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foxy got a reaction from Seventynet in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Cheers Frankie.
Have taken another look at your sail building and have some of your pictures saved to get reference from.
AS you can see I have been following it very closely.
Thanks for explaining the technic aspect of this and very usefull it has been.
I can see you have been a long time in working on this side of sailing ships.
That's what this and other forums are for, so we all, if interested, can learn from others.
Thanks again.
Frank.
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foxy got a reaction from Seventynet in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Thanks OC .
Well as most British warships had white sails were possible, but hob/sense licence can be applied here .
A better picture of the tops so far.
Just to finish the ratties and then its sails/yards.
Most done on the yards, but might add sails to yards first before mounting.'we shall see'.
Frank.
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foxy got a reaction from GLakie in USS Constitution by Force9 - Revell - PLASTIC - Revisiting the classic 1/96 kit
Any new developments Evan.
Still following what is a very interesting project on this Iconic ship.
Frank.
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foxy reacted to RMC in HMS Vanguard by RMC - FINISHED - Amati/Victory Models - scale 1:72
Progress on the shrouds has been glacial. Having two tiny anarchists (1 1/2 and 2 1/2) for the last two weeks has tended to slow things down - especially their grandfather.
At least the shrouds for the mainmast are now done, as are the catharpins. A couple of belaying pins have been put onto the bitts at the fore and main masts. As one of our (late) sports boadcasters would have said, "forward progress".
The deadeyes came out acceptably, though they are not as even as I would like. For no good reason I had quite a bit of trouble with them (more than with the formast shrouds). I ended up re-doing some of them, which did improve matters a little.
The catharpins were also rather fiddly. Leaving the brass rods longer than specified and adjusting their length after they were attched to the shrould certainly made it easier (see my earlier post). My knot tying is not up to boy scout standards I'm afraid and it's something I need to improve.
Here are the belaying pins installed on the bitts. It's hard to see how more than two would fit comfortably. In looking at the photos, it just occurred to me that it may be time to put the boarding pikes in the rings provided. Doing it later may be quite difficult. Comments/advice welcome.
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foxy reacted to RMC in HMS Vanguard by RMC - FINISHED - Amati/Victory Models - scale 1:72
The catharpins for the foremast shrouds are done, though there is a little touching-up to do. I found it a very fiddly job indeed. One mistake to avoid is to cut off the brass rod to the correct size. This makes it difficult to tie the rod to the formost and rear shrouds. Cut the rod larger than necessary, then when the rod is installed, cut it off to size.
In the process of all of this I bumped and damaged one of the catheads (I'm surprised I hadn't done it before this). While it wasn't knocked off completely, it ended up at a rather unsatisfactory angle. I was unable to completely restore it without causing further damage. The repair however is not too bad and I really don't think anyone (except me) would notice it.
The shrouds for the main mast are more or less complete. They have come out quite well, but I will give them a couple of days to settle down before tying off the lanyards. At the moment I think I'm shrouded out.
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foxy reacted to RMC in HMS Vanguard by RMC - FINISHED - Amati/Victory Models - scale 1:72
The main mast is now stepped and the the top has been mounted.
To make the sides of the top properly aligned fore and aft, a straight piece of wood strip was placed on one of the hounds (?) and the strip was sighted along the deck planking.
The fore top and main topmasts have been dry-fitted.
And I couldn't resist - the lanyard on the forward deadeye has been replaced.
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foxy reacted to RMC in HMS Vanguard by RMC - FINISHED - Amati/Victory Models - scale 1:72
The lanyards for the foremast shrouds are done - though I will not finally finish them off at this stage. The whole thing has been a (mainly self-inflicted) drama. I am quite pleased with the port side, not so pleased with the starboard. One of the deadeyes there is a too high; one a too low, despite attempts to adjust them. Redoing them is really not on.
I was not careful enough with the lengths of the wire spacers. I shall be more careful in future, though at this stage I feel as if I ever see another deadeye, it will be far too soon.
The following two photos show what I certainly hope is the correct way to do the lanyards. If it is not, please keep me in blissful ignorance.
Here is the starboard - I will probably redo the lanyard on the first set of deadeyes (on the right side of the photo) as it is wound around the shroud three times - all the others are wound four.
and the port side.
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foxy reacted to JerseyCity Frankie in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
My entire Heller Victory build log is focused on the sails. You may find some helpful information on whichever aspects of sail making you are focusing on. I'm not saying the way I made my sails is the best way but I have certainly given the issue a lot of thought.
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foxy got a reaction from mtaylor in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Well need a little advice on the sails.
The lower one's will be furled, the others will be billowing.
Now my question is what spray starch or hair spray should I use for the cloth sails.
I am thinking on using the Heller plastic one's and laying the cloth sails over and spray, leave to dry then add tapes and blocks etc, 'well that's the plan'.
