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Title: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Seewolf on 23 Sep , 2010, 17:56
New on the market U-Boat Type IIB  from ICM (ICM - Nr. S.009) 1/144 Price around 15,- Euro

http://www.icm.com.ua/news/154-soon-on-sale.html (http://www.icm.com.ua/news/154-soon-on-sale.html)


cheers

Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Rokket on 25 Sep , 2010, 01:51
Thanks for the news, not a bad size.
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Ostach on 09 Oct , 2010, 14:32
I'm building it right now. Overall fit is quite nice, but the kit lacks some important details.

(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_PPZq1gA9r7Y/TLDPgWJLdsI/AAAAAAAAGGw/GXEz_0Qu-j0/s800/IMG_8127.JPG)
(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_PPZq1gA9r7Y/TLDPg7cj1hI/AAAAAAAAGG0/um81U6qsQ-I/s800/IMG_8128.JPG)

There are no flooding holes under the upper edge of the deck, torpedo tube doors are not present on the upper two tubes. While joining deck with the hull halves you need to use some filler and do some sanding.

To sum up, for a low price, you get a nice model and with some work it will be nice and correct. With even more work it will be great.

cheers!

P.S.
Almost forgot. There are no decals in the box which is the biggest flaw of the kit. There are also no cross to place it on the conning tower.
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Siara on 09 Oct , 2010, 16:55
Good to have you back in the dockyard Ostach- one can not stay away for too long. ;)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Ostach on 09 Oct , 2010, 18:17
I take this type IIB as a training before type VIIC waiting in drydock number 2. In drydock number 3 waits type IXC in 1/350th scale - my 1/72nd U-995 came in second on a contest lately and this is a prize. So as you can see, my u-boat collection don't fit in one scale.
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Rokket on 10 Oct , 2010, 00:52
It's good to have many scales and spread it about! Thanks for the review on the kit.
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 20 Oct , 2010, 09:18
I also start with this model, there is a lot of things to do if we want to get something similar to U IIB :). But this is part of our hobby. Pity that there is not decals with numbers and insignia.

My U11 or U9 I did not decide yet ;)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-ib-1144/dsc01554.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-ib-1144/dsc01555.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-ib-1144/dsc01640.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-ib-1144/dsc01669.jpg)

More on my blog http://www.modelbuilding.pl/index.php/2010/10/u-boot-typ-iib-1939-icm-1144/ (http://www.modelbuilding.pl/index.php/2010/10/u-boot-typ-iib-1939-icm-1144/)

 
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: dougie47 on 20 Oct , 2010, 13:24
Hi Elpheli,

Nice start on your Type IIB model. We've just designed white pre-war numbers in 144th scale for this kit. Assuming we can get them printed at a reasonable price, then AMP will be releasing these decals for you. Oh, and the decal sheet would include Type II waterline draft markings in 144th scale as well.

Looking forward to your build.

Cheers,

Dougie
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 21 Oct , 2010, 04:54
Could You put here some preview of this decals, I will more then happy to test them :)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: dougie47 on 21 Oct , 2010, 13:24
Hi Epheli,

Once we get the decals printed I'll take photos and post a preview. It is still early at the moment as we've just finished the drawing.

Cheers,

Dougie
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Anakin on 23 Oct , 2010, 12:19
The pre war decals might be a good idea... I might possibly need at some time IIB or C insignias...  And something for the VIIB! In 1/72 scale...
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: dougie47 on 23 Oct , 2010, 15:19
Hi Anakin,

Is it 1/72nd decals for the pre-war numbers you are looking for? Or specific insignias? If you like you can send me a PM with details of which numbers / insignia you are looking for.

Cheers,

Dougie
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 24 Oct , 2010, 13:19
Some new pictures

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-ib-1144/dsc01711.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-ib-1144/dsc01718.jpg)

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(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-ib-1144/dsc01722.jpg)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Anakin on 25 Oct , 2010, 08:12
Nice looking IIB...  :) 

Dougie... Thanks! I
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 01 Nov , 2010, 13:14
News from my shipyard

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(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-ib-1144/dsc02185.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-ib-1144/dsc02189.jpg)

some preview at the end of the day :)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-ib-1144/dsc02190.jpg)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 08 Nov , 2010, 14:58

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-ib-1144/dsc02215.jpg)

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(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-ib-1144/dsc02220.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-ib-1144/dsc02223.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-ib-1144/dsc02227.jpg)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Pepper-mint on 08 Nov , 2010, 22:46
I love your u-boat ! Very clean build. I have this kit, it's small and thin...

Keep posting the pics  ;)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 09 Nov , 2010, 14:39
Quote from: Pepper-mint on 08 Nov , 2010, 22:46
I love your u-boat ! Very clean build. I have this kit, it's small and thin...

Keep posting the pics  ;)
Thanks,

I will continue :)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 13 Nov , 2010, 08:49
(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-ib-1144/dsc02626.jpg)

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Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 16 Nov , 2010, 14:08
(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02708.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02707.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02711.jpg)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Rokket on 18 Nov , 2010, 02:10
coming along nicely
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 20 Nov , 2010, 12:51
First surfacer 1200 - for checking :)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02758.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02759.jpg)

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Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: TRM on 20 Nov , 2010, 12:59
Epheli,

Nice work so far! Looking forward to seeing your progress.


