1:350 Scale STAR TREK TOS Starship Enterprise Build # 9 Finished

This video shows my most recent build of the Polar Lights 1:350 scale Star Trek TOS Starship Enterprise build. It features a detailed and lighted bridge with in scale crew figures and a detailed and lighted shuttlebay. It also has a sound fx system with lighted phaser and photon firing effects.

[@FXTRT-ec9lz]

That is the most beautiful Enterprise model I have ever seen.

[@gordon5004]

A beautiful job Boyd. I really like the paint job. This was how I remember the Enterprise. It's great to see her again.

[@TrekWorks]

Thanks, yes a lot of liberties were taken with the CGI Enterprise in the remastered TOS series. There is a never ending debate over what a "correct" looking Enterprise means. I just go by the motto that you should build it the way you like it which is what I do for my customer builds.

[@AvengerII]

At least don't overdo the paintjob.... The Smithsonian is just being forgiven now for the 1991 "restoration" of the Enterprise shooting model! This time around, it looks a LOT closer to the TV series presentation. I just hope one or two of the changes they made internally (the bracing for the wood structure) don't come back to haunt them.

[@SeansModelBuilds]

@@AvengerII I tried to match the Smithsonian Model when I repainted the 18 inch AMT TOS Enterprise a friend gave me 18 months ago: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYmyaWN-rKx5mtE It was my first Star Trek model in 24 years, but by watching Trekworks and Dr Faust Painting Clinic, I learned a lot.

[@Lumibear.]

The tiny detail that stood out for me was the light inside the Galileo shuttle craft, its little things like that that add the magic into these builds.

[@cerethpainting6606]

Nice work on the off set bridge. Many think the view screen faces forward, but how you have it is 100% accurate!

[@derterraner]

I can't believe this model looks fantastic.

[@LarryLeeMoniz]

This is film quality. It really is amazing!

[@tandfloyd]

I highly recommend Boyd for any of your model building projects. This is the TOS 1/350 kit he built for me. Boyd's attention to detail, especially the color matching request I had, was spot on. Boyd kept me in touch with me throughout the process and he will confirm details and any specific configuration requests you may have had along the way. Importantly, the shipping container, if you are interested in this particular model, arrives in a custom foam case. Unlike other model builders who try to "rig" something, the packaging nearly assures a 100% chance of your model arriving in one piece. I tried a different builder on you tube, and it came broken, along with several other material defects. Bottom line this is a lifelong investment that is very rewarding if you are a Star Trek fan or for any of the other models that Boyd will make for you.

[@TrekWorks]

Thanks for the comments Floyd. I'm glad you are happy with the model and thanks for being patient while it was being built :)

[@AvengerII]

From seeing more and more of these kits go the "Aztec" route, I honestly think is one of the BETTER paintjobs I've seen on this model. They seem to go 1 of 3 routes with this model now -- 1) Aztec -- which was not on the original shooting miniature which anybody can figure out in 5 seconds if they watch the original UNremastered versions of TOS; 2) heavy weathering -- some can be nice but I think a lot of people are seeing more of it than I do; 3) a cleaner aesthetic that doesn't have the heavy weathering and which looks more like a lot of publicity photos of the 3-ft model. It's not about screen-accuracy, IMHO. It's about what looks good to you, and what you can live with after you pay the other guy to build and paint the model for you. I think that's a losing argument going from Pilot to Pilot, Season to Season, and seeing how the surviving 11-ft shooting miniature has been altered over the years. After hearing what they did to the TMP model between films, I give up... Just pick your film paint-job and live with it because they're all "screen-accurate!" LOL The customer got what what he wanted. Frankly, I think Floyd Goodson has better tastes than a LOT of us do! Wow, this one DID come out looking nice... even better than usual!

[@robertlowndes8695]

Where did you get the motor less motors for the Bussards?

[@haldand]

Sincerely brought a tear to my eye... Fantastic job!

