gjdale

Nice to see some progress at last there Anja. It must feel good to get back to it after the stress of the job situation. And some good innovative solutions too!

Harvey,

Don't think of it as spending 4 hours to do something that used to take 20 minutes. Think of it as spending some quality time getting to know your new toy!

Hec,

If you wish to replace any timber, then I would thoroughly recommend contacting Jeff Hayes at Hobbymill (one of the sponsors of this site). I bought some from him to scratch build a couple more of the ship's boats. Jeff's timber is excellent and his customer service is nothing short of outstanding.

The McKay book is useful, but if I could have only one, it would be the Longridge book. I have used it more than I have used the kit instructions, particularly now that I'm into the rigging stage.

Hi Hec and welcome to MSW. I'm also building this kit (link in my signature below). Be very careful about reading ahead and planning with this kit - the instructions have a habit of painting you into corners! If they haven't already done so that is. Check your QD cannons and install them BEFORE you glue the poop deck in place. The instructions tell you to fit them through the gunports - but they don't fit. As for "copper" tiling, I opted to go with the kit supplied green wood, painted copper and partially rubbed back. You can see the effect in my log - I think it looks okay, but proper copper tiles might be better if you feel inclined. I look forward to following the rest of your build - with a little (or a lot) of "bashing" this does make up into a nice model.

The only other tip I'd give you for now, is to buy a copy of "The Anatomy of Nelson's Ships" by C. Nepean Longridge. This is the "bible" for all Victory builders and has been an enormous help to me so far.

Very nice Mobbsie, very VERY nice!

Great work Kevin.

but like always I have questions, Why are smaller deadeye always incorporated in the channel. I've always wondered as I've seen that done in many different kind of ships and never found a reason while researching. Again just curious.

 

Keith,

The smaller dead eyes are for things such as backstays, which run from the topmast (ie higher up), and hence use a smaller line than the shrouds.

Nice picture Sjors - it really shows off the two-tone timber stripes very well.

Joachim, 

 

I saw your other note about putting my stagecoach build here....have you got any suggestions as to a site where it might be acceptable? By the way, I do not speak a second language......

 

Jim,

I recall that on MSW 1.0, Danny Vadas told the story of joining a stage-coach building forum, only to be told that he wasn't welcome because he was building his from a kit and they only catered to scratch builders. Not much help I'm afraid, except as a reminder that not all forums are as friendly and well run as MSW.

Ahh. That will be our new 50 inch tv. I find a nice photo on the laptop and play it thru Apple TV onto the big screen. Hold up the model in front and take the photo! All very low tech!

Might not work so will if the model was at 1:48 scale!

Matt

Thanks for sharing the "magic trick" Matt - I'll have to give that a go with my 1:90

Matt,

Your photography is marvellous.  I know you told us before about the ColorLake app, but what are you using for the backdrops?

Neatly thought out Danny. Just goes to show what can be achieved with a little extra thinking and planning (plus knowing the capabilities of your machinery).

Fabulous pics and explanations there Gil. I'm studying your progress closely as my yard work preps continue.

Wow Mobbsie, you seem to be back up to your usual building speed. She's looking tremendous mate! You mentioned having trouble getting the stern facia to stay in place - have you soaked it to help it take the bend?

Well done David. She's looking great. As far as next steps go, I'd suggest delaying fitting the bumpkins as they are one of those things very vulnerable to snagging with a shirt sleeve etc.

Nice addition with the hinges Sjors. I'm sure you can find a few more details to add to give you an excuse to delay your descent into Ratline purgatory!

That's just stunning Igor!

Looking forward to seeing more of this ("in 1s and 0s", as Sarah noted!).

Just stumbled across your log Dan, and very glad I did. Excellent craftsmanship, and very informative posts on how you achieved it. I'll look forward to following the rest of this build!

One option to cut the holes from card would be to make two square, hollow punches from metal tubing (say, brass) of the right size profiles - one for the window panes, and a larger one for the whole window. I haven't tried this myself, but saw the method used by one of our members here on his Korean Turtle ship model. He was cutting hexagonal roof tiles, but the principle looks to be transferable to your situation.

Congratulations Anja. Of course, the selection committee here at MSW had already decided that you would have the job! After all, how could they pass up your stunning intellect, charm and youthful good looks. Brains AND Beauty!

Now that that is settled, please tell your employer you need to make up for some lost time in the shipyard!

Nice yard work Augie. I'm thinking of following suit with the stirrups myself.

Well that was a pleasant discovery Danny!

Very nice Mark, and very clever too!

Hi Gil,

Best wishes to your wife for the upcoming surgery, and a speedy recovery.

I hope she keeps the gofer busy!

I see ratlines in your future! In your very NEAR future!!!

I love your work Danny , so precise , so clean and such detail . I don't think there has been anything with this build I haven't admired . This is one build I would love to see in person as much as the photo's do your work justice seeing it in person I would probably dribble all over your model .

Dave,

You are quite right! I'm one of the privileged few to have met Danny's Vulture in person (oh, and Danny too come to think of it ). It is even better in the flesh, and the drool marks do come off!!!

Lovely work on the brass Danny. The toned down finish of the blackening looks spot on.