
geoff
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geoff reacted to Jim Lad in hello from new member
Hello, and a warm welcome to the forum from 'Down Under'.
John
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geoff reacted to Worldway in hello from new member
I would suggest contacting AL directly. They may be able to help you. I'm not sure if you have any other options.
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geoff reacted to donrobinson in hello from new member
Welcome to MSW, I wish you luck in your search. I have a build log for the AL Mayflower, see my signature, that may help
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geoff got a reaction from Racer2000 in Confused newbie
welcome to MSW Bruce. all the best in your new hobby. Geoff
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geoff got a reaction from mtaylor in Confused newbie
welcome to MSW Bruce. all the best in your new hobby. Geoff
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geoff reacted to mtaylor in Confused newbie
Bruce,
I don't know for sure but Dusek Maristella might have some "starter" kits. From what I've seen of the models being built, they're pretty good.
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geoff reacted to Racer2000 in Confused newbie
Thank's everyone some real good suggestions.
Rabid that Bluenose kit was something I looked at as well.
Chris thanks for the suggestion, downloading it now.
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geoff reacted to ChrisLBren in Confused newbie
Hey Bruce,
Pick up this book - I purchased it back in 1994 when I was getting into the hobby - and successfully built an AL Harvey, POB as my first ship model. You can find a Harvey on Ebay - very simple hull lines and rig. While not entirely accurate - its an easy fun build to get your feet wet. Mastini references this build along with the Blue Nose in the text of his book.
https://www.amazon.com/Ship-Modeling-Simplified-Techniques-Construction/dp/0071558675
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geoff reacted to mtaylor in Confused newbie
Hi Bruce,
You've got some great input from the others. So I'll just say "Welcome to MSW".
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geoff reacted to -Dallen in Confused newbie
Hello Bruce and welcome to the group. Don't be distracted by "Older Post" as you will find that they usually represent tried and true methods that are very relevant to the current discipline. Choosing to start with plastic or wood is entirely a personal choice. One thing to consider is your current arsenal of tools that can be used without a huge outlay of money until you decide which speciality (or both) to pursue. Another idea is to browse the build logs and find something or a specific build that you are interested in. That way you have an immediate resource to help guide you as everyone here is ready to assist you. Welcome aboard and happy modeling.
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geoff reacted to DaddyWhale in Confused newbie
Hi Bruce,
I'm guessing that you are Canadian since you linked to Amazon Canada and the model you identified is the Bluenose from Nova Scotia.
A wooden model of the Bluenose that is often suggested as a challenging first build is the Model Shipways Bluenose. You can find it on the Model Expo website (modelexpo-online.com). It's more expensive than the one you linked to. But customer support is good.
The other good thing about the Model Shipways Bluenose is that there's a good "practicum" for it produced by Lauck Street Shipyard. This practicum provides step-by-step instructions on the build as well as a list of recommended tools. The author, Bob Hunt, is also very helpful should you have any questions.
Hope this helps.
Best,
Rabi
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geoff reacted to Anja in Confused newbie
Hello Bruce and welcome aboard,
Whatever you decide for your first build, make sure it has your interest and that you really want to build it.
That way you'll be more likely to get through the trials and errors.
And when you're ready, I hope you will join us by contributing your buildlog here.
This is a great place to learn and share tips and techniques.
If needed, you'll find plenty of help, advise and encouragement from everyone.
I wish you smooth sailing and happy modelling.
Regards,
Anja
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geoff reacted to EJ_L in Confused newbie
Welcome to MSW Bruce! A lot of picking the best first kit comes down to is your personal skill level not just with model ship building but also models in general. What kind of tools do you have and what types of things have you made in the past? That being said, you are thinking along the right paths.
Typically, plastic is more straight forward in that the instructions are more step-by-step compared to wood which are more like reading blueprints to see the final design but having to figure out how to achieve it yourself. You always run the risk of missing or faulty parts in any kit, wood or plastic. Replacements for either are usually fairly easy from most of the reputable hobby shops and manufacturers. The difficulty of any detail work, be it rigging, planking deck furniture etc., always increases the smaller you go. However, the larger a model becomes, the more room it takes and more work is created due to the sheer size. It is a balancing act to find what you are comfortable with. A smaller model is typically better for learning though as there is less work to be done. A solid hull is simpler than planking on a frame simply because there is a lot less involved and you now have a solid surface to plank over which provides better support in the difficult areas.
