

Super update. Love the guitar descriptions. The detail update wasn’t at all boring. Your work is excellent. I’d like to see some “work” videos to actually see you working on the models. Thanks

[@props-model-shop]

You, Sir... are a hard act to follow! But; you do make it easier for the rest of us, who don't have the time to do proper research on this build. It is amazing how much extra detail you have going on here! And "Canon" or not, she is going to look freaking great! Trolls never build anything, they only wish they could!

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Thanks Greg! Your video is how I figured out how the instructions worked for the ammo tubs. I'm looking forward to your next video!

[@jawk007]

I appreciate you honor the japanese pilot, most people call kamikazes terrorists but it was indeed an act of honor

[@akshooter271]

@@outlawflyer7868 Turns out attacking a military target in a combat zone is just slightly different than attacking civilians with civilian assets.

[@MikeCurtis7663]

The devil is in the details. So true here. Love the Enterprise shirt, also!

[@johnlibra7734]

Great detail - you have more time and patience than I.

[@bilgerat7694]

She's bloody beautiful mate looks good as always till next time have a good one mate

[@MrCarsdude]

Amazing job! Amazing model, I am excited for trumpeter's new RMS Titanic model kit.

[@aaronbosch6561]

This series brings back many memories for me. I played many ceremonies on the Mo during my tour at PACFLT. Was usually on the fantail at least once a week for a change of command or retirement ceremony.

[@fivecitydirttracker4776]

Came for the model build and enjoyed the 🎸🎸✌Amazing patcence and detail.

[@esuwarriormodelshop6369]

Looks great Ben all that little stuff takes forever. Awesome guitars.

[@paulcorrigan649]

Ben if you're ever looking for 1/200 scale hosing or rigging, whipping twine or shirring elastic is good to scale. May be good for your Titanic build.

[@richardsevers7686]

Nice work Ben. The 40MM quad mount ammo storage racks must have been challenging. The bigger reels should be for hawsers, i.e., large lines that are used to haul the ship into the pier and secure her and the small winches, port and starboard , are to load the 16" projectiles down to the magazines. There should be some loading hatches and a temporary rig (probably stowed in this case) close to each turret ring. All of the ladders (especially on your fine model of the ARIZONA) all have a purpose; I think of how you would get to a station and they all become common sense, like the 40MM mounts.; How do I get over that armor plate to service the gun.Again great work on the model.

[@the10thleper]

Good job. She's looking good. Love the attention to detail, love the dent. The shading of the deck looks spot on. They are big, lots and lots of detail. How long does it take? (I hate that question.) Answer; As long as it takes. Thanks mate, this is going to look so nice. Just wait till you see her alongside the USS Arizona.

[@B.A.S.Drydock]

Looks great! Is there a talent you don't have that isn't cool! I always wanted to learn the guitar never had the patience to do it long enough to where my finger tips weren't sore! The Mo is looking great buddy! How about a little stairway to heaven!!?lol

[@SueBobChicVid]

I never looked so closely at the Missouri deck edge detail as this video just did. It looks as if that kit is missing an obvious detail of the "curb" at the edge of the deck. Surprising given how much other detail there is and at such a large scale. This is not a critique of Ben's work; it looks amazing.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

You are CORRECT! I've been thinking about it and trying to decide if I want to do anything about it....

[@jeffreycohn3941]

The Midwest Model Shop can you clarify to what this “curb” detail is referring? Is it the edge of the deck that is unplanked outside of the railing?

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

@@jeffreycohn3941 No it's on the edge of the deck outside the railing. There is a round "lip" or "curb" if you will, on the real thing. The model is just flat.

[@jeffreycohn3941]

The Midwest Model Shop ah ok, thank you. I googled a picture of the “dent”, and what you are describing is quite clear.

[@haraldsydness4902]

The “curb” is a waterway, and it’s like a gutter under the railings for water to flow off. Good in a typhoon….

[@richardsevers7686]

A further comment; if you want to know more about the kamikaze threat, I highly recommend the following book: Fire from the Sky by Robert Stern, US Naval Institute Press.

[@bobrobinson2587]

Nice family photo. I build big trucks, and gassers. I play geetar too.

[@bigcharliesmodelgarage296]

Good progress

[@smoothcannibal5371]

even without mentioning what the tele is, that's the interesting guitar. a les paul is just a les paul.

