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KennyH78
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Well, I have a little progress to report. After letting the glue dry on the bulkheads for a couple of days, I went to fair the hull. I started sanding with 220 grit very lightly, but the basswood keel was letting the individual bulkheads move. So in an attempt to stiffen it up, I grabbed some scrap basswood and glued them to the top of the bulkheads on the portion that will be cut away later. I think that that will stiffen it up a lot and then I will be able to fair the hull properly. Going to let that dry up and get to fairing the hull tomorrow.
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Mike, Greg, thanks for the tips. I actually did plan on making the jig you described. Hahn talked about the same jig in his article on the build of the Raleigh in the NRJ. I also planned on purchasing a disc sander along with a micro table saw and thickness sander. Although I wish I could afford the Byrnes models, but unfortunately I can't (don't get paid all that much in the Air Force and we are a single income family of 5). But I am receiving my last re-enlistment bonus next week and will be spending part of that at Micro Mark for those three tools plus accessories; the rest is going to the kids. Maybe someday I will be able to afford the Cadillac of mini power tools. As for an oscillating spindle sander, I will be using my bench top drill press for that. Anyways, back to gluing up blanks.
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Mark, I have been quietly following your Licorne build and learning a lot, what a marvelous build it is. I plan to leave it in the board for as long as possible. So I haven't cut a single frame from the blanks yet and had to do my first re-do. The first 18 blanks that I glued up with the clamps had gaps in them. So back to the table saw I went to cut more pieces. I also ran out to the dollar store and bought a few $2 5x7 frames for the glass. I am now using them with some weights to glue up the blanks. Still hoping to be able to start cutting frames by the end of this weekend. The other decision that I am wrestling with is weather to fully plank the hull or build it as Hahn. I asked the Admiral what her preference is and she hasn't really answered me. Going to have to ask again in the morning; or just make the decision myself.
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Chuck, I wrestled with which forum to post my log in for a day or so; but the way I see it is that the timbering minus the laser cut keel is just strips of wood than a couple of blocks for carving the decorations. That is no different than ordering milled strips from somewhere else in my opinion
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Thanks for all the comments and likes. Mike, the timbering did not come with pre cut blanks. I cut those on the table saw with a jig that I made out of plywood using the method that Hahn used. The timbering came with cherry strips that were about 2' X1" x 1/8". I will definitely look into the glass plates for laminating though, thanks for the tip. Mark, one of the reasons I chose the Raleigh is because I wanted to build one that was not heavily modeled. I have searched and could not find a single build log for her. I just hope that I can build a good model. Having Hahn's article from the NRJ in vol 41 sure helps though. Her history was another reason I picked it. She was the first frigate of the 13 that the Continental Congress ordered to be floated, but sat in dock for over a year because they could not procure cannons for her. Her sister ship, the Hancock, was captured by the British within 2 weeks of setting sail. Raleigh actually sailed to France with Alfred to procure properly sized cannons. She set sail with a set of cannons that were not of the right size and number on her maiden voyage.
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I had originally decided to build my Confederacy kit from Model Shipways before building the Raleigh, but once I opened the box and put the bulkhead former together I noticed that it was warped. Emailed Model Expo and have a new one on the way. Since that build is on hold and the fact that I want to build and not wait; I've decided to start my US Frigate Raleigh build from the Hahn plans that I have. The plans and timbering came from the Lumberyard. The ship will be in 1:96 scale. The timbering is cherry for the frames, keel and stem and holly for the decking. The timbering did come with some laser cut parts for the stem, stern and keel. Guess I'm kinda cheating, lol. I really hope that I am up for the challenge of a Hahn style build. So far, I have cut the 1/8 cherry strips into the pieces to make the frame blanks and have started gluing the frame blanks for the cant and half frames. There are 33 of those and 78 full frames. I suspect that it will take roughly about a week to finish gluing up all of the blanks. Anyways, on to the pics. As always, any and all comments are welcome. All the pieces for the half and cant frames, 34 each. The pieces for the center full frames, 33 each. The pieces for the rest of the full frames, 12 each. Some of the half and cant frame blanks glued up and drying.
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Glad to have you all along for the ride. I got the bulkheads glued on. Took my time to ensure that they are as straight and correct as they should be. Going to let that dry up for till at least tomorrow, may even wait until Tuesday before I start the fairing process just to ensure that the wood glue has enough time to cure up. Anyways, here are the pictures of how she currently sits.
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The case is finished and carefully pulled over the model, sealing in the model for forever (I hope). Now I just need to find the time to take it to my Dad who lives 3 hours away. I'm sure he will love it (he has no clue that I am going to give it to him). Anyways, here are the pics.....
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Since I have finished my Triton cross section and am unsure of which kit I want to start at the moment (Model Shipways Confederacy or Lumberyard's USF Raleigh (Hahn plans)), I figured I'd at lease start to build the 18th Century Longboat kit that I have. I've already cut the false keel from the laser cut parts sheet and cut the rabbet and then glued the stem and keel to the false keel. Once that was dry, I went ahead and stained the assymbly with some Golden Oak stain. Once that is dry, it will be time to glue on the bulkheads.
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Thanks Mark. The case is almost done. Just waiting on the stain to dry on the pine and then I need to finish it off with some wipe on poly.
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Thank you so much for the comments and likes. Christian, there are plans for a POB full build of the Triton; but that will be a while before I start it. I currently have a piece of Castello Boxwood that is acclimating to the climate in Texas which I will mill down and use for the Triton full build. I also need to find some Holly and order a Byrnes tables saw and thickness sander. In the mean time I am going to put together the Model Shipways 18th Century Longboat kit. It's still a toss up on whether to start the Model Shipways Confederacy kit or the Lumberyard's US Frigate Raleigh kit (Harold Hahn plans and milled lumber from the Lumberyard). Decisions, decisions....... Tony, it may seem like it was fast, but I started this build in 2014, then had to take a break to finish up school and for 3 surgeries for carpal and cupital tunnel. Once I was able to start it back up (after earning my degree) I really wanted to get it finished. Now to go finish the case and get the model ready to give to my Dad.
