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Here is an extraordinary 1/60th scale radio-controlled submarine, the Walrus (2)-class Zeeleeuw. It is one of three original epoxy-resin models made by Tom Anderson, Steve Reichmuth, and Will Oudmayer. Of the three models, this particular sub has the special exhaust structure on the conning tower. An excellent narrative and set of photographs detailing the construction and original operation of this very sub can be seen at the Dutch Submarines site: http://www.dutchsubmarines.com/models/m ... dmayer.htm . This particular model, again, is differentiated in the photos at the site by the snort exhaust diffuser trailing off of the upper back of the conning tower. Of note is the fact that the fairwater planes on the conning tower are fine-adjustable by a gear ratchet system inside (an uncommon attribute).
The sub is 46" in length, and 5.25" in beam. Its design and colors make it a beautiful thing to behold. Collectively, the builders of this model are known among the RC sub community as being among the best. Reichmuth, in particular, has built some of the most difficult-to-model subs anywhere, such as the Zeeleeuw, and I have been told that his work graces the Mare Island Naval Museum and other notable venues. Here is your opportunity to own one of his masterpieces. The attention to detail, from the hull shape, to the conning tower, to the unique X-rudder, to the deck hardware, to the paint, to the brass prop, to the tail-mounted working nav lamp, is simply extraordinary.
The boat is painted in its true colors - the deck is flat black whilst the sail is grimy black, and the deck to waterline is dark blue. From the waterline down, the sub is again grimy black. Subtle yet beautiful. The X tail has the towed array boom on the port side, exactly as the actual Zeeleeuw. The craftsmanship of the watertight container and ballast tank system is excellent. The sub only needs a few finishing touches before she is ready to sail.
What's included]http://www.dutchsubmarines.com/models/m ... dmayer.htm[/url] to see the unique nature of this hand-crafted piece, as well as to see photos of the breathtaking paint scheme on the water.
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The sub is 46" in length, and 5.25" in beam. Its design and colors make it a beautiful thing to behold. Collectively, the builders of this model are known among the RC sub community as being among the best. Reichmuth, in particular, has built some of the most difficult-to-model subs anywhere, such as the Zeeleeuw, and I have been told that his work graces the Mare Island Naval Museum and other notable venues. Here is your opportunity to own one of his masterpieces. The attention to detail, from the hull shape, to the conning tower, to the unique X-rudder, to the deck hardware, to the paint, to the brass prop, to the tail-mounted working nav lamp, is simply extraordinary.
The boat is painted in its true colors - the deck is flat black whilst the sail is grimy black, and the deck to waterline is dark blue. From the waterline down, the sub is again grimy black. Subtle yet beautiful. The X tail has the towed array boom on the port side, exactly as the actual Zeeleeuw. The craftsmanship of the watertight container and ballast tank system is excellent. The sub only needs a few finishing touches before she is ready to sail.
What's included]http://www.dutchsubmarines.com/models/m ... dmayer.htm[/url] to see the unique nature of this hand-crafted piece, as well as to see photos of the breathtaking paint scheme on the water.
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