ChrisLBren
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from GrandpaPhil in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
So 4 years later after completition she looks better as the wood finish has deepend and aged. I know I should put her in a case - but she looks great as is.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from Gregory in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
So 4 years later after completition she looks better as the wood finish has deepend and aged. I know I should put her in a case - but she looks great as is.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from Gahm in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
So 4 years later after completition she looks better as the wood finish has deepend and aged. I know I should put her in a case - but she looks great as is.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from Gahm in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
Thanks so much for the flattering comments gents.
Here's a close up of the anchor and its bands - should this be re worked with thinner/narrower metal or even artist tape painted ? I feel like they look clunky - but then again maybe Ive been staring at them too long. Any tips feedback is appreciated.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from Blackreed in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
Put a pin in this one - Confederacy is completed ! I wrapped it up earlier this week than I thought this evening - here are the latest photos. I think the area I want to improve the most with the next build is metal work - my anchor bands look a bit chunky. Johann is an inspiration in that area. But overall very satisfied with the build and the enjoyment it gave me over the last 8 years. Thanks again for all of the support/encouragement and comments. And thank you Chuck for second to none plans and guidance with this build.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from Blackreed in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
Thanks for the likes and comments everyone....
After almost 8 years of construction this should be my last update before finished pictures. The first shot shows the hull with the dummy masts temporarily placed.They still need gammoning and cleats. The black board will be her display base - Im waiting for the pedestals Im having machined for me here locally.
The second shot shows the bowsprit - which still needs to be mounted, rigged and small parts added.
The third shot are the toilets - for some reason the ones by the roundhouse proved very tricky and took me the better part of a week to get right - there are many angles here to take into account.
And finally the last parts - the anchors in very rough shape, the knightsheads and the boomkins which still need to be shaped. I also am making some repairs to the rudder.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from Ryland Craze in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
So 4 years later after completition she looks better as the wood finish has deepend and aged. I know I should put her in a case - but she looks great as is.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from Blackreed in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
So 4 years later after completition she looks better as the wood finish has deepend and aged. I know I should put her in a case - but she looks great as is.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from Ainars Apalais in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
Put a pin in this one - Confederacy is completed ! I wrapped it up earlier this week than I thought this evening - here are the latest photos. I think the area I want to improve the most with the next build is metal work - my anchor bands look a bit chunky. Johann is an inspiration in that area. But overall very satisfied with the build and the enjoyment it gave me over the last 8 years. Thanks again for all of the support/encouragement and comments. And thank you Chuck for second to none plans and guidance with this build.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from Landlubber Mike in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
So 4 years later after completition she looks better as the wood finish has deepend and aged. I know I should put her in a case - but she looks great as is.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from giampieroricci in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
Thanks for the likes and comments everyone....
After almost 8 years of construction this should be my last update before finished pictures. The first shot shows the hull with the dummy masts temporarily placed.They still need gammoning and cleats. The black board will be her display base - Im waiting for the pedestals Im having machined for me here locally.
The second shot shows the bowsprit - which still needs to be mounted, rigged and small parts added.
The third shot are the toilets - for some reason the ones by the roundhouse proved very tricky and took me the better part of a week to get right - there are many angles here to take into account.
And finally the last parts - the anchors in very rough shape, the knightsheads and the boomkins which still need to be shaped. I also am making some repairs to the rudder.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from tadheus in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
So 4 years later after completition she looks better as the wood finish has deepend and aged. I know I should put her in a case - but she looks great as is.
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ChrisLBren reacted to mtaylor in La Belle Poule 1765 by mtaylor - Scale 1:64 - POB - French Frigate from ANCRE plans
Time to bring this log up to date and maybe call it "proof of life" during the virus. After being unhappy with the first strakes and ripping them off, I did them again... and again. Finally happy. It's just 6 rows but methinks I'll be picking up some speed on the rest. I still need to give it some more sanding and a bit of filling and also finish opening the gunports to upper sills. The starboard side has been trimmed and as I said, needs more sanding. The port side is only planked at this point. Overall, I'm feeling pretty good about it. Much of my memory has returned since the stroke and that helps in sorting things out. In the background is the planking wood waiting for me to lay into place.
Here's photos....
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from tlevine in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
So 4 years later after completition she looks better as the wood finish has deepend and aged. I know I should put her in a case - but she looks great as is.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from Elia in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
So 4 years later after completition she looks better as the wood finish has deepend and aged. I know I should put her in a case - but she looks great as is.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from dvm27 in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
So 4 years later after completition she looks better as the wood finish has deepend and aged. I know I should put her in a case - but she looks great as is.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from mtaylor in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
So 4 years later after completition she looks better as the wood finish has deepend and aged. I know I should put her in a case - but she looks great as is.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from Beckmann in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
So 4 years later after completition she looks better as the wood finish has deepend and aged. I know I should put her in a case - but she looks great as is.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from Haliburton in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
So 4 years later after completition she looks better as the wood finish has deepend and aged. I know I should put her in a case - but she looks great as is.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from WalrusGuy in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
So 4 years later after completition she looks better as the wood finish has deepend and aged. I know I should put her in a case - but she looks great as is.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from Chuck in USF Confederacy by ChrisLBren - FINISHED - 3/16 Scale
So 4 years later after completition she looks better as the wood finish has deepend and aged. I know I should put her in a case - but she looks great as is.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Charles W Morgan by Landlubber Mike - Model Shipways - Scale 1:64 - New Bedford Whaling Bark
Hey Mike - sounds like you've got an interesting approach - I would caution you on using Fiebings to dye Pear on large areas - it's fading out already on my Confederacy and Remco has been having issues with it on his build. Several thin coats of acrylic paint sanded in between is a better option.
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ChrisLBren reacted to marsalv in Le Gros Ventre by marsalv - FINISHED - 1:48 - POF
To G. Delacroix - thanks for the info, I made the new one items with no wedges
To garyshipwright - I am using "10 Degree 0.1mm Tip Carbide CNC Bits Flat Bottom Milling Cutter V Shape" (https://www.aliexpress.com/item/852725456.html) for most of CNC 3D carvings. Question about tutorial - I am so sorry, making a video tutorial would be too time consuming and my knowledge of English is minimal.
I continue with the assembly of the capstans.
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ChrisLBren got a reaction from FrankWouts in HMS Winchelsea 1764 by Trussben - FINISHED - 1:48
Looks exactly like mine at this stage - need to start fairing the bulkheads !!!!
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