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  1. Ryland Craze
    The OcCre Beagle would be a good next step as the build is documented by 130 YouTube videos. Another option would be the HMS Alert from Vanguard Models. The designer, Chris Watton, is a member of MSW and would be available to answer any questions and. Here is a link to that model: https://vanguardmodels.co.uk/product/hms-alert-premium/
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    Thanks Tom for your comments. It would be interesting to see the mast stepped on a full size boat and the rigging attached by the crew. Lots of lines to be attached and tensioned.
  3. Ryland Craze
    I look forward to follow this restoration. I feel we are in for a very educational experience.
  4. Ryland Craze
    Beautiful model Simon. The finish is near. Thanks for sharing your progress.
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    Thanks Michael, Rusty and Bob for your comments and for the "Likes". Michael, I also enjoyed your visit to the SMSNJ Zoom meeting. I have enjoyed the Zoom meetings of the various clubs that I attended over the last ten months.
  6. Ryland Craze
    Welcome to Model Ship World Jose. Your English is just fine. You will find that ship model kits have improved greatly over the last forty years. We have a lot of build logs that you can review before you decide on your next project. Hope you enjoy your retirement and this site.
  7. Ryland Craze
    Congratulations on finishing your Alert. It is a beautiful model and I have enjoyed following your build log.
  8. Ryland Craze
    Congratulations on competing this beautiful model. I am sure you are proud of this build. Job well done!
  9. Ryland Craze
    I have an older version of the NWSL Chopper. It has served me well for many years. You can still find the original on Amazon.
  10. Ryland Craze
    Thanks for the "Likes" and also Chuck and Brian for your comments. Brian, that is a good question. I do not know what the correct answer is, but Chuck mentions in the instructions that they were served. He said this was optional and that it looks nice. I like the look and feel it is an added detail.
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    Hard to believe it has been over a month since I last posted an update. December was a good month for me as I got a lot of work done on my Longboat and was hoping that I would finish it by the end of the year. I wound up with a bad cold a few days before the end of the year and for some reason I have not done any work on my Longboat since then, even though I feel fine now. I guess it stopped my momentum. This is where my progress stopped, having completed the shrouds, forestay and backstays. Here is a photo of the forestay and the shrouds: Here is a photo of the backstays along with the straps with the hooked blocks: And here is a photo of the shrouds, forestay and backstays where they meet at the top of the mast showing the lines served: I am getting close to finishing my Longboat, needing to install the bowsprit, construct the oars and add some more rigging and rope coils.
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    Bob, I think your solution is correct. I downloaded the instructions from the Model-Expo site and the drawing on page three shows the bevels on the two part transom. As long as your parts match the drawing, you should be fine. This kit builds into a very nice model and I look forward to following your progress.
  13. Ryland Craze
    Marty, Welcome to Model Ship World. Another source of tools and supplies are craft stores like Hobby Lobby and Michaels.
  14. Ryland Craze
    I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but you need to remove planks 3 and 4 from the top as they are too narrow at the bow. As it looks now, the three planks remaining will not cover the opening at the bow. After removing the two planks, I would remeasure using tick strips. This is explained in Part Two of the instructions for the Medway Longboat, which is a 1:24 scale version of your Longboat. Here is a link to the Instructions: There are also many topics on planking located at the top of this page under the More tab. I think you got off track by dividing the measurement for frame H by 10 instead of three or four as the remaining planks to be installed on frame H are only three or four. Some planks terminated around frames F and G. Looking at my Longboat, most planks were a consistent width from bow to stern. This is not an easy model to plank, but you are at a stage of construction where it can be easily corrected. The bottom four planks look good. Good luck on your build and we are here to answer any of your questions.
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    The hull is looking really good. Thanks for the tip on repairing misplaced drill holes. I had this happen on my build and filled the holes with sawdust. Placing a sliver of wood in the hole sounds like a much better fix.
  16. Ryland Craze
    Nice save on the paint pulling up. The hull looks really nice.
  17. Ryland Craze
    The hull looks good. I do not see a problem with adding some material to the top of the frames to bring the frame even with the top of the wales. Just make sure that the sheer has a smooth run from the bow to the stern. Any material added to the frame tops should be hidden by the inboard sheer strake.
  18. Ryland Craze
    Congratulations on finishing your Picket Boat. It turned out real nice.
  19. Ryland Craze
    Welcome to Model Ship World. Glad to see another Longboat in the works. You are off to a good start.
  20. Ryland Craze
    Congratulations on finishing your dory. You did an excellent job on building this model. I look forward to seeing your pram build.
  21. Ryland Craze
    Your Alert is looking real good. One of the members of my ship model club purchased a case from Grandpa's Cabinets. It was a nice looking case. Here is a link to their website: https://www.grandpascabinets.com/
  22. Ryland Craze
    Nice start on your build. This is an excellent kit for the first time builder. I look forward to following your build log.
  23. Ryland Craze
    Congratulations on finishing your Red Jacket and thank you for posting a detailed build log for us to follow. This is a really nice model.
  24. Ryland Craze
    Hi Colin and welcome to Model Ship World. You have built some really nice models and I look forward to seeing your future builds. We are glad to have you aboard.
  25. Ryland Craze
    Your Longboat looks really good. You have done a good job on your first build and learned many techniques that will help you in your future builds.

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