STUDIO SCALE GALACTICA BUILD - AUSTRALIA: PART TWO

For Richard Hatch....
NOTE: NBC Universal Television Group granted gratis use license for the Theme from Battlestar Galactica: Saga of a Star World", Composed and Conducted by Stu Phillips and Performed by the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra.
Term: 20 Years from September 20, 2011 through September 20, 2021
Territory: Worldwide
This is a non profit hobby video. No copyright infringement intended, video for entertainment only for and showcasing my 18 year project!
Well, it has been six or seven years since part one of the project and yes, it is still underway! I've had a few distractions like buying a house, getting married and becoming a father, but the project is nearly done. The Galactica has been at least 80% rebuilt and detailed to a much higher standard and I'm very happy with the results. Sit back, relax and I hope that you'll enjoy seven years of work (on and off) condensed into 15 minutes!
Mike, Australia

[@stamps45]

Dude , you did it ....you lived your dream ....thanks for sharing with us !

[@LastBattlestar]

Indeed, she's my holy grail! Thanks!

[@voyager202000]

Man, John Dykstra himself should be proud of this beautiful model! He did the original Galactica, and this labor of love shows that you remade this with as much painstaking detail as the original! Love it! Insure this baby, because this is a masterpiece!

[@LastBattlestar]

Wow, thanks for all the kind and funny comments, guys. Very flattering, but the joy for me is to be able to share the progress and memories of the old show. Not much progress to report due to family life priorities, but she's in primer, waiting on a few more detail greeblies and I'm looking at paint options (it will need a LOT of paint) before the window lighting can begin. Thanks again and I'm glad you've enjoyed the video. Mike

[@johnwatson3948]

A while back I noticed the Galactica filming model in an unlabeled display case in an alley at Universal Florida - like they didn’t really care about it. It was only something like 3 feet long and while it looked great on TV you could see it had been built low-budget with some creative kit-bashing - the tubes that form the engine section are stage halves from the Saturn V kit.

[@JLOFlix]

Now, THIS is BATTLESTAR GALACTICA!!

[@nordic2112]

The insides of the hangars blew me away.

[@LastBattlestar]

Thankyou! The original model had a little painting simulating the interior hangars, I wanted to build real ones!

[@celticfrost3250]

I loved to see the old Galactica . Lorne Greene R.I.P

[@aarontaylor2906]

Many times I came back to see this work of art painstaking detail to some of the most creative works of science fiction space ship designs! Hundreds of Years amiss my death generations to come will build real ships like this in reality based on these designs so your hard work will come to reality if the human race survives! Keep up the amazing work you do it will be very important to the future to come! 😃👍🏿

[@LastBattlestar]

Thankyou for your kind comments, I'm happy to share the project with fans!

[@Cliff132NJ]

AMAZING!! What incredible skill and talent! 18 years to build? That's a labor of love!! YOU RULE!!!

[@LungTienQuian]

She's such a beauty. I love the old Galactica.

[@WalterDWormack214]

Not *'Old'!* She's Never *'Old'!* The 1978 *Battlestar Galactica,* was an... *"Original Immortal CLASSIC"!*

[@DJ_Force]

"Old" Galactica? There is only ONE Galactica.

[@berrylewislitseyakalewston3168]

May the Force be with you . . . always.

[@jordantravelyan5323]

I I really loved the Galactica from the 1978 series, however as a builder of studio models over the years, I have always wanted to build a replica of this ship but at a larger scale, say 20 feet in length. The Galactica was supposed to be 2000 feet in length and in many of the shots of the ship, there were many blank areas. This was likely due to budget constraints and the way that models were constructed at the time. Today, CGI would be used but there is something about the artistry of a solid, 3D big miniature. When filming these beauties, often there are unintended shadows from tiny outcroppings on the model that a digital engineer could not plan for. These unintended events really make a miniature pop. One of my favorite shots of Galactica is when she arcs away from the camera at flank speed. She really looks like a massive ship in this shot. The re-builf model in this video was great too.

[@LastBattlestar]

I agree 100%! Now a 20 footer would be amazing. It would be about 9-10 feet wide BTW.

[@geraldthompson4633]

God bless you...simply wonderful

[@lazyj4732]

I say a round of applause for the builders wife, is over due...

[@ariochiv]

It's easy to forget that most of the classic scifi studio models were just styrene card and kitbashed greebles... so if you've got a good eye (and a ton of patience) you can build some amazing things. Like this.

