by Damian P. Petro |
1/72 U-1023 Type VIIC/41 U-boat (Scatchbuilt)
This is my 1/72 scale model of the type VIIC/41 German U-boat, U-1023. This is not one of the wonderful 1/72 scale kits that are produced today, but a scratch built model that I built over 25 years ago. Four months ago I began a total tear down and rebuild of the model to bring it up to acceptable standards. Not much was salvaged and many new parts had to be constructed during the process. The hull is built mainly from wood and cardboard makes up most of everything else.
The rear torpedo storage container is being loaded while various hatches are displayed in the open position. The U-1023 survived the war to be surrendered to the British and sank 2 ships while she was in service (the 2 "kill" flags displayed on her attack periscope).