1/200 scale Missouri by Trumpeter Build Video 1

[@MrRugbylane]

Looking forward to Video 2 in 2029

[@oddballsok]

video 2 ? arrives in 2020....250 manhours later ...outside his leisure time of course..

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Should have put your money on video 3 ; )

[@naturalobserver6130]

We're all looking forward to this build, it looks like it's going to be a great model !

[@tonyguerra1273]

This has probably already been pointed out, but the "dents" on the side of the hull are known in the Navy as "dishing," which typically occurs when some junior officer "bumps" the ship into a pier or a bollard or something (or harbor tugs and other light watercraft "kiss" the hull). Of course, once the JO dings the ship he'll receive a chewing out from the executive officer and the more senior ship drivers, but don't ask me how I know that. ;-) Also, I was stationed in Hawaii, in 1998, when the Mighty Mo was towed across from the mothball fleet and tied up at its final berth over on Pearl Harbor's Ford Island. I and many others -- from all the military service branches, not just the Navy and Marine Corps (battleships once had a sizable Marine contingent on board) -- not to mention plenty of Americans from all walks of civilian life -- helped restore it to its former glory. The Iowa-class BBs were the height of U.S. non-aviation-related naval military technology for decades and through several refits as some of them were taken out of mothballs and then put back into active service. They're brutal war machines and not at all hesitant to display their mailed fists, and I say that admiringly.

[@slackjaw703]

This is gonna be one heck of an epic adventure following along with you on this monster. Can’t wait!

[@usssaratogacv3lefevre978]

With your skills this will be a work of art. Your attention to detail will bring it to life. Looking forward to following this one. Oh ya. it's huge.

[@ThePaulv12]

It's going to be difficult getting this inside a bottle I'm thinking.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

LOL! (My mind immediately goes to where can I find a big bottle....hmmmm)

[@Weesel71]

A "typhoon fifth" is a good place to start.

[@amuxpatch2798]

Empty large fish tank,LOL

[@brianfoster7064]

@@TheMidwestModelShop might try building one from acrylic.

[@B.A.S.Drydock]

Let's see 20 episodes for the Arizona....50 for the Mo. Lol! Ol Solomon from Life After Work will love this build!! Love the Pontos set!! Well you know I wont miss an episode! Cant wait!!👍👍

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

LOL! Yeah maybe 50. I don't know. I never planned out the AZ build ending up at 20. It just did! I could do this series in just 20.... they would just be far and few between each one. The Pontos is what will slow me down. But I really cant wait. I'm excited about all the little details and hope that I can make this ship come to life!

[@ИгорьВладимировичМ-ов]

This is a very serious model in scale! Excellent detailing and quality for your money! congratulations to everyone who purchased this large-scale copy!

[@j.b8926]

My cousin served on the USS Missouri BB-63 from 1989-1992, this would definitely be something he would love to have to display, awesome work!

[@props-model-shop]

Videoing this monster is a challenge. But I'm looking forward to your approach to this ship. Maybe; I'll pick up a tip or two... Good luck!

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Yeah man..... I'm thinking about getting some kind of rail system that will allow me to "roll" the camera along next to the ship. Right now I have to stand about 5 feet away from the model to get it to fit in the frame. And at that distance you can't see anything other than it is huge. But, I think its gonna have a lot of cool "areas" loaded with detail that I'll focus on from one episode to another.

[@ronstar7027]

I build wood ship models, primarily. I will watch you put together this plastic kit. When I was a kid, they were mostly plastic, with some wooden planes thown in. I am 70, and still like doing it.

[@ishyab011]

What an amazing model. Makes my mouth water to try this build. The details, the photo etched pieces, and the additional details all make me really can’t wait to see your build on this. Only other thing I’d ask is could you, if it’s allowed, to talk Cost on things??? I’m really curious what will go in to building these beautiful works of art. So if at all possible if YPU make mention of that in the stages of your build. I’d appreciate it for knowing what to possibly budget in getting the job done. Thanks much for your videos and always looking for the next one. Regards snd be well! SammyC.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Hey Sammy. Cost varies depending on what parts you choose to use for your build. Most people have around $1200 into their kit. But you could easily get up to $2000. If you just build it out of the box, you’re looking at $500 for the cost of the kit. Which OTB builds into a very nice model.