Any advice would be most welcome and appreciated.
Frank.
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foxy reacted to mobbsie in Bomb Vessel Granado 1742 by mobbsie - FINISHED - 1/48 - cross-section
Further to my last post I do have some more pics of the stands
I hope that helps.
Be Good
mobbsie
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foxy reacted to mobbsie in Bomb Vessel Granado 1742 by mobbsie - FINISHED - 1/48 - cross-section
Thanks for the comments guys, and thanks for hitting the like button.
Pull up a pew Mark, your always welcome.
It's going to be an interesting build Frank, more importantly an enjoyable one.
Never mind Dave, you may be able to play catch up, this is going to be a slow build.
Now Grant, I've served in the Army and seen active service, but let me tell you, I would do that all over again rather than cheat and face the wrath of an Ausie Naval Officer, I aint that brave.
Anja, thank you so much for helping out an old man who cant help making mistakes.
Hopefully more updates soon.
Be Good
mobbsie
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foxy got a reaction from Dimitris71 in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Well need a little advice on the sails.
The lower one's will be furled, the others will be billowing.
Now my question is what spray starch or hair spray should I use for the cloth sails.
I am thinking on using the Heller plastic one's and laying the cloth sails over and spray, leave to dry then add tapes and blocks etc, 'well that's the plan'.
Any advice would be most welcome and appreciated.
Frank.
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foxy reacted to Old Collingwood in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
That sounds like a plan frank, the idea with placing the cloth on top of the plastic ones should work well as they should provide a good mask type thing, are you going to age the sail cloth with tea or vinegar etc?
OC
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foxy got a reaction from mtaylor in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Hi Ronald.
I to can help ,Having most of the Build for the 180 Victory pictures saved.
If you start a build log and don't mind me showing pictures of the build that's relevant to your questions on your log.
For some of the build I used Scale Warship(UK) etched parts, most for the netting and shrouds, they do a set for the 180 Victory ship.
I would be happy to help if I can.
Frank.
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foxy got a reaction from Old Collingwood in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Hi Ronald.
I to can help ,Having most of the Build for the 180 Victory pictures saved.
If you start a build log and don't mind me showing pictures of the build that's relevant to your questions on your log.
For some of the build I used Scale Warship(UK) etched parts, most for the netting and shrouds, they do a set for the 180 Victory ship.
I would be happy to help if I can.
Frank.
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foxy got a reaction from Dimitris71 in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Hi Ronald.
I to can help ,Having most of the Build for the 180 Victory pictures saved.
If you start a build log and don't mind me showing pictures of the build that's relevant to your questions on your log.
For some of the build I used Scale Warship(UK) etched parts, most for the netting and shrouds, they do a set for the 180 Victory ship.
I would be happy to help if I can.
Frank.
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foxy reacted to mtaylor in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Ronald,
How about opening a build log of your own? That way we can see what your doing.
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foxy got a reaction from egkb in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Hi Ronald.
Well as for getting a good representation of this ship from OOB, its up to the modeler.
I started this project because of the challenge in producing all three fighting decks with there detail.
After seeing Daniels etched/resin set and liking scratch building, I decided to take the plunge.
Having little or no experience of sailing ships I purchased some books after chatting with more experienced ship builders.
It is from this that I have got so far in the build.
Weather it be larger scales it means more detail.
I started with the Airfix 180 scale Victory.
From that experience I went onto the bigger 1/100 Heller ship.
I messed around with all sorts on that earlier build.
Thus made a diorama with it in the end.
So what I am trying to show is anything is possible.
Just have ago.
You would of course be better with an English speaking plans, but if you have some books, then they will help out.
I hope this helps you in deciding which way to go.
Frank.
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foxy got a reaction from hexnut in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Hi Ronald.
Well as for getting a good representation of this ship from OOB, its up to the modeler.
I started this project because of the challenge in producing all three fighting decks with there detail.
After seeing Daniels etched/resin set and liking scratch building, I decided to take the plunge.
Having little or no experience of sailing ships I purchased some books after chatting with more experienced ship builders.
It is from this that I have got so far in the build.
Weather it be larger scales it means more detail.
I started with the Airfix 180 scale Victory.
From that experience I went onto the bigger 1/100 Heller ship.
I messed around with all sorts on that earlier build.
Thus made a diorama with it in the end.
So what I am trying to show is anything is possible.
Just have ago.
You would of course be better with an English speaking plans, but if you have some books, then they will help out.
I hope this helps you in deciding which way to go.
Frank.
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foxy got a reaction from dgbot in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Hi Ronald.
Well as for getting a good representation of this ship from OOB, its up to the modeler.
I started this project because of the challenge in producing all three fighting decks with there detail.
After seeing Daniels etched/resin set and liking scratch building, I decided to take the plunge.
