Pierretessier

Very nice

Very nice

Very nice

Santa Maria by Pierre Tessier - Maris Stella - 1:60
This is a Christmas gift from my son, I promised myself I would finish the Batelina before starting this one. Now that my first build is complete and my shop is clean I can begin my second build and build log here on MSW.
 
I must mention that I was pleasantly surprised when I met Zoran from MarisStella, here online. He saw that I was building the Batelina and noticed I posted that I had the Santa Maria on the shelf. He got in touch with me and mentioned that he was in the process of re-writing the build manuals for the latter, and offered his re-wright.
This would allow, help, a beginner to go about the proper way of building this kit. Also must point out this is single layer POB construction.
Maris Stella School of Model Ship Building has categorized this as a "Beginner Set: Level 3" which according to them should be your 5th build. I am in no way an expert nor do I feel I am better then others but thought this would be a great 2nd build as I do like challenges. Hopefully I did not bite off more then I can chew. (If I do I have Zoran to help....lol)
Now about the box, two full size plan sheets, two plywood laser cut parts, two hardwood laser detailed bits and parts, full stock of beautiful walnut and mahogany wood planks, strips and dowels, bag of hardware including canons, guns, hinges, bags of wooden bits, anchor, rope, carving block for 2 small boats and pre sown embroidered sails, expert build manual. (Beginner manual being written as we speak) 
Kit box closed

Kit box open

Kit box stuff

Plan 1

Plan 2

First step to do according to manual is to take inventory of supplied wood.
Lumber yard (bundled as per material list.)

Next I built the stand with an. 11.4mm incline at the bow. This is to allow proper alignment of the bulkheads when using a square.
Stand plan

Stand keel 11.4mm offset

Stand 

90' without offset   --- 90' with offset

Plywood Elements


That's it for now, next I will post the work to be done to prepare the keel for the bulkheads.  Did I say how much I am enjoying this hobby, So looking forward to building and learning more I'm like a kid learning to walk for the first time.....lol...anyway until next time.
Cheers.
 

A little update.
Here I had to prepare the bulkheads before glueing them to the keel. First was to extend the deck lines with a pencil then add little deck mount blocks, followed by the addition of two deck beams that were bent using water then heat. 
 



 
Not much but I am taking my time, reading ahead, making sure I understand why each step is done. I probably don't need to mention this to the experienced builder but always looking ahead is the way to success. In my books anyway.
 

A little update.
Here I had to prepare the bulkheads before glueing them to the keel. First was to extend the deck lines with a pencil then add little deck mount blocks, followed by the addition of two deck beams that were bent using water then heat. 
 



 
Not much but I am taking my time, reading ahead, making sure I understand why each step is done. I probably don't need to mention this to the experienced builder but always looking ahead is the way to success. In my books anyway.
 

She is a work of art Bob.

Welcome to MSW hope you enjoy the best online community for ship modelling. 

Nice work, love the toothpick pictures posted earlier. Thinking of doing the same. 

Coming along nicely Don, love the mill work.

With best regards,
 
 
Peter.

Hi!
Thank you guys, a little forward


 

 

 
Peter

Thanks for the likes and posts.!
Did a bit more work on the keel. Rabbet cut completed then two sections glued and clamped. 

Santa Maria by Pierre Tessier - Maris Stella - 1:60
This is a Christmas gift from my son, I promised myself I would finish the Batelina before starting this one. Now that my first build is complete and my shop is clean I can begin my second build and build log here on MSW.
 
I must mention that I was pleasantly surprised when I met Zoran from MarisStella, here online. He saw that I was building the Batelina and noticed I posted that I had the Santa Maria on the shelf. He got in touch with me and mentioned that he was in the process of re-writing the build manuals for the latter, and offered his re-wright.
This would allow, help, a beginner to go about the proper way of building this kit. Also must point out this is single layer POB construction.
Maris Stella School of Model Ship Building has categorized this as a "Beginner Set: Level 3" which according to them should be your 5th build. I am in no way an expert nor do I feel I am better then others but thought this would be a great 2nd build as I do like challenges. Hopefully I did not bite off more then I can chew. (If I do I have Zoran to help....lol)
Now about the box, two full size plan sheets, two plywood laser cut parts, two hardwood laser detailed bits and parts, full stock of beautiful walnut and mahogany wood planks, strips and dowels, bag of hardware including canons, guns, hinges, bags of wooden bits, anchor, rope, carving block for 2 small boats and pre sown embroidered sails, expert build manual. (Beginner manual being written as we speak) 
Kit box closed

Kit box open

Kit box stuff

Plan 1

Plan 2

First step to do according to manual is to take inventory of supplied wood.
Lumber yard (bundled as per material list.)

