Type II U-Boat Models or Plans

[mlshaker]

Does anyone know where I might find a 1/48 scale Type II u-boat hull or drawings of one

Thanks

Jim

[the u-boat builder]

jim

i dont know where you

jim

i dont know where you could find that scale, but if you live around st. louis i have a buddy that might be able to make a copy of his set. his type II is at 1/32nd scale along with his type IX. he should still have the plans.

[anonymous]

A Type II hull master

A Type II hull master in 1/32 scale has been kicked about for well over a decade. Dave Manley originally created a master and molds of which Mike Dory got one of these. Mike's German Type II in 1/32 scale has frequented many sub regattas. Then this master which had some scale imperfections was purchased or traded to Lee Upshaw. The master pattern modifications, or a new master that was promised for years...never saw light of day as a hull for sale. Lee never having the time or what ever.

I maybe incorrect now, but I think Matt Thor may have this hull master ...or Matt tossed it as being too inaccurate. Other's chime in to clearify.

A Type II is a perfect subject...reasonable size in a large scale for those who think a larger model of a Type VII in the same scale might be too big or expensive. It has all the classic characteristics of a 'U-boat'. Mike' Dory's model is a constant winner, handy in turning and detailed.

I am making one or two hull masters now, but German subs is not really my specialty...there being so many others in this hobby that could fill this ticket far better. The only exception is my total infatuation with the Walter Type XVIIB! Sighs! Both the Type II and the Type XVIIB would be around 51 inches long in 1/32 scale.

Being in this hobby since 1991 or 92, it is one of the stupidist things in this hobby ever why a Type II has not been released by anyone! Frustrated...in the meantime, we are forced to listen constantly to vendors crying why they can't seem to make money anymore! The world wonders.

Steve Reichmuth



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[thordesign]

Steve,

As usual, your information is

Steve,

As usual, your information is spot on. Jeff LaRue, Sam Reichart, and myself spent a LOT of time on that old Type IIC master you speak of. After many,many hours of trying to figure out the best way to correct the inaccuracies that exist in the pattern we decided to set the old pattern aside and start over from scratch. With Jeff's and Sam's help we have started an all new pattern built from plans that Jeff and Sam went over with a fine toothed comb. I built the new pattern using a 3D modeling software package and CNC machined out the port half of the hull a few weeks back. When I get back down to Texas in the next few weeks, I plan to finish machine the starboard half. A copy of the boat will go to each Jeff and Sam for their critique. When we are finished incorporating any suggestions that Jeff and Sam have we will put the boat into production in 1/32nd scale. Jeff has already done the photo etch work for the deck. The artwork has to be seen to be believed! I am hoping that both Sam and Jeff will have their Type IICs in the water for the 2005 Regatta. As usual, we will not release the kit until at least a couple of kits have been built and tested. Many thanks go out to Jeff and Sam for their support on this project! I am not a U-Boat expert, but I am in excellent hands with these two. Stay tuned.

[anonymous]

Hallelujahs!

Also, if you ever make

Hallelujahs!

Also, if you ever make a Type XVIIB in 1/32 scale...I will buy one!

Steve Reichmuth



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[Scale Shipyard / WLU]

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