Having little or no experience of sailing ships I purchased some books after chatting with more experienced ship builders.
It is from this that I have got so far in the build.
Weather it be larger scales it means more detail.
I started with the Airfix 180 scale Victory.
From that experience I went onto the bigger 1/100 Heller ship.
I messed around with all sorts on that earlier build.
Thus made a diorama with it in the end.
So what I am trying to show is anything is possible.
Just have ago.
You would of course be better with an English speaking plans, but if you have some books, then they will help out.
I hope this helps you in deciding which way to go.
Frank.
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foxy got a reaction from GuntherMT in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Hi Ronald.
Well as for getting a good representation of this ship from OOB, its up to the modeler.
I started this project because of the challenge in producing all three fighting decks with there detail.
After seeing Daniels etched/resin set and liking scratch building, I decided to take the plunge.
Having little or no experience of sailing ships I purchased some books after chatting with more experienced ship builders.
It is from this that I have got so far in the build.
Weather it be larger scales it means more detail.
I started with the Airfix 180 scale Victory.
From that experience I went onto the bigger 1/100 Heller ship.
I messed around with all sorts on that earlier build.
Thus made a diorama with it in the end.
So what I am trying to show is anything is possible.
Just have ago.
You would of course be better with an English speaking plans, but if you have some books, then they will help out.
I hope this helps you in deciding which way to go.
Frank.
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foxy got a reaction from Old Collingwood in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Hi Ronald.
Well as for getting a good representation of this ship from OOB, its up to the modeler.
I started this project because of the challenge in producing all three fighting decks with there detail.
After seeing Daniels etched/resin set and liking scratch building, I decided to take the plunge.
Having little or no experience of sailing ships I purchased some books after chatting with more experienced ship builders.
It is from this that I have got so far in the build.
Weather it be larger scales it means more detail.
I started with the Airfix 180 scale Victory.
From that experience I went onto the bigger 1/100 Heller ship.
I messed around with all sorts on that earlier build.
Thus made a diorama with it in the end.
So what I am trying to show is anything is possible.
Just have ago.
You would of course be better with an English speaking plans, but if you have some books, then they will help out.
I hope this helps you in deciding which way to go.
Frank.
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foxy got a reaction from ronald305 in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Hi Ronald.
Well as for getting a good representation of this ship from OOB, its up to the modeler.
I started this project because of the challenge in producing all three fighting decks with there detail.
After seeing Daniels etched/resin set and liking scratch building, I decided to take the plunge.
Having little or no experience of sailing ships I purchased some books after chatting with more experienced ship builders.
It is from this that I have got so far in the build.
Weather it be larger scales it means more detail.
I started with the Airfix 180 scale Victory.
From that experience I went onto the bigger 1/100 Heller ship.
I messed around with all sorts on that earlier build.
Thus made a diorama with it in the end.
So what I am trying to show is anything is possible.
Just have ago.
You would of course be better with an English speaking plans, but if you have some books, then they will help out.
I hope this helps you in deciding which way to go.
Frank.
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foxy got a reaction from mtaylor in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Hi Ronald.
Well as for getting a good representation of this ship from OOB, its up to the modeler.
I started this project because of the challenge in producing all three fighting decks with there detail.
After seeing Daniels etched/resin set and liking scratch building, I decided to take the plunge.
Having little or no experience of sailing ships I purchased some books after chatting with more experienced ship builders.
It is from this that I have got so far in the build.
Weather it be larger scales it means more detail.
I started with the Airfix 180 scale Victory.
From that experience I went onto the bigger 1/100 Heller ship.
I messed around with all sorts on that earlier build.
Thus made a diorama with it in the end.
So what I am trying to show is anything is possible.
Just have ago.
You would of course be better with an English speaking plans, but if you have some books, then they will help out.
I hope this helps you in deciding which way to go.
Frank.
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foxy got a reaction from etubino in HMS Victory by foxy - Heller - 1/100 - PLASTIC - with Dafi's etch & resin set
Hi Ronald.
The Paints I am using are APS9014W HMS Victory Set.
These are water based and very good, you get all the colours needed for this ship.
I used a primer first on the plastic hull and then sprayed the colours needed.
I got these from Cornwall Model Boats Ltd
Unit 4D, Highfield Rd Ind Est.
Camelford.
Cornwall.
PL32 9RA
United Kingdom.
Phone- 044-01840211009
I am not sure if the first three numbers are right, so maybe check these when phoning from the states.
I also use Life color water based paints for this project.
For the Lathe.
Its a Proxxon- DB 250.
They do a fantastic range of tools that are use full for modeling.
Frank.
Hope this helps you find what your looking for.
Two more pictures of the hanging(futtocks)shrouds.
Foremast
Mizzen mast.
Some tidying up to do, then other side.
Thanks again folks for all your Interest, most appreciated.
Frank.
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