[@outsider238]

Absolutely gorgeous!! Love the photon torpedo and phaser effects!! You really make these special Boyd! I can't wait to see the one you mentioned coming up next.

[@TrekWorks]

Thanks, I like the effects too. I need to find the time to build a new one for myself with that in there :)

[@mattalki]

And another beautiful build comes out of Boyd's domain! Well done!

[@TrekWorks]

Thanks Matt :)

[@matthews8576]

I like that color. It may not match the original shooting model but it looks like how the ship appears on tv.

[@jonathangoode546]

I like what you have done . AND IT LOOKS SPECTACULAR.

[@michael68697]

This is a work of art. In this day and age we should have been created one full size. As Americans we are getting behind do to wars and other conflicts. In 2020 I am running for president of the United States of America and I will make this happen. We need to move forward with technology instead of war.

[@Formulka]

stunning, fantastically crafted

[@JohnGunter_Johnprime]

Wow, fantastic looking build! Great job!

[@Skippy2k81]

I too sent you an e-mail to find out what it usually takes to get one built up. :) I was originally sticking going with them all in the smaller versions of the Enteprise and MAYBE eventually a big one of the Refit since I've always liked it but wondering about the original now instead. Hope to hear back soon to at least figure out what route I want to go! Love the videos and builds, they look awesome!

[@SkyrayModels]

As much as i love the look of the TOS in original paint and lighting,its nice to see someone requesting a more "Refit" style look,i always thought the TOS was a great blank canvas for more custom designs.

[@TrekWorks]

The model I'm building with the aztec paneling should be a fun and interesting build. The client has some unique ideas for the way it will be painted and also some different non cannon type lighting. Always fun to work on something outside of the box.

[@AvengerII]

I'm okay with the Aztecs as long they aren't overemphasized. It should still be the point that the TOS ship was built with quite a bit different technology than the Refit. There's a lot of problems with the idea that the Refit was actually built 'on the bones' of the TOS Enterprise.... It's Gene Roddenberry's romanticism getting in the way of practicality and real-life ship building and modification practices. They don't tear down a ship and rebuild it like that! It's easier to build a new ship than to "recycle" so little of the previous and call it a "renewed ship." That just doesn't happen and people really shouldn't use the example of the US Navy modernizing its WWII-era carriers... While the flights decks and islands WERE modified along with the positions of the elevators, most of the ship below top decks is the same when originally commissioned in the 1940s down the original powerplants and crew compartments. The idea that any of these ships were torn down to their keels and rebuilt is preposterous! ************************ Getting off that slight tanget, I think the TOS ship by and large still works despite my reservations about the way the nacelles were attached... It's a structural weak point on all the models that fall this design. That's why a lot of the guys building half- and full-scale recreations of the 11-ft TOS Enterprise are reinforcing the nacelle struts. They could still droop because the Ship was never designed with 50-60 year model life in mind and it's a minor miracle that the "real thing" has survived as long as it has DESPITE the attempts to refurbish it! Yes, Aztecs are fine -- they look great in CG videos I've seen -- but additional lighting on the nacelles that I've seen hasn't looked bad either. I've seen lighting around the edges of the aft bulbs (haven't seen this in a model build; I've only seen in CG "paintings" like the "Ships of the Fleet" series) and blue warp lighting on the inside of the nacelles. Interior/blue nacelle lighting I have seen and I do think it adds something to the ship and makes the design pop out better. The rest of the Ship has fine lighting but I do think what I've seen on at least one build with the extra nacelle lighting was very nice. Not sure that I believe the modeller's story that he was told by Roddenberry that Roddenberry wanted this (internal blue nacelle lighting) on the 1960s Enterprise. I don't doubt the modeller's word -- it's Roddenberry I gotta question! The guy was known to tell people what they wanted to hear...

