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PopJack got a reaction from Elia in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
As indicated, I am painting my metal fixtures with a sem-gloss enamel. This is because #1, I have had very poor luck with chemicals I have tried, and #2 I think that the semigloss with give them a nice look on the finsihed model.
Here are a few straps drying before installation. After they dry it will be easy to touch up.
Woody examines the foot ropes on the bow sprint. I suspect he would like to be sure they are VERY secure.
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PopJack got a reaction from HIPEXEC in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
Thanks for the information. The advantage of what I have now, of course, is that I have it. I really don't know the difference between "silver solder" and what I am using. I have noticed I have to get this stuff really hot to work- sometimes if I'm not careful, I end up melting the brass.
Anyway, I had a chance to play with the ship a bit more today.
First, I tried re-painting my barrel boxes and I added ropes. I think it looks better and I will probably leave it on the boat.
Second I continued rigging the bow sprint. You will notice how my idea of painting everything black really destroys the detail. As an aside, the dowell for the bow sprint supplied was poplar- a nice straight grained wood, but green in color. I thought it looked ugly so I painted it black. Looking back, I would recommend just buying another dowel and leaving it natural color. That way the details would look better.
I also shaped the base of the mast so they will fit.
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PopJack got a reaction from Alfons in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
After studying the photos, I decided I didn't have the barrels right. So I did some rework and came up with this:
On the ship it looks a bit large scale wise. I'm trying to decide if it adds to the ship or should be 'chucked.'
I also worked on the bow sprint, but ended up with a limp guy (wire). I cut if off and started over. In the process I accidently cut the ring I had soldered shut at the cut water, so the new one will not be soldered. I'm also beginning to regret my decision to paint all of the metal black. It just doesn't show as much as I'd like for all the work that it is.
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PopJack got a reaction from Elia in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
After studying the photos, I decided I didn't have the barrels right. So I did some rework and came up with this:
On the ship it looks a bit large scale wise. I'm trying to decide if it adds to the ship or should be 'chucked.'
I also worked on the bow sprint, but ended up with a limp guy (wire). I cut if off and started over. In the process I accidently cut the ring I had soldered shut at the cut water, so the new one will not be soldered. I'm also beginning to regret my decision to paint all of the metal black. It just doesn't show as much as I'd like for all the work that it is.
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PopJack got a reaction from dgbot in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
Been working a bit on Dorries. They are fun to make, but I have advised my wife if I don't come to bed to check and see if I have superglued myself to the little work bench.
First, I made the braces and such, then I bent some narrow wood for the rails.
After everything was assembled, I painted the boat a beige. I'm considering going back and painting the rail a contrasting color. Don't know. In any event, in this photo you can see what I plan on doing with the nested boats. The supports really just make the rail easier to attach.
This shows what the boats look like nested. I'm thinking they are Okay- I'm not sure how much space there should be. I am assuming the benches came out and laid on the floor to allow closer nesting.
As always, suggestions and comments welcome. And remember, I"m taking the excellent advice of the club member in Knoxville. He advised I "drink more" when working on the boat!
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PopJack got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
I don't know really. Here is a snip of the old photo.
Here is a bit closer. It shows the lids on the barrels and how they were tied down. I wonder about that young sailor standing so calmly in the photo.
Here is one more where you can see the lids on the barrels.
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PopJack got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
The photos in the Nova Scotia archives of the Bluenose show a number of barrels and a storage box which are not part of the build. Like some others, this bothered me, so I obtained some keg shaped large barrels and created something. There are two parts left, first, I the barrels in the photo are scuttled, so I will have to add this. Second, I'm going to have to decide about paint.
I suspect these barrels held salt, but I would really appreciate any input on what else might have been in them.
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PopJack got a reaction from captainbob in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
I don't know really. Here is a snip of the old photo.
Here is a bit closer. It shows the lids on the barrels and how they were tied down. I wonder about that young sailor standing so calmly in the photo.
Here is one more where you can see the lids on the barrels.
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PopJack got a reaction from DBorgens in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
I don't know really. Here is a snip of the old photo.
Here is a bit closer. It shows the lids on the barrels and how they were tied down. I wonder about that young sailor standing so calmly in the photo.
Here is one more where you can see the lids on the barrels.
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PopJack got a reaction from fnkershner in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
I don't know really. Here is a snip of the old photo.
Here is a bit closer. It shows the lids on the barrels and how they were tied down. I wonder about that young sailor standing so calmly in the photo.
Here is one more where you can see the lids on the barrels.
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PopJack got a reaction from fnkershner in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
The photos in the Nova Scotia archives of the Bluenose show a number of barrels and a storage box which are not part of the build. Like some others, this bothered me, so I obtained some keg shaped large barrels and created something. There are two parts left, first, I the barrels in the photo are scuttled, so I will have to add this. Second, I'm going to have to decide about paint.
I suspect these barrels held salt, but I would really appreciate any input on what else might have been in them.