[@starwolf3834]

Almost 20 years in the making. May hat's off and all the respect in the world to you for all your dedication to this project. I loved the original BSG.

[@moehoward01]

You have a very tolerant wife. Beautiful work.

[@LastBattlestar]

She's artistic also, so she gets it....🤣

[@Tanymsun]

She sure is beautiful! Now that is truly the Battlestar Galactica!

[@ablemagawitch]

If you watch the first video , you'll notice it is a Battlestar but not the "Galactica"...... Small detail but still all important, especially if you've seen the props and logo designs for the other intended Battlestars for the original series. So much story was and future cannon was was already getting fleshed out to only be ruined by executives that didn't see the legacy they could have made and now look back at the legacy they created but failed to cash in on....

[@Spidouz]

That’s a fraking beauty!

[@harveyprince3628]

I spent My ENTIRE LIFE , ALL WAS ABOUT BATTLESTAR GALACTICA . when I was A young boy...before going to school I would draw scnerios of Galactica....letting my imagination fly into another world called Galactica....getting home from school I would put in the BETAMAX and play Battletar Galactica... I did this for years, drove my sisters crazy....

[@wintheking7884]

it's not the galactica it's a artemis class battlestar (watch photos on google you'll see)

[@FatHead1979]

@@wintheking7884 Try again - If you're going to try and correct someone, try actually being correct yourself. This is a replica of the ORIGINAL (THE) Battlestar 'Galactica' from 1978 and is NOT anything to do with the 'reimagined' BSG from the 2000s.

[@decam5329]

Wow!😮 Just. Wow.😍

[@maz.mazinger]

Masterpiece.... Galactica....

[@antonybullock2240]

I remember Gerry Anderson once saying that to produce another tv show like thunderbirds would cost several millions of pounds just for the miniature effects. Looking at all the kit parts used just to use a few parts of a sprue, I'm guessing it cost a small fortune as especially now model kits more than doubled in price after the global collapse of the banks as it effected businesses . Absolutely awesome work. If it wasn't for the cost I'd have a crack at Galactica

[@LastBattlestar]

They're not a cheap thing to build, no! Mine was built from basic materials though, there is a kit available for 14k....I did use a lot of resin castings for the detail parts which is much cheaper but several dozen model kits were purchased as well. It's been a 20 year build so the cost was hardly noticeable.

[@chrismlost99]

This is a real labour of love for such an iconic space craft, a truly gorgeous build and huge thanks for sharing this with us. You sir are a real craftsman and artist, looking forward to seeing her complete. Loved that you dedicated this video to the late Richard Hatch, a great man and passionate Battlestar fan and actor.

[@chuckymcnubbin1518]

That's an impressive build of one of the top 5 best starships ever designed for scifi. The Battlestar Galactica is the only one I have ever wanted to own a model of. I built a scale model of the Millennium Falcon years ago but only got as far as the superstructure and interior flooring. That alone took me over 100 hours and it was only 55cm long. Each piece had to be carefully measured, cut, shaped or formed into the desired shape for fitting. I wish I'd finished it but raw materials proved to be difficult to obtain as I wasn't using off the shelf kits. I can't begin to calculate the amount of time you've dedicated to this Grand Lady of the Colonial Fleet. I tip my hat to you. 👍 😉.

[@eugenerea2148]

Always liked the original Galactica more so than the reimagined version.

[@jamessommer6077]

Absolutely mind blowing ,18 Years in the making.....WOW!!!

[@logandarklighter]

SPECTACULAR Build! Even without the paint, she's a beauty! A real masterpiece!

[@johnw5584]

That was a good dry run, now build it 1/1 scale.

[@leonkernan]

So say we all

[@johnw5584]

The boards is green...start the clock....spool up the FTL drive....

[@Quetzalcoatl_Feathered_Serpent]

Perhaps he should wait till the current idiot is out of office. No need for him to have a Battle Star to take credit of. :P

[@BlokeOnAMotorbike]

@@Quetzalcoatl_Feathered_Serpent jesus fucking christ, can we just enjoy a fucking build video without fucking politics??

[@leahparsuidualc666]

@@johnw5584 English .. pleazzze

[@wisconsinbound2123]

agreed speechless. Richard Hatch would be impressed as we all are. It was a great show that never got its legs

[@LastBattlestar]

Richard did post a photo of it on his Facebook page before he passed, so the honour was truly mine.😌

[@GatchamanG4]

I’m just speechless! Awesome 👏

[@wkanost]

The giant space cat was scary.

