mahjong25 Posted July 5, 2019 Author Share #31 Posted July 5, 2019 Took a long break from ship building and started doing a lot of ceramics. But I really want to finish my ship since the end is near! I attached the chainplates and will be rigging them soon. GrandpaPhil, Ryland Craze, tasmanian and 4 others 7 Quote Eden Completed Build: 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tector Posted July 5, 2019 Share #32 Posted July 5, 2019 This little kit is a wonderful build and I suspect for a great many people has been very much a gateway into the hobby as a whole. You've done some beautiful work here, I particularly appreciate how tidy so much of your paintwork is, and a lot of the small optional details that you have added just to make things really pop. Quote Under Construction HMAV Bounty, Artesania Latina, 1/48 Scale Completed 18th Century Long Boat, Model Shipways, 1/48 Scale Drift boat, scratch build, c. 1/12 Scale Bluenose, Model Shipways, 1/64 Scale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mahjong25 Posted July 6, 2019 Author Share #33 Posted July 6, 2019 @Tector Wow thank you so much! That is such high praise! I really love the details required in model ship building. Quote Eden Completed Build: 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mahjong25 Posted July 12, 2019 Author Share #34 Posted July 12, 2019 (edited) Went with the claw method and started rigging the deadeyes. But there wasn't enough black rope provided in the kit so I raided my Charles Morgan kit. But now looking back, even though both kits are from Model Shipway and say they are the same diameter, they look completely different so I will be purchasing more Syren rope and re-rig this section. I also started on the backstay and made a jig to seize the blocks for it. Does anyone have suggestions regarding display cases? I am nearing the end and should probably start thinking about where to get one. Also any thoughts on how to get closer cuts on the ropes? My seizing looks like a hot mess since I don't own any cutting equipment that can get a close cut on the knots. I am just using an Xacto knife right now. Edited July 12, 2019 by mahjong25 JpR62, GrandpaPhil, KARAVOKIRIS and 3 others 6 Quote Eden Completed Build: 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigersteve Posted July 12, 2019 Share #35 Posted July 12, 2019 Here is a company I’ve used for the display case. https://www.casesforcollectibles.com/ Steve mahjong25 1 Quote Current: Mayflower- Model Shipways Completed: Lowell Grand Banks Dory- Model Shipways English Pinnace- Model Shipways 18th Century Longboat- Model Shipways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cathead Posted July 13, 2019 Share #36 Posted July 13, 2019 I like to use a pair of flush cutting nippers for trimming rigging like that. They're not expensive and are widely useful. They let you get really close to the knot without danger of cutting into it. Nice work! mahjong25 1 Quote Eric Current builds: scratchbuilt Missouri River steamboat Peerless (1893); 1:1 scale timber-framed outdoor kitchen Nautical builds (kits): USS Cairo; NRG capstan project; NRG half-hull; Viking longship; US revenue cutter; 18th century longboat; Bounty launch Missouri River craft (scratchbuilt): 1853 Missouri River steamboat Arabia; 1865 steamboat Bertrand; Lewis & Clark barge; keelboat; 1876 steamboat Far West Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Hoss Posted July 13, 2019 Share #37 Posted July 13, 2019 Amazing work, especially for the first wooden build! I chose this one for my first also. You did such a better job than I did! I butchered it...Looking back, this small scale was harder than the larger ones I've done! Well done! mahjong25 1 Quote Current: Emma C. Berry Lobster Smack-Model Shipways-1:32-1866 Back on the shelf: USS Essex- MS- "Old Yellow Box" Solid Hull Wall Hanger (Half Hull) Completed: 18th Century Armed Longboat-MS 1/24 USN Picket Boat-MS 1864 1/24 US Brig Syren by Sea Hoss- Model Shipways-1803 18th Century Carronade/Ship Section Mayflower-Pilgrims Pride by Sea Hoss-Model Shipways-1620 18th Century Long Boat by Sea Hoss-Model Shipways USS Constitution by Sea Hoss-Revel-Plastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mahjong25 Posted October 6, 2019 Author Share #38 Posted October 6, 2019 The Syren rope came in and I re-rigged the shrouds. I am a lot happier with their appearance. Tigersteve, Cathead, GrandpaPhil and 2 others 5 Quote Eden Completed Build: 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mahjong25 Posted November 7, 2019 Author Share #39 Posted November 7, 2019 I was able to do some more rigging today, this is definitely my favorite part. I really love working with the Syren ropes and blocks, they make everything so much easier and much more ascetically pleasing. GrandpaPhil, Cathead and Ryland Craze 3 Quote Eden Completed Build: 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Posted November 10, 2019 Share #40 Posted November 10, 2019 Nice progress and thanks for the kudos on the rope. Quote Chuck Passaro - MSW Admin Sloop Speedwell - POF scratch Block Island Boat - POF scratch HMS Winchelsea - POB scratch build HM Cutter Cheerful - POB scratch build Royal Barge - POF scratch Medway Longboat- POF Scratch SYREN SHIP MODEL COMPANY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mahjong25 Posted November 21, 2019 Author Share #41 Posted November 21, 2019 Continued to rig my ship with some addition. I am really