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Posted by ChrisP on February 18, 2026, 2:23:40, in reply to "3D Printed 1:1200 Scale"
Hi Jeff,
I recently bought this model - HMS Minotaur, a 1/1250 armoured cruiser from E**y. It came unpainted and without masts, but with pre-moulded holes for them. It was from a company called Skillball's Miniatures.
What made it worth a try was the cost - Only £8 + £3.95 p&p (They will combine p&p for multiple buys).
They also do 1/1800 and 1/2400 scale ships.
Most of their ships are Victorian and WW1.
The moulding is generally fine, and includes portholes. The main issue is the thickness of the ship's boats, but these could probably be replaced. I've just ordered a 1/1800 scale HMS Tiger (£6.50) to see what it's like, as I have dreams of creating a Jutland diorama!
https://www.flickr.com/photos/chris-parker/55101569847/in/dateposted-public/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/chris-parker/55102452056/in/dateposted-public/ 
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This has to be asked, is there any point in buying the 1:1200 3D printed models? I am not sold on these models because I never see them reviewed. I know the aftermarketeers do good things for enhancing 1:700 and 1:350 plastic models. I have seen good comments regarding 1:700 3D printed models, but I do not want to spend $100 on something I won't like.
I am not certain if I want to get into these. I would rather try a 1:1200 scale battleship, and see what the manufacturer can do first.I have seen two short reviews on Amazon. Each were unpromising. Parts too small to use was one comment. The other was that the whole model was junk.
Any comments? Any recommendations?
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