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pollex got a reaction from mtaylor in French resources on ships and boats 19th century et. al.
Don't forget to peruse the site that published the late Jean Boudriot's drawings and books.
there are (were?) a few publications like the Xebec and other Mediterranean vessels listed.
23 Jan'24 Pollex Calgary
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pollex got a reaction from Keith Black in Cannon Armed Clipper Thermopylae
When I was training with the Royal Canadian Sea cadets in Esquimalt, (Victoria, BC), I visited the Maritime Museum, and there was an interesting display for "Thermopylae", as it had sailed to BC also. This was
nearly 60 years ago, so I can't remember if there was a large model with
the clipper ship display. pollex (Calgary)
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pollex got a reaction from mtaylor in Cannon Armed Clipper Thermopylae
When I was training with the Royal Canadian Sea cadets in Esquimalt, (Victoria, BC), I visited the Maritime Museum, and there was an interesting display for "Thermopylae", as it had sailed to BC also. This was
nearly 60 years ago, so I can't remember if there was a large model with
the clipper ship display. pollex (Calgary)
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pollex got a reaction from billocrates in Young America 1853 by EdT - FINISHED - extreme clipper
Regarding Diagonal Frame Strapping;
It is my understanding that British clippers were composite built, as illustrated in
George Campbell's book "China Tea Clippers", eg. "Cutty Sark" and "Thermopylae";
whereas most of American clippers had fully Wooden construction. More suitable
wood sources were available in America and Canada, and American clippers were
larger by 1-1/2 or double the British tonnage. Diagonal (iron) strapping would have
been introduced when larger wooden timbers became scarce. Regards, pollex
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pollex got a reaction from EricWilliamMarshall in Golden Hind (ex-Pelican) by Baker - FINISHED - scale 1/45 - Galleon late 16th century
Hello Patrick;
With reference to the "Golden Hind", I bought a set of drawings from Glasgow
many years ago (30?) which were drawn by the late Harold A. Underhill. He named
this set of drawings, an "Elizabethan Galleon" HAU was an excellent draughtsman.
His details are very interesting. They were sold by "Brown, Ferguson & Son"
I'm sure you'll find them on the internet. Regards, pollex (Calgary)
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pollex got a reaction from bruce d in Dutch yacht by henry x - RESTORATION
Gentlemen; Your discussion of the Dutch yachts reminds me of the replica of "Nonsuch"
that was built in Devon, UK. It was built to celebrate the 300 th anniversary of the start of
the Hudson's Bay Company in 1670. This replica "Nonsuch" is now kept in downtown
Winnipeg. I think the late Alan Villiers was involved in sailing the replica to Canada. The
vessel size and rigging of "Nonsuch" seems similar to the Dutch yachts being discussed.
Regards Pollex, Calgary
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pollex got a reaction from Keith Black in Dutch yacht by henry x - RESTORATION
Gentlemen; Your discussion of the Dutch yachts reminds me of the replica of "Nonsuch"
that was built in Devon, UK. It was built to celebrate the 300 th anniversary of the start of
the Hudson's Bay Company in 1670. This replica "Nonsuch" is now kept in downtown
Winnipeg. I think the late Alan Villiers was involved in sailing the replica to Canada. The
vessel size and rigging of "Nonsuch" seems similar to the Dutch yachts being discussed.
Regards Pollex, Calgary
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pollex got a reaction from mtaylor in Dutch yacht by henry x - RESTORATION
Gentlemen; Your discussion of the Dutch yachts reminds me of the replica of "Nonsuch"
that was built in Devon, UK. It was built to celebrate the 300 th anniversary of the start of
the Hudson's Bay Company in 1670. This replica "Nonsuch" is now kept in downtown
Winnipeg. I think the late Alan Villiers was involved in sailing the replica to Canada. The
vessel size and rigging of "Nonsuch" seems similar to the Dutch yachts being discussed.
Regards Pollex, Calgary
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pollex got a reaction from mtaylor in Endurance - Shackelton’s Extraordinary Voyage
I remember reading "South" by Sir Ernest Shackleton in the 60's, as a teenager.
I was lying outside in the bright July sun, the glare from the pages almost
blinding me, but I was shivering as I read about the cold Antarctic Ice crushing
the hull of "Endurance" Brrr. Mark Pollex, Calgary
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pollex got a reaction from thibaultron in French ship cannons, 36pdr. 1779
Are you using the J.Boudriot books or plans as the source of your data. ?
I also have Boudriot"s books (4 volumes); also several other Ancre Monograms.
They are EXCELLENT ! Pollex, Calgary
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pollex got a reaction from mtaylor in French ship cannons, 36pdr. 1779
Are you using the J.Boudriot books or plans as the source of your data. ?
I also have Boudriot"s books (4 volumes); also several other Ancre Monograms.
They are EXCELLENT ! Pollex, Calgary
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pollex got a reaction from mtaylor in SS Great Eastern myths
For those Ship-modellers interested in modelling the "Great Eastern", please refer to
the British forum Model Boats. A gentleman by the name of Bob Abell built a large
model ( 7 ft or over 2 m.) which was propelled by 2 paddlewheels and screws (props.).