[@ishyab011]

@@TheMidwestModelShop wow. But yeah. That’s kinda what I thought the range would be. Unfortunately just about everything we do these days the cost is ever more expensive. And to see these models and add ons YPU showcase, which to me seem nearly museum quality to a degree, yeah the costs are high. However tho that’s why it’s all such a hobby of passion. 😊 and I love all of it. Thanks for the notes. Much appreciated. And I will be looking for the next videos YPU folks can do. Thanks! Sammy

[@riff2072]

Congratulations on the new house and the kit with extra's...Wow!

[@darlahays2471]

Great job. My Dad served on The Missouri aka The Big Mo. I have a small silver copy of the ship that Dad was given at the time of his discharge.

[@icedragon642]

I'm looking forward to your build videos on this one!!! I just got done with the Tamiya 1/350 scale USS Missouri circa 1991 (I served on board her then). I want to do this one in her WWII configuration. It makes me proud to have served on board her and want to do this one right. I'll actually build mine as you do yours and follow your lead!!! Your USS Arizona build was absolutely fantastic!! WELL DONE!!! I'm especially looking forward to how you do the hull plates, I've never done that before!!!

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Thanks for your service and I am jealous you were able to serve on her. Jets I worked on in the USAFR are in museums now, but it's not the same thing. I didn't get to fly them so my connection isn't the same as I imagine your's is. I'll do my best to point you in the right direction with the build and point out all of the "problem areas" if there are any. Just like I did on my AZ build. Thanks man.

[@icedragon642]

@@TheMidwestModelShop Thank you for your service. I really appreciate your reply, I want to do this one right, I did even drill out the 5" guns on my 1/350 scale which was no easy matter that's for sure, but I have neuropathy and it has progressed into my hands so it might be an issue with some of the finer detail or just slow me down a bit. I'm so looking forward to your videos on your progress. You do have a connection to the aircraft you worked, if you go to a museum that has one you'll se what I mean. Take Care and have fun. BTW those photo etched parts were the hardest part to do to me lol!!!

[@danmacneil1895]

As a kid i always threw it together way to fast! No prepainting parts on the parts tree etc these guys do the right way!

[@bigcharliesmodelgarage296]

Wow that's a huge ambitious project. Have fun

[@JackFlemingFan1]

What an amazing scale your USS Missouri model kit is! Thanks for posting your excellent video!

[@DarthSchlemminator]

I wanna get the Bismarck in the same scale

[@long_chin_man]

>looking up this drone i saw on an ad that was a scam >look up the drone site >randomly stumble on this completely unrelated video >its literally just a guy building a scale model of an old battleship >hes very happy >his happiness makes me happy >enjoy the rest of my day

[@v8cool231]

Am I the only one who has a large stash of un-built models because I'll miss the glory and magic of opening the box after it's been built ? I think theres something special about opening a model box of nicely packed parts.

[@hertzair1186]

v8cool 2 : thats me...

[@computerboy2k]

Me too...

[@micheltangy2725]

Have two vintage Airfix boxes of a DH Mosquito and Devon. Unable to build them for the same reason. The boxes are more magic than the models itself. Cannot believe I say this, bu that's how it is.

[@flybobbie1449]

I'll come back in 5 years when it's finished.

[@charliebowman785]

LOL

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

It will most definitely be finished by then 😉

[@stewartchamberlain7491]

Looking forward to this, you know it's a big kit when you have to move home just to fit it in. Lol, best of luck

[@ph11p3540]

I used to simulate tin canning on the haul just by painting panels with masking and airbrush. 1/200 scale is large enough to make it truly 3D into the plastic which I never have seen personally. If I had that model you profiled I would end up spending 3 years on it.

