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Well Phil since I have been following for awhile, I now know ways to make them miniature furniture accessories. How many magnifier's are you using to put those rascals together ... wow!! -
Thanks @Hubac's Historian!! Also many thanks for all the likes from everyone!! I'm banging away, rascals are time consuming, that thar ship wasn't built in a day!
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Here's another update on sails a making: Got the first set done. Then will have to start all over again for prep and painting on the next set. Then I'll start adding the other parts and pieces to the sails. Been saving all my cut painted scrapes as they will come in handy for other parts for the sails. I'll work on adding the prep sheets to my cardboard box later today and hopefully have them painted by tonight so I can keep the assembly line going. These are half finished, waiting on parts and pieces for completion. My cardboard painting frame ready to go for the next set of prep work.
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@Bill Morrison, no worries. Appreciated the compliments along with the admiration for the build. When using reference material over 100 years old it does get foggy on what colors along with exact ship accessories. The unique part of the research is the men whom actually sailed the ship couldn't have foreseen that 100 years plus someone would be keenly interested in all the facts they produced and then build models of the historical ships they had sailed. Who know maybe 100 years from now someone will use this and many other blogs here at MSW for their historical research and learning of historical facts. Oh to have me a time machine!
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Howdy @Bill Morrison, I had complied as many ship reference drawings of her as possible and went with the rake example from these: They are the authentic plans of CSS Alabama from the #290 Birkenhead Iron works plans 10-09-1861, another problem I had ran into was the plastic kept popping up and had to apply more adhesive to stop it. The Revell kit has been a excellent basis for the build which I have been trying to get as close to a historical representation as possible. The green for the bulwarks came from some historical research indicating that was the color used for her.
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Thanks @Hubac's Historian, looked those over and gave a better coloring idea along with some historical painting images. For now I'm sticking with the light tan and will add some bone white weathering. Looked at some 19th century clippers also and they seemed also to have the light tan coloring which was about 50/50/ too.
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Going over reference material for the sail build in "Historical Ship models book"; I'll be incorporating the data from these page to add detail enhancements to keep the model looking as professional as possible. One troubling item is the color of the sails, if hence; when I have them completed and the color is to non historic, I'll simply go back to the build board and go only with pure white sails with the detail lines and accessories added. Will need some input from everyone on this as now it seems the color maybe to much for the sails. Since the Alabama was out to sea for long periods of time it seems logical that the sails were a off light brown from exposure and wear but all the historical drawings of her do seem to indicate they were just a dirty white in color. What's yawls thoughts? Would like to hear them for a consensus in the color.
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Outstanding representation and one to be proud of!! Congrats!!
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Update on the painting and build for the sails. I made a 50/50 of water and PVC glue (elmers) along with adding just a touch of color (yellow occre) then painted three sseperate coats onto the paper. I had let dry after each painting to get the tone I wanted and then gently cut out the first sail prep frame. See images below: After cutting the prep sheet I then taped the cardboard patterns down, then taped the prep sheet on top for tracing the lines onto the paper. These are very fragile and you have to use a light touch. If you don't the pencil lead itself will cut the paper. Once finished with the lines; I proceeded to cut the traced shapes out per my patterns. See images below: I'll be working on the additional pieces along with gluing them on the sails and will post images of the procedure soon, as I have a few more sails to trace out and cut. I'll post images when their all cut out and traced. Then show the additional features being added along with the wire I plan on incorporating into them also. These are very time consuming along with some precise line work as not to damage them in tracing. It's definitely all about prep and being very careful as not to destroy the final product. Post more soon.
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Looks like a another quality kit and build, will be pulling up a chair and watching with interest.
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My pleasure, I myself will be taking the time to read the book also. The figures at the back of the book are very compelling along with the documentation.
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Here's the English translation for the book PDF. Looking forward to your build! 401201988 The viking ship at Gokstad in Norway english translation.pdf http://dbooks.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/books/PDFs/401201988.pdf
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Here's one image of the poster board lined and finished templates for lining out the painted sails when their dry. I first had to do paper templates which are shown in the upper images, then copy to a stronger poster board so I can trace out the lines along with individual patterns for the finished sails. I'll simply tape these down and lay the painted sails over each pattern. Then trace all the correct lines on each one and add the outer bands with the rope and tie downs. Basically it's been prep, prep ,prep and then build them, so that;s coming next.