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PopJack got a reaction from Elia in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
The photos in the Nova Scotia archives of the Bluenose show a number of barrels and a storage box which are not part of the build. Like some others, this bothered me, so I obtained some keg shaped large barrels and created something. There are two parts left, first, I the barrels in the photo are scuttled, so I will have to add this. Second, I'm going to have to decide about paint.
I suspect these barrels held salt, but I would really appreciate any input on what else might have been in them.
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PopJack got a reaction from Elia in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
I started putting the deck furniture and fittings on today.
I discovered, after much detailed and secret research into hidden archives, that the bluenose actually had a "step through" fife rail. Obviously, I had to model such a discovery, to wit:
I also worked on a paint scheme for the oars. I haven't found anything I like yet. BTW, there are a BOATLOAD of oars! I did a little research today and found that oars used in deep water were held in place by various types of horns or stops, but not circular oar locks. Circular or ring oar locks were too dangerous in open water. I also found that some oars were/are protected by leather. Who knew? I still am not sure how to paint them, though.
Anyhow, this is how it looks right now.
Anyone who has good eyes can see where I repaired the fife rail. I don't think it will ever look "right" but perhaps I can make it acceptable.
I am thinking about following Jack Tar's example and adding a rack of barrels. I noticed the ones in the old photo are scuttled on top (if I grabbed the right nautical term). I'm wondering what was held in them.
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PopJack got a reaction from bhermann in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
The photos in the Nova Scotia archives of the Bluenose show a number of barrels and a storage box which are not part of the build. Like some others, this bothered me, so I obtained some keg shaped large barrels and created something. There are two parts left, first, I the barrels in the photo are scuttled, so I will have to add this. Second, I'm going to have to decide about paint.
I suspect these barrels held salt, but I would really appreciate any input on what else might have been in them.
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PopJack got a reaction from Alfons in Bluenose by bhermann - Model Shipways 2130 - 1:64
I've been stealing admiring some of your construction techniques. I especially like the shackles you used to connect the rings on the bow sprint to the lines. I'm wondering on your shackles how you attach the pin that is normally threaded and screws in. I was thinking that I should bend one end marginally, insert, trim and then superglue the pin in place. Thoughts?
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PopJack got a reaction from Yambo in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
I started putting the deck furniture and fittings on today.
I discovered, after much detailed and secret research into hidden archives, that the bluenose actually had a "step through" fife rail. Obviously, I had to model such a discovery, to wit:
I also worked on a paint scheme for the oars. I haven't found anything I like yet. BTW, there are a BOATLOAD of oars! I did a little research today and found that oars used in deep water were held in place by various types of horns or stops, but not circular oar locks. Circular or ring oar locks were too dangerous in open water. I also found that some oars were/are protected by leather. Who knew? I still am not sure how to paint them, though.
Anyhow, this is how it looks right now.
Anyone who has good eyes can see where I repaired the fife rail. I don't think it will ever look "right" but perhaps I can make it acceptable.
I am thinking about following Jack Tar's example and adding a rack of barrels. I noticed the ones in the old photo are scuttled on top (if I grabbed the right nautical term). I'm wondering what was held in them.
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PopJack got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
I started putting the deck furniture and fittings on today.
I discovered, after much detailed and secret research into hidden archives, that the bluenose actually had a "step through" fife rail. Obviously, I had to model such a discovery, to wit:
I also worked on a paint scheme for the oars. I haven't found anything I like yet. BTW, there are a BOATLOAD of oars! I did a little research today and found that oars used in deep water were held in place by various types of horns or stops, but not circular oar locks. Circular or ring oar locks were too dangerous in open water. I also found that some oars were/are protected by leather. Who knew? I still am not sure how to paint them, though.
Anyhow, this is how it looks right now.
Anyone who has good eyes can see where I repaired the fife rail. I don't think it will ever look "right" but perhaps I can make it acceptable.
I am thinking about following Jack Tar's example and adding a rack of barrels. I noticed the ones in the old photo are scuttled on top (if I grabbed the right nautical term). I'm wondering what was held in them.
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PopJack got a reaction from Dimitris71 in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
Thanks for the comments and observations. My paint scheme is basically following the practicum.
Worked on the sky light. I studied the way the light looked on the main cabinet and studied some books on historic construction.
So, I decided to make a frame and put "bars" in it.
The first part was to develop a way to get good spacing. After a couple of failures, I figured out that the teeth on my flush cut off saw were about the right spacing- so...
Then I put in really long wires and used them to guide the sides into place.
I painted the inside of the "box" black and the frame and bars white and set it in place just to see how it looks.
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PopJack got a reaction from Elia in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
Well, I've either finished the dories or gotten tired of them. I'm finished with all the painting I plan on doing and started making the oars. Apparently, the oars were stored in the top boat of the nested stack- at two sets per boat, and four boats per stack, that's 2X2X4=16 oars per stack or 32 oars I've got to carve!