[@markb1638]

I have the 1/200 bismarck with the pontos set what blew me away about the pontos set is the main guns are rifled!! - most impressed with your work

[@allanpeters]

I have the same kit and detail set in the stash so I am really looking forward to this one. It'll be a couple of years before I get to mine as I need to work my way up. Curious to see how you handle the stressed skin and welded seams. Also congrats on the new home!

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Thanks! I have some ideas and a rough plan in my head already. It will definitely be covered in the next video.

[@filip8985]

i bought a 1/200 bismarck very early in my modeling career (mainly because it was big and only $200 aud), and it ended up being a pretty big mistake (for my situation at least). its very large, so it allows for LOTS of detail, but you have to pay extra for those details which i couldnt really afford, and i didnt really have a place to display it. its now been living under my bed for years tldr: make sure you have lots of $ and space before considering a kit of this size

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

This is VERY true. I previously built the Arizona because I knew it would fit in my house. But that was it. I couldn’t build another one. Then we moved and the new place had the space for lots of ships of this size. I actually waited until we closed on the sale of the house before ordering this kit.

[@Noah-cs6lv]

I got a 1/200 Bismarck too... Mine fell of its shelf 🥲 I now have to buy another 🥲

[@MarkSmith-qo7zd]

Glad I’ve found this video 2 1/2 years after it came out as I’ve found a new series of vids to watch following your progress back to back to the final piece 😃! I know you’re already completed but I’m excited to see this mate!

[@milesmouse72]

I"ve got one and I'm going to set it up for remote control...got a few methods for setting up the drive system. got about 20 pounds of working room for batteries and engines...as well as rudder and other controls..might even power the turrets...

[@kevinm3751]

This is so cool! Hey, maybe we can do this build together because I have been planning now since the beginning of the year to do this exact model. Planning on starting my purchase in the next few months and starting around fall for the build. Difference for me is I am planking my deck with real teak. Not sure yet how that will go since it is not paper thin and I may have to see what I can do to plane it, or figure out a way to either countersink the plastic deck to accommodate it, or just build the structure of the deck from scratch? But I definitely want to use the real teak wood and lay the deck that way. With my many years building wood ships that wont be a big challenge for me, but yea going to love watching your build for sure!

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Kevin Morrison well I'm down for helping each other out! I haven't done much research on this build. I just have an idea of how I want it to turn out. As far as the teak goes, have you looked into getting a piece of teak laminate? You would have to cut planks out of it, or scribe lines in it....but that was the first thing that came to mind. Feel free to send me an email any time. I like bouncing ideas off of people.

[@kevinm3751]

@@TheMidwestModelShop Sounds good, like you I want to build it the way it was the day of the signing. Even want to put the dent that was in the side of the deck rail. As for using teak laminate, I already have the deck boards and thinking about getting the kit with the deck like you have and using that as a template to layout the boards. Still might look into this laminate idea and see if it might be the better way, since what I have is kind of thick and would have to be planed down since currently I think it might be to thick.

[@esuwarriormodelshop6369]

Damn that is cool. Looks like you have a lot of work ahead of you on this build. Have fun with it.

[@dladowski]

I have built the 1/200 Arizona, Yamato, and Bismarck. I have the Missouri, but haven't started it yet. These are wonderful kits which require time and patience. Museum quality. Enjoy!

[@gulfmedic1]

how much are these kits

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Awesome! Any thoughts on the Hood?

[@jamesmaroon6161]

Now this, for me is, really exciting. I am subscribing to your channel to watch this build, and others. I was in the Marine Corps and have been on many ships. And the Missouri was in Washington State for a long period of time. I really loved that ship. Going to be exciting to watch the build.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

James Maroon I hope you enjoy the build!

[@Kojak0]

That's insane - first of all the scale - hell, the turrets could pass for 1/35 scale tank turrets, but also the stupid amount of details - and on top of that, you decide to top it off with even more aftermarket parts! It's mind-boggling and I admire your geist in getting this done. Me, I'm keeping to my 1/35 scale tanks and stuff. But I will follow this build with interest.

