. . . arrived in France just before or just after the Armistice. The dates and numbers vary a bit, but that's roughly it. Does anyone happen to know which manufacturer(s) was/were responsible for the few that arrived? The candidates are: Van Doorn, C.L. Best, and Maxwell. Any offers?
Encouraged byArie Dijkhuis threads about 3D printed models I want to make my contribution by sharing my 3d files for the Dicke Berta.For a long time I liked to build a model of this gun , however I could not find a suitable kit and I started scratchbuilding one based on Arie Dijkhuis drawings, but this w...
Gentleman, I wanted to give you guys an advanced look at to what Vargas Scale Models is working on. Luis is diligently working to finalize the Peugeot and the Faharpanzer for release mid October. Pre-Orders are being accepted now at Vargasscalemodels.com. Something new and exciting is in the works...
Hello I'm building Roden's 1/35 scale Holt 75 Artillery Tractor. I would like to create a diorama. But in my diorama the Holt Tractor wouldn't pull an artillery piece. My question: Did Holt tractors pull anything other (tanks, lorries etc.) than howitzers? Were there any recovery units using these...
Just downloaded Masters of Mayhem by James Stejskal, Casement Publishers, digital edition ISBN 978-1-61200-452-5. The book describes the actions of Lawrence of Arabia and the British Mission to Hejaz during WW1, with particular detail of Rolls Royce armored car and tender operations, and som...
Hello, I am researching German trench mortars (yes, strictly speaking they are not artillery) and am looking for a copy of this French Army manual - Ministère de la Guerre: Notes sur les engins de tranchées allemands, Septembre 1916. Does anyone have it and is willing to share? Regards, Marc
Hello I ran across this photo in the Book Light Car Patrols 1916-1919, it depicts Italian Armored Cars used by the Italian contingent. My question is, I no the first two cars are FIAT Arsenale Armored Cars(or I am pretty sure??)(I uploaded two photo's for those that have not seen a FIAT Arsenale for com...
As you can guess by my other post (regarding Fiats in the desert), i'm reading 'Steel Chariots in the desert' by SC Rolls, a Rolls Royce armoured car Driver with the Duke of Westminster's Squadron, and later driving a Rolls Royce tender (his earlier armoured car de-armoured) with Lawrence of Arabia'...
Greetings All - I recently acquired this from an old collector. Pix show Crown M headstamp and fuze-well details - rare or common ? Artillery is not my area of expertise. Thanks !
When I saw that GB Modelli as releasing this gun, I knew I had to get it. The kit is wonderful and well casted. However, I wanted to add missing details. You can see from the photos that I added:RivetsA elevation gear shield. This component is not included.Miscellaneous bits, like a drag hook, roll...
Hi, Does anyone know of the British used any of the steel bodied ammunition carrier version of the FWD Type B (as per the Roden kit). I know most britihs versions has UK supplied bodies, but wondered if any of the US versions were used.
I am asking anyone on the forum who may plan a visit, or reside in proximity to Ft. de Seclin, near the City of Lille, to consider a request. I am in need of details regarding three items of interest that are displayed in this museum. I am perfectly willing to offer payment for exertions of time & lab...
I recently started another excellent GB Modelli kit. This is an Austro Hungarian 15cm field piece. I added a few details including rivets by Archer Decals. I started making a gun shield for the kit. After progressing somewhat, I realized I had the shape wrong. I'm gonna hold off on this one for awh...
A friend pointed out to me that all my Foden Steam models are left hand drive - steering wheel on left. Why were they made like that since their only market was UK? Was this always the case?
Ahoj všichni tady na fóru. Prosím o radu. Iam staví sadu RODEN 1/35. Zde jsou tabulky - lepty. Jaký byl jejich význam? Byly použity v éře I. světové války na tech? Nebo jsou jen v muzeu? Děkuji za informace. Ivo z České republiky
I’m researching the German Ostsee Division and Landungabteilung Brandenstein that were sent to Finland in spring 1918.What I’m trying to find out, is what type of artillery these formations had. The artillery units were: Feldartillerie-Regiment „von Holtzendorff“ (1. Rheinisches) Nr. 8- 6...
I have been trying to place one order on the model shop several times but the e-mail they have to send me to complete the order is never sent. Does anybody know anything? Any idea? ?
Hi Everyone, I've not been on here in some time so decided it might be time to post an update to the 1/6 Scale MK1 Tank project. Here is a video of a recent run in its new camouflage. Hope you like Helen x
To coincide with the release of the new Copper State Models Romfell armored car, we are excited to be releasing the Romfell armored trailer. The kit comes with doors that can be connected to their own hinges, and a laydown workstation on the opposite side with a vice, plus a spare tire, and exact spoked...
Hello Gentalman I am looking for interior detail on a Schneider Tank, I would like to convert a kit to resemble the photo below, fitted with the Fabry Mortar. All the Best Tim R
Hello, I am looking for some feed back in regards to doing a Fahrpanzer kit in 3d and Resin. here are a couple of photo showing only the rough design thus far in cad. I am planning on it having a complete interior and it will include a section of track. Any suggestions or comments are welcome. All the best T...
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