[@AvengerII]

I think the drooping issue eventually happens to most TOS Enterprise models... regardless of the material they're made of. It's even happening with the 11-foot model in the NASM which has reinforced pylons. Short of providing string support (metal wiring, strong fishing line?) for the nacelles, I don't see how the drooping will be avoided forever. Haven't heard HOW they solved that problem with the original model at NASM, BTW... I think it's a natural consequence of gravity, the unconventional design of the ship, and what I consider the weakest area for attaching the nacelles -- the rear by the shuttlebay where it's a weaker structural point. I haven't heard these issues with the Refit version of the Enterprise. I wonder if it happens with the other designs and other versions of the Enterprise? I'd be surprised if it doesn't become an issue with the "JJ-Prise" (at least the first two versions) since it mirrors the attachment point of the TOS model.

[@davidhall8874]

I want to see some one build a full size Enterprise! That would impress me.

[@foxmyx62]

David Hall They almost did in Vegas a few years ago! Google it...interesting story.

[@MrPhife333]

That model is so beautiful, I almost cried... mainly cause I can't afford one.

[@dmappin1]

Beautiful build, although I think I prefer the motorized effect for the warp nacelles. Awesome detailing, especially with the bridge and shuttle bay!

[@TrekWorks]

The motorized engines are more accurate but they are noisy and have a shorter lifespan. It's up to my clients to decide which they like better.

[@dmappin1]

Yes. I guess that would depend on how much one ran it. I wonder if painting the vanes inside without motors and with rotating lights inside... if that give the illusion that the vanes were moving?

[@TMMAAS]

Pretty good piece of work.

[@fubarmodelyard1392]

fantastic job. you make it impossible to say hey you did that wrong. I think I'll do a 1000 scale tos in nx or d look

[@LightsNcrafts]

Yet, another beautiful model :)

[@keithhogg6195]

This is beautiful!!!!

[@TheRealCobraBurnout]

oh wow!! I gotta check into buying one of these

[@TheJacksonRoykirk]

VERY nice! This is how I'd want mine.

[@degas5000]

this is freakin gorgeous

[@theomimesis]

Beautiful!

[@RocketJockey1300]

Awesome work!!

[@miles2010litoral]

best , i love star trek

[@Aranjuez44]

Great job you did!!

[@lewis26ful]

Hey , it's been a while since I built a model and think it's about time I hit the stash. I choose the tos 1/350. Was wondering if the polar lights lighting kit is worth the money , also what extras or photo etch parts are worth buying or avoiding. Thanks for any help.

[@eddiespells]

Wow that's pretty nice I like that

[@shariar84]

Absolute beauty!! Great work man! So how do I order one from you? Do you have a site or something? Please let me know. Seriously this looks amazing! WOW! Live Long and Prosper \/

[@DukeOfChirk]

Museum quality stuff!

[@edwardherbert882]

Most excellent work man unfortunately I went to Hobby Lobby and I bought the 50th anniversary first generation Enterprise in the whole pieces are warped I have to try and straighten them out there's no way mine's going to look like yours but I just had to give you a shout out for fine work

[@lifetimesofjcm8582]

thats freakin awesome looking wish my modeling skills were that epic. speaking of which, do people buy finished models? is there way to sell them for alittle bit of profit?

[@glyndaley1475]

Looks fantastic Boyd ever think of doing the constitution in 1.350th with batle damage .

[@TrekWorks]

Maybe some day :)

[@glyndaley1475]

Boyd what would be your dream 1.350 scale tos or nxt gen ship if polar lights asked you ide love a reliant or k tinga / d7 .

[@TrekWorks]

I would luv to build both a Reliant and K'tinga class ship in 1:350 scale.

[@glyndaley1475]

Boyd ever hurd of Blakes 7 theres a kit of the hero ship the liberator its made by masterpiece models its in resin could you do a review and a build of it thanks .

[@anthonylowder6687]

I would like to have one of those made for me....how do I go about ordering one and how much is the total cost including shipping and handling. Please let me know. Thank you.