[@adhcms]

Absolutely fantastic! I remember watching the premiere of the show and it was interrupted by the president speaking. They never properly allowed the series to get off the ground and then after a few episodes they started moving the time slot. Was still one of the best sci-fi showers ever produced.

[@markemry7605]

Wow! Just wow!

[@scottburns5376]

One of the best series theme songs of all time

[@MGSBigBoss77]

Always one of sci-fi's most iconic ships! Well done and thumbs up! R.I.P. Richard Hatch!

[@calinranisav2173]

Ninja

[@wintheking7884]

it's not the galactica it's a artemis class battlestar (watch photos on google you'll see)

[@arielfetters5662]

@@wintheking7884 No, it's the original Galactica from the original 70's and 80's series. Back then all Battlestars were the same and there were no 'classes'.

[@wintheking7884]

@@arielfetters5662 oh... i didn't know there was a serie in 1970-80

[@berrylewislitseyakalewston3168]

Damn when did he pass? He was awesome, and loved Dirk as Starbuck!

[@LarsEllerhorst]

Truly amazing, a real beauty.

[@bradmicheallyerla3134]

Blown away to the detail. Amazing job

[@Curien247]

Definitely a conversation starter, really brings the room together. must be a pain to dust though.

[@LastBattlestar]

The conversation usually starts with where the hell are you going to put it!🤣

[@peterscottmorgan1]

That (almost) finished product is unbelievable. Takes me right back. Loved the original BSG

[@iPilott]

Great job! The original Galactica looks like a flying "oil refinery" Looks like they said.."hey! we need more stuff to make this ship fly, but no space left! I know!..just weld it to the outer hull!" Cheers!

[@glennjones5349]

Work of art. Beautiful

[@user-xc8bi7cb4y]

WOW THAT IS BETTER THEN MY REVEL KIT AMAZING SKILL and CUTE KITTY

[@Tecnotrucker80]

Part of my Childhood!

[@mr.t3p370]

The joy and love that you have in your creation shows through your masterpiece Earth brother 🙂

[@VindicatorJones]

That is one stunning, beautiful build. I'm truly speechless

[@fezzoggg5]

Incredible amount of work here. Impressive!

[@Rustbukkit69]

I'm gobsmacked. 😮

[@Mantikal]

It will always look way more realistic than CGI - great job. Now all you need is the motion controlled computer driven camera setup that Lucasfilm created back in the day.

[@GEH1956]

True labor of Love, very nice job!

[@scottmcfall4561]

That blows my mind! You've done a legendary job, bro!

[@zeta0ne270]

Thanks for sharing your passion with us. Keep up the good work.

[@nilsnyman6767]

This was in my history videos, I don't recall seeing it. AND ITS SOMETHING I WOULDN'T FORGET!!! As one of BSG's biggest fans this left me speechless man.

[@cankhovich1796]

M.E.

[@LastBattlestar]

Hah hah, thanks mate! You could call me a fan also....I am as fascinated with the old girl now as I was as a little kid in 1978. She's my spiritual starship home I guess.😀

[@paulpisters668]

Some people do things I can't believe. This is one of those things!!

[@snafu673]

A true labor of love and craftsmanship!

[@brianmontgomery1619]

Takes a lot of passion to rebuild a model like that.

[@LastBattlestar]

Thanks! It was definitely a case of 'why not?' 😀

[@RichardEKranz]

Unbelivable! As a Galactica fan(78 only), thanks for making this.

[@prowannab]

Absolutely amazing!

[@x-wingflyboy8177]

Im simply stunned

[@danbreland3444]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@darrenburnside6274]

Majestic old warhorse.

[@jamieanderson6786]

wow amazing work. I was such a huge galactic fan as a teen. I ordered a Viper pilot jacket from an advertisement in comic book, it didn't turn up for nearly a year & by the time it did I had grown too much to wear it. I was gutted.

[@packersamurai]

Beautiful Minerva Class Battlestar!

[@KEEPINGitREAL213]

Words cannot describe how incredible this is. I'm speechless!

[@KEEPINGitREAL213]

Faravahar.. lets see what you're working on! Now turn your computer off, and get to bed before your mommy spanks you! Fkn Troll!

