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rcmdrvr got a reaction from GrandpaPhil in SANSON by rcmdrvr - FINISHED - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:50
There were a lot of small details that I failed to photograph; but I have declared the Sanson completed. I built a stand out of some scrap lumber. My photography is not very good but here is a few photos of the completed model.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from mrshanks in SANSON by rcmdrvr - FINISHED - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:50
I have been working hard on the Sanson over the past few weeks. Sorry, I have not been real diligent with my picture taking. The model has some rope coils on the deck which had to be recreated. I built a little jig to accomplish this.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from mrshanks in SANSON by rcmdrvr - FINISHED - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:50
Here is the anchor motor under construction.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from mrshanks in SANSON by rcmdrvr - FINISHED - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:50
Completed the construction and installation of the screw and rudder. I guess the brass paint on the plastic screw doesn't look too bad.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from mrshanks in SANSON by rcmdrvr - FINISHED - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:50
It took some work but I finally got the railing pieces glued to the hull. I piece I formed for the stern did not fit well so I had to split it and later insert a splice. I believe after painting the railing pieces will look OK.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from mrshanks in SANSON by rcmdrvr - FINISHED - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:50
Well, the decking is not complete. This photo gives you some idea of the model's status. You can see the waffle structures at the stern.
The next steps will involve assembly of some of the deck housing structures.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from Jan R in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
Well, planking continues at a slow pace. I rough cut each plank to size and then soak in water (I am using a pvc pipe filled with water and capped) for about 30 minutes. If you bend real slow you can be it to bend around almost anything. You can see from the photos that the stern area is getting to be a real pain. Remember, this is the first planking.....it will hopefully be a good base for the second planking.
I am still debating the idea of painting. I have now found a few models on the internet that have been painted like the replica and I really like the look. Should I chose this avenue....will I have to second plank? Will sanding, filling and sanding do?
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from AntonyUK in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
Well, planking continues at a slow pace. I rough cut each plank to size and then soak in water (I am using a pvc pipe filled with water and capped) for about 30 minutes. If you bend real slow you can be it to bend around almost anything. You can see from the photos that the stern area is getting to be a real pain. Remember, this is the first planking.....it will hopefully be a good base for the second planking.
I am still debating the idea of painting. I have now found a few models on the internet that have been painted like the replica and I really like the look. Should I chose this avenue....will I have to second plank? Will sanding, filling and sanding do?
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from FessieCep in Small scale Sterling Emma C Berry - How to reinforce the balsa hull?
After getting it to its final shape and fully sanded I would apply a coat of resin. I would use the same type of resin used for glassing. You can get in most local hobby shops.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from maturin52 in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
I was able to continue working on the second deck structures. Here you have a photo on the cabin for this deck. Again I used some pear for the sides. I elected to use a permanent marker I sharpened to draw in the bars holding the panes of glass. The door pulls were relatively easy to make. I did not use the provided rings as I found them to be a bit big.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from Mirabell61 in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
Next came the installation of the second deck. I first "trial" fitted the deck to the hull and then began the planking. The plans called for using bass strips the full length of the deck and then lines of nails. Again I didn't like this look. I decided to cut the bass strips into smaller planks and glue them to the ply offset. I used a very sharp pencil to simulate the nails or pegging. I used a permanent marker along the edges to simulate caulking.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from zoly99sask in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
Thanks for all the advice. I figure a plank (strake?) per night. 50 to 60 planks to lay down....Hmmmmm August maybe.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from Harvey in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
Next step is to build the stern. This went quite easily. I began the first of the planking with the walnut. I guess I have made the election to single plank the hull.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from DocBlake in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
Next step is to build the stern. This went quite easily. I began the first of the planking with the walnut. I guess I have made the election to single plank the hull.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from Mirabell61 in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
Well, it took longer than I thought but I have complete planking the top deck. I believe I did an acceptable job. I use a miter cut chopper (uses a razor blade) chop the planks to the same length (there are a couple of hundred). I then outline the edge of each plank with permanent marker to simulate the caulking. Finally, I build a jig to punch the nail holes which I marked with a lead pencil. I kind of like the effect. I have also put a coat of clear over the deck.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from AntonyUK in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
Next step is to build the stern. This went quite easily. I began the first of the planking with the walnut. I guess I have made the election to single plank the hull.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from Keith_W in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
Well, it took longer than I thought but I have complete planking the top deck. I believe I did an acceptable job. I use a miter cut chopper (uses a razor blade) chop the planks to the same length (there are a couple of hundred). I then outline the edge of each plank with permanent marker to simulate the caulking. Finally, I build a jig to punch the nail holes which I marked with a lead pencil. I kind of like the effect. I have also put a coat of clear over the deck.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from Mirabell61 in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
Well the main deck is in place and ready for planking. I also did some of the preliminary sanding in preparation for planking.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from AntonyUK in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
Next I decided to prefit the main deck. This turned out to be bigger project that I had thought. I first made sure that the mast holes lined up but this left some of the ribbing unto properly lined. I had to create some filler blocks to get everything to look OK. Glad I prefit.
Next I glued the decking into place.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from Mirabell61 in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
Here is the last photo of the second deck that shows the completed cabin, a ladder and what I believe was some form of shipboard storage. Will have to do some research to determine what it represents.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from shihawk in How much detail is too much
I will say that this thread is a great read.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from kier in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
The following photos are of the installation of the aft lower decking. Like the forward decking it is constructed by planking 1/16" ply with 1/64" basswood strips. I am reasonably satisfied with the look of the decking with its caulking and nail holes. The deck is epoxied to the cross beams. The final photo is of the cross beams being laid for the next deck.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from DocBlake in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
The following photos are of the installation of the aft lower decking. Like the forward decking it is constructed by planking 1/16" ply with 1/64" basswood strips. I am reasonably satisfied with the look of the decking with its caulking and nail holes. The deck is epoxied to the cross beams. The final photo is of the cross beams being laid for the next deck.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from AntonyUK in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
The following photos are of the installation of the aft lower decking. Like the forward decking it is constructed by planking 1/16" ply with 1/64" basswood strips. I am reasonably satisfied with the look of the decking with its caulking and nail holes. The deck is epoxied to the cross beams. The final photo is of the cross beams being laid for the next deck.
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rcmdrvr got a reaction from Canute in HMS Bounty 1783 by rcmdvr - Artesania Latina - Scale 1:48
I completed the forward lower decking. The decking is made from two pieces of thin plywood planked with .06 thick basswood. The model shows long strips but I prefer shorter strips offset between rows. I use black permanent marketer to simulate the caulking between the individual planks. I made a little jig for the nail holes. I first punch small holes in the planks with a pin (using the jig for alignment). I then use a sharpened #2 pencil to color the pin holes. A thin coat of polyutherane was used to seal everything. I didn't use any stain because I am trying to keep the interior bright.
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