Next I built the stand with an. 11.4mm incline at the bow. This is to allow proper alignment of the bulkheads when using a square.
Stand plan

Stand keel 11.4mm offset

Stand 

90' without offset   --- 90' with offset

Plywood Elements


That's it for now, next I will post the work to be done to prepare the keel for the bulkheads.  Did I say how much I am enjoying this hobby, So looking forward to building and learning more I'm like a kid learning to walk for the first time.....lol...anyway until next time.
Cheers.
 

Did a bit more planking, taking my time, meanwhile thought I would start shaping the 4 pieces for the top gallant rails. Soaked for 1 hr then put them in a jig and added some heat. I'll leave them in the jig overnight and take them out in the morning. Will most likely have to do some fine tuning with more water and heat.
 

Good choice for your first build. Lots of info and build logs online. Looking forward to following your build.
cheers,

Santa Maria by Pierre Tessier - Maris Stella - 1:60
This is a Christmas gift from my son, I promised myself I would finish the Batelina before starting this one. Now that my first build is complete and my shop is clean I can begin my second build and build log here on MSW.
 
I must mention that I was pleasantly surprised when I met Zoran from MarisStella, here online. He saw that I was building the Batelina and noticed I posted that I had the Santa Maria on the shelf. He got in touch with me and mentioned that he was in the process of re-writing the build manuals for the latter, and offered his re-wright.
This would allow, help, a beginner to go about the proper way of building this kit. Also must point out this is single layer POB construction.
Maris Stella School of Model Ship Building has categorized this as a "Beginner Set: Level 3" which according to them should be your 5th build. I am in no way an expert nor do I feel I am better then others but thought this would be a great 2nd build as I do like challenges. Hopefully I did not bite off more then I can chew. (If I do I have Zoran to help....lol)
Now about the box, two full size plan sheets, two plywood laser cut parts, two hardwood laser detailed bits and parts, full stock of beautiful walnut and mahogany wood planks, strips and dowels, bag of hardware including canons, guns, hinges, bags of wooden bits, anchor, rope, carving block for 2 small boats and pre sown embroidered sails, expert build manual. (Beginner manual being written as we speak) 
Kit box closed

Kit box open

Kit box stuff

Plan 1

Plan 2

First step to do according to manual is to take inventory of supplied wood.
Lumber yard (bundled as per material list.)

Next I built the stand with an. 11.4mm incline at the bow. This is to allow proper alignment of the bulkheads when using a square.
Stand plan

Stand keel 11.4mm offset

Stand 

90' without offset   --- 90' with offset

Plywood Elements


That's it for now, next I will post the work to be done to prepare the keel for the bulkheads.  Did I say how much I am enjoying this hobby, So looking forward to building and learning more I'm like a kid learning to walk for the first time.....lol...anyway until next time.
Cheers.
 

Thanks for the likes and posts.!
Did a bit more work on the keel. Rabbet cut completed then two sections glued and clamped. 

Thanks for the likes and posts.!
Did a bit more work on the keel. Rabbet cut completed then two sections glued and clamped. 

The beginning of another beauty Pierre!  I'll enjoy your journey.
Doug

Great start Pierre, looking forward to seeing more

Count me in! I like your stand .

Thanks to all for  following my first build.
For those interested I have started my second build and can be followed here. Santa Maria
Any comments welcomed.
Cheers/
 

Good choice for your first build. Lots of info and build logs online. Looking forward to following your build.
cheers,

Welcome to MSW hope you enjoy the best online community for ship modelling.