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mtdoramike got a reaction from GLakie in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
Now that I'm getting close to starting the rigging, I'm going to get some tar from my local home improvement store and try and thin it down enough to make it the consistancy of paint to use on some of the rigging like the rat lines. Model Expo used to sell liquid tar made by Flow Quil paints that I used to use. But they stopped selling their paints.
mike
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mtdoramike got a reaction from GLakie in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
Not difficult at all actually. I think it would just require removing the 4 top screws and top frame pieces and then slide the panel out of the top.
mike
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mtdoramike got a reaction from GLakie in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
The case comes with plexi-glass or acrylic, not actual glass. I agree actual glass would have been way to heavy.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Dimitris71 in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
The display case arrived this afternoon. The UPS driver said it was one of the biggest packages that he had ever delivered to a residence at 128 pounds. I told him that it was a display case for a ship model, he replied "Dude, 128 pounds, that must be one heck of a model". Upon inspection, I would guess that at least 30 pounds of the 128 pounds will end up being packaging because it is packages very well. Here is a picture of how I received it with a yard stick in front of it.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Harvey in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
Here is some updated pictures of the build so far. As you can see from one of the pictures, the board that I use to build the masts on before mounting them on the model.
I also really, really hate to paint nice beautiful wood, so I went by my local Hobby Lobby and sifted through their stock of dowel rods and found most of the sizes I need to build the mast and spares with.
Mike
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mtdoramike got a reaction from clearway in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
hahahahahahaha Thanks, not really, I haven't finished it yet so the jury is still out on it. But seriously, I have built so many models over the years for them to either wind up in some private collect, board room or lobby of some corporation that I just wanted to build one that local folks could see and appreciate it, hate it, nit pick it, critique it or admire it and it not cost them anything to do so. I also have a kit of the Montane's by OCcre that I picked up on the classifieds here that I hope to build once the Vic is finished and donate it to a charity of some sort like Make a Wish, St. Judes or similar, (which ever will accept it) for them to auction or raffle off. But that will be a couple of years and about 2500 hours down the road.
Mike
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Dimitris71 in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
Here are a few pictures of the display case that I'm having built by Abordage of Miami Florida. They had the best price for a display case that uses 4.5mm plexi (the biggest they offer) and framed with solid hand rubbed mahogany frames and base for a tad under $1000.00 shipped. It comes in a kit form and must be put together. I will do a little build log on the display case with my review also when I receive the kit. The only drawback I see so far is they quote you a time frame of six to eight weeks for delivery and so far it's spot on, I just received the tracking number from Abordage yesterday, which was at the end of the sixth week.
Mike
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mtdoramike got a reaction from clearway in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
Here is some updated pictures of the build so far. As you can see from one of the pictures, the board that I use to build the masts on before mounting them on the model.
I also really, really hate to paint nice beautiful wood, so I went by my local Hobby Lobby and sifted through their stock of dowel rods and found most of the sizes I need to build the mast and spares with.
Mike
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mtdoramike got a reaction from GLakie in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
hahahahahahaha Thanks, not really, I haven't finished it yet so the jury is still out on it. But seriously, I have built so many models over the years for them to either wind up in some private collect, board room or lobby of some corporation that I just wanted to build one that local folks could see and appreciate it, hate it, nit pick it, critique it or admire it and it not cost them anything to do so. I also have a kit of the Montane's by OCcre that I picked up on the classifieds here that I hope to build once the Vic is finished and donate it to a charity of some sort like Make a Wish, St. Judes or similar, (which ever will accept it) for them to auction or raffle off. But that will be a couple of years and about 2500 hours down the road.
Mike
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mtdoramike got a reaction from GLakie in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
Thanks George, The mast board makes sure to keep the glue off of the main deck while building the masts. The only issue is keeping everything lined up and straight. I should have a report on the display case shortly since it shows that UPS is scheduled to deliver it today. The weight on the display kit isn"t for the faint of heart with the UPS tracking info indicating the weight at 128 pounds.
mike
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mtdoramike reacted to GLakie in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
She's got some height to her now Mike! Very nice! Good idea with the assembly jig for the masts. Yes, you're a better man than me, as I'd have real difficulty giving her away, opposed to keeping it in the family. I'll definitely be interested in seeing the case go up. I'll probably go with them as well, since their prices seem to be much more reasonable.
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mtdoramike reacted to thomaslambo in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
Hi Mike,
Just beautiful work as usual....and the stand is looking great.
I've yet to do any Rigging so it's a nice tip for me to see how you assembled the masts on a separate board.
Also, I missed the fact that you're donating the ship and display case to the Library....definitely a kind and generous thing to do on your part
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mtdoramike got a reaction from foxy in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
Here are a few pictures of the display case that I'm having built by Abordage of Miami Florida. They had the best price for a display case that uses 4.5mm plexi (the biggest they offer) and framed with solid hand rubbed mahogany frames and base for a tad under $1000.00 shipped. It comes in a kit form and must be put together. I will do a little build log on the display case with my review also when I receive the kit. The only drawback I see so far is they quote you a time frame of six to eight weeks for delivery and so far it's spot on, I just received the tracking number from Abordage yesterday, which was at the end of the sixth week.