Cheers!
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 21 Nov , 2010, 11:52
(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02809.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02810.jpg)

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(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02812.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02813.jpg)

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(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02817.jpg)

Nawiercone otwory pod liny stabilizujące odbijacze

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02818.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02820.jpg)

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(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02825.jpg)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Siara on 22 Nov , 2010, 00:50
A czemu napisales po naszemu- myslisz, ze Cie zrozumieja? ;)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: conus00 on 23 Nov , 2010, 15:24
I do.  :D
Good work so far. This kit is definitely on my "to-buy-list".
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Greif on 25 Nov , 2010, 02:32
Coming along very nicely, your workmanship is first class.

Ernest
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 25 Nov , 2010, 12:32
Quote from: Siara on 22 Nov , 2010, 00:50
A czemu napisales po naszemu- myslisz, ze Cie zrozumieja? ;)

A niech się uczą :)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 25 Nov , 2010, 12:33
(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02865_1.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02870_1.jpg)

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Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Greif on 26 Nov , 2010, 00:38
The hull looks outstanding.  Very nice workmanship Epheli.

Ernest
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 26 Nov , 2010, 10:47

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/icm-iib-1144-czesc-druga-montaz/dsc02872.jpg)

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Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 27 Nov , 2010, 01:29
Painting stage - go :)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc02886.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc02891.jpg)

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Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 27 Nov , 2010, 11:39
1 stage - done (painting workshop on my blog)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc02914.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc02915.jpg)

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(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc02916.jpg)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: TRM on 27 Nov , 2010, 13:55
Excellent work, waiting for next..... ;D
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Pepper-mint on 28 Nov , 2010, 07:48
Quote from: Epheli on 27 Nov , 2010, 11:39
(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc02917.jpg)

Very nice, fine modeling Epheli (repeating myself...). I'm ready for training ; are you the instructor ? ;D
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Rokket on 04 Dec , 2010, 00:43
Nice shading!
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 12 Dec , 2010, 11:58
I put some insignia :)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc03215.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc03218.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc03216.jpg)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: rabapla on 13 Dec , 2010, 01:02
looking goooood!
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 26 Dec , 2010, 13:05
Work started again, I painted the railings, I made a slight scratch and fill the holes in the deck Tensocromem Smoke, gave a cool effect, after wash should look great. Tommorow I will  start playing with fading.

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc03805.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc03806.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc03810.jpg)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Rokket on 27 Dec , 2010, 00:52
keep up the great work
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 29 Dec , 2010, 10:20
Positioning lamp made with decal.

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc03857.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc03858.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc03859.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc03860.jpg)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Rokket on 02 Jan , 2011, 01:17
keep em coming
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Pepper-mint on 21 Jan , 2011, 10:26
Epheli,

Very good work and very nice boat ! keep posting Mate, :)

Pepper-M
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Greif on 23 Jan , 2011, 01:57
I can only repeat what the other have said atbout your buils Epheli, it is simply outstanding.  The shading is especially well done.

Ernest
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 23 Jan , 2011, 12:29
Painting stage almost finished :)

Wash

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc04011.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc04013.jpg)

Wash - wipe out
(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc04094.jpg)

Fading

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc04109.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uboot-iib-1144-icm-malowanie/dsc04108.jpg)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Rokket on 26 Jan , 2011, 01:01
subtle, nice
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 06 Feb , 2011, 13:04
Railings rope and antennas done, now I have to paint them and make the insulators.

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uiib-144-icm-montaz-finalny/dsc04178.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uiib-144-icm-montaz-finalny/dsc04179.jpg)

(http://www.modelbuilding.pl/wp-content/gallery/uiib-144-icm-montaz-finalny/dsc04181.jpg)
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Greif on 06 Feb , 2011, 14:00
Superb work Epheli!

Ernest
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: bracco_n on 06 Feb , 2011, 19:18
Magnificent model!
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Pepper-mint on 09 Feb , 2011, 10:57
Congrats Epheli, beautiful model ; Great OTB !

I love it.

Pepper
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: wetwilly on 01 Nov , 2011, 12:55
Hi, I just bought the ICM type IIB. You did a fantastic job on it! It inspired me to buy one. I am currently working on my Revell U-boat VIIC 1/144 scale with photo etched parts form Griffon. It's quite the project. I have been making videos on Youtube. If you want check it out. http://youtu.be/oyFEg9EtUyU
Anyway, my question is: Where did you get your decals for the IIB? Mine did not have any. It sucks. I don't know if they just stopped putting them in there or they goofed up at ICM. Thanks.
Bill
Title: Re: U-Boat Type IIB from ICM 1/144
Post by: Epheli on 07 Nov , 2011, 23:30
Quote from: wetwilly on 01 Nov , 2011, 12:55
Hi, I just bought the ICM type IIB. You did a fantastic job on it! It inspired me to buy one. I am currently working on my Revell U-boat VIIC 1/144 scale with photo etched parts form Griffon. It's quite the project. I have been making videos on Youtube. If you want check it out. http://youtu.be/oyFEg9EtUyU
Anyway, my question is: Where did you get your decals for the IIB? Mine did not have any. It sucks. I don't know if they just stopped putting them in there or they goofed up at ICM. Thanks.
Bill

Thanks for good opinion :). The final gallery of my IIB is here http://models.rokket.biz/index.php?topic=846.0. What You see is not a decal, I printed cross and eagle on the normal paper in few dimensions and choose the proper one. This also give me the kind of 3D effect :).

Your video is awsome, I also have this u-boot with griffon so we can compare our job in the future :)