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texxn5 got a reaction from riverboat in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Managed to get a little more done last night.
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texxn5 got a reaction from riverboat in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
As I have studied the plans and tried to decide where to go next, I decided to work on the bow, and prepare to paint the bulwarks, which requires some parts and pieces on the inside, such as lashing rails, cavils, mooring chocks, and other pieces. First, it is necessary to preframe the anchor deck , which is held in place by the Bowsprit bits, so in order to get the Bowspirit bits properly located you need a Bowspirit. So I started constructing the Bowspirit, which is made from a 5/16" square board. It has unusual shapes as you can see from the pictures. From there I constructed the frames for the Anchor Deck above the Bowspirit which will be installed later in the build.
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texxn5 got a reaction from riverboat in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
I decided to go ahead and mark the copper/paint line on the hull. I bought this tool a couple of years ago, and now finally got a chance to use it. It was easy to use, once the boat was level. I leveled the keel, then marked from there. This sets the stage for an eventual copper job. I'll be sure and read the tutorials on this prior to embarking on this quest.
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texxn5 got a reaction from riverboat in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
More progress as the decking comes together
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texxn5 got a reaction from riverboat in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Started planking the deck, might get finished today, but here's a couple of progresss pictures for you know who...
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texxn5 got a reaction from riverboat in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Here's a couple of more and then it's off to the Starboard side for a repeat.
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texxn5 got a reaction from riverboat in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Here's a couple of more. Hope these help someone starting, as quite a bit of this I found confusing, and took me a while to figure out. Hopefully I got it right.
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texxn5 got a reaction from riverboat in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Well today is the day after getting my USS Constitution, Revell, finished. I claeaned up the work table, switching to wood working tools rather than Plastic Rigging tools, and set the Keel. This will be a slower build, and the "Admiral" is getting restless and feels somewhat neglected due to the finish whirlpool created in the final run to complete the Conny. So, I have at least started and I guess that in itself is an accomplishment...lol...gotta keep the Admiral happy as many of you know....
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texxn5 got a reaction from Landlubber Mike in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hi Sjors, as requested here are some pictures of my 2 hump camel....She's Model Expo's Sopwith Camel.....WWI Biplane....wood and metal and many parts at that....fun project.....she's almost a ship...she's an air ship....and buzzing my Constitution.....
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texxn5 got a reaction from riverboat in HMAT Supply by riverboat - FINISHED - Jotika/Caldercraft- 1/64th scale
Hi Frank, somehow I missed your log. This is outstanding, and really an inspiration. I'll be watching it now.
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texxn5 got a reaction from Jay 1 in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hi Jay, yes they sell copies of any plans you want. The set for the Morgan would be $40. I don't know how they price other sets, but they are very helpful. The two ladies working there are terrific, and you can call them for info. I think their names are Marieanne and Carol. Their office is in the Collections and Research Building across the street from the North entrance to Mystic Seaport. They are not inside the Park. It is a red brick building that looks like an old warehouse...very deceiving. Be sure to call ahead for an appointment as it's the only way you'll get in to see the vault where the models and artifacts are located. Yeah, we're having a great trip. Currently in Charleston, SC., then to St. Augustine, Fl.
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texxn5 got a reaction from Erebus and Terror in HMS Victory Cross Section by Erebus and Terror - FINISHED - Corel -1:98
Really nice cross section. these get interesting since they show all decks.
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texxn5 got a reaction from sonicmcdude in Sonic's TRITON POB 1:72 first build
Sinan, very nice start...
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texxn5 reacted to vths in HMS Fly by vths - Victory Models - Scale 1:64 - Second wooden kit build
Hello folks, google's cache still remembers my original HMS Fly log, so this is what I could scrape from it:
After HMS Race Horse by Sergal I decided to get a bit more serious and build HMS Fly using the wonderful kit by Chris Watton.
What I miss about kit presentations in general are detailed photos of their various parts, so I decided to make them.
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texxn5 got a reaction from trippwj in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Thanks Wayne, I didn't have time to research again for the contact information yesterday. My only critique is that they have so many models in their vault that they are just lined up side by side on shelves behind closed steel doors that are electronically controlled by the chaperone. They are hard to view for just a visit. I think they will take one out for you to view and study if you request and have a "need", however there are no photographs allowed. I enjoyed seeing them anyway, and they are all inclusive from 200 year old models to modern day, and practically any style ship you can imagine.
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texxn5 got a reaction from Beef Wellington in HMS Snake by Beef Wellington - FINISHED - Caldercraft - Scale 1: 64 - First wooden ship build
Nice details for working with small blocks, I'll try to remember to reference this for my build of the Niagra later on. thanks for sharing the photos on your methods.