I've already decided that since this was the early part of the 20th century, it is unrealistic to assume that the oars (or sweeps, if you prefer) were identical. That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
I need some ideas on painting the oars. Any ideas? I'm thinking the "handles" black and the "blades natural" or perhaps white. I'd appreciate input.
My first oar. I'm a proud papa.
My first set setting by a stack of boats.
Woody the sailor looking things over. The handles are thick for his hands. If I get brave, I'll try and sand them down a bit further.
Oh, one more small point. I followed the practicum on the benches in the dory, but the placement is incorrect. They should have cutouts that capture the bracing on the sides to keep them from moving. They were removable after all and it would have been foolish to mount them any other way. Not a big thing, but one of those things I wish I had noticed earlier.
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PopJack got a reaction from fnkershner in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
Well, I've either finished the dories or gotten tired of them. I'm finished with all the painting I plan on doing and started making the oars. Apparently, the oars were stored in the top boat of the nested stack- at two sets per boat, and four boats per stack, that's 2X2X4=16 oars per stack or 32 oars I've got to carve!
I've already decided that since this was the early part of the 20th century, it is unrealistic to assume that the oars (or sweeps, if you prefer) were identical. That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
I need some ideas on painting the oars. Any ideas? I'm thinking the "handles" black and the "blades natural" or perhaps white. I'd appreciate input.
My first oar. I'm a proud papa.
My first set setting by a stack of boats.
Woody the sailor looking things over. The handles are thick for his hands. If I get brave, I'll try and sand them down a bit further.
Oh, one more small point. I followed the practicum on the benches in the dory, but the placement is incorrect. They should have cutouts that capture the bracing on the sides to keep them from moving. They were removable after all and it would have been foolish to mount them any other way. Not a big thing, but one of those things I wish I had noticed earlier.
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PopJack reacted to Timothy Wood in 80' ELCO PT Boat by Timothy Wood - FINISHED - BlueJacket Shipcrafters - Scale 1/4" = 1'
Greetings,
This is my second of primer after some more filling and sanding and it's revealed the need for more filling and sanding, just not as much as the first step.
You can see in the view from the final photo which is back if the chart house, I still have lots of finish work to complete. I need to pay more attention to the fine details in the assembly of the day cabin and main engine room hatch. Hopefully it will save me time on the backside!
Cheers,
Tim
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PopJack got a reaction from popeye the sailor in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
Been working a bit on Dorries. They are fun to make, but I have advised my wife if I don't come to bed to check and see if I have superglued myself to the little work bench.
First, I made the braces and such, then I bent some narrow wood for the rails.
After everything was assembled, I painted the boat a beige. I'm considering going back and painting the rail a contrasting color. Don't know. In any event, in this photo you can see what I plan on doing with the nested boats. The supports really just make the rail easier to attach.
This shows what the boats look like nested. I'm thinking they are Okay- I'm not sure how much space there should be. I am assuming the benches came out and laid on the floor to allow closer nesting.
As always, suggestions and comments welcome. And remember, I"m taking the excellent advice of the club member in Knoxville. He advised I "drink more" when working on the boat!
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PopJack got a reaction from WackoWolf in 80' ELCO PT Boat by Timothy Wood - FINISHED - BlueJacket Shipcrafters - Scale 1/4" = 1'
Great project and great work. I kind of smiled when you mentioned the forward rake of the turret. To a non-expert like me, I'd probably see the slope and figure your guide on the sander wasn't square!
I've lived in the "South" for a while. The lack of experience the drivers here have in any form of white stuff is startling. Today I just closed my offices for non-essentials until the roads had a bit of time to clear. The risk to these folks when they are forced to be on the road is just "to terrible to contemplate."
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PopJack got a reaction from themadchemist in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
Been working a bit on Dorries. They are fun to make, but I have advised my wife if I don't come to bed to check and see if I have superglued myself to the little work bench.
First, I made the braces and such, then I bent some narrow wood for the rails.
After everything was assembled, I painted the boat a beige. I'm considering going back and painting the rail a contrasting color. Don't know. In any event, in this photo you can see what I plan on doing with the nested boats. The supports really just make the rail easier to attach.
This shows what the boats look like nested. I'm thinking they are Okay- I'm not sure how much space there should be. I am assuming the benches came out and laid on the floor to allow closer nesting.
As always, suggestions and comments welcome. And remember, I"m taking the excellent advice of the club member in Knoxville. He advised I "drink more" when working on the boat!
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PopJack got a reaction from themadchemist in Bluenose by PopJack - Model Shipways - 1:64
Just realized I hadn't uploaded the photo of my cabin. I think the sky light came out pretty good. I saw some photos of the real ship after it was done and would do it a bit differently if I did it over.
The small dorries are "interesting" to make. I have kept faith with the idea that only two of them have to turn out really well. The rest I can stack under the good ones. Obviously, I have not added rails, or interior framing to any of them yet.
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