[@johngoerger8996]

I have the 1/350 model kits, the ENTERPRISE from the 1st STAR TREK film & the U. S. S. ENTERPRISE aircraft carrier--same scale. Have not had the time & space to build them. Question I have is would u be able to build both of them for me if I would give in the model kits and the cost?

[@AvengerII]

Boyd/Mr. Trekworks, For the phaser effects, couldn't you have used (IF the customer requested it) green lasers for the effect? The phasers always seemed to come up higher from the dome. This was one of the things that was done better on the Refit -- there were clear points for the weapon effects to originate from. Of course, the art directions on ST:TMP owe Franz Joseph the credit for developing the ball turrets to begin with (even if he was totally off on the location of the torpedo tubes)! Seriously, the ball turrents are in the blueprints that he drew... They were released years before ST:TMP... Way, way before the Phase II or Refit TMP Enterprise were designed. Weren't you one of the guys that used RED lasers for the phasers. for the Refit version? I thought those came out well! I thought the lighting effect for the dome -- well, meh. Sorry... had to be honest but as soft as possible. Nobody likes harsh criticism! The paint job looks very nice. I gotta admit I never cared much for that "rustband" on the top of the saucer that everybody likes to put in. It gets overdone a lot and I personally think it's distracting anyway. Oh well, I guess it was put in to show that the Ship had been through quite a bit during its service life prior to ST:TMP.

[@TrekWorks]

I've never used lasers on my models. I don't use them because they are a safety hazard and they also have a very limited lifespan. When they burn out you'll have to open the model up to replace them. Unless you have some haze in the room you can't see them operating either.

[@AvengerII]

Sorry! I must have confused you with the other builder in Florida. Your work is still great. I can see what you mean about the lasers... I was always kind of hesitant to use ANY kind of laser to play with my last pet.

[@outfield1988]

Hi question about the windows. Did you just leave the windows out. Did you put the clear windows in and mask. Did you use the window maker stuff after you painted. Lost on what to do with the windows. Thank You..

[@MrPhinn1]

Very, very nice.

[@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP]

As soon as I win the Lotto- I'll be calling you.

[@johnhobart7568]

I got to ask, they say you cannot afford it if you have to ask... But I am going to ask... What does something like this... run? Thank you in advance.

[@tempest0392]

Its beutifull

[@StargazerFS128]

OMG that's beautiful!! i'd trade my car on the spot for it and carry it under arm home on bus, no shit!

[@michaelharden7063]

How much would one of these set me back?

[@MeBeTheDB]

Silly me -- but looking at the scale of the SHUTTLE CRAFT ... of the ENTERPRISE here ... and then, calculating the relative size of a human being standing next to it ... ... I dunno, it strikes me as a tad too large. THAT SAID -- well built and mucho cool on keeping the idea, the promise and the prayer that is Star Trek alive through your most excellent model building. Now, I know it's not the same version -- but -- I've seen the NCC-1701 in person at the old ILM (San Rafael) during STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN filming days and your models are right up there's ... so ... in a word, 'Bitchin'-!' D.A.

[@GMANIM]

Handsome!

[@balatas07]

How big is a 1:360 scale star trek enterprise model? How much it cost?

[@chienforcer]

wow

[@ebay242628]

How much do you charge to build this one?

[@joshuaharper4439]

Do you guys still build these if so how much does it cost

[@RocketJockey1300]

Was wondering, do u also offer the Enterprise TMP Refit version?

[@TrekWorks]

For now, I am only offering the TOS Enterprise.

[@RocketJockey1300]

Well, u do awesome work man. How much u getting for it?

[@lyselam]

where can I get one

[@greig15]

You still making them

[@MDYori]

How much is this model?

[@Anon.y.mous1503]

How can I buy one of these models?

[@countrywoods9000]

Awsome build boyd I bet you can build it in your sleep lmao

[@TrekWorks]

hah, probably so.

[@undertaker4518]

how do get one of these built for me could you do it?