[@dv8tyler692]

Not many would acknowledge and honor someone from the other side of a war. Glad to see you're one of those people. This is very cool to watch, I only wish I was building the thing. XD Keep up the good work!

[@erichheyde5953]

If anyone has already commented on this. I apologize. Capt. William M. Callaghan ordered that The Japanese pilot be given a burial at sea with full military honors.

[@Thorsaxe777]

Okay, I thought about this for a while. (The Dent) I have worked for the navy now for almost 40 years, I now how the operate. The Dent was left there as a reminder to those who sail her as the future and its Wars are untold. The Ship lives though its Officers and Crew, the ships fighting spirit was shown that day in WW-2, it is dedicated to them through their Skipper and Command. the beliefs of a Fanatical people as the Imperial Japanese air command committing suicide isn't the reason the Dent was left there. It is a earned Battlescar of the "Mighty Moe"as "SHE CAN TAKE IT, WE CAN TAKE IT". They were in the heat of Battle, they were under fierce attack, however the Men fought the causality and the D.C. section responded keeping the Ship in the Fight. That is why the Dent is still there, Not to pay Honor to crazed ideologies where suicide is a warrior's way. So, I hope you remember that when you shake a hand of a Veteran for they fought battles for their friends and buddies, Not for Flags and Kings.

[@jerryrip]

Couldn't have said it better. Honor those who fought with honor. Great build by the way!

[@fingerfeller]

not boring at all sir

[@B1900pilot]

I stand corrected on the 40mm ready service ammo!

[@basicminiaturepainting]

Very nice my friend.justin

[@Captc5766]

Were her decks ever that weathered? They look like they haven’t been cleaned in 5-10 years. Was she ever out of service that long?

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

There is a general misunderstanding of how bad, one cruise, can mess up a Navy ship. I have included a few pictures in some of the videos of the ship at the surrender signing. The ship NEEDED paint BAD. But, this is MY interpretation of how she may have looked. And I like it.

[@Captc5766]

The Midwest Model Shop thanks for responding. I would expect that war itself is rough on the aesthetics of a warship. I would expect that there were areas that were painted and repaired. Surely the entire ship wouldn’t be repainted for every repair. I have some great pictures of the Norway at the end of her service life with large square patches of paint repairs. (I hadn’t thought of including that in model building) with areas of varying color and sheen. I have quite a bit experience with teak decking. I agree that fresh teak decks would be inconsistent with a weathered model. You’ve done a great job simulating authentic greyed teak. I don’t know how you did it. I’d like to try to simulate the foot traffic that would have made paths that kept the deck from greying. It would show the boat has been to busy to clean the decks and show the wear. I’ll bet there was oil spots too. Know what I mean? I like the hull damage you made from the plane impact . The crease looks perfect. Well done.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Forgive me for not remembering which episode it was, but I do show staining the deck in detail somewhere in the series. Hope it helps!

[@Captc5766]

The Midwest Model Shop thanks man! I will find it.

[@uberquellen]

Just curious. How many hours do you have in so far and many hours do you think you will need to finish? It’s coming along real nice.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

So I don't really keep track...but upon consulting my Wife, we think I have somewhere between 30-40 hours so far. How many will it take to finish? .....probably 4-500 more at the rate I'm going. I only say that because I have to build something like 30 20mm cannons, and 20 Bofors. That is going to eat up a lot of time. Then there are the ladders. Pontos gives you jigs to drill holes, and then you can install each and every rung. So... we will see how that all plays out.

[@uberquellen]

The Midwest Model Shop thank you for your answer. I wish you well on the build and I’ll be standing by for future updates. Anchors away!

[@paulgriffiths6344]

Love the guitars can we get a better look at the Telecaster please?

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Paul Griffiths eventually 😉

[@paulgriffiths6344]

@@TheMidwestModelShop look forward to it mate, the Missouri is looking great.

[@markbradford5093]

You put the dent in the side of the Missouri to honor the kamikaze pilot! there's no honor in what they did it was just murder and greed for oil all those people died for nothing it was murdered when they attacked Pearl Harbor they were giving us peace medals in WASHINGTON DC. where's the honor in that? Butt but I'm enjoying the build and the electric guitar playing

[@advertech]

man doing dents.....lol