-Dallen Posted November 28, 2016 #1 Posted November 28, 2016 (edited) I decided that I would make this my initial build. This build will introduce me to most aspects of model building. I will be using Walnut as my primary lumber as a large walnut tree was blown over on my property last summer and it seems to resaw nicely. I also have a nice supply of Maple and Swiss Pear. I am considering upscaling to 1:32 and is likely. I have been like a sponge absorbing everything I can on this forum and have built quite a resource library. Looking forward to the hands on now. I handle critiques well, so all are welcome. Dupree Edited November 30, 2016 by Dupree Allen popeye the sailor, Mike Y, mtaylor and 5 others 8 Dupree "A slow steady hand conquers a fast shaky mind" - me HMS Triton 1:32 Cross Section
-Dallen Posted November 29, 2016 Author #2 Posted November 29, 2016 (edited) Thank you for access to HMS Triton plans. I will be digesting them and begin the mill works. I have decided to upscale to 1:32 and will make appropriate corrections to my build log. Dupree Edited November 29, 2016 by Dupree Allen Canute, Matrim and mtaylor 3 Dupree "A slow steady hand conquers a fast shaky mind" - me HMS Triton 1:32 Cross Section
AnobiumPunctatum Posted November 29, 2016 #3 Posted November 29, 2016 Welcome the Triton shipyard and a lot of fun with the build -Dallen, Canute and mtaylor 3 Regards Christian Current build: HM Cutter Alert, 1777; HM Sloop Fly, 1776 - 1/36 On the drawing board: English Ship Sloops Fly, 1776, Comet, 1783 and Aetna, 1776; Naval Cutter Alert, 1777 Paused: HMS Triton, 1771 - 1/48 "Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it." Salvador Dali
Pete38 Posted November 30, 2016 #4 Posted November 30, 2016 Welcome to the build. 1:32 is a good scale, looking forward to more. mtaylor and Canute 2 Triton Cross Section 1:32 SEE YA LATER
-Dallen Posted November 30, 2016 Author #5 Posted November 30, 2016 Thank you for the encouraging replies. Actually I did so much research on this project with a 1:48 mindset that I'm having a little trouble thinking in "1:32". The mill work has started, although I just received my Mini Mill from LMS and it is really drawing my attention right now. Some problems are nice to have........ mtaylor and Canute 2 Dupree "A slow steady hand conquers a fast shaky mind" - me HMS Triton 1:32 Cross Section
-Dallen Posted November 30, 2016 Author #6 Posted November 30, 2016 Pete, Absorbing every detail of your build log. Being a like scale really helps. Nice clean build. Dupree Canute, mtaylor and Pete38 3 Dupree "A slow steady hand conquers a fast shaky mind" - me HMS Triton 1:32 Cross Section
Gabek Posted December 4, 2016 #7 Posted December 4, 2016 Welcome aboard, Dupree! This is a great project that really pushes your skill and knowledge. The people here are a fantastic resource, super encouraging and a good shoulder to cry on when the time comes! Looking forward to watching your build. (And, I think you just kick-started me to get back on track with mine!). Regards, Gabe Canute, -Dallen and mtaylor 3 Current builds: Harvey, Baltimore Clipper - Artesania Latina HMS Triton Cross Section, 18th Century Frigate - online scratch build HMCS Agassiz, WW2 Flower-Class Corvette - HMV - card model Completed: Swift, Pilot Schooner - Artesania Latina --- Build log --- Gallery Skeeter, Ship-in-Bottle - Ships a Sailin' kit --- Build log Santa Maria, Caravel - Artesania Latina --- Build log
-Dallen Posted December 4, 2016 Author #8 Posted December 4, 2016 Thank You Gabe, You are absolutely right about the people and the resources on this site. I opened your build log and was impressed with your scale and progress. If I was able to have even a small part in rejuivinating your build, that pleases me very much. I have "followed" your log and looking forward to instruction and enjoyment. Dupree Gabek, mtaylor and Canute 3 Dupree "A slow steady hand conquers a fast shaky mind" - me HMS Triton 1:32 Cross Section
-Dallen Posted December 7, 2016 Author #9 Posted December 7, 2016 (edited) Update.... Milled Keel assembly in 1:32 scale. Have included a photo to show the contrast in dimensions. I'm currently preparing the frames for layout and cutting. Quite an experience for me and this is only a cross section. Dupree Edited December 7, 2016 by Dupree Allen GuntherMT, Canute, Gabek and 5 others 8 Dupree "A slow steady hand conquers a fast shaky mind" - me HMS Triton 1:32 Cross Section
-Dallen Posted December 23, 2016 Author #10 Posted December 23, 2016 (edited) I am amaized at the research and prepotory work involved in scratch building. I have just now completed my full set of 1:32 prints for this build. They are printed out on 13 X 19 paper (perfect for this scale) using a Canon IX6820 printer. Since printing a sacrificial set of plans I have cut out the paper and in process of attaching them to wood stock in preparation to cutting them out. Hopefully actual shipbuilding can start this coming week. Dupree Edited December 23, 2016 by Dupree Allen Pete38, Canute, tkay11 and 2 others 5 Dupree "A slow steady hand conquers a fast shaky mind" - me HMS Triton 1:32 Cross Section
-Dallen Posted December 23, 2016 Author #11 Posted December 23, 2016 (edited) Just now received Ed Tostis' book. Looks like the book I'm currently reading about HMS Valkyrie will have to go on hold for a few nights. Dupree Edited December 23, 2016 by Dupree Allen popeye the sailor, AnobiumPunctatum, mtaylor and 3 others 6 Dupree "A slow steady hand conquers a fast shaky mind" - me HMS Triton 1:32 Cross Section
mtaylor Posted December 23, 2016 #12 Posted December 23, 2016 Dupree, If you haven't yet, check each plan separately for proper scaling and printing size. Use your ruler (and scaling tables) and the scale on the plans. Don't ask how I know this.. but I will say, it was painful. -Dallen, tkay11, Canute and 1 other 4 Mark "The shipwright is slow, but the wood is patient." - me Current Build: Past Builds: La Belle Poule 1765 - French Frigate from ANCRE plans - ON HOLD Triton Cross-Section NRG Hallf Hull Planking Kit HMS Sphinx 1775 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Non-Ship Model: On hold, maybe forever: CH-53 Sikorsky - 1:48 - Revell - Completed Licorne - 1755 from Hahn Plans (Scratch) Version 2.0 (Abandoned)
-Dallen Posted December 23, 2016 Author #13 Posted December 23, 2016 Thank you Mark. Will do and thanks for the education. Dupree mtaylor and Canute 2 Dupree "A slow steady hand conquers a fast shaky mind" - me HMS Triton 1:32 Cross Section
tkay11 Posted December 23, 2016 #14 Posted December 23, 2016 Very interesting, Dupree. My brother-in-law is going to be carrying over Ed Tosti's two Naiad books for me early in January. Great minds! Tony mtaylor, -Dallen and Canute 3 === First build: Caldercraft HM Cutter Sherbourne 1763 FINISHED 2nd build: Triton cross-section COMPLETED 3rd build: La Chaloupe Armée / 42ft Armed Longboat of 1834 by tkay11 – scale 1:36, plans by M. Delacroix COMPLETED 4th build: Allège d’Arles 1833 (Ancre) POB by tkay11 – scale 1:100, plans by F. Fissore COMPLETED Working on La Jacinthe 1:96 POB (ANCRE publications)
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