kearnold

I just did it the way the instructions showed.  I'll see if I can fix it.  where does the other cable go if it isn't around the spill?

More photos 

here are some more photos.

I am worried the wheel will be to large compared to any figurines I may purchase.  The cannon will have to be moved, or I cut a section of upper railing.  The kits door cannon and anchor seem very small for the size of the ship.  And what is going on with the bilge pump????

17 hours ago, BANYAN said:

I agree with Wefalck's assessment in it being a rail.  If it is britannia (wite/soft) metal I would replace it with a wood one.  This would then need several roughtree (rising) timbers with the cap rail sitting on them.

 

You're making good progress.

 

cheers

 

Pat

Thank you!  At 1/64 scale what size mm stairs would I get to access the quarter deck? I am really bad at figuring the conversion out.

Scotland by kearnold - Corel - late 1700s early 1800s Kit Bashed Baltic Ketch

is where I have started to add photos of the build

I started  "kit bashing" my Corel kit, the Baltic Ketch "Scotland" to something I like a little better, and could quite possibly happened.  I have never worked in 1:64 scale and to be honest, it is driving me bonkers.  Here is a photo progression thus far.  I thought I had photos showing how warped the keel and the frame was, but I can't seem to find them.

I have since unbashed and am building the kit according to the instructions. 

3 hours ago, Jaager said:

Kearnold,

 

If this is not 'one-off' model and you intend to build others, you might consider using this as an opportunity to dip your toe into the scratch build world.  Replace the wooden component castings with dublicates that you fabricate using actual scale appropriate wood.  You should research the actual scantlings of the parts to be built.  The castings may be over scale to begin with. 

If you can make friends with a near by modeler who has the proper tools, The choice of wood species available to you is much greater than that available to those who fabricate hulls.  The parts that you need can come from the same stock as those turning pens since it is all small.   The choices available as 4x4 and 8x4 lumber are much fewer in number.

It is funny you mention "Scratch Build" as I am trying to figure out where to post photos of the build.  As a kit build or with the mods as a scratch build.

2 hours ago, ChrisLBren said:

Yes no swastika decals on this one.  

I think, though not sure, it is a law that they can't be on it.  Although I don't know of if it is a German, European, or American law.

I know that the symbol was perverted, but for historical accuracy? 

the base model is "The Scotland"  I am changing the ship up some to something from the late 1700s to the early 1800s


The metal items included are posts (supposed to be wood) supporting the belaying pin rack around the main mast. Doors, windows, etc.  There are a series of short posts with a cross bar going through it.   I think these are called bollards or bits, I am not sure though.  One ship I built had these in cast metal and the post was "wood" and the cross bar was metal. 

The other build of the "Scotland" I have found here has all of the deck items painted black.

was that typical of the late 17 to early 1800s?

I searched for the answer here, but I may have used the wrong nomenclature, because I only got one answer and it didn

t have the information I was looking for..  I have added the fittings to my ship, and they are all silver in color.  I have not painted them, yet.

The only other build for the same kit that I am making has them painted matt black.  I am hazarding a guess they were made from either wood, or iron, possibly steel in the late 17, early 1800's?

On 5/23/2021 at 5:16 PM, ChrisLBren said:

Update !  Unlike wood ship models - working with multi media is more like a jigsaw puzzle - very relaxing and easy.  Here's the results of the first three packs, forward deck, first of four Arado plans and the "Anton" turret.  I need to install the motor/electronics in the "Anton" forward gun turret next. 

 

Agora is terrific as far as customer service - if you damage or break a part they will send you a replacement ASAP.  The metal hull parts are terrific - she will be almost 4 feet long when completed.  

I gather you are not going totally realistic by omitting certain decals?

On 10/5/2021 at 5:28 PM, bdgiantman2 said:

Hi Casey, is this the ship model you are talking about modifying with the wheel? If so, my personal suggestion would be right in the middle of the upper deck. The area I circled in yellow over the centerline plank would be a good placement. I really like the ketch rigs myself and some day will make a model of one.

 

Brian D.

 

I am in the process of adding a wheel.  and it's slightly forward of the circle.  I need to decide on a compass case or something also.

On 4/28/2016 at 5:17 PM, cdogg said:

I must admit this build has been tougher than I expected.  The parts are very small and very difficult to work with at my level of experience.  The positive is that I am learning a ton from this build, can't wait to get it set for rigging.  That will be quite the challenge.

i have found the parts to be poorly cast and brittle. 

Another update.  On hold until some chain-plate and deadeyes I ordered from Cast Your Anchor Hobby finally show up some time this decade.    I was told the 29th because as usual the excuse is "covid" 

I am waffling over using the triple blocks for the pull system on the cannon or just tieing it off like in the instructions

Sorry I haven't posted in a bit.  Here is an update.  I am not happy about the bow and the broken boards.  I am hoping i can fill it and stain it.

1 hour ago, Ponto said:

I have plenty of proper storage for tools but they all end up in a pile during a build session.  When I spend more time locating a certain tool as opposed to building I need to clear the pile and do a complete re set.

This is my problem too

31 minutes ago, Jack12477 said:

I created these small stands 

 

I like this idea.  It doesn't look like it takes up much space

9 hours ago, Moab said:

Approximately how many tools do you have? Could you possibly take a picture of them?...Moab

I have a very small space to use when working on my ships.  My tools are all in a plastic holder that prevents me from seeing what is what, so I end up with them sitting on the cutting mat usually, and getting in the way.  Craft/fish tackle cases never seem to have enough bins unless they are huge.  And space is a premium.

Is there a portable tool caddy on the market that doesn't take up a huge amount of space and let's me separately store them?

Issues with the deck to the frame size after first planks.

When the bulwark was added it became more pronounced.

Solution?  I added some deck planking to fill the overhang.  Once the glue is set I will sand it smooth.

I trimmed 5mm from the bottom of the transom so the rudder bar would fit in its proper place, and after the bulwark dried I trimmed and sanded the bits sticking over.

I will fill in any gaps with filler and sand it smooth

12 hours ago, Bick65 said:

I’m trying to build the same ship. I put it down a while ago so I could try to figure out planking and the pre prep. I hope to learn something as I follow your build.

I suggest you check this one out.  Its much better than mine will ever be.

http://blog.clockwork-orrery.com/2017/12/08/virginia-1819-build-log-part-1/#comment-982

6 hours ago, druxey said:

Broaches are tapered square-sectioned steel tools that ream out a hole to fractionally enlarge it. One turns them by hand.

 

I will have to look into getting some of these 

32 minutes ago, druxey said:

Another solution is to enlarge the holes using miniature broaches.

What are those?