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HMV HAMBURGER MODELBAUBOGEN VERLAG

The label HMV HAMBURGERMODELBAUBOGEN VERLAG was founded in 1995 as a subsidiary of SCHEUER & STRÜVER (sorry only in German) of Hamburg and is producing since then high quality cardbord models, most ships. The implementation of HMV was back then born out of a missing of high quality cardbord models.
by Earl of Cruise
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HMV models of HAMBURG, 1969 and HANSEATIC 1, ex EMPRESS OF SCOTLAND, ex EMPRESS OF JAPAN displayed at the both during the INTERMODELBAU - own photo © Earl of CruiseIntermodelbau HMV
Benjamin Fentens with Carsten Horn, model constructor of WAPPEN VON HAMBURG 3 und HAMBURG, 1969 - courtsey HMV 
The publishers of HMV wanted to create from their very heat, and from the first beginning constructive qualified and high grad printed cardbord models. Their concept created a story of success. The model builders / customers are of all age groups, from the young to the old.
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HMV model of WAPPEN VON HAMBURG 3 - own photo © Earl of Cruise

Till 2009 HMV was part of SCHEUER & STRÜVER GmbH and was distributed worldwide via the companies distribution network. End of 2009 the former chief of marketing, Ulrike Fentens, became owner of SCHEUER & STRÜVER, since then the company is renamed as FENTENPRODUCTIONS - FB site.
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Benjamin Fentens with model constructors Fritz Pohl and Markus Wiekowski - courtsey HMV

"FENTENS PRODUCTIONS and HMV are one and the same," stated Benjamin Fentens at the INTERMODELBAU fair in Dortmund. He stated further: "The close and trustworthy collaboration between publisher and the engineers was and is guaranteed, and leads to a consistent development of publishings. The "old" constructors did not leave back then and is enlarged over the years. Loving to try the possibilities, and the willingness to enrepreneural risks, implemented the way even to new methods of production. Consequently, the first cardbord model was designed with the then most modern technology, the sms SACHSEN. Even if the SACHSEN was drawn by hand, prior to the offset-print the construction work was digital coloured. Today all cardbord models are created and produced digital with CAD programs. But the printing is still the good old offset printing." And with a slight gleam in his eyes Mr. Fentens stated: "Our constructors are driven by their love for the ships and their passion, and passion they need for their ambitious work." He is doing constructions too, he confessed to me.
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HMV model of HANSEATIC 1, ex EMPRESS OF SCOTLAND, ex EMPRESS OF JAPAN - own photo © Earl of Cruise
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HMV model (detail) of HANSEATIC 1, ex EMPRESS OF SCOTLAND, ex EMPRESS OF JAPAN, build by Felix Sternberg - courtsey Felix Sternberg

For the high quality reproduction of the vessels GA´s (Generalarragement Plans) or construction plans are needed. Further lots of photographies, best in colour or realistic paintings.
The lean management structure of FENTENS PRODUCTIONS enables the company for short time reaktions on market trends and eventually consumer wishes that are the same as the market trend shows. "Otherwise you will have 1,400 ideas of 1,000 modellers you may ask." Earl of Cruise. And HMV is and was in the center of interest in the company.
About the best sellers of the publishings Mr. Fentens told me: "All new publishings are sold like warm bread."
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HMV models overview  - courtsey HMV

The number of new publishings could be enlarged over the years, as in the past announced publishings are in the pipeline and will be published over the next few years. I learned there will be published next a FRANCE 1:250 model, as well a 1:250 model of CANBERRA. But the most interesting news to me was, the construction work for the NORMANDIE 1:250 model. Further the new constructions are focussing on historic passenger ships. And with that I learned too of the idea to publish a 1:250 model of HANSEATIC 2, ex SHALOM of the late DEUTSCHE ATLANTIK LINIE of genius Axel Bitsch-Christensen. 
"A man, from Denmark, who did show the shippowners in Hamburg how a new state-of-the-art passenger shipping line and cruise company could work. He introduced as a first a new model of financing for the vessels, as well new sales lines, and marketing strategies. Even if the founding was with some sort of assistance by the Eugenides brothers, he created a famed shipping company.
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HMV model of HANSEATIC 1, ex EMPRESS OF SCOTLAND, ex EMPRESS OF JAPAN - own photo © Earl of Cruise

Cardbord model construction
Components printed on paper or cardboard which are cut, folded and glued together and from which a model is created/constructed - that is cardbord model construction. Nothing more, nothing less.
HMV cardbord models are elaborate and model-designed, offset-printed and have an extensive and almost always an illustrated manual. The components are grooved, cut out and then folded and glued together. The adhesive bonds are effected by means of so-called adhesive bags. The cardbord on which HMV models are printed is a specially selected and tested paper for this purpose with special properties and a weight of 170gr/m².
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HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, interior framework - courtsy Mr. Jabietz

HMV models have always stood for special model loyalty. And the material makes it possible. The paper used corresponds to a steel plate of 3.5 cm (for the scale 1: 250) with a thickness of approx. 0.15 mm. And also as regards the properties of paper, it can be said that our material is the scale reduction of steel. What is more beautiful for modeling? Accordingly, the hulls, superstructures and details of our ships can be built and manufactured almost as with the original. This also results in the need to use interior structures. As in the case of the original, the frame is first built and then the deck and the side wall are attached. Along with the numerous details, models are found that do not need to shy away from comparison, and include the most detailed and best of what is possible today in the model construction sector.
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HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, interior promenade deck - courtsy Mr. Jabietz
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HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, interior promenade deck 1, dining room - courtsy Mr. Jabietz
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HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, interior promenade deck 2, mid section - courtsy Mr. Jabietz
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HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, interior promenade deck 3, front section - courtsy Mr. Jabietz
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HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, interior of promenade deck - courtsy Mr. Jabietz
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HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, outside view into the interior promenade deck - courtsy Mr. Jabietz
This is giving me an idea for the coming NORMANDIE model of HMV ...  
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HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, forward salon interior view, promenade deck - courtsy Mr. Jabietz
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HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, music salon interior, promenade deck - courtsy Mr. Jabietz
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HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, interior promenade deck - courtsy Mr. Jabietz
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HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, opend cieling of the dining room interior, promenade deck - courtsy Mr. Jabietz
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HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, interior promenade deck without the errected walls - courtsy Mr. Jabietz

"HMV models have always stood for special model loyalty. And the material makes it possible. The paper used corresponds to a steel plate of 3.5 cm (for the scale 1: 250) with a thickness of approx. 0.15 mm. And also as regards the properties of paper, it can be said that our material is the scale reduction of steel. What is more beautiful for modeling? Accordingly, the hulls, superstructures and details of our ships can be built and manufactured almost as with the original. This also results in the need to use interior structures. As in the case of the original, the frame is first built and then the deck and the side walls are attached. Along with the numerous details, models are found that do not need to shy away from comparison, and include the most detailed and best of what is possible today in the model construction sector," said Mr. Fentens.
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HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, bridge - courtsy Mr. Jabietz

Cardboard model construction is suitable for living rooms. With a few tools, a cutting mat and a bit of glue, highly detailed models can be built. And only eventually you will need a bit of colour to cover not well cut parts. The space requirement is low and the workplace quickly cleans up. There are no toxic fumes caused by varnishing, and when using odorless white glue, no solvents interfere with other family members. A wonderful and family-friendly hobby, therefore, which does not require a separate workshop and has little space. Well - this is only true, because the built models want to be exhibited. But according to our experience, there is always a nice place, which appeals to all family members.
Some parts can not be produced from the printed sheet. Here, a few additional materials are used. For the rigging, for example, or the reinforcement of the masts. Especially filigreed parts can be replaced with the HMV laser cutting cuts. These details, especially developed for each model, include, for example, railings, antennas, davits and other small parts which are difficult to cut out.

Lasercut sets from HMV.
HMV Laser Cut Set, here rails for the HAMBURG cardbord model - courtsy HMV

Even with the best tools and with the highest quality of the HMV model building, an experienced model builder always meets the limits. Of course, it is possible to cut railings, but not everyone is so calm hands and fingers allowed. So the question arises, how can a model with the high quality of the HMV still further refined.
Previously, the solution approach was the photoetching technique. HMV models can undoubtedly be refurbished with photoet etching, but the effort is high. The difficulties lie with the processing. Etching sets have to be painted and just the elimination of painting work is a big advantage of cardboard model construction. And then comes the question of gluing. Metal and paper can not be easily combined. Added to this is the high environmental impact of the production process and the ever-increasing cost of photoetching parts.
In the meantime, however, laser technology has developed so far that, for several years now, really good laser cutting machines have become affordable for companies of our size. Since the beginning of 2010 the HMV has been producing its own laser cutting kits for its models.
HMV laser cutting kits are made of colored paper. As a rule, the hue is identical or almost identical with the printed part from the sheet. A color treatment is therefore normally not necessary - apart from white parts. But more in the tips & tricks section on our website. It can happen that 15 different materials are used in one set.
HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, fixing the clued interior framework - courtsy Mr. Jabietz
HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, cutting out the portholes and windows - courtsy Mr. Jabietz
HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, prepared hull and superstructure parts - courtsy Mr. Jabietz
Mr. Jabietz has done an incredibly good model construction! In his blog, he is giving some usefull hints for constructing a near perfect model.

For technical reasons, all parts must be redrawn. A simple takeover from the model sheet or from the previous photoet sets is unfortunately not possible. Of course, we use the same to a generous rework of the restorations and often found in the Lasercutset parts, which were not contained in the former photoet set. In addition, there is simply more possibility in the lasercut process. For example, a bow artworks made of golden paper can actually be lasered three-dimensionally. Even if one does not see with the eye, one perceives this filigree in the overall impression. So you can confidently say that the HMV laser cutting kits will make our models as detailed and perfect as never before.
"It is planned to publish laser cuts for all existing and coming HMV models, at least as far as it makes sense. Unfortunately this is not as fast as we wish. It is precisely because each part has to be redrawn, instructions have to be developed again, and we are now also busy developing new models. For the larger part of the HMV models, the laser sets are already available and we are constantly drawing further," said Mr. Fentens.
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HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, why hiding the direct view, the temmis court as cover for the dining room - courtsy Mr. Jabietz
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HMV cardbord model of CAP ARCONA, the sky lights as cover for the salon underneath - courtsy Mr. Jabietz
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HMV model of ALBERT BALLIN - own photo © Earl of Cruise

I will come back to the models that will be published next. The FRANCE, the CANBERRA and then NORMANDIE ... When we did talk about the design/construction work for NORMANDIE Mr. Fenten said with gleaming eyes: "something from a dream, the grandest, unrivaled, never reached, the perfect liner, therefore it is a neccessaty creating a perfect constructed model of NORMANDIE to be published in the future." Mr. Fenten assured me, NORMANDIE will be published definitely. The exact date for is depending on the forthcoming of the construction works for the print of the cardbord model. Which will definitely be not flimsy. They even think of the interiors to be rebuild, such as the Grand Salon and the Café Grill ... A similar ambitious, reproduction of interior salons had been done for the CAP ARCONA (soon to be republished) and the BREMEN. Both models have sets integrated for the dining rooms, where with CAP ARCONA the whole salon deck can be reconstructed and be seen via opened doors and windows.
As depicted in the pictures above, a cardbord model is far from being flimsy. It is depending on your skills to create a perfect model. And as so many detail loving model constructors, there is a vast opportunity to "super" a model ... You may have the wish integrating a sound system, for the typhon/horn or recreating the noise when droping of the anchor ... AVT PRODUCTS would have the loudspeakers for.




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