Mike
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mtdoramike got a reaction from GLakie in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
Here is some updated pictures of the build so far. As you can see from one of the pictures, the board that I use to build the masts on before mounting them on the model.
I also really, really hate to paint nice beautiful wood, so I went by my local Hobby Lobby and sifted through their stock of dowel rods and found most of the sizes I need to build the mast and spares with.
Mike
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mtdoramike reacted to wq3296 in Kits to start with and avoid?
Greetings,
Full disclosure: I have not built any AL kits. However, it is my understanding that they are good value for money and good platforms from which to build a decent model. As with everything else, you get what you pay for. Don't expect the best woods, fittings, drawings, instructions, etc. unless you are prepared to pay higher prices than for a typical AL model. Personally, I like MS and Bluejacket models for all experience levels. Plus, made in USA.
wq3296
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mtdoramike got a reaction from bryanc in HM Brig Supply 1759 by bryanc - FINISHED - Caldercraft - Scale 1:64
Thanks for clearing that up Bryan.
Mike
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Dimitris71 in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
I have been working on the hammock stays and found that I have to cut a groove into the railings in order to mount them securely since the hammock stays that were sent to me by Artesania Latina weren't the supplied etched plate, but loose hammock stays sold individually. I cut the bottom corners off of the hammock stays, which helped them fit into the groove better. They also only sent me three sizes and I believe there are about 4-5 sizes shown in the manual. It's not that big of a deal except for the rear railings in front of the stern castle, there is like 4 different sizes shown just to get that slope correctly. So I will have to use the largest stays, cut off the posts and drill small holes the same width as the normal stays and cut the posts once I gauge the height properly. Thanks Latina for throwing that little curve ball in there.
Mike
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mtdoramike got a reaction from clearway in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
I have been working on the hammock stays and found that I have to cut a groove into the railings in order to mount them securely since the hammock stays that were sent to me by Artesania Latina weren't the supplied etched plate, but loose hammock stays sold individually. I cut the bottom corners off of the hammock stays, which helped them fit into the groove better. They also only sent me three sizes and I believe there are about 4-5 sizes shown in the manual. It's not that big of a deal except for the rear railings in front of the stern castle, there is like 4 different sizes shown just to get that slope correctly. So I will have to use the largest stays, cut off the posts and drill small holes the same width as the normal stays and cut the posts once I gauge the height properly. Thanks Latina for throwing that little curve ball in there.
Mike
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mtdoramike reacted to Paul0367 in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
Love the name plate, very classy. Regards the case, i'm also going to have to look at Perspex based on the comments regards the weight issues.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from marktiedens in Wasa by marktiedens - FINISHED - Corel - scale 1:75 (Vasa)
Beautiful work.
Mike
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mtdoramike reacted to Keith_W in San Felipe by Salty Dog - Panart - Scale 1: 75, 1690 In Progress
Arrr, Salty Dog. Them structures be seats of ease. Toilets.
They should be installed straight. Carve some wood or use some filler and paint to fill in the gaps.
Great subject by the way ... how about more pictures of your build?
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mtdoramike got a reaction from GLakie in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
I would love to see the finished product, especially the Bounty with the Mutiny poster in the back ground. That would be awesome.
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mtdoramike got a reaction from GLakie in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
Thanks Boyd, I was actually quite surprised by the $6.99 price tag of the heavy brass engraved name plate. The last engraved name plate that I got locally about 7 years ago only had like two lines engraved and cost me double that price. I happened upon North Country Trophies on Ebay
Mike
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mtdoramike got a reaction from GLakie in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
Thanks George. Yes, that was the best price hands down that I found for a display case of this magnitude WITH wood base and frames rather than clear view or fish tank look. I don't think people really consider the "after the model situations like displaying such a beast". I knew going in that I wouldn't be keeping the Vic so I had no worries about where to display her. Now, I knew that I would have to get a display case for her and assumed the cost would be $500.00-$600.00 and boy was I wrong. You can make a display case this large for about $600.00 as long as you know that you will more than likely be left with either red oak or some other type of wood readily available at your local lumber yard or home improvement store.
Mike
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mtdoramike got a reaction from Dimitris71 in HMS Victory by mtdoramike - FINISHED - Artesania Latina
Well I have the display case on order from Abordage total on the 55 X 40 X 20 (inside measurements) with plexi and mahogany base and frame is like $870.00. I also ordered and received the special name plate from North Country Trophies in WI. total on this was $6.00 for the two inch X four inch brass engraved plate. I will also include a nice binder along with the model and display case, which will give a bio of the real Victory as well as a sequence of events while building the model as well as a list of people and companies that I have dealt with during the build of this model as honorable mention. The name plate is stunning.
Mike
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