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bebopsteve got a reaction from Canute in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways February 17, 2016

Hi Tom,
Nothing done yet. Trying to figure a way to make one. I wonder if model expo has one large enough.
bebopsteve got a reaction from jablackwell in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways January 25, 2017

Here are a few more of the 99% completed Philly. Just adding some crates, barrels, cannon gear and cannon balls. I am actually kinda sad the build is almost over. Thinking of the Rattlesnake to start the year off, but I have to get display case conjured up for the Philly.
bebopsteve got a reaction from GuntherMT in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways February 16, 2016

Well, I am done ... except for a few very minor touch ups and procuring a display case. (Rudder is done, but not on because I am a klutz and will break it while moving the boat around)... Thanks to all who have helped! and a special thanks to Chuck Seiler who gave me great advise and answered my rookie questions. I am hooked on this ship building thing, and I know my next build will be way better. AND I know I will be asking tons of questions.. Thanks again Everyone! Have a great Holiday season !! Here are a few photos..And...Go Hawks!
bebopsteve reacted to Chuck Seiler in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways   January 9, 2016

Steve,
    I was trying to find the discussion by Chuck regarding his painting method. I thought it was inhis CONFEDERACY log, but I can no longer find that one. I see you were able to communicate with him regarding the primer issue.

    How did you like the look of the paint job? It is hard to tell from the photo, but it looks pretty good. As I recall, Chuck recommends a light sanding every 2 or 3 coats with very fine (800-1200 grit) sandpaper. Hopefully he will see this and chime in.

    Good luck with RATTLESNAKE..
bebopsteve got a reaction from alde in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways March 10, 2016

Here are some paint samples, 20 thin coats.. Mars Black and Yellow Ochre.
bebopsteve got a reaction from alde in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways March 10, 2016

Hey Chuck!
Just received today, my New project, Rattlesnake! Nice looking plans, manual and all the parts are in the box. Man, the scale is so much smaller than my Philly build. Have to get new glasses! Anyway, I will read the manual and gear up for the build.
Also today I went out and purchased a few tubes of the Winsor & Newton acrylic paint. One each of black and yellow ochre. (colors for the build). Tonite I have been test painting some basswood. I used primer on one, no primer on the other. I mixed the paint 50/50 with distilled water and the results are Excellent. I am up to 6 coats. no brush marks, smooth uniform finish. However, I seem to like the Un primed surface better. My question is this. Is priming a must? Or is it important for long term duration? Anyway, I eagerly await comments and advice!
bebopsteve got a reaction from mrshanks in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways March 9, 2016

Here are some paint samples, 20 thin coats.. Mars Black and Yellow Ochre.
bebopsteve got a reaction from Ryland Craze in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways January 9, 2016

Here are some paint samples, 20 thin coats.. Mars Black and Yellow Ochre.
bebopsteve reacted to Chuck Seiler in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways January 4, 2016

You'll be scratch building next.

Galley WASHINGTON is calling. <Steve...BUILD ME!!!, Build me!!!!>
bebopsteve got a reaction from GuntherMT in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways February 16, 2016

Here are a few more of the 99% completed Philly. Just adding some crates, barrels, cannon gear and cannon balls. I am actually kinda sad the build is almost over. Thinking of the Rattlesnake to start the year off, but I have to get display case conjured up for the Philly.
bebopsteve got a reaction from MikeB4 in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways December 31, 2015

Well, I am done ... except for a few very minor touch ups and procuring a display case. (Rudder is done, but not on because I am a klutz and will break it while moving the boat around)... Thanks to all who have helped! and a special thanks to Chuck Seiler who gave me great advise and answered my rookie questions. I am hooked on this ship building thing, and I know my next build will be way better. AND I know I will be asking tons of questions.. Thanks again Everyone! Have a great Holiday season !! Here are a few photos..And...Go Hawks!
bebopsteve got a reaction from mtaylor in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways December 30, 2015

Thanks Chuck.. Do you use an airbrush setup?
bebopsteve got a reaction from Canute in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways December 30, 2015

Thanks Chuck.. Do you use an airbrush setup?
bebopsteve reacted to Chuck Seiler in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways December 30, 2015

It depends on if you plan to paint it or not. If you plan to paint it all, don't bother with different wood. If you plan to go 'au naturale', at least in part, boxwood above the wale would look nice. The black parts can be painted, but I would recommend checking out Chuck P's painting technique in either his CONFEDERACY or WINCHELSEA...I forget. Basically, it is many (8 or10) coats of very thinned out acrylic paint. I have tried it with good results.