Apparently the BBC sent a crew to film the model sailing at Hoylake, Wirral. If you
read the MB forum, you'll read Bob reminiscing about this build. Pollex, Calgary
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pollex got a reaction from Canute in SS Great Eastern myths
For those Ship-modellers interested in modelling the "Great Eastern", please refer to
the British forum Model Boats. A gentleman by the name of Bob Abell built a large
model ( 7 ft or over 2 m.) which was propelled by 2 paddlewheels and screws (props.).
Apparently the BBC sent a crew to film the model sailing at Hoylake, Wirral. If you
read the MB forum, you'll read Bob reminiscing about this build. Pollex, Calgary
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pollex got a reaction from Jeronimo in French ship cannons, 36pdr. 1779
Are you using the J.Boudriot books or plans as the source of your data. ?
I also have Boudriot"s books (4 volumes); also several other Ancre Monograms.
They are EXCELLENT ! Pollex, Calgary
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pollex got a reaction from aviaamator in La Jacinthe 1823 by guraus - Scale 1:48
Hello Alexandrus,
I agree with the other folks that you've made a very fine model. However, as a retired draughtsman/designer, I 'm noting
an omission. I also have a set of the "Jacinth" dwgs from Ancre, but I'm not able to look at them now; I see you have put
3 reefs in the fore-topsail. How could the seamen reef the topsail, if there are no foot-ropes to stand on? These would not
be difficult to add! Kind Regards, Pollex (Calgary) 20 april'2020
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pollex reacted to Mirabell61 in Ship paintings
Jim,
again, thanks so much for sharing your work, its a pleasure to explore the fine details, the light and shadow effects, the ships wakes, even the small crtew members in action and the colors of the sea...
Wunderbar !!
Nils
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pollex reacted to Spellapeaka in Harvey by Spellapeaka - Artesania Latina - Baltimore Clipper
I really enjoyed remaking all of these do-dads (I don't know what they are called) I think the tone of the wood really sets them apart. Onward!
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pollex got a reaction from druxey in Early 18th century 50 vs 70 gun ship
Hello Druxy; I bought a set of plans drawn by R.J. Collins in the 60's
of a 50-gun Navy ship c.1730. There were 4 sheets to the scale 1:72
or 1"=6'-0". Then, they were sold by Percival Marshall, but now they may
be available from the British company which handles the "Model Boats"
plans. Hope this helps. Pollex, Calgary
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pollex got a reaction from mtaylor in Early 18th century 50 vs 70 gun ship
Hello Druxy; I bought a set of plans drawn by R.J. Collins in the 60's
of a 50-gun Navy ship c.1730. There were 4 sheets to the scale 1:72
or 1"=6'-0". Then, they were sold by Percival Marshall, but now they may
be available from the British company which handles the "Model Boats"
plans. Hope this helps. Pollex, Calgary
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pollex got a reaction from Baker in Golden Hind (ex-Pelican) by Baker - FINISHED - scale 1/45 - Galleon late 16th century
Hello Patrick;
With reference to the "Golden Hind", I bought a set of drawings from Glasgow
many years ago (30?) which were drawn by the late Harold A. Underhill. He named
this set of drawings, an "Elizabethan Galleon" HAU was an excellent draughtsman.
His details are very interesting. They were sold by "Brown, Ferguson & Son"
I'm sure you'll find them on the internet. Regards, pollex (Calgary)
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pollex got a reaction from mtaylor in Golden Hind (ex-Pelican) by Baker - FINISHED - scale 1/45 - Galleon late 16th century
Hello Patrick;
With reference to the "Golden Hind", I bought a set of drawings from Glasgow
many years ago (30?) which were drawn by the late Harold A. Underhill. He named
this set of drawings, an "Elizabethan Galleon" HAU was an excellent draughtsman.
His details are very interesting. They were sold by "Brown, Ferguson & Son"
I'm sure you'll find them on the internet. Regards, pollex (Calgary)
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pollex reacted to BANYAN in Roman Quadrireme c. 300 AD by Sharpie - Scale 1/48 - Partial Cutaway
Reider, I am not sure if Sharpie is still updating this log.
There is another log somewhere on this site that discusses the mechanisms for movement of the oars; it was very impressive - I just cannot recall the thread. A good search of the forum may turn it up for you.
cheers
Pat
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pollex reacted to yancovitch in La Couronne by yancovitch - FINISHED - RADIO
need some advice.....some kind of tissue or iron on heat shrink translucent material to cover the lantern....thought of 2oz fiberglass cloth but it falls apart too easily.....
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pollex reacted to Jack12477 in Viking Ship - Draken Harald Harfagre
Ian, Yes, it was nice to see her up close. The crew told us they had to remove the two dragons on the bow and stern in addition to stowing the mast while transiting the NY Barge Canal due to the very low bridges. I looked closely at both figure and I could not see where the separate from the ship. The decking was interesting also in that the individual planks had hand holds cut into them so the planks could be lifted out and gear stored beneath them.
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pollex reacted to yancovitch in Constellation 1856 by JerryTodd - 1:36 scale - RADIO - First Class Sloop of War
yes isn't it?....and its so nice to see so much information available to make a relatively accurate replica
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