There are way to many kits out there both wood and plastic to really give suggestions. I recommend looking for something that is simple however, as you already said, a lot of those do not appeal to you. Finding a ship that inspires you is very important but you do not want to become overwhelmed. Whichever you decide, we will be more than happy to help you through the learning process so you will have a model to be proud of and hopefully discover a hobby which will provide you many great hours of happiness in your retirement.
Good luck to you and I will look forward to seeing what you decide to start with!
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geoff reacted to amateur in Confused newbie
Actually, i dont think this will be a rewarding kit.
It looks like a bunch of slightly-out of-scale-put-together-parts.
It is not size as such which is the determining factor, it is scale. Anything below1:64 is kind of fiddly. A large scale model of a small ship is easiervin that respect.
Plastic is a different terrain, but not necessarily easier. Most plastic models are small scale, and therefore have their problems in painting, and detailing. Mking a convincing model out of a plastic kit is something quite daunting:)
With respect to starter: I would choose a model of a relatively snall ship (not a rowing boat;) ), from a fairly known company (so you can find fellow builders)
Solid hull or pob? Each their own problems. I did a couple of solid hulls when i was a kid. Problem was that the raw hulls in the kot weren't symmetrical. Took me ages to get them reasonable .... when the basic is OK, it should be easier.
Jan
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geoff reacted to allanyed in Confused newbie
Bruce,
First and foremost, welcome. Let it be known that you are one of over 26,000 members that are probably confused at one time or another with our builds, so you are far from being alone in that regard.
I am sure you will get a lot of responses regarding kit recommendations.
Allan.
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geoff reacted to Racer2000 in Confused newbie
Hello to all. My name is Bruce, recently forced into retirement and I'm a rookie to wooden model building.
I have read the posts on choosing your first build and have learned a lot about the topic. Most posts though are several years old and was wondering if anything pertinent has changed recently.
I am debating between plastic or wood. I believe plastic offers more of a straight forward build (meaning no fabricating of parts, but due to age of molds a lot of flash to remove as well as the chance of parts being missing or warped) and usually less rigging allowing a newbie to get their "feet wet" but it is plastic.
Small wooden kits of row boats, long boats, cut aways and viking boats just don't perk my interest. I was wondering if this might be a good first model. https://www.amazon.ca/Bluenose-Starter-Boat-Kit-Wooden/dp/B00MOBMJZ2
I also have a few questions if you don't mind:
is this being a smaller model of only 13 inches, will tying the rigging be an Issue?
Is trying to shape a solid hull that much easier than building a single plank pob model?
Thank you in advance for those who respond.
Cheers,
Bruce
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geoff got a reaction from PeteB in New member and new builder
Welcome to MSW "Boxer13"All the best, Geoff
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geoff got a reaction from mtaylor in New member and new builder
Welcome to MSW "Boxer13"All the best, Geoff
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geoff reacted to Anja in New member and new builder
Welcome aboard Boxer,
You've come to the right place. This is a great site for learning/sharing tips and techniques.
As for your build, whatever you decide, make sure it has your interest and that you really want to build it.
That way you'll be more likely to get through the trials and errors.
And if needed, you'll find plenty of help, advise and encouragement from everyone.
You might have a look in the Ship Modeling Database of articles for information about Model Ship Kits - What to expect and Kit selection http://modelshipworldforum.com/ship-model-plans-and-research.php
I wish you smooth sailing and happy modelling,
Regards,
Anja
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geoff reacted to PeteB in New member and new builder
Hi Boxer welcome aboard from another fairly new modeller also from the lower part of the world - I have found that there is no such thing as a silly question on this site so just ask.. Happy Modelling - Cheers Pete
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geoff reacted to Worldway in New member and new builder
Welcome aboard Boxer13. We are all on a first name basis here. You have come to the right place for your boat building experience. Like Doug, I too am on my first build and have learned a ton from it.
One thing I did was to buy an inexpensive boat that is beginner friendly so I can learn from it. I have found it very valuable in learning different ways of doing things and new techniques. I don't know if the boat will ever make it to the display case but I can honestly say that when I do my next build, the Bluenose, I will have some experience behind me.
I hope when you select a boat you will start a build log. Look forward to seeing it.
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geoff reacted to Heronguy in New member and new builder
Hi Boxer13,
I've just started this myself. You'll find lots of great help here as you get you 1st build underway! There are some suggestions for new builders that you can consider on the new members forum if you haven't seeing already
Doug
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geoff got a reaction from mtaylor in Nearly new member saying hi!
welcome to MSW Len . All the best, Geoff
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geoff reacted to skifflake in Nearly new member saying hi!
Welcome. I live just down the road. Skiff Lake NB. Pat