Below the wale? That depends on how good you are at planking. For my PROVIDENCE, I was using holly below the wale with good results (until I stalled). However, that is after MANY attempts at properly planking below a wale. With my SULTANA, the planking did not go well and I used much wood filler to fix. No worries. Sand it down nice,spray paint. I used a cream colored paint...don't recall the color, but I will find it...(I don't like the stark white) and I think it look great. Maybe I will get off my butt, finish it and have it at the NRG Conference next year.
bebopsteve got a reaction from dgbot in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways December 30, 2015

Funny you should ask Chuck! I ordered the Rattlesnake from model expo (ebay site) and got it basically half price and free shipping. It is actually on route now..Anyway, looks like a nice long build. I am wondering if I should consider a different wood for planking hull and decks. Again, any advise welcome!! Have a Happy New Year!
bebopsteve got a reaction from Chuck Seiler in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways December 30, 2015

Funny you should ask Chuck! I ordered the Rattlesnake from model expo (ebay site) and got it basically half price and free shipping. It is actually on route now..Anyway, looks like a nice long build. I am wondering if I should consider a different wood for planking hull and decks. Again, any advise welcome!! Have a Happy New Year!
bebopsteve got a reaction from Canute in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways December 29, 2015

Funny you should ask Chuck! I ordered the Rattlesnake from model expo (ebay site) and got it basically half price and free shipping. It is actually on route now..Anyway, looks like a nice long build. I am wondering if I should consider a different wood for planking hull and decks. Again, any advise welcome!! Have a Happy New Year!
bebopsteve got a reaction from mtaylor in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways December 29, 2015

Funny you should ask Chuck! I ordered the Rattlesnake from model expo (ebay site) and got it basically half price and free shipping. It is actually on route now..Anyway, looks like a nice long build. I am wondering if I should consider a different wood for planking hull and decks. Again, any advise welcome!! Have a Happy New Year!
bebopsteve reacted to Chuck Seiler in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways December 29, 2015

Great job! What's on tap next?
bebopsteve got a reaction from Altduck in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways December 31, 2015

Here are a few more of the 99% completed Philly. Just adding some crates, barrels, cannon gear and cannon balls. I am actually kinda sad the build is almost over. Thinking of the Rattlesnake to start the year off, but I have to get display case conjured up for the Philly.
bebopsteve got a reaction from Landlubber Mike in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways December 29, 2015

Here are a few more of the 99% completed Philly. Just adding some crates, barrels, cannon gear and cannon balls. I am actually kinda sad the build is almost over. Thinking of the Rattlesnake to start the year off, but I have to get display case conjured up for the Philly.
bebopsteve got a reaction from steamschooner in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways December 29, 2015

Well, I am done ... except for a few very minor touch ups and procuring a display case. (Rudder is done, but not on because I am a klutz and will break it while moving the boat around)... Thanks to all who have helped! and a special thanks to Chuck Seiler who gave me great advise and answered my rookie questions. I am hooked on this ship building thing, and I know my next build will be way better. AND I know I will be asking tons of questions.. Thanks again Everyone! Have a great Holiday season !! Here are a few photos..And...Go Hawks!
bebopsteve got a reaction from steamschooner in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways December 29, 2015

Here are a few more of the 99% completed Philly. Just adding some crates, barrels, cannon gear and cannon balls. I am actually kinda sad the build is almost over. Thinking of the Rattlesnake to start the year off, but I have to get display case conjured up for the Philly.
bebopsteve got a reaction from Seventynet in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways December 29, 2015

Here are a few more of the 99% completed Philly. Just adding some crates, barrels, cannon gear and cannon balls. I am actually kinda sad the build is almost over. Thinking of the Rattlesnake to start the year off, but I have to get display case conjured up for the Philly.
bebopsteve got a reaction from mtaylor in GUNBOAT PHILADELPHIA by Steve.Y - FINISHED - Model Shipways December 24, 2015

Oh and Everyone have a great Holiday Season and a happy New Year!!

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