excited being on the last page of the instructions. But I ran out of rope so I'm waiting for the new order to come in to finish up. Now just need to look for a good display case! Cathead, Ryland Craze, Tigersteve and 2 others 5 Quote Eden Completed Build: 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mahjong25 Posted April 25, 2020 Author Share #42 Posted April 25, 2020 I was finally able to finish up the rope coils on my model and got all those glued on. I didn't like the fuzziness of some of my rope so I used some wax to clean that up and it looks a lot better. The anchor is also ready to go. I just have to finish a couple oars then i'll be completely done! It has been quite a journey. Still need to figure out the display case situation though. :[ GrandpaPhil, MEDDO, Cathead and 4 others 7 Quote Eden Completed Build: 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cathead Posted April 26, 2020 Share #43 Posted April 26, 2020 Very nice! mahjong25 1 Quote Eric Current builds: scratchbuilt Missouri River steamboat Peerless (1893); 1:1 scale timber-framed outdoor kitchen Nautical builds (kits): USS Cairo; NRG capstan project; NRG half-hull; Viking longship; US revenue cutter; 18th century longboat; Bounty launch Missouri River craft (scratchbuilt): 1853 Missouri River steamboat Arabia; 1865 steamboat Bertrand; Lewis & Clark barge; keelboat; 1876 steamboat Far West Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mahjong25 Posted April 21, 2021 Author Share #44 Posted April 21, 2021 I finally got around to working on displaying my Longboat. I had prepared for the base and drilled 2 holes in the keel during assembly. I cut a piece of walnut and drilled matching holes in them. I used a brass rod to connect the two objects, then slid a hollow brass tube for support. Turned out pretty nice. Also got a piece of curly maple for the acrylic display base. Still need to route some channels for the case. The end is near! Cathead, bruce d, Ryland Craze and 1 other 4 Quote Eden Completed Build: 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mahjong25 Posted May 16, 2021 Author Share #45 Posted May 16, 2021 I think I am finally done! Finished up the base and ordered the acrylic case. Everything sanded and covered with Danish Oil. What a fun project! oneslim, GrandpaPhil, CiscoH and 7 others 10 Quote Eden Completed Build: 18th Century Longboat - Model Shipways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruce d Posted May 16, 2021 Share #46 Posted May 16, 2021 That is a good looking boat. Well done, I think the grain in that base-piece works perfectly. 👍 mahjong25 1 Quote 🌻 STAY SAFE A model shipwright and an amateur historian are heads & tails of the same coin current builds: HMS Berwick 1775, 1/192 scratchbuild; a Slade 74 in the Navy Board style Mediator sloop, 1/48 - an 18th century transport scratchbuild French longboat - CAF - 1/48, on hold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryland Craze Posted May 16, 2021 Share #47 Posted May 16, 2021 Congratulations on finishing your Longboat. It is a fine model and I like the way it looks in your case. Well done! mahjong25 1 Quote Ryland Member - Hampton Roads Ship Model Society - Ship Model Society of New Jersey - Nautical Research Guild Current Build - Armed Virginia Sloop, 18th Century Longboat Completed Build - Medway Longboat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigersteve Posted May 17, 2021 Share #48 Posted May 17, 2021 Very nice result. Congrats! Steve mahjong25 1 Quote Current: Mayflower- Model Shipways Completed: Lowell Grand Banks Dory- Model Shipways English Pinnace- Model Shipways 18th Century Longboat- Model Shipways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cathead Posted May 22, 2021 Share #49 Posted May 22, 2021 Very attractive, a result to be proud of. Ryland Craze and mahjong25 2 Quote Eric Current builds: scratchbuilt Missouri River steamboat Peerless (1893); 1:1 scale timber-framed outdoor kitchen Nautical builds (kits): USS Cairo; NRG capstan project; NRG half-hull; Viking longship; US revenue cutter; 18th century longboat; Bounty launch Missouri River craft (scratchbuilt): 1853 Missouri River steamboat Arabia; 1865 steamboat Bertrand; Lewis & Clark barge; keelboat; 1876 steamboat Far West Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrandpaPhil Posted August 20, 2021 Share #50 Posted August 20, 2021 Congratulations! Well done! Quote Building: 1:64 HMS Revenge (Victory Models plans) 1:64 Cat Esther (17th Century Dutch Merchant Ships) On the building slip: 1:72 French Ironclad Magenta (original shipyard plans) On hold: 1:98 Mantua HMS Victory (kit bash), 1:96 Shipyard HMS Mercury Favorite finished builds: 1:60 Sampang Good Fortune (Amati plans), 1:200 Orel Ironclad Solferino, 1:72 Schooner Hannah (Hahn plans), 1:72 Privateer Prince de Neufchatel (Chapelle plans), Model Shipways Sultana, Heller La Reale, Encore USS Olympia Goal: Become better than I was yesterday "The hardest part is deciding to try." - me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian SD Posted October 9, 2022 Share #51 Posted October 9, 2022 Great Job, looks amazing the way you are displaying it. I am having trouble (this being only my second build} with the rudder, just can't figure out how to install. Is it just glued to the transom and the metal bits are just for show or what am I missing. HELP! Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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