[@ericgirard1220]

Wonderful, the true version of Galactica

[@Romin.777]

Commander Adama would aprove of this. :)) figurines 1/700 scale.. Now my life is complete. Amazing build! Wow.

[@nigelcarren]

From a fellow maker... BRAVO to you. (slowly Stands, and with tears of admiration at the sheer extent of the toil required, removes top-hat and bows). 🏆🚀 Best wishes from me and all the mice in the workshop.

[@sagnhill]

You have talent. Outstanding build. Wow!

[@carstenkoloc5226]

Absolutely great work. It brings me back to the seventies. WOW...

[@jimliu2560]

That “It’s Love, Love , love” theme is majestic. Good enough to be an national anthem!

[@jwenneberg]

Oh wow... just wow!!!

[@PD-yd3fr]

One of the best looking ships in sci fi

[@thorshammer8033]

A magnificent insane project . Love it

[@changobango9001]

I'm really late to the party, but I salute you! Absolutely beautiful! Makes my heart warm up knowing there are fellow fans like you out there! 🙏🏽👍🏽✌🏽

[@yhird]

Phenomenal! The original Battlestar Galactica looks infinitely better than the "new" Battlestar. Amazing job and thanks for sharing.

[@A-Milkdromeda-Laniakea-Hominid]

It's one of my favorite designs (both versions). Except, I never understood where the fuel would be for such a GINORMOUS drive section lol! I never read the Galactica technical manual but even the Enterprise has a huge deuterium tank for it's relatively tiny drive section.

[@josetorrecilha2989]

Meu nome luis sou muito fa de galatica deveria voltar as telas de tv

[@alanwright7819]

I agree. I also think the Vipers looked much better in the original series.

[@Reaper4367]

That iconic Çroc/Gator head.. Truly marvelous effort cobber. Thank you for sharing.

[@13th.zordoz7]

That thing is really cool thank you for sharing

[@chrisboyne5791]

What a true labour of love, kudos

[@LastBattlestar]

Thankyou!

[@dirkstarbuck6126]

WOW! What an incredible labor of love! Good for you. It’s an absolutely beautiful piece of art!

[@LastBattlestar]

Thanks Lieutenant!

[@creeper58272]

So beautiful

[@mish6939]

Incredible Work. I love the Old Model so much better then the Reboot one. Thanks for Sharing with us.

[@standepain]

How did it take 2 1/2 years for this to pop on my recommendation page??? You blow KZbin! Phenomenal build!!!!

[@LastBattlestar]

I have no idea, but the last few months have seen a LOT of kind comments for some reason. Thanks!!

[@JLOFlix]

BEAUTIFUL!!

[@vengefulones6435]

Wow, great job. She looks ready to fight the cylon menace.

[@earlehart2123]

what a champ, I'm in awe of you're skills..brings back the fondest memories...thanks so much..for Richard Hatch!

[@BanthaPooDoo64]

Fantastic! work well done ,my favorite Battlestar ship design .a million thanks for sharing your video

[@xenomorphphantom8991]

That's a true work of love! Awesome!

[@willywinket]

Man I loved that show. Epic build video!

[@LastBattlestar]

Thanks, I'm glad that you enjoyed it!

[@lovemussb1940]

Stunning detail ,can’t wait for paint and weathering

[@LastBattlestar]

Thanks! There is a video on my channel showing it in grey primer, so it sort of looks complete.😆

[@mikesilanskis1]

wow...amazing..... a one of a kind work of art. brings back memories.

[@todd2048]

I love the look of the old series battle stars better then the Sci Fi series the angles just look mean!

[@user-td9pk7bz6k]

CGじゃない特撮もリアルで迫力がありました。宇宙船の模型👍

[@julianmizzi1295]

Insure it ! Great Job !!!! Looks fantastic.

[@brienwhite4936]

Wow amazing job. Lots of skill and talent. That is a work of art. Thank you.

[@LastBattlestar]

And thank you for the kind comments!

[@EvilJ069]

Gotta love that Galactica music...

[@TheOneWhoMightBe]

This is absolutely nuts and i love it!

[@lovemussb1940]

Brilliant work looks the part

[@donaldroybal275]

Great video, loved the show. RIP Richard Hatch aka Apollo

[@DavidOlver]

Thank you for making it

[@xanatos3633]

BRAVO SIR !! , and thank you for sharing your fine work .

[@mikecrabtree8200]

She was beautiful the first time.