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Fabulous piece!! Congrats!!
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Many thanks @Hubac's Historian. I'll be applying a lite coat of paint on them as from my understanding these ships sails were whiter than the older sailing vessels sail were. It's definitely a experiment for me as I hoping that they don't deteriorate to easily. Have some more pics soon. Stay safe up there HH.
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Here's a quick update: Have the fifteen taped and ready for a light coat of paint. I'll be working on them today and tomorrow then get some images. I have also dug out my old portable drafting table to line the sails out. This compact rascal has gotten me out of some on the fly work and it's good to see it again. Not sure if they sell these anymore, they really come in handy. Couple more addition's were given to me ,,,,, I think they are early fathers day presents. Guess I'll have to make another work station table, along with some more finished model wall space. 1936 Comet USS Perch submarine model: Then this oldie, not sure about the name. Did a basic search and very little info on her: Looks like I'll be on MSW for a long time.
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Working on sail prep so I can paint up to fifteen at a time to save time. Had a large cardboard box and was able to fit fifteen of the sails onto it. A few double up and triple up for sails when I cut out the shapes per my templates. I'll post a couple more image when I have all the holes prepped, then when finished painting. The video below is the way I will assemble them, seems the easiest and fastest way to do them since I have twenty-five to complete. Here's the prep box: Nic with Bluejacket posted this on their blog and represents how I feel putting all of these sails together: (Satire image) So it begins.....Stay tuned more coming soon.
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Submariner's question for older S-48 kit model (BlueJacket Shipcrafters)
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I agree wholeheartedly. The interesting thing is I have never seen this kit ever before, like it just pop up from nowhere. Nic seems to have very little information on it also, which I do find strange. Seems that there has only been three (kits) of them sold in the past 5 years then there's no information, I know of three out there including mine. Threw thorough research I have come up with a possible associated model from Ideal offered for $2.50. Here's the images for comparison: So just possible Bluejacket picked up the model rights of it and then used a original 1935 blueprint for the kits build authenticity. Seems this is plausible, but not confirmed and will be as close to the history of the kit and draftsman I can come up with.
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I had contacted Bluejacket about the kit S-48, which Nic was kind enough to respond telling me FYI, the kit has to be from later than 1972. That's when Boucher became BlueJacket. I don't doubt that the plans are from 1935, however. Was wondering if anyone else has information on this kit along with the author of the plans? Wondering if there was a model back in 1935 that was produced with these plans and if so; whom put the kit out? From my research I haven't found the original source of the plans in regards to a much older original kit, any info would be appreciated. Thanks, and here's some reference images:
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Outstanding craftsmanship all the way around! Beautiful ship with exquisite detailing. Congrats!!
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Well, it's been a few since I have worked on the Alabama or posted. My apologies to those whom have been following my blog for this build as to not posting updates. With all the problems arising from Covid-19 along with getting family members safe and secure; personal responsibilities have taken precedent. Have re-organized my work bench and cleaned it up along with the model, which was badly needed being gone from them for a few months. I have picked up from where I left off with the sails and have been working on patterns for twenty-eight sails needed. Paper patterns have been customized per my models dimensions. Here's a few images to show progress: As you can see, the Alabama is starting to take shape with the sail patterns taped up into place. I have the boom sail patterns done and will test them for proper sizing when I have all of these shown finished and installed along with all the masts. The booms have to be in place for proper sizing and pattern making. Rigging will be installed as needed for sail placement, then finished when installation sequence allows as to not interfere with sail placement. Don't want to get all tangled up and then have to back track, but as we all know it does happen. I'll be working on the actual sails this week and will post procedures and updates. Something of a rarity was given to me for a Christmas present. I doubt I will build this one as it's the only one I have ever seen, I had contacted BlueJacket for permission to post these images and was given permission to do so. Seems the kit is from the 1960's but the plans are from the 1930's ?? Weird but is verified from BlueJacket, maybe someone here has more information on this one and can clarify. Nice gift and honored to add her to my collection. It's great to be back and will hopefully keep updates coming for the Alabama as circumstances will allow. Prayers for safety to all!
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