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texxn5 got a reaction from ianmajor in HMS Unicorn by ianmajor - Corel - Scale 1:75, 1748 to 1771
Nice work especially with your mill...I'm envious
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texxn5 got a reaction from Landlubber Mike in Badger by Landlubber Mike - FINISHED - Caldercraft - 1:64 - Brig
Hi Mike, glad you're enjoying the build. Good luck with your Morgan of the future. That sounds really cool using ebony. Please try to get it done before 15 years or I might be too old to see it or worse yet remember what it is...lol. I'll be glad to get back in the shipard and accomplish some building some day.
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texxn5 got a reaction from hamilton in HMS Blandford by hamilton - FINISHED - from Corel HMS Greyhound - 1:100
Starting to look very ship shape now.....very nice work
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texxn5 got a reaction from Landlubber Mike in Badger by Landlubber Mike - FINISHED - Caldercraft - 1:64 - Brig
I like the bouys Mike, lookin' good
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texxn5 reacted to hamilton in HMS Blandford by hamilton - FINISHED - from Corel HMS Greyhound - 1:100
OK so I'm working from home today and I thought I'd take a break and load some photos. Lots to do for work so I'll make it quick....
First we have the bowsprit standing rigging - shrouds and bobstays. Goodwin shows one, but Lees says that 2 were carried after 1719, so I went with Lees...
So for some reason I'm not able to upload more photos than this in this post....not sure what's going on - I'll try to continue in another....
hamilton
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texxn5 got a reaction from SkerryAmp in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hi Mobsie,
Thanks for looking in, and welcome aboard. I am humbled and flattered that you did so. Yes, it is a shame that the skills of the craft are being lost on the youth of a technological generation. I really enjoyed observing the operation at Mystic. It is fortunate that there are still some skilled craftsmen both in the US and the UK., and that they could be utilized for these restorations, and hopefully to educate another generation or generations to come. At least some of these mighty vessels are being preserved. There are still many more though. Here are some photos of the process here. It appears that you, Sjors, and Grant had an outstanding visit, oh yes and your Admiral's too. That model museum looks like an outstanding place to be able to visit with collegues. Thank you again for stopping by.
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texxn5 got a reaction from Landlubber Mike in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hi Mobsie,
Thanks for looking in, and welcome aboard. I am humbled and flattered that you did so. Yes, it is a shame that the skills of the craft are being lost on the youth of a technological generation. I really enjoyed observing the operation at Mystic. It is fortunate that there are still some skilled craftsmen both in the US and the UK., and that they could be utilized for these restorations, and hopefully to educate another generation or generations to come. At least some of these mighty vessels are being preserved. There are still many more though. Here are some photos of the process here. It appears that you, Sjors, and Grant had an outstanding visit, oh yes and your Admiral's too. That model museum looks like an outstanding place to be able to visit with collegues. Thank you again for stopping by.
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texxn5 got a reaction from augie in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
It is certainly worth seeing as is the Constitution if you get this way. I really enjoyed seeing the restoration people working on the ship. They not only have the contractors and supervisors but about 1,200 volunteer workers (mostly former Navy dudes) that work on anything that needs doing. Like a bunch of ants working. Very interesting to witness this. They are not only restoring the ship, they are teaching and preserving the old shipwrights skills in building a ship of this nature. They use as many of the old tools and methods as they can and are teaching a new generation a "lost art". Many of the trees that were destroyed by Hurricane Katrina and Rita in '05 were harvested from Louisiana and brought to Mystic to be used on the rebuild. Red Oaks have been used in areas they would have used Pine since it was available. There was one tree they estimated was 600 years old, and they harvesed 10 truck loads of lumber and timers from it. The stump is there at Mystic as a tribute it looks to e about 8-9 feet in diameter. Also timbers stored at the Charleston navy yard in Boston where the Constitution is berthed were discovered by the Navy and is being used on the Morgan. Interesting bits of historical importance in this rebuild.
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texxn5 got a reaction from lambsbk in Charles W Morgan by texxn5 - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:64
Hi Mobsie,
Thanks for looking in, and welcome aboard. I am humbled and flattered that you did so. Yes, it is a shame that the skills of the craft are being lost on the youth of a technological generation. I really enjoyed observing the operation at Mystic. It is fortunate that there are still some skilled craftsmen both in the US and the UK., and that they could be utilized for these restorations, and hopefully to educate another generation or generations to come. At least some of these mighty vessels are being preserved. There are still many more though. Here are some photos of the process here. It appears that you, Sjors, and Grant had an outstanding visit, oh yes and your Admiral's too. That model museum looks like an outstanding place to be able to visit with collegues. Thank you again for stopping by.
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