1:72 U-VII crew (provision) (3fig.)

What the set contains

Three figures of the crew of a Type VII submarine in 1:72 scale. The name of the set refers to provisioning, that is to the moment when the crew takes on and loads supplies. The name does not describe the poses of the individual figures, so look at them in the maker's illustration.

When such a scene suits

A scene of loading supplies is rewarding because it sets an otherwise static model in motion. Whereas a lookout on the conning tower merely stands, here the figures pass things along, bend down and carry, which tells the viewer both the story and the direction of movement. The set therefore comes into its own above all on a diorama at a quay or alongside a larger vessel, but it will also serve to bring a submarine model displayed on its own to life, so that the deck is not empty.

Building and painting tips

Cut the excess material and the production marks away with a sharp blade a little way from the figure and sand the remainder off lightly. Wash and degrease them before painting; a primer will not hold on a greasy surface. Choose the glue according to the material: on parts that are not polystyrene, ordinary modeling cement does not hold and super glue is needed. Paint with thinly diluted paint in several coats. With figures in motion it pays to give each one a different shade of clothing, so that the group breaks up into individuals at first glance, and to set the objects being carried apart in a more saturated color, because that is exactly where the viewer's eye goes.

Who it is for

For builders of naval dioramas in 1:72 scale and for modelers who want to add a human dimension to a submarine model.

The model of the submarine, paints and glue are not part of the delivery, unless stated otherwise.