[@Lets_Go_Brandon2024]

Got to go aboard her where she is stationed at in Pearl Harbor watching over the Arizona memorial. Had an awesome tour guide who was impressed with my knowledge of the ship and the war and he actually gave me an original team wood bolt hole cover from the ships original decking.

[@billybobbarklow8289]

Maybe mounting recording device on the ceiling would be beneficial for such a large scale project. Just a thought.

[@kevint6989]

After seeing how much this cost and the detail kit I'll enjoy watching you build it

[@alexanderdalgety2870]

Greetings from New Zealand looking forward to watching this build good luck.🇳🇿

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Yes!!! Thank you! New Zealand is high on my list of places to visit someday!!!

[@MrShotmagnet]

Looking forward to seeing this one get built. That is a lot of detail in the detail set. I can only imagine what it must have cost.

[@kerrynetusil2485]

Cost of model around 300 cost of detail set around 380

[@styrenereplicas53]

WOW!! I can't wait to follow along on this build. Dave

[@ahmedaak1867]

Here after it was finished. Where it all began :)

[@aleccap5946]

That's wow look at the sheer size of that. Perfect for RC

[@paulhymans2354]

Wow. That look like a lifetime’s work to build that.

[@jonahroney3467]

The Hull looks intimidating enough when it come to painting the damn thing. I'm starting with the missouri (1/535) from Revell. Wanted to see the difference and im glad im not starting with that as a beginner.

[@philip167]

that's another kit I'll be looking into but the brass and photo etch look a bit tricky I've never made a kit this size yet. it could be this one or the titanic

[@peterkensey6728]

I have the Missouri and the Arizona kits and the Pontos sets for both. I just found your site and I can't wait to watch the builds. Good luck with it.

[@jublywubly]

That kit looks amazing! I've been eyeing off a similar giant-scale (as I call them) kit, at my local hobby store. I've built a mountain of model kits, but I've never built anything so huge and so detailed. The kits cost a few hundred dollars, here in Australia. When I eventually get around to buying a 1:200 scale kit, it will either be a ship, like that one, or there's also a submarine kit that has a cut-away side, showing interior detail. Both are around AU$500, just for the kit.

[@chrispiazza7487]

BOY! Talk about a daunting project! Good luck to you sir.

[@briantutterrow4681]

Nice kit. Just to confirm. On US naval ships they go by Ladders. No stairs.

[@archangel4744]

Nice model,and the movie was great,if I were to even attempt a kit like this,I would stick to the basics,don't about the detailing,but some would be required,to build a model like this means, a commitment to excellence,and patience,the best part is when it's finished

[@graycloud057]

Do you have a small yellow brick to holy stone that Teak wood deck? Make sure you clean those water ways out good, and don’t be skating down in the berthing.

[@dingo5827]

I will be watching your build with interest Ben 👍

[@hudsonball4702]

I wish there was a 1/200th scale USS North Carolina. there are so few model kits of my favorite battleship.

[@scalemodeling]

Your model builds and your videos are impressive. Keep up the good work!!

[@Tabula__Rasa]

Wau what a model. I build the Tamiya Yamato 1/350. From another brand added the tower in 1/200 to display. Was terrified how big 1/200 really is.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

I spend a lot of time looking at the assembled hull (I've been working on it) and it is absolutely ridiculous how big it is. Get out a tape measure and lay out something that's 53 1/4 inches long and 8 inches wide. You'll see exactly what I mean. Someday, if I ever decide to move out of this house..... the ship will probably be included in the sale ; )

[@mrnibiru5925]

You might want to consider getting the veterans resin 40mm bofors. They are much better than the plastic ones in the kit.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

You're the second person to say that. I guess I was thinking that the kit AA mounts didnt look to bad for me and most of it is replaced with the Pontos. But maybe I should. I'd like to see some pictures of the resin ones before I commit to buying them.