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The cross section is finished. I made the crutches from brass square stock and painted them black and then installed them on the gangways. I then installed the gangways on the cross section along with the ladders. Put a coat of wipe on poly on and attached it to the base with three short pieces of 1/16" brass rod. I also made a case to go over the model. The base and case is made from pine. I have apply cherry stain to the base and I will also stain the case with cherry. The case will be attached to the base with some 1/16" brass rod to keep it from sliding around. Anyways, here are the pictures. I will post some of the case once that is completed.
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So it was pointed out to me that I had a crooked ledge on the gun deck. Thanks to dvm27 for pointing that out. I can't believe that I missed that. When I went to fix it, I found that the ledge in question wasn't even glued in, which was a win for me. It was easy to fix, just popped it out applied glue and set it back into place and made sure it was straight. I also finished up one of the crutches for the gangway, I think it came out pretty good. I am going to make the rest using the same process. Now I just need to figure out how to blacken them chemically; I'm open to suggestions since I have never tried that before. (I'm not sure how well black paint will stand up on the crutches. Anyways, here are some more pictures....
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Finished rigging the guns and built the gangway platforms. Working on the crutches now. I am going to build one out of brass tubing, but will have to use CA glue since I don't have the equipment to do silver solder. Once it's built, I'll paint it black. If I don't like the way it looks, I'm going to make them out of wood. I am also thinking about how to make the case for this model. Once it is complete, it will be gifted to my Dad.
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got quite a bit done in the shipyard today. the outer hull is finished up with all of the trim, fenders and steps. the top sail bitt is installed and all of the blocks for rigging the guns are made. I have also installed and rigged 2 of the guns. I just need to coil up the ropes. tomorrow I hope to finish up the guns and start working on the gangways. I also need to start thinking about a case for this cross section and decide which project will be next; the USF Raleigh (Hahn plans and timber from the Lumberyard), the Model Shipways Confederacy kit or the POB version of the HMS Triton full build. I'm leaning towards the Raleigh, only because it has been on the shelf for a couple of years now. anyways, here are the pictures. any comments and/or critiques are always welcome.
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I've found that if you cut the pieces slightly bigger that the plans indicate and lightly sand/file them to fit, you can get the basswood to look crisp. Sawing it leaves the cuts fuzzy. I think that basswood is more suited for cutting/ carving with a hobby knife. I used it on the Triton cross section because it was all that I could afford at the time. But I have since found a place where I can get cherry, maple and walnut and will order other woods online. I have the tools finally to resaw larger pieces of lumber.
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Jan, I used basswood. It was all that I had available at the time and milled boxwood or pear costs too much for me. I hope to be able to mill my own scale lumber at some point in the future.
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Got a little more work done in the shipyard today. Finished up the grate for the after hatch and the stair ladder for the forward hatch. I installed the hatch coamings and the grate and the stair ladder. I still need to apply some wipe on poly finish. Next up is the top sail bitt. I also need to make some rope and rig up the guns. Enjoy the pics and any and all comments/critiques are welcome.
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Well, I finally got to get back into the shipyard to work on the cross section. I finished up the gun carriages and mounted the guns to them. I have also made both hatch coamings, but still need to make the after hatch grate. I'll install and rig the guns after I get the topsail britt built and installed.
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I know it has been while since I have posted or even worked on the cross section, but it is time to start back up. After my first surgery, I had the same procedure done on the right hand and hen I had the left elbow operated on for cupital tunnel. But now I am all healed up and I have finished my BS degree and am ready to get back at. I just have to remember where I put everything. Hopefully I will be able to share some new progress with everyone here in the next week or two.
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Quick little update; looks like the shipyard will be closed for about week or two. The surgery went very well, but since I had the carpal tunnel release procedure done on my left hand, I am unable to do any work at this time. I hate having to wait for my hand to recover; but it will be worth it in the end. Now I just have to get with the doc to schedule the same procedure for the right hand. Anyways, I'll update as soon as I can get back at it. In the meantime, I will enjoy reading everyone else's logs here on MSW.
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I'll try to size the pictures on the next update to the build to the size. I like to show off as much detail as I can to get good feedback from all you. The bigger the picture, the better.
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Thanks Gunther. I wish they were bigger as well, but I have to downsize them to be able to upload 'em. Thanks to everyone for all of the likes as well.
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I have finished installing the bulwark planks on the inner and outer side of the hull. The outer hull above the wales still needs to be sanded smooth and treenails will need to be installed on the gun deck and outer hull planks above the wales. Once that is done, I will move on to finishing up the guns and making all of the deck furniture. I plan to use walnut for the deck furniture. It may be a few weeks until I get work on it again due to a surgery that is scheduled for Tues on my left wrist; but I hope to be back at it in about 2-3 weeks. On to the good stuff, here are some pictures for your viewing pleasure. I snapped a few with the guns placed on the deck to get an idea of how it will look. Enjoy......
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So far this weekend, I got the gun ports framed out and I lined them with a very thin piece of walnut. I then planked the bulwarks with walnut and the gun deck with maple on the port side. the starboard side in the process of getting its planks now. Once that is done, I will sand it all smooth and treenail the deck planking. Then I will need to finish off the little details needed on the guns and install them. As always, any and all comments, questions, complaints are welcome.
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