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GLakie
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GLakie reacted to texxn5 in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hello Tony, thanks for the input. Glad you're enjoying the pictures. Today I made a list of what is left to do so I can check them off as I progress (also so I don't forget something). Looks like 16 lines for Braces, cutting-in stage and lashing the boats down to the Davits and then the base. I'm working on the first set of braces right now so we'll see.
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GLakie reacted to texxn5 in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hello Chance, good to see you back. I try to take as many pictures as possible. As they say, "a picture is worth a thousand words". I don't post them all here, but instead try to show a broader picture of where I'm at and then if someone needs details or is working on a point I've covered they can refer to my website for the details. This way I don't bore people who only wish to see an update and not how I got there.
Thanks and good luck with yours. You should start a log here on MSW.
John
http://www.charleswmorganmodel.com
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GLakie reacted to texxn5 in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hello Chris, welcome aboard. Thank you for the comment. It's been a long road, but the end is in sight.
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GLakie reacted to usedtosail in USS Constitution by usedtosail - FINISHED - Model Shipways - scale 1/76
Oh yes, this is part of her history, and not a very good part to me.
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GLakie reacted to J T Lombard in US Brig Syren by _SalD_ – FINISHED - 3/16" scale
Nils
Forgive my ignorance but could you show the pic you refer to when you talk about "sweeps" && "gallows"
regards
J
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GLakie got a reaction from Bobstrake in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
Never been on a sailing ship myself Matt, but it would seem to make sense to set them according to how strong the wind is. The stronger the wind, the lower on the mast to reduce stress on the mast. Just guessing of course.
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GLakie reacted to pete48 in Surabaya by Piet - 1/80 - Mid 17th-Century VOC ship
Beautiful work Piet, She is looking Amazing well done
Best Regards,
Pete
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GLakie reacted to KenW in Cutter Cheerful 1806 by rafine - FINISHED
Great job as always. I have to ask - Are those "seats of ease"?
Cheers and Happy Holidays.
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GLakie reacted to chance in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Outstanding work John. I certainly enjoy the photos showing the detail.
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GLakie reacted to mattsayers148 in Scottish Maid by mrangus - Artesania Latina - first build
I love it Robb! Hey I just posted a couple vids in my log showing some ideas on setting sails and their order, some furled, some set.
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GLakie reacted to mattsayers148 in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
It would seem that you guys are all correct. As CH said, conditions would determine order of setting sail. These vids give a good idea of the workings. Thank you guys for the input. I think Robb asked about this awhile back so hopefully this helps me, Robb and others to come up with new ideas for sail set up!
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GLakie got a reaction from Canute in USS Ranger by mattsayers148 - FINISHED - Corel SM55 - 1:64 - 4th build, 2nd build log
Never been on a sailing ship myself Matt, but it would seem to make sense to set them according to how strong the wind is. The stronger the wind, the lower on the mast to reduce stress on the mast. Just guessing of course.
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GLakie reacted to mobbsie in Half Moon by popeye the sailor - Billing Boats - 1:40 scale kit
Hi Denis,
Well done with the boat lashings mate, she could go round Cape Horn in a force 10 and that boat wouldn't move.
H.M. is looking really very good, so neat and tidy.
I hope you all have a lovely Christmas mate and that 2016 brings nothing but Happiness, Health and Prosperity.
Be Good
mobbsie
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GLakie reacted to NenadM in Cutty Sark by NenadM
Thank you for your notes, Harvey and Jud.
Actually, I intend to temporary fix stand on temporary working panel min 70-80 cm long and min 20-30 cm wide , and after all done, to use mechanical screws embedded on way I show on picture to fix stand on final board - floor of future glass cage. I was thinking a lot about lever forces which appears manipulating with distant tops of spars yards and masts. Also I am considering solution to make stand wider a bit on down side. Already told story about war between elegance and stability
During thinking process, I am playing with carving knifes I have got for some birthday from kids ( Shame on me, I opened it up only yesterday )
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GLakie reacted to Dimitris71 in HMS Agamemnon by Sjors - FINISHED - Caldercraft/Jotika - 1:64
Hello Sjors, I just went through your whole log and i don't know how i missed it for such a long time!!! Your workmanship is amazing ... You made me add this ship to my wish list... I'm looking forward from further updates. I will follow along if you don't mind! A Merry Christmas to you and Anja.
Kind Regards
Dimitris
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GLakie reacted to mobbsie in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hi John,
Wow, it's getting busy in there mate, your camera certainly picks up the details really well. I've seen her in a different light and she's beautiful.
Your getting a ship you can be really proud of, well done mate.
Be Good
mobbsie
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GLakie reacted to _SalD_ in US Brig Syren by _SalD_ – FINISHED - 3/16" scale
Thanks Thomas, I was hoping you would pick up the pace a bit, I liked watching you do it before I had to.
Thanks ca. I had thought about how to make them adjustable but that would have required more thinking . You can vary the distance a bit though depending on where you clamp the piece.
Thanks Nils, I figured I put the split rings there so I might as well use them.
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GLakie reacted to rtropp in US Brig Syren by rtropp - Model Shipways - 1:64
Sal,
I was tried but was having difficulty cutting down the tubing so it was close to the correct size. How did you cut the tubing on yours?
Richard
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GLakie reacted to _SalD_ in US Brig Syren by rtropp - Model Shipways - 1:64
Richard, nice job on the catheads. Have you ever tried copper or brass tubing for the sheaves? I usually cut a small slice of tubing and then file it down to fit.
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GLakie reacted to Tadeusz43 in Surabaya by Piet - 1/80 - Mid 17th-Century VOC ship
Hi,
The galley stove chimney on Batavia
Tadeusz
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GLakie reacted to Omega1234 in Surabaya by Piet - 1/80 - Mid 17th-Century VOC ship
Very, very nice, Piet!
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GLakie reacted to dgbot in Surabaya by Piet - 1/80 - Mid 17th-Century VOC ship
I echo everyone else Piet, The colors really bring it to life.
David B
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GLakie reacted to joske in Surabaya by Piet - 1/80 - Mid 17th-Century VOC ship
Hoi Piet, what a beauty.
Gr. Jos.
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GLakie reacted to mtaylor in Surabaya by Piet - 1/80 - Mid 17th-Century VOC ship
Beautiful work, Piet. The paint makes everything pop.
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