[@mrnibiru5925]

The Midwest Model Shop they are in the Pontos advanced set for the Missouri and can be ordered separate. The Pontos advanced set also include the mk52 directors for the bofors, additional blast bags for elevated gun positions, additional fire hose parts, resin search lights wth glass lenses. I have that and the regular set. I can send you photos of the finished product for the guns if you want to see what they look like. You can email me at [e-mail]. I can also send pictures of the parts and the instructions

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

@@mrnibiru5925 thank you. I'll keep that in mind. Right now, I feel like the additional cost may be a little much for what that kit offers. But I'm going to think on it.

[@icenesiswayons9962]

Trumpeter ships plans are vague to say the least. Especially on bonus type parts or extra details so to speak. Great kits. As far as the left over parts are concerned. According to modeling shows, it's assumed the modeler would do extensive studies for detailing purposes and not just slapping together a $300 model. Some modelers put a massive amount of zeal into their builds where others just model to pass time. Thanks for giving us a chance at viewing to details of this great kit.:-)

[@vicvasolino]

Looking forward to watching your build. (I have this kit in my stash)

[@HeliZero]

I am super stoked about the kit and looking forward to see all your build videos. SUBSCRIBED!

[@syorukel]

I think that you will need more lighting sources for better quality video. Quite dark there to see details.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

You are right! Fortunately, they are showing up Monday!!! Crisis averted!

[@travisshrewsbury7169]

Love to get my hands on that kit. One day maybe

[@goofamatic]

Definitely on my to do list as well. Although I'll also be throwing in the Veteran Model 40mm BOFORs. They look pretty awesome.

[@johnrettig1880]

61 and still building models . I miss the old instructions were you had to read the instructions for each step . Now a days there is to much information that's left out and a larger chance of screwing up , especially when working with the photoech parts . I'm working on several ships in 1:350 scale but more so the trumpeter USS Arizona . This caught me off guard when I had to remove a lot of structure . In conclusion your kit can be R / C ed with a little more work .

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

John Rettig I don’t know if this will help or not, but I use a highlighter and mark the part numbers in the instructions book after I’ve installed them. That way I know that part is done and it easily lets me see things I still need to do. Glad you are still building and I hope to be as well when I am your age!

[@johnrettig1880]

The Midwest Model Shop Hi yes I do the same with a pencil check mark especially when I'm working on a large group of models In fact I'm working on 14 - 1:350 scale ships ( and no I'm not making that up ) USN USS Arizona USS San Francisco USS North Carolina USS Hornet USS Missouri USN DD 446 Fletcher USN DD 484 Buchanan USN DD 710 Gearing USN DE 51 Buckley IJN Yamato Mutsu Mogami I 19 sub I 400 sub HMS Hood King George the V Prince of Wales DKM Bismarck Graf spee Prince Eugen Triptitz USN ( modern ) CVN 65 USS Enterprise What I do is collect the kits that use the same color . In this case it's Hull Red and then rotate the kits . The running joke around the house is when I'm working on a model ( s ) is that my PMS is kicking in gear . P .... Professional M.... Modeler S.... Syndrome

[@jaroslavpeterka5988]

Hey John. I took 3 years off, doing other things, but prior to that did a whole bunch of complicated kits, with about 700 parts and PE. German locomotives, 1/35 scale by Trumpeter. But I am starting again, with trips to buy paints, brushes, cement, sandpaper. But it's for cars and motorcycles this time. Glad to hear that you are still at it!

[@kennethfalzon4450]

Hi Ben, is there a chance to include a review of the kit's assembly instructions booklet?

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

What do you mean? Like go through the book and evaluate what I think or just show it?

[@kennethfalzon4450]

@@TheMidwestModelShop yes go through the book, l think a 10 minute talk would be more than enough

[@jefferyroberts9093]

I am so very excited to see this build. I really enjoyed your build of the Arizona!

[@garysprandel1817]

Got the Tamiya kit as a first anniversary gift for my late wife 20 years ago. Belonged to a modeling group and found it at a swap meet the group was at. Not being a ship guy a few guys asked why and after I explained it was an anniversary gift a few of the older guys started to speak up to save the newlywed guy from committing a horrible marital faux paux and ending up with a couple nights on the couch. Seeing what was coming I spoke up and said no guys she asked me for this kit if I ever found it. Those older fellows faces went from "we have to save this poor fellow" to "you bastard how did you find THE ONE".

