by John Bange
1/500 USS Flint CL-97 (Revell Kitbash)
This is another attempt at an Atlanta class light cruiser. I used the left-over parts from a Revell Pittsburgh for the funnels, rear superstructure, and 5" 38 turrets. I made twin 40mm mounts out of quads from Renwal. Mark 37's are from the kit with added pe for radars,rails,hatches, and the piece at the bow. She is shown in measure 33/22d.
This is a conversion of sorts and gives up much in the way of accuracy. I apologize for that. These vessels have to be among the most graceful designs the navy developed. If I could see the parts, I know I would build a 1/700 kit of one.
