Scratch Building a Battleship
HMS Vanguard
"Finishing the Hull"
Adding the Rudder and Props
As you can see at left, the final result was fairly smooth and really brings out the shape of the hull. Note: please excuse the grey balsa sides on the hull in this picture. I took this photo long after installing the rudder and props!!
FINALLY! It was time to sheet the hull with balsa! A fresh coat of paint to cover it all and she has a pretty smooth side