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Gary Sprandel holy cow that’s an awesome story!!! I am very blessed as well. My wife is very supportive of this hobby.

[@garysprandel1817]

@@TheMidwestModelShop sounds like we both married waaaay out of our class. 😁. Our biggest bone of contention was shelf space and work bench sharing.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

@@garysprandel1817 No joke, in our new house, I immediately had to build her a large bench to put up next to mine. That for her to paint bird houses and work on her doll house. There is a SEPARATE ROOM exclusively for scrap books. I don't do any of those things. My bench is at least the same size as hers, fortunately. Yeah, I love it! But in fairness, I have a separate workshop thats all mine so... I guess its all fair! LOL! Good woman are a blessing for sure. I'm glad I finally found one.

[@thomaslloyd8306]

Good luck... Can't wait to see your follow up videos.

[@christopheradams1929]

Hi Ben, I'm currently building the 1/200 Hornet and the Missouri is on deck. I have the Pontos detail set and have been studying it constantly. my question is about the frame loaders ( 131 AND 132 ) for the 20mm gun tubs. The direction do not show where they go. Can I reach out to you when I start the build for tips as needed? Thanks

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Yeah shoot me an email or message on FB!

[@christopheradams1929]

@@TheMidwestModelShop thanks Ben I'm not on Facebook can I get your email?

[@andresu83]

Very nice kit. That woodes deck is really amazing.

[@keithfletcher6103]

About the deck color all non-aircraft carriers in the United States Navy after Early 1942 had Deck blue deck unless specified by it's Navy quartermaster corps and bureau of ships camouflage scheme.

[@Snow_owl1966]

good luck to you. and hope things will work out, I love ships too

[@philip167]

Hi ben am making the trumpeter 1:200 scale Yamato but can you tell me what is the mounting stands I need to mount it on a piece of wood. and this kit is huge

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

I don’t know much about the Yamato kit. You can use what ever you want for the mounting stands. I used 1 inch doll rods to make mine.

[@DieTabbi]

Great video. Where can I buy such model kit?

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

MegaHobby.com

[@eligebrown8998]

I have a Missouri but it only half as big as this. I think I might need to buy this next

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

It’s a great kit. And builds into a great model right out of the box.

[@リパリパ大魔神]

I wonder what kind of big thing it will be on a 1/200 scale of Yamato

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

The Yamato should be a little longer.

[@リパリパ大魔神]

Was Missouri about 3 meters longer?

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

@@リパリパ大魔神 You're probably right. I was thinking about the beam.... The Yamato is definitely wider. And I bet that layout is more pleasing to the eye. The Mo does seem just a bit narrow for its length. Which was on purpose, to help make it go faster.

[@georgebowen2161]

@@TheMidwestModelShop And to fit through the Panama Canal.

[@keptinkaos6384]

i would be so tempted to waterline it in a diorama in a glass coffee table

[@farklefuster6876]

Looks like you’ll be buying paint by the gallon and brushes by the dozen. Back in my modeling and traveling days I would take modeling stuff with me to work on after I left work and went to the motel.... Kinda kept me outta the bar and doing something productive. Best of luck from a new subscriber.

[@stephenhill9303]

I see pontos didn't include the Hull armor plates. Check out the ones from Eduard they are cheap and add more detail to the hull

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

You're right! I ordered that specific kit. It should show up sometime next week. Odd that Pontos didn't include it. Thanks for the tip!

[@stephenhill9303]

@@TheMidwestModelShop np

[@andersmoore]

Really cool, I’m glad KZbin recommended your channel. Can’t wait to watch the videos you’ve already uploaded about this building your other builds. Also excited for future videos on this build.

[@jamesfrost7465]

Right on. Dang that's a nice kit. Looking forward to watching you build this. How long does it take? As long as it takes. That's how I answer that question. Enjoy mate.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

It did take about that long 😉

[@Get_Splooshed]

So if I buy 200 of these I can make a full size ship?

