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JSGerson got a reaction from mtbediz in USS Constitution by Unegawahya - Model Shipways - scale 1:76
Hey, I'm not the holding anybody to a rule book😁! The builder is the captain of the way his ship looks.
The present day ship does have the hammock stanchions and netting. What it doesn't have are the the actual hammocks bundles in the netting. I assume, they are not there for practical reasons like cost and upkeep. I am thinking about adding the bundled hammocks to my model when the time comes. My philosophy is I add nothing to my model (that I am aware of) that are for tourists (safety equipment, electric lighting, loud speakers, gun port netting, etc.) and add stuff that would be there if the tourist weren't (e.g., hammocks, gun rigging, etc.). Both you and Peter have beautiful models, just different styles.
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from Nearshore in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
You might want to add all of the eyebolts, blocks, and carvings now, off ship while it's easier to do before, installing the catheads to the hull.
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from GGibson in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
You might want to add all of the eyebolts, blocks, and carvings now, off ship while it's easier to do before, installing the catheads to the hull.
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from mtbediz in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
That's why it's called "fiddly work." 😁 If you want real fiddly work, try working on the canopy frames!😅
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from Unegawahya in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
That's why it's called "fiddly work." 😁 If you want real fiddly work, try working on the canopy frames!😅
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from Unegawahya in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
The 1/32" eyebolts I have from Model Expo are made from 1/32" brass wire with the eye interior opening of approximate 1/32" diameter. This translates to 2.4" interior eye diameter made from 2.4" diameter rod at full scale. So yes as Mustafa said, the smaller the belter... depending on its application.
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from Unegawahya in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
Seems Mr. Hunt missed it too. Always glad to help
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from Unegawahya in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
Take a look at plan #3. In the center of the plan there are the end views (combined forward and aft) with the title "Hull Planning Layout." It shows clearly the gap in the top gallant bow rail. Clearly, Mr. Hunt made a boo boo here. But I forgive him; he is human after all. I think he was rushing to finish his practicum.
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from GGibson in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
That's why it's called "fiddly work." 😁 If you want real fiddly work, try working on the canopy frames!😅
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from Der Alte Rentner in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
That's why it's called "fiddly work." 😁 If you want real fiddly work, try working on the canopy frames!😅
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from Der Alte Rentner in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
The 1/32" eyebolts I have from Model Expo are made from 1/32" brass wire with the eye interior opening of approximate 1/32" diameter. This translates to 2.4" interior eye diameter made from 2.4" diameter rod at full scale. So yes as Mustafa said, the smaller the belter... depending on its application.
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from catopower in USS Constitution by g8rfan99 - BlueJacket Shipcrafters - 1/98
Here are a few more
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JSGerson got a reaction from GGibson in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
The 1/32" eyebolts I have from Model Expo are made from 1/32" brass wire with the eye interior opening of approximate 1/32" diameter. This translates to 2.4" interior eye diameter made from 2.4" diameter rod at full scale. So yes as Mustafa said, the smaller the belter... depending on its application.
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from mtbediz in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
The 1/32" eyebolts I have from Model Expo are made from 1/32" brass wire with the eye interior opening of approximate 1/32" diameter. This translates to 2.4" interior eye diameter made from 2.4" diameter rod at full scale. So yes as Mustafa said, the smaller the belter... depending on its application.
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from Unegawahya in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
Only 5 years? I'm into mine 8 years and am now just starting the spar deck. I figure another 3 years for me.😏
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from mort stoll in USS Constitution by g8rfan99 - BlueJacket Shipcrafters - 1/98
Here are a few more
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1910 - NH 54010.tiff
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JSGerson got a reaction from Kenneth Powell in USS Constitution by g8rfan99 - BlueJacket Shipcrafters - 1/98
Here are a few more
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1910 - NH 54010.tiff
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JSGerson got a reaction from woodartist in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
The 1/32" eyebolts I have from Model Expo are made from 1/32" brass wire with the eye interior opening of approximate 1/32" diameter. This translates to 2.4" interior eye diameter made from 2.4" diameter rod at full scale. So yes as Mustafa said, the smaller the belter... depending on its application.
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from GGibson in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
I know you asked this question to Geoff, but I thought I would throw in my two cents. I've always felt that the eye bolts supplied by Model Shipway were for the most part, too big for the scale of the model. Some years ago I found on eBay, Model Shipway supplied 1/32" brass eyebolts sold in a 1,000 items per bag. A 1/32" eyebolt is about 2.4" scale (1:76.8). I have used just about every one of them. Unfortunately, I could not find that deal again. But I have found from various vendors the 1/32" eyebolts both in brass and copper but sold in smaller units. For me, they are a must have item. I suggest that you have a supply of these as they will be very handy to have.
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from GGibson in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
Take a look at plan #3. In the center of the plan there are the end views (combined forward and aft) with the title "Hull Planning Layout." It shows clearly the gap in the top gallant bow rail. Clearly, Mr. Hunt made a boo boo here. But I forgive him; he is human after all. I think he was rushing to finish his practicum.
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from Der Alte Rentner in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
Only 5 years? I'm into mine 8 years and am now just starting the spar deck. I figure another 3 years for me.😏
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from Der Alte Rentner in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
Peter, I have said many times on other build logs, that Mr. Hunt never fully built his Constitution model, but just enough to show how it should done. He also skipped some details and not others. In the case of the bow top gallant bow, he messed up. As you pointed out on his model, the flair on either side of the top bow gallant rail is missing. And what isn't missing should be, specifically the space above the bowsprit as it passes through the rail. Mind you, I'm not putting down his practicum, it's got a lot of good stuff but it's not the end all reference. Always, always check the actual photos when you can. And if you can't find photos, ask me, I might have what you are looking for.
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from mtbediz in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
Peter, I have said many times on other build logs, that Mr. Hunt never fully built his Constitution model, but just enough to show how it should done. He also skipped some details and not others. In the case of the bow top gallant bow, he messed up. As you pointed out on his model, the flair on either side of the top bow gallant rail is missing. And what isn't missing should be, specifically the space above the bowsprit as it passes through the rail. Mind you, I'm not putting down his practicum, it's got a lot of good stuff but it's not the end all reference. Always, always check the actual photos when you can. And if you can't find photos, ask me, I might have what you are looking for.
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from mtbediz in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
OK, now we know that Mustafa is building the 2015 version (no top gallant rail except for the bow), you are building the 1927 version (top gallant rail all around), and I'm building the present day version (no top gallant rail at all) of the USS Constitution. The other two most common versions are 1797 launch and the War of 1812. This is why I have always said you must decide what era you are modeling right at the beginning of your build and stick to it. Note, the MS kit is based on the 1927 restoration and BlueJacket and Revell are based on 1812. I don't know what the others (that I know about) are officially based on (Mamoli, Mantua, Constructo, Billing Boats, and Scientific).
Jon
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JSGerson got a reaction from Unegawahya in USS Constitution by Der Alte Rentner - Model Shipways - 1/76
Peter, I have said many times on other build logs, that Mr. Hunt never fully built his Constitution model, but just enough to show how it should done. He also skipped some details and not others. In the case of the bow top gallant bow, he messed up. As you pointed out on his model, the flair on either side of the top bow gallant rail is missing. And what isn't missing should be, specifically the space above the bowsprit as it passes through the rail. Mind you, I'm not putting down his practicum, it's got a lot of good stuff but it's not the end all reference. Always, always check the actual photos when you can. And if you can't find photos, ask me, I might have what you are looking for.
Jon
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