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  1. Bill Morrison
    Yes, I know Marc, and I have built this model several times, making the already mentioned alterations. He and I have disagreed occasionally on some finer points. Disagreement, however, does not imply disrespect. His work is a thing of beauty. But, the deck furniture has always looked appropriate to me, although I have added a galley stove pipe per Mondfeld. The crux of my question is simply "In what specific way is the Heller SR deck furniture 'wrong' ?" Bill Morrison
  2. Bill Morrison
    Ian, I agree with everything you've said. But, I corrected the masts and spars issues by using Mondfeld as a guide. I corrected the smooth inboard side of the bulwarks by using plastic strips. I also planked over the entire decks with wood. I put in a ladder to the poop deck. To me, these corrections were easy. My problem is that so many fellow modelers kept referring to missing deck furniture. It's interesting that the furniture found on other models of ships-of-the-line show the exact deck furniture of Heller's SR. What is missing, if anything? Bill
  3. Bill Morrison
    Keith, Thank you for the reference. I appreciate it very much! As I suspected, I don't see much difference in the deck layout with that of the Heller kit. Bill
  4. Bill Morrison
    Ever since I discovered this kit (early 1970s) I have heard many people complain that it was inaccurate, with little to no deck furniture, the masts and yards were not proportioned correctly, and the hull was not shaped right, especially below the waterline. I have addressed the masts and spars by using the tables found in Mondfeld's Period Ship Models. I raised the waterline to the lowest wale, correcting that issue. I believe that the width of the hull is okay given the waterline adjustment. But, no one has ever provided any information about the deck furniture. Indeed, when they knowingly make the statement that the furniture is wrong, I ask about the accuracy issues. I have been met with a stony and unknowledgeable glassy-eyed look. The question remains; What exactly are the problems with the deck layout of this model? Bill Morrison
  5. Bill Morrison
    She's beautiful! Your model is a tribute to your obvious skill! Bill
  6. Bill Morrison
    Henry, I have the good fortune that I am retired and can focus more on modeling. It's great! Bill
  7. Bill Morrison
    I love your methos for filling in the knee of the head! That is a really creative approach. Great job! Bill
  8. Bill Morrison
    As a high school History teacher, I put together a Model Club for after school. I received a lot of interest from the students, so the club was a very popular one until I retired. Most teenagers do appreciate interested adults and will participate in these activities if given the chance. Bill Morrison
  9. Bill Morrison
    Marc, I have started re-reading your approach and explanations from page 1. Granted, much of what you have done is beyond my skill level, but it is a great refresher course. If I were to emulate that which you have done, I will have to do so as a full-hull model. Who knows? I did buy another Heller model of Le Soliel Royal to attempt your modifications, but I have to receive the book first. Bill
  10. Bill Morrison
    I fully agree!
  11. Bill Morrison
    The issue of belaying pins is somewhat controversial. Lees' book on masting and rigging focuses on English square-rigged ships. There are contemporary paintings showing some Dutch ships with them. However, I believe that Lees is accurate. Take your choice. You are doing a marvelous job! I prefer the normally painted version. llWould
  12. Bill Morrison
    I tried paper modeling but am having a problem that is causing me fits. I rescaled the German battlecruiser Goeben by JSC down to 1/350 and am trying to fold the secondary armament sponsons. Try as I might, they are fighting my efforts. Oh well . . . That said, if you are interested in paper modeling, I recommend www.papermodelers.com. That site features paper models of all genres. Many of the models are among the best I have ever seen. Bill
  13. Bill Morrison
    Great job so far! I have had my eyes on this model for a while. My wife tells me that I can sell off my stash and use the proceeds to purchase the kit. Yours is nicely done. Bill
  14. Bill Morrison
    I'm impressed! If you can, can we please have a detailed explanation about how you made them? They look great! Bill
  15. Bill Morrison
    I think that it looks great except that I am not looking at the difference in person. But, the photos look fine. Bill
  16. Bill Morrison
    I love the hull dimensions and appearance, but I appreciate the different calibers of the guns most. Few builders seem to appreciate this, but an excellent model can be spoilt by adhering to a single caliber on the gun decks and above. Impressive, Nek0! Bill
  17. Bill Morrison
    I fully agree. I have seen paper models that look great, but you are building an exceptionally outstanding model. Paper might not look right. Bill
  18. Bill Morrison
    First, I am most impressed with the advice presented here. It is so well articulated and justifies building all kits of the ship. To underscore the point, my first POB kit was an Aeropiccola 1/180 model given to me by my wife in 1979. The kit was basic in the extreme, with the instructions calling for simply drawing all gun ports and lids onto the model, with only the upper decks modeled with printed sheets in lieu of planks, and little detail. I learned the fun of greatly improving the model using my own skills, learning new skills, and researching better techniques to make a "real" model of the ship. Any model can be a fantastic experience. Second, HMS Victory is over 240 years old. Which era would you like to build? As built? Pre-Trafalgar? At Trafalgar? Post-Trafalgar? This question can have many possible answers. For example, while Caldercraft models the ship with raised forecastle bulwarks, no other model depicts her so. The Heller 1/100 scale plastic model shows her without the entry ports on either side. Mantua has three different models of her, each in a different scale. Some companies provide sheets with the gun ports pre-carved with exact measurements. In others, the builder must carve them out using templates. I can only describe the available kits as a smorgasbord of choices. All are good in their own way. All have weaknesses in their own way. Good luck with your choice! Bill
  19. Bill Morrison
    I have to second this comment. Your work is incredible! Bill
  20. Bill Morrison
    Marc, There are indeed quite a few exceptional models of SR that have been and are being built. One of my favorites was by a builder named David_K over on FSM from several years ago. I am waiting to see both yours and Nek0s models. By the way, I ordered that book about French Warships in the Age of Sail that you recommended. Bill
  21. Bill Morrison
    Marc, Yours is beyond doubt the most impressive model of this ship I have ever seen! I am a skilled modeler, but I tip my hat to you. Well done! Bill
  22. Bill Morrison
    I like using www.agesofsail.com as my "go to" for ship models of most manufacturers, tools, paints, references, a "how to" guide and fast service. I used to do business with Model Expo but they have gotten smaller over the years. Bill
  23. Bill Morrison
    Your HMS Mercury is STUNNING!!! I am inspired to try building this ship. Bill
  24. Bill Morrison
    My father got this kit for me back in the 1990s. It's a fun kit to build but there is one glaring error to me. It has no cannons. It is only an impression to me, but I believe that this type of ship did have some defensive armament. Bill
  25. Bill Morrison
    There is an interesting thread where the issue of belaying pins is discussed. I recommend it as an interesting read. introduction of belaying pins By hamilton, July 31, 2019 in Masting, rigging and sails

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