Posted by Steve T on 2/1/2025, 6:25 am, in reply to "Re: Metal QM"
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1/1250 ships has several triang harbor pierces listed listed. The link is on this site  Previous MessageFrancine I'm not sure if you've seen my sales pages Convoy Models, but if you haven't contact me on tim@photrek.co.uk I'll happily post to the US. TH Previous MessageYep, that's it. I've looked at the prices on UK sites and they aren't bad for frigates. Almost everything else is the sky is the limit. Previous MessageThe set you describe sounds like the 1970s Hong Kong production that was sold under the 'Hornby' brand. This limited range didn't sell as well as they hoped and no further models were introduced. The one they had unsold were remaindered at knock down prices. I suggest you have a look at Dockside and ask if any of the dealers who use the site will send to the US. There are still lots of the frigates and destroyers available at good prices. Beware of some of the sellers on UK eBay who ask silly money for some Tri-angs. Previous MessageJeff, I have the metal Queen Mary that came in a set with piers, quays, etc. It's a big ship. I copied the metal quays (pier sections) and fabricated them of generic Legos covered with plastic. Looks and works great, although lately I have been using foam core for piers (at least temporarily). Also, I had 3 or 4 of the cruisers, wish I still had them along with the Whitbys, type 15s and Battles. Previous MessageA number of Tri-ang copies in plastic were made in Hong Kong. I have a Swiftsure/Superb copy that was fitted with a large misile launcher. Before Charles Shave (who re-issued the Tri-ang range around 15 years ago approx) had a stroke and disappeared from sight he posted details about numerous plastic 'Tri-angs' on his website. I have never seen any 'right size' plastic Queen Marys or any other merchant ship. There is a FB group on Tri-ang and the models often get discussed on Dockside. Previous MessageIn the book, "Naval Wargames" by Barry J Carter, he references the ships I am talking about. The author also believes these are copies of the Triang ships of the 60s. Previous MessageHey Jeff, Thanks! I waterlined the 1963 ships that I have left (2 Farraguts, 1 Forrest Sherman, 1 Fletcher, 3 DEs, 2 C2s, 1 VC2 and 1 LST). The plastic was brittle and caused quite a bit of damage, but was repairable. Also rebuilt a Farragut as per the 1966 Janes drawing. Looks alot better. The Warsprite remains (but would not be around in the 1960s the time frame I want to model). The plastic ships (Royal Crown Hong Kong) are: 3 Liners, which look like P2 transports, a City of type liner, Antillies liner and the Queen Mary (Triang). There is also a type 15 & 12 Frigate (Whitby). They look exactly like the Triang ship, but with full hulls and plastic. I haven't seen them since the mid 60s. I found the 1250 site that carries Triang and am waiting for my finances to heal to proceed. In the mean time, adding scratch built ships. Finally, I will post, once I figure this all out. Previous MessageGlad to hear you are reurning to the 'senior scale'. I attach a few photos of my Hornet and Rankin. Both built with added detail and properly 'water-lined'. The Lindberg, ex-Eagle kits, are worth getting if you can find any. I am not familiar with Royal Crown Hong Kong - a photo or two would be appreciated. Previous MessageHi folks, Was in 1/1200 since the early 60s, but gave away my collection, except for about 20 ships, about 20 years ago. After seeing the ports/harbors that some have done, peaked my interest and construction began on two ports one USA (loosely on the Delaware Phila Naval Shipyard/base, one UK (based on any British Navy base/port map I can find). I'll try to keep you posted. There is a mix of Royal Crown Hong Kong, Renwal, Pyro, Triang and scratch. I plan to purchase 2 more sets of the Renwal to add to the 1963 survivors, but dont need the subs or battleshiips. |
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