[@jeffpeng8723]

i have more than 35 1/35 scale soldier models and I haven't assembled them to a full-size person yet.

[@Get_Splooshed]

Well what are you waiting for?

[@nicbruv]

Actually, according to math, no. 1/200 means that each dimension is 1/200, not the entire ship volume. You would need 8,000,000 of these, according to math.

[@quattobeast]

It seems like not as many parts as i would expect? does it seem like just a blown up 1:350?

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

At first it seems like it because this “is” just a bigger version of the same thing, right? Well when you get into some of the smaller parts you discover that instead of needing to glue 2 parts together, now there is detail for 5 parts.

[@quattobeast]

@@TheMidwestModelShop I see. I stick to 1:700 for space and time reasons. but man alive I sure am enjoying watching you detail this sucker up. It looks like it could go to a museum when you are done. I especially like the work you did on the anchors.

[@frankryan2505]

@@quattobeast I tried a dragon 700 which came with PE, was just too fiddly for my fat sausage fingers..

[@gotskykapitan459]

I am Korean and I think the Missouri Battleship, who surrendered Japan and helped in the Korean War, is the most grateful battleship.

[@lwslife116momblowsrussiancocks]

Japan is building new aircraft carriers, expect the new korean-pearlharbor pretty soon ))

[@mpetersen6]

And here I've got a 1/200th scale Missouri put away in the basement I haven't had the courage to start. Problem is I have to get the parts scanned first. It's a card model on A3 card stock. I think it was about 25 bucks. From GPM. Plus a 1/200th Lexington and Saratoga. The great thing about card models is if you screw something up just print another sheet. Plus they make great templates for doing scratch builds? Additionally you can re-scale easily. Lest any one start thinking, oh yeah, its paper I would suggest looking at a couple of different web sites. One is for MicroArtWork.com. The other is for Halinski Card Models. It has pictures of prototype card models in different stages of construction.

[@The-Hound]

Nice model. Id really like a Lion Class Battleship model (HMS Conqueror 1939) but no one does the model annoyingly. Plus whats the best way to stick metal decorations onto plastic models. Im using industrial grade superglue but leaves a horrible stain and really hard and shit to use, i cant use my polycement as it doesn’t work great with plastic so how would you stick metal decorations onto your plastic model. Im currently doing a 1/35 Scale RFM Sturmmorser Tiger 38CM with full interior and its quite hard to get metal to stick so whats the best way to sick it for you.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

E100 Mk 183 I use this www.amazon.com/Insta-Cure-Filling-Bob-Smith-Ind/dp/B0000DD1QQ

[@brianfoster7064]

Aircraft and small boats have propellers. Ships and subs have screws. Ladders, never stairs. "Forward" and "bow" are redundant. Stick with bow. You go forward and aft. The ship has a bow and stern. The Captain's or Admiral's Gig is what the boat is called. Forecastle is pronounced as fohk-suh l.

[@maxdwyer8761]

"Propeller" and "screw" are pretty much interchangeable, as they both are different words for pretty much the same thing. "Screw" comes from the fact that it functions like a [construction] screw to move fluid. This applies to all types of craft, for the same reason "airscrew" is a word (same as the "screws" you mention, but for use in air). But they're ALL still propellers. Aircraft have propellers, boats have propellers, submarines have propellers, ships have propellers, they're all propellers. Feel free to call it a screw, sure, but don't try to correct someone for saying propeller when you think it's screw, it's *always* propeller. Also, what's this: "Forecastle is pronounced as fohk-suh l."?

[@oldcroneysgarage9739]

Where i live there is a lot off creeks I've thought of converting it to rc and making a dock for it whould that be cool I think it will be

[@brandonb120kg]

This is a great model! I watched the most recent on the turrets, great work!

[@tonerotonero1375]

Wow, what a beast. I look forward to its construction!

[@KayZee1957]

Ain't no teak in the world that color. I'll be interested to see the stain job.

[@mullinscl]

I would love to build that, if I had the money and a place for something that big, maybe I could put it outside in a display case

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

I know what you mean. We moved into a bigger house right before I bought the kit. And that’s the ONLY reason I bought it.

[@mullinscl]

@@TheMidwestModelShop Maybe I could hang a display case outside on the shed or something, see the Missouri, Arizona, and for my girlfriend the Titanic, all in 1/200 scale

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

It’s an option!

[@mullinscl]

@@TheMidwestModelShop I don't know though, how would weather affect it being outside though? Any opinions?

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Well you would want to weather proof everything. You’re better off thinking about a clever way to display it i doors.

[@devinrussell2372]

The r/c software alone to convert this 1:200 scale model ship,will cost around $400.00.The plastic model ship;with approximately 2,500 parts,will cost around $500.00 MSRP.The deluxe photoetched detail up set;for this kit,will cost an additional $300.00. So About a year to 3 years worth of work to build the kit;and convert it to r/c,you are looking at a total cost of more than $1,200.00.

[@robertwood3663]

That is asome how much would something like that cost

[@redbug3485]

275$

[@cjdavis2684]

Nice video,. You are correct that they are called Ladders. Vertical, and inclined. The ship's boats are called whale boats, launches, and the Captains Gig. The Iowa's did not have 50 caliber gun's. She carried 20 mm AA, 40 mm twin and quad mounts, 5"/38 twin mounts, and her 16" main gun's. The parts you call cleats, are called Bitts on large ship's and the half oval fittings are called chalks. Also in 44-45 the kingfisher float planes were replaced with Seahawk float planes. I couldn't tell if the clear moldings gave you both types or not?

[@markmorris1917]

It may be a British Navy thing, but we call the ladders companionways over here. :)

[@bigd-1-channel514]

I am going to need a bigger bathtub.

[@johnrocha6212]

WOW!! With all that extra photoetch, is anything left of the original kit??!!? This is going to be a major undertaking! Good luck!

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Well....ironically, yes. The Pontos kit didn't include a few pieces of hull plating that the Eduard kit, has. Fortunately, you can purchase the Eduard kits individually. So I ordered that one the other day ; ) But yeah, seriously. You would think this kit would have been EVERYTHING!

[@AlphaMale2010]

Is there someplace within this series where you list each of the paint colors you've used? I saw where you mentioned intermediate blue and french light blue, but if there is one place where you mention all of the paint manufacturers and colors? That would really help me out. Enamel paints are becoming increasingly hard to find, so if there are alternative colors, that would be good to know too. I could do trial and error, but that seems like the hard way :-)

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

On our website: www.TheMidwestModelShop.com

[@AlphaMale2010]

@@TheMidwestModelShop This is exactly what I was looking for, thank you, and congratulations of your completed USS Missouri. If mine ends up looking 1/4 as good as yours, I'll be thrilled.

[@NegdoshaManido]

I have this model awaiting it’s turn. A bit intimidating. I would love to see a 1\200 USS North Carolina. My father-in-law served aboard her in WWII, so she has a special place in my heart. The Trumpeter 1/350 model has.....problems. I hope someone releases a more accurate version of her someday. Looking forward to your build series of the Missouri! Subbed and belled!

[@lorrinbarth1969]

Yeah, the ship's hull oil canned and no that did not occur to the armor plate. The armor plate was inside the hull.

[@coryheckler2354]

Hi Ben. I caught your Arizona build start to finish. Amazing talent. I've always enjoyed building model planes and cars. The size of these kits blows my mind...1/200 scale!!! Your builds that you and your wife tackle are very cool. Where do you store these huge builds? I'm a Navy Vet...served on the USS MIDWAY (CVA 41). Does Trumperter have Carrier kits and where can I find them. Thanks Buddy...I will be following.

[@TheMidwestModelShop]

Hey thanks Cory! I’m have room in my house for them. Trumpeter had a line of Yorktown Class carriers from WWII. Take a look at Mega Hobby. I think you’ll find them there. Thanks for your service on Midway! Those were cool carriers!