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Chuck Seiler
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from Elijah in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Bug,
Superb! A fitting tribute to a fine man.
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from Canute in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Bug,
Superb! A fitting tribute to a fine man.
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from Sjors in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Bug,
Superb! A fitting tribute to a fine man.
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from Anja in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Bug,
Superb! A fitting tribute to a fine man.
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Chuck Seiler reacted to Cathead in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
This has been such an inspiring project to follow, both for its backstory and the quality of its craftsmanship. I didn't know Augie, I'm too new on this forum, but after following this project I will always hold a memory of someone so respected by his peers that this project became a reality. And I have immense respect for a builder who takes on such a responsibility, and does such a memorable job. Thank you for this.
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Chuck Seiler reacted to DBorgens in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Sean,
Superb work completing Augie's Confereracy. Thank you for taking on this task and for sharing the journey.
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Chuck Seiler reacted to Moonbug in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Obviously it was extraordinarily humbling and intimidating to have been asked to complete Augie's Confederacy. Aside from his excellent work, Augie was an extremely popular gentleman on the forum, and for all the right reasons. Quite simply, he was just a great guy.
I can honestly say, I did my best for him, and I hope he's happy with the end result. Thank you all SO much for following along and providing such great support.
Here are a couple of shots of the finished ship. More images will soon be up in the Gallery of Completed Builds, and once that is done I'll update this log accordingly.
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Chuck Seiler reacted to Moonbug in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
So... not a whole lot of mystery here with the construction of the pinnace.
I had the same issues with the cap rail using the Swiss Pear, but when through fewer iterations because I need I needed the patiences to just use a sharp blade.
I notched out the thwarts, and carved out the knees. The rails are pretty straightforward, glued together from the laser cut.
I ended up using small bits of boxwood for the oar locks. I couldn't manage to carve the basswood that small and still keep it in tact, so I went with the denser boxwood and just had them two "steps" carved.
Finally, I tethered the small boats to the waist beams. I know that this isn't a tradition knot of any kind - however this is the first type of "slip" knot my father taught me how to use. We moved a lot when I was young, and this is how he tied down all the stuff we'd load up on our open top, built ourselves trailer. It's a clever little knot that's easy to manipulate quickly when we'd stop at a rest stop and need something out of the back.
So this is a little homage to my late father. :-)
Coming up - the finale...
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Chuck Seiler reacted to Moonbug in USF Confederacy by Augie & Moonbug - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Well folks - it's all wrapped up except the photo shoot...
...more to come.
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from Scottish Guy in For Beginners -- A Cautionary Tale
Jud,
I strongly disagree. I take Chris' original post for what it is, a warning. I provide the same warning anytime I speak to a perspective modeler, whether it be at a club meeting or at our Ship Modeling booth at the county fair. Most people don't realize how difficult building a wooden ship is and how many sub-skills need to be developed before you can do a bang up job on a complicated model.
As seasoned modelers, we owe it to them to give them reasonable advice.
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Chuck Seiler reacted to Overworked724 in Sultana by Overworked724 (Patrick) – FINISHED - Model Shipways – Scale 1:64 – Solid Hull – First Wooden Model Ship
The volutes are difficult. Following Chuck's example, I'm trying Sculpy. I am not a sculptor but his practicum made it look easy. Not.
After trial is land error, finally got a system to produce some half decent volutes.
Toothpicks are amazing tools.
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from mtaylor in Oseberg by Mike Dowling - FINISHED - Amati- modified
Tony Curtis.
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Chuck Seiler reacted to Mike Dowling in Oseberg by Mike Dowling - FINISHED - Amati- modified
Thank you everyone for your kind comments. I am glad now that I didn't put it on the fire!!
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from RonaldB in Oseberg by Mike Dowling - FINISHED - Amati- modified
Tony Curtis.
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from Mike Dowling in Oseberg by Mike Dowling - FINISHED - Amati- modified
Tony Curtis.
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from mtaylor in Oseberg by Mike Dowling - FINISHED - Amati- modified
Well done!! Looks great.
I second your thoughts on "change".
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from mtaylor in Oseberg by Mike Dowling - FINISHED - Amati- modified
I think you "Drag file here" or "Choose file" using the link at the bottom of the post. I had to place the pic where I wanted it rather than the old way.
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from Mike Dowling in Oseberg by Mike Dowling - FINISHED - Amati- modified
Well done!! Looks great.
I second your thoughts on "change".
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Chuck Seiler reacted to Mike Dowling in Oseberg by Mike Dowling - FINISHED - Amati- modified
Sorry folks, looks like I got there in the end. I hate computers and I hate change but I guess I will get used to both !
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from EJ_L in Oseberg by Mike Dowling - FINISHED - Amati- modified
I think you "Drag file here" or "Choose file" using the link at the bottom of the post. I had to place the pic where I wanted it rather than the old way.
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from Mike Dowling in Oseberg by Mike Dowling - FINISHED - Amati- modified
I think you "Drag file here" or "Choose file" using the link at the bottom of the post. I had to place the pic where I wanted it rather than the old way.
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from Blighty in Oseberg by Mike Dowling - FINISHED - Amati- modified
Mike,
Keep in mind that a 'furled sail' is different than a 'stowed sail'. If a sail were completely removed from the yard, you may end up removing some or all of the running rigging as well. This would be dependent on the ship type. If the sails are just furled, you would need to be able to deploy the sail at short notice without having to re-rig the yard/mast/sail while underway.
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from Mike Dowling in Oseberg by Mike Dowling - FINISHED - Amati- modified
Mike,
Keep in mind that a 'furled sail' is different than a 'stowed sail'. If a sail were completely removed from the yard, you may end up removing some or all of the running rigging as well. This would be dependent on the ship type. If the sails are just furled, you would need to be able to deploy the sail at short notice without having to re-rig the yard/mast/sail while underway.
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Chuck Seiler reacted to Mike Dowling in Oseberg by Mike Dowling - FINISHED - Amati- modified
Chuck I saw that model too, it looked very smart. Width is not really a problem for me, I don't make display cases for my models as I don't have room for them and as the boss keeps telling me I have got too many of them!
Anyway, I am nearly there. The standing rigging is done - if that's what you call it on a Viking boat. The shields are on. I had to make a couple of boom like thingies but I have no idea what they were for.
I have to make the sail, rig it and then put it on. I am still not sure whether to do oars or sails or both. The oars will not look right if they are half in and half out although it seemed like a good idea. The rigging for the sail on this doesn't really allow it to be furled. Any bright ideas ?
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Chuck Seiler got a reaction from Eddie in What is the most EPIC kit available???
I have a